How far is it from Portnancon to Wick John O'Groats Airport (WIC)?

The distance between Portnancon and Wick John O'Groats Airport (WIC) is 87 mi by road.

How long does it take to drive from Portnancon to Wick John O'Groats Airport (WIC)?

The drive from Portnancon to Wick John O'Groats Airport (WIC) takes approximately 2 h 15 min by car.

What is the best route from Portnancon to Wick John O'Groats Airport (WIC)?

The fastest route from Portnancon to Wick John O'Groats Airport (WIC) covers 87 mi with a driving time of approximately 2 h 15 min.

Which direction is Wick John O'Groats Airport (WIC) from Portnancon?

Wick John O'Groats Airport (WIC) lies roughly to the east of Portnancon.

Which roads does the route from Portnancon to Wick John O'Groats Airport (WIC) follow?

The drive from Portnancon to Wick John O'Groats Airport (WIC) mainly follows A838, A836. The longest single stretch is 42 mi on A836.

Are there charging stations between Portnancon and Wick John O'Groats Airport (WIC)?

Yes. You can charge along the route from Portnancon to Wick John O'Groats Airport (WIC), including 10 Durine, Lairg (50 kW); 216 Bighouse, Thurso (50 kW); 3 Victoria Place, Wick (50 kW). Charging points on this route: 17.

Portnancon Wick John O'Groats Airport (WIC)

Distance: 87 miDuration: 2 h 15 min

Driving from Portnancon to Wick John O'Groats Airport (WIC) takes about 2 h 15 min via A836. The distance is 87 mi. The straight-line distance is 59 mi. EV charging is available along the route, including in Rispond, Modsary, Swordly, Strathy, Mireland. Driving directions

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Driving directions21 · 87 mi

1 Depart left onto Portnacon Pier Road 1 mi
2 Turn sharp left 22 mi
3 Turn left onto Shore Road 1 mi
4 Keep slightly left onto Shore Road 1 mi
5 At end of road, turn left 3 mi
6 Turn slightly right 4 mi
7 Turn straight 5 mi
8 Continue left 31 mi
9 Continue straight onto Smith Terrace 1 mi
10 Continue straight onto Olrig Street 1 mi
11 Continue slightly right onto Traill Street 1 mi
12 Turn left onto Sir George's Street 6 mi
13 Continue straight 7 mi

14 Turn left onto Station Road 2 mi
15 At end of road, turn right 7 mi
16 Turn sharp left 1 mi
17 Turn right 1 mi
18 Continue straight 1 mi
19 Turn right 1 mi
20 Turn right 102 yd
21 Arrive

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The return trip from Wick John O'Groats Airport (WIC) to Portnancon covers roughly the same distance, 87 mi.

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Along the way

Charging points along the way

17 chargers

10 Durine, Lairg10 Durine, Lairg, IV27 4PN50 kW
216 Bighouse, Thurso216 Bighouse, Thurso, KW14 7YJ50 kW
3 Victoria Place, Wick3 Victoria Place, Wick, KW1 4AP50 kW
A836, BettyhillA836, Bettyhill, Highland, KW14 7SP50 kW
A836, MelvichA836, Melvich, Highland, KW14 7YJ50 kW

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Top attractions along the route

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Popular destinations close by

Wick John O'Groats Airport (WIC) → Achreamie32 mi · 55 min Wick John O'Groats Airport (WIC) → Kirbister, Orkney Islands 260 mi · 2 h 10 min Wick John O'Groats Airport (WIC) → Westerdale, Highland19 mi · 40 min Wick John O'Groats Airport (WIC) → Widewall41 mi · 1 h 45 min Wick John O'Groats Airport (WIC) → Smoogro60 mi · 2 h 10 min Wick John O'Groats Airport (WIC) → Grimbister60 mi · 2 h 10 min

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Distance and drive time are computed from OpenStreetMap road data with the OSRM routing engine. Updated 4 September 2026.

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Questions and answers

How far is it from Portnancon to Wick John O'Groats Airport (WIC)?: The distance between Portnancon and Wick John O'Groats Airport (WIC) is 87 mi by road.
How long does it take to drive from Portnancon to Wick John O'Groats Airport (WIC)?: The drive from Portnancon to Wick John O'Groats Airport (WIC) takes approximately 2 h 15 min by car.
What is the best route from Portnancon to Wick John O'Groats Airport (WIC)?: The fastest route from Portnancon to Wick John O'Groats Airport (WIC) covers 87 mi with a driving time of approximately 2 h 15 min.
Which direction is Wick John O'Groats Airport (WIC) from Portnancon?: Wick John O'Groats Airport (WIC) lies roughly to the east of Portnancon.
Which roads does the route from Portnancon to Wick John O'Groats Airport (WIC) follow?: The drive from Portnancon to Wick John O'Groats Airport (WIC) mainly follows A838, A836. The longest single stretch is 42 mi on A836.
Are there charging stations between Portnancon and Wick John O'Groats Airport (WIC)?: Yes. You can charge along the route from Portnancon to Wick John O'Groats Airport (WIC), including 10 Durine, Lairg (50 kW); 216 Bighouse, Thurso (50 kW); 3 Victoria Place, Wick (50 kW). Charging points on this route: 17.

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