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

The distance between Symbister and Foula Airfield (FOA) is 34 mi by road.

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

The drive from Symbister to Foula Airfield (FOA) takes approximately 2 h 40 min by car.

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

The fastest route from Symbister to Foula Airfield (FOA) covers 34 mi with a driving time of approximately 2 h 40 min.

Which direction is Foula Airfield (FOA) from Symbister?

Foula Airfield (FOA) lies roughly to the south-west of Symbister.

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

Yes. You can charge along the route from Symbister 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: 21.

Symbister Foula Airfield (FOA)

Distance: 34 miDuration: 2 h 40 min

Driving from Symbister to Foula Airfield (FOA) takes about 2 h 40 min via A971. The distance is 34 mi. The straight-line distance is 39 mi. EV charging is available along the route, including in Symbister, Gletness, Braewick, Shetland Islands, Gruting. Driving directions

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Driving directions12 · 34 mi

1 Depart 1 mi
2 Continue straight onto Vidlin - Whalsay 6 mi
3 Continue left 1 mi
4 At end of road, turn left 4 mi
5 At end of road, turn left 5 mi
6 Turn right onto B9075 4 mi
7 At end of road, turn right 13 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 Symbister covers roughly the same distance, 34 mi.

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Along the way

Charging points along the way

21 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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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 Symbister to Foula Airfield (FOA)?: The distance between Symbister and Foula Airfield (FOA) is 34 mi by road.
How long does it take to drive from Symbister to Foula Airfield (FOA)?: The drive from Symbister to Foula Airfield (FOA) takes approximately 2 h 40 min by car.
What is the best route from Symbister to Foula Airfield (FOA)?: The fastest route from Symbister to Foula Airfield (FOA) covers 34 mi with a driving time of approximately 2 h 40 min.
Which direction is Foula Airfield (FOA) from Symbister?: Foula Airfield (FOA) lies roughly to the south-west of Symbister.
Are there charging stations between Symbister and Foula Airfield (FOA)?: Yes. You can charge along the route from Symbister 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: 21.

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