How far is it from Swinister to Foula Airfield (FOA)?

The distance between Swinister and Foula Airfield (FOA) is 39 mi by road.

How long does it take to drive from Swinister to Foula Airfield (FOA)?

The drive from Swinister to Foula Airfield (FOA) takes approximately 1 h 10 min by car.

What is the best route from Swinister to Foula Airfield (FOA)?

The fastest route from Swinister to Foula Airfield (FOA) covers 39 mi with a driving time of approximately 1 h 10 min.

Which direction is Foula Airfield (FOA) from Swinister?

Foula Airfield (FOA) lies roughly to the west of Swinister.

Which roads does the route from Swinister to Foula Airfield (FOA) follow?

The drive from Swinister to Foula Airfield (FOA) mainly follows A971.

Are there charging stations between Swinister and Foula Airfield (FOA)?

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

Swinister Foula Airfield (FOA)

Distance: 39 miDuration: 1 h 10 min

Driving from Swinister to Foula Airfield (FOA) takes about 1 h 10 min via A971. The distance is 39 mi. The straight-line distance is 29 mi. EV charging is available along the route, including in Fladdabister, Gott, Shetland Islands, Girlsta, Sand, Shetland Islands, Hestinsetter. Driving directions

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Driving directions12 · 39 mi

1 Depart onto Brakefield Road 1 mi
2 At end of road, turn right 1 mi
3 At end of road, turn right 10 mi
4 Turn left 2 mi
5 At end of road, turn right 2 mi
6 Continue left 3 mi
7 Turn left 20 mi
8 Keep slightly left 1 mi

9 Turn right 1 mi
10 At end of road, turn left 3 mi
11 Continue straight 1 mi
12 Arrive

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The return trip from Foula Airfield (FOA) to Swinister covers roughly the same distance, 39 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

EV Charging Points

Data source: OpenChargeMap

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Foula Airfield (FOA) → Brunatwatt6 mi · 25 min Foula Airfield (FOA) → Browland8 mi · 25 min Foula Airfield (FOA) → Hestaford8 mi · 25 min Foula Airfield (FOA) → South Scousburgh46 mi · 1 h 20 min Foula Airfield (FOA) → Burraland4 mi · 15 min Foula Airfield (FOA) → Stove, Shetland Islands 25 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 Swinister to Foula Airfield (FOA)?: The distance between Swinister and Foula Airfield (FOA) is 39 mi by road.
How long does it take to drive from Swinister to Foula Airfield (FOA)?: The drive from Swinister to Foula Airfield (FOA) takes approximately 1 h 10 min by car.
What is the best route from Swinister to Foula Airfield (FOA)?: The fastest route from Swinister to Foula Airfield (FOA) covers 39 mi with a driving time of approximately 1 h 10 min.
Which direction is Foula Airfield (FOA) from Swinister?: Foula Airfield (FOA) lies roughly to the west of Swinister.
Which roads does the route from Swinister to Foula Airfield (FOA) follow?: The drive from Swinister to Foula Airfield (FOA) mainly follows A971.
Are there charging stations between Swinister and Foula Airfield (FOA)?: Yes. You can charge along the route from Swinister to Foula Airfield (FOA), 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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