How far is it from Rackwick, Orkney Islands to Mirbister?

The distance between Rackwick, Orkney Islands and Mirbister is 34 mi by road.

How long does it take to drive from Rackwick, Orkney Islands to Mirbister?

The drive from Rackwick, Orkney Islands to Mirbister takes approximately 2 h 55 min by car.

What is the best route from Rackwick, Orkney Islands to Mirbister?

The fastest route from Rackwick, Orkney Islands to Mirbister covers 34 mi with a driving time of approximately 2 h 55 min.

Which direction is Mirbister from Rackwick, Orkney Islands?

Mirbister lies roughly to the north-east of Rackwick, Orkney Islands.

Are there charging stations between Rackwick, Orkney Islands and Mirbister?

Yes. You can charge along the route from Rackwick, Orkney Islands to Mirbister, including Church Road, St. Margaret's Hope (50 kW); Dounby Primary School, Dounby (50 kW); Ferry Road, Stromness (50 kW). Charging points on this route: 34.

Rackwick, Orkney Islands Mirbister

Distance: 34 miDuration: 2 h 55 min

Driving from Rackwick, Orkney Islands to Mirbister takes about 2 h 55 min via B9047. The distance is 34 mi. The straight-line distance is 15 mi. EV charging is available along the route, including in Quoyness, Midland, Ireland, Orkney Islands, Stenness. Driving directions

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Driving directions16 · 34 mi

1 Depart left 36 yd
2 Turn right 5 mi
3 Continue straight 1 mi
4 Turn right 9 mi
5 At end of road, turn right 1 mi
6 Turn left 1 mi
7 Turn straight onto Houton - Lyness 6 mi
8 Continue straight 120 yd

9 Turn left 126 yd
10 Keep slightly right 103 yd
11 Turn right onto Houton Road 1 mi
12 Turn left 6 mi
13 At end of road, turn right 4 mi
14 Turn left 5 mi
15 Turn right 1 mi
16 Arrive

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The return trip from Mirbister to Rackwick, Orkney Islands covers roughly the same distance, 34 mi.

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Along the way

Charging points along the way

32 chargers

Church Road, St. Margaret's HopeChurch Road, St. Margaret's Hope, Orkney, KW17 2SR50 kW
Dounby Primary School, DounbyDounby Primary School, Dounby, Orkney Islands, KW17 2JA50 kW
Ferry Road, StromnessFerry Road, Stromness, Orkney, KW16 3AD50 kW
Great Western Road Car Park, KirkwallGreat Western Road Car Park, Kirkwall, Orkney, KW15 1BX50 kW
Great Western Road South, KirkwallGreat Western Road South, Kirkwall, Orkney, KW15 1AN50 kW

EV Charging Points

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Top attractions along the route

Houton Ferry Terminal
Ferry Terminals
Stromness Port
Ferry Terminals

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Mirbister → Ruthers of Howe56 mi · 2 h 10 min Mirbister → Hobbister13 mi · 30 min Mirbister → Veness31 mi · 5 h 40 min Mirbister → Grimeston5 mi · 10 min Mirbister → Northside8 mi · 15 min Mirbister → Hackland8 mi · 20 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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How far is it from Rackwick, Orkney Islands to Mirbister?: The distance between Rackwick, Orkney Islands and Mirbister is 34 mi by road.
How long does it take to drive from Rackwick, Orkney Islands to Mirbister?: The drive from Rackwick, Orkney Islands to Mirbister takes approximately 2 h 55 min by car.
What is the best route from Rackwick, Orkney Islands to Mirbister?: The fastest route from Rackwick, Orkney Islands to Mirbister covers 34 mi with a driving time of approximately 2 h 55 min.
Which direction is Mirbister from Rackwick, Orkney Islands?: Mirbister lies roughly to the north-east of Rackwick, Orkney Islands.
Are there charging stations between Rackwick, Orkney Islands and Mirbister?: Yes. You can charge along the route from Rackwick, Orkney Islands to Mirbister, including Church Road, St. Margaret's Hope (50 kW); Dounby Primary School, Dounby (50 kW); Ferry Road, Stromness (50 kW). Charging points on this route: 34.

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