How far is it from South Walls to Pierowall?

The distance between South Walls and Pierowall is 52 mi by road.

How long does it take to drive from South Walls to Pierowall?

The drive from South Walls to Pierowall takes approximately 8 h 55 min by car.

What is the best route from South Walls to Pierowall?

The fastest route from South Walls to Pierowall covers 52 mi with a driving time of approximately 8 h 55 min.

Which direction is Pierowall from South Walls?

Pierowall lies roughly to the north of South Walls.

Are there charging stations between South Walls and Pierowall?

Yes. You can charge along the route from South Walls to Pierowall, including Church Road, St. Margaret's Hope (50 kW); Ferry Road, Stromness (50 kW); Great Western Road Car Park, Kirkwall (50 kW). Charging points on this route: 31.

South Walls Pierowall

Distance: 52 miDuration: 8 h 55 min

Driving from South Walls to Pierowall takes about 8 h 55 min via Kirkwall - Westray. The distance is 52 mi. The straight-line distance is 37 mi. EV charging is available along the route, including in Ireland, Orkney Islands, Smerquoy, Nether Button, Balfour GB. Driving directions

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Driving directions20 · 52 mi

1 Depart left 8 mi
2 Turn right 1 mi
3 Turn straight onto Houton - Lyness 6 mi
4 Continue straight 120 yd
5 Turn left 126 yd
6 Keep slightly right 103 yd
7 Turn right onto Houton Road 1 mi
8 Turn right 2 mi
9 Turn slightly right 9 mi
10 Continue left onto Old Scapa Road 1 mi
11 Continue slightly right onto High Street 118 yd
12 Continue straight onto Wellington Street 169 yd
13 Turn left onto Junction Road 1 mi

14 At roundabout, take exit right onto Harbour Street 1 mi
15 Turn left 1 mi
16 Turn left 110 yd
17 Turn straight onto Kirkwall - Westray 20 mi
18 Continue straight 1 mi
19 At end of road, turn right 8 mi
20 Arrive left

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The return trip from Pierowall to South Walls covers roughly the same distance, 52 mi.

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Along the way

Charging points along the way

31 chargers

Church Road, St. Margaret's HopeChurch Road, St. Margaret's Hope, Orkney, KW17 2SR50 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
Pickaquoy RD, KirkwallPickaquoy RD, Kirkwall, KW15 1RP50 kW

EV Charging Points

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Top attractions along the route

St Margaret's Hope Port
Ferry Terminals
Houton Ferry Terminal
Ferry Terminals
Kirkwall Port
Ferry Terminals

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Pierowall → Wardhill53 mi · 14 h Pierowall → Smerquoy30 mi · 6 h 35 min Pierowall → Kirbister, Orkney Islands 234 mi · 6 h 40 min Pierowall → Heddle35 mi · 6 h 45 min Pierowall → Quindry43 mi · 6 h 55 min Pierowall → Rapness8 mi · 15 min

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Distance and drive time are computed from OpenStreetMap road data with the OSRM routing engine. Updated 3 September 2026.

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How far is it from South Walls to Pierowall?: The distance between South Walls and Pierowall is 52 mi by road.
How long does it take to drive from South Walls to Pierowall?: The drive from South Walls to Pierowall takes approximately 8 h 55 min by car.
What is the best route from South Walls to Pierowall?: The fastest route from South Walls to Pierowall covers 52 mi with a driving time of approximately 8 h 55 min.
Which direction is Pierowall from South Walls?: Pierowall lies roughly to the north of South Walls.
Are there charging stations between South Walls and Pierowall?: Yes. You can charge along the route from South Walls to Pierowall, including Church Road, St. Margaret's Hope (50 kW); Ferry Road, Stromness (50 kW); Great Western Road Car Park, Kirkwall (50 kW). Charging points on this route: 31.

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