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

The distance between Tangwick and Foula Airfield (FOA) is 46 mi by road.

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

The drive from Tangwick to Foula Airfield (FOA) takes approximately 1 h 25 min by car.

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

The fastest route from Tangwick to Foula Airfield (FOA) covers 46 mi with a driving time of approximately 1 h 25 min.

Which direction is Foula Airfield (FOA) from Tangwick?

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

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

The drive from Tangwick to Foula Airfield (FOA) mainly follows A970.

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

Yes. You can charge along the route from Tangwick to Foula Airfield (FOA), including Gilbertson Road, Lerwick (50 kW); Ulsta Shetland Ferry Terminal, Yell (50 kW); 14 Commercial Road, Shetland (22 kW). Charging points on this route: 22.

Tangwick Foula Airfield (FOA)

Distance: 46 miDuration: 1 h 25 min

Driving from Tangwick to Foula Airfield (FOA) takes about 1 h 25 min via A970. The distance is 46 mi. The straight-line distance is 30 mi. EV charging is available along the route, including in Nibon, North Gluss, East Burrafirth, Braewick, Shetland Islands, Gruting. Driving directions

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Driving directions10 · 46 mi

1 Depart left 1 mi
2 Turn right 5 mi
3 Turn left 21 mi
4 Turn right onto B9075 4 mi
5 At end of road, turn right 13 mi
6 Keep slightly left 1 mi
7 Turn right 1 mi
8 At end of road, turn left 3 mi

9 Continue straight 1 mi
10 Arrive

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The return trip from Foula Airfield (FOA) to Tangwick covers roughly the same distance, 46 mi.

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Along the way

Charging points along the way

22 chargers

Gilbertson Road, LerwickGilbertson Road, Lerwick, Shetland Islands, ZE1 0HN50 kW
Ulsta Shetland Ferry Terminal, YellUlsta Shetland Ferry Terminal, Yell, ZE2 9BD50 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

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 3 September 2026.

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How far is it from Tangwick to Foula Airfield (FOA)?: The distance between Tangwick and Foula Airfield (FOA) is 46 mi by road.
How long does it take to drive from Tangwick to Foula Airfield (FOA)?: The drive from Tangwick to Foula Airfield (FOA) takes approximately 1 h 25 min by car.
What is the best route from Tangwick to Foula Airfield (FOA)?: The fastest route from Tangwick to Foula Airfield (FOA) covers 46 mi with a driving time of approximately 1 h 25 min.
Which direction is Foula Airfield (FOA) from Tangwick?: Foula Airfield (FOA) lies roughly to the south-west of Tangwick.
Which roads does the route from Tangwick to Foula Airfield (FOA) follow?: The drive from Tangwick to Foula Airfield (FOA) mainly follows A970.
Are there charging stations between Tangwick and Foula Airfield (FOA)?: Yes. You can charge along the route from Tangwick to Foula Airfield (FOA), including Gilbertson Road, Lerwick (50 kW); Ulsta Shetland Ferry Terminal, Yell (50 kW); 14 Commercial Road, Shetland (22 kW). Charging points on this route: 22.

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