How far is it from Spittal, East Lothian to Swinside Townhead?

The distance between Spittal, East Lothian and Swinside Townhead is 56 mi by road.

How long does it take to drive from Spittal, East Lothian to Swinside Townhead?

The drive from Spittal, East Lothian to Swinside Townhead takes approximately 1 h 20 min by car.

What is the best route from Spittal, East Lothian to Swinside Townhead?

The fastest route from Spittal, East Lothian to Swinside Townhead covers 56 mi with a driving time of approximately 1 h 20 min.

Which direction is Swinside Townhead from Spittal, East Lothian?

Swinside Townhead lies roughly to the south-east of Spittal, East Lothian.

Which roads does the route from Spittal, East Lothian to Swinside Townhead follow?

The drive from Spittal, East Lothian to Swinside Townhead mainly follows A68.

Which towns do you pass between Spittal, East Lothian and Swinside Townhead?

Towns on the route from Spittal, East Lothian to Swinside Townhead include Haddington, Lauder, Galashiels, Denholm, Jedburgh.

Are there charging stations between Spittal, East Lothian and Swinside Townhead?

Yes. You can charge along the route from Spittal, East Lothian to Swinside Townhead, including Melville Nurseries A772, Lasswade (350 kW); Gateway Drive, Tweedbank (150 kW); Haddington Road, Wallyford (150 kW). Charging points on this route: 142.

Spittal, East Lothian Swinside Townhead

Distance: 56 miDuration: 1 h 20 min

Driving from Spittal, East Lothian to Swinside Townhead takes about 1 h 20 min via A68. The distance is 56 mi. The straight-line distance is 42 mi. EV charging is available along the route, including in Gladsmuir, Buckholm, Lilliesleaf, Belses, Eckford. Driving directions

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Driving directions26 · 56 mi

1 Depart left 1 mi
2 Turn right 3 mi
3 At end of road, turn right 1 mi
4 At end of road, turn right 1 mi
5 Turn left onto Birk Hedges 1 mi
6 Continue straight 1 mi
7 Turn slightly right 2 mi
8 Continue straight 2 mi
9 Continue right 2 mi
10 At end of road, turn right 34 yd
11 Turn left 5 mi
12 Turn left 20 yd
13 Continue left 3 mi

14 Turn left 6 mi
15 Enter rotary slightly left 49 yd
16 Exit rotary slightly left 14 mi
17 Enter rotary slightly left 56 yd
18 Exit rotary slightly left 6 mi
19 Keep slightly left 7 mi
20 Turn left 3 mi
21 At end of road, turn right 3 mi
22 Continue straight 1 mi
23 Turn left 2 mi
24 Continue straight 1 mi
25 Turn sharp right 2 mi
26 Arrive

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The return trip from Swinside Townhead to Spittal, East Lothian covers roughly the same distance, 56 mi.

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Along the way

Charging points along the way

142 chargers

Melville Nurseries A772, LasswadeMelville Nurseries A772, Lasswade, Edinburgh, EH18 1AZ350 kW
Gateway Drive, TweedbankGateway Drive, Tweedbank, Alba / Scotland, TD1 3DJ150 kW
Haddington Road, WallyfordHaddington Road, Wallyford, East Lothian, EH21 8BU150 kW
Bonnyrigg Road, DalkeithBonnyrigg Road, Dalkeith, EH22 3PP75 kW
Commerce Park, HaddingtonCommerce Park, Haddington, EH41 3EA75 kW

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Swinside Townhead → Pencaitland48 mi · 1 h 15 min Swinside Townhead → Bonjedward12 mi · 20 min Swinside Townhead → Town Yetholm14 mi · 30 min Swinside Townhead → Hobkirk15 mi · 25 min Swinside Townhead → Eccles, The Scottish Borders19 mi · 40 min Swinside Townhead → Cavers18 mi · 30 min

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

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How far is it from Spittal, East Lothian to Swinside Townhead?: The distance between Spittal, East Lothian and Swinside Townhead is 56 mi by road.
How long does it take to drive from Spittal, East Lothian to Swinside Townhead?: The drive from Spittal, East Lothian to Swinside Townhead takes approximately 1 h 20 min by car.
What is the best route from Spittal, East Lothian to Swinside Townhead?: The fastest route from Spittal, East Lothian to Swinside Townhead covers 56 mi with a driving time of approximately 1 h 20 min.
Which direction is Swinside Townhead from Spittal, East Lothian?: Swinside Townhead lies roughly to the south-east of Spittal, East Lothian.
Which roads does the route from Spittal, East Lothian to Swinside Townhead follow?: The drive from Spittal, East Lothian to Swinside Townhead mainly follows A68.
Which towns do you pass between Spittal, East Lothian and Swinside Townhead?: Towns on the route from Spittal, East Lothian to Swinside Townhead include Haddington, Lauder, Galashiels, Denholm, Jedburgh.
Are there charging stations between Spittal, East Lothian and Swinside Townhead?: Yes. You can charge along the route from Spittal, East Lothian to Swinside Townhead, including Melville Nurseries A772, Lasswade (350 kW); Gateway Drive, Tweedbank (150 kW); Haddington Road, Wallyford (150 kW). Charging points on this route: 142.

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