How far is it from Ringasta to Sandness?

The distance between Ringasta and Sandness is 48 mi by road.

How long does it take to drive from Ringasta to Sandness?

The drive from Ringasta to Sandness takes approximately 1 h 15 min by car.

What is the best route from Ringasta to Sandness?

The fastest route from Ringasta to Sandness covers 48 mi with a driving time of approximately 1 h 15 min.

Which direction is Sandness from Ringasta?

Sandness lies roughly to the north of Ringasta.

Which roads does the route from Ringasta to Sandness follow?

The drive from Ringasta to Sandness mainly follows A970, A971.

Are there charging stations between Ringasta and Sandness?

Yes. You can charge along the route from Ringasta to Sandness, including Gilbertson Road, Lerwick (50 kW); 14 Commercial Road, Shetland (22 kW); Albert Building, Lerwick (22 kW). Charging points on this route: 19.

Ringasta Sandness

Distance: 48 miDuration: 1 h 15 min

Driving from Ringasta to Sandness takes about 1 h 15 min via A971. The distance is 48 mi. The straight-line distance is 29 mi. EV charging is available along the route, including in Fladdabister, Laxfirth, Shetland Islands 2, Sand, Shetland Islands, Clousta. Driving directions

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Driving directions14 · 48 mi

1 Depart 4 yd
2 Continue straight onto Ringasta 1 mi
3 Turn slightly right onto Dunrossness Road 1 mi
4 Continue straight onto West Road 1 mi
5 At end of road, turn left onto Sumburgh Road 68 yd
6 Turn straight onto Sandwick Road 1 mi
7 Continue straight onto Robin's Brae 18 mi
8 Turn left 2 mi

9 At end of road, turn right 2 mi
10 Continue left 3 mi
11 Turn left 18 mi
12 Turn right 7 mi
13 Turn slightly left 1 mi
14 Arrive left

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The return trip from Sandness to Ringasta covers roughly the same distance, 48 mi.

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Along the way

Charging points along the way

19 chargers

Gilbertson Road, LerwickGilbertson Road, Lerwick, Shetland Islands, ZE1 0HN50 kW
14 Commercial Road, Shetland14 Commercial Road, Shetland, ZE2 9NA22 kW
Albert Building, LerwickAlbert Building, Lerwick, ZE1 0LL22 kW
Bixter Car Park, BixterBixter Car Park, Bixter, Shetland Islands, ZE2 9NN22 kW
Mairs Quay, LerwickMairs Quay, Lerwick, Shetland, ZE1 0PX22 kW

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No notable attractions were found along this route.

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Sandness → Firth35 mi · 55 min Sandness → Da Hametoon8 mi · 25 min Sandness → Hestaford8 mi · 15 min Sandness → Walls9 mi · 15 min Sandness → Silwick20 mi · 40 min Sandness → Vats-houll38 mi · 2 h 40 min

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Distance and drive time are computed from OpenStreetMap road data with the OSRM routing engine. Updated 2 October 2026.

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How far is it from Ringasta to Sandness?: The distance between Ringasta and Sandness is 48 mi by road.
How long does it take to drive from Ringasta to Sandness?: The drive from Ringasta to Sandness takes approximately 1 h 15 min by car.
What is the best route from Ringasta to Sandness?: The fastest route from Ringasta to Sandness covers 48 mi with a driving time of approximately 1 h 15 min.
Which direction is Sandness from Ringasta?: Sandness lies roughly to the north of Ringasta.
Which roads does the route from Ringasta to Sandness follow?: The drive from Ringasta to Sandness mainly follows A970, A971.
Are there charging stations between Ringasta and Sandness?: Yes. You can charge along the route from Ringasta to Sandness, including Gilbertson Road, Lerwick (50 kW); 14 Commercial Road, Shetland (22 kW); Albert Building, Lerwick (22 kW). Charging points on this route: 19.

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