How far is it from Westray Airport (WRY) to Cairston?

The distance between Westray Airport (WRY) and Cairston is 44 mi by road.

How long does it take to drive from Westray Airport (WRY) to Cairston?

The drive from Westray Airport (WRY) to Cairston takes approximately 7 h by car.

What is the best route from Westray Airport (WRY) to Cairston?

The fastest route from Westray Airport (WRY) to Cairston covers 44 mi with a driving time of approximately 7 h.

Which direction is Cairston from Westray Airport (WRY)?

Cairston lies roughly to the south-west of Westray Airport (WRY).

Are there charging stations between Westray Airport (WRY) and Cairston?

Yes. You can charge along the route from Westray Airport (WRY) to Cairston, including Dounby Primary School, Dounby (50 kW); Ferry Road, Stromness (50 kW); Great Western Road Car Park, Kirkwall (50 kW). Charging points on this route: 32.

Westray Airport (WRY) Cairston

Distance: 44 miDuration: 7 h

Driving from Westray Airport (WRY) to Cairston takes about 7 h via Kirkwall - Westray. The distance is 44 mi. The straight-line distance is 29 mi. EV charging is available along the route, including in Wasbister, Orkney Islands, Hatston, Gorseness, Stenness. Driving directions

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Driving directions16 · 44 mi

1 Depart straight 29 yd
2 Continue right onto Aikerness Road 3 mi
3 At end of road, turn right 8 mi
4 Turn left 162 yd
5 Turn left 64 yd
6 Turn straight onto Kirkwall - Westray 20 mi
7 Continue straight 67 yd
8 Turn left 44 yd

9 At end of road, turn right 1 mi
10 Turn right onto Shore Street 70 yd
11 Continue straight onto Harbour Street 120 yd
12 At roundabout, take exit straight onto Ayre Road 1 mi
13 At roundabout, take exit slightly left onto Hatston Brae 13 mi
14 Turn left onto Howe Road 1 mi
15 Turn left onto Bu Road 3 yd
16 Arrive onto Bu Road

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The return trip from Cairston to Westray Airport (WRY) covers roughly the same distance, 44 mi.

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Along the way

Charging points along the way

32 chargers

Dounby Primary School, DounbyDounby Primary School, Dounby, Orkney Islands, KW17 2JA50 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

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Top attractions along the route

Kirkwall Port
Ferry Terminals

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Popular routes from destination

Popular destinations close by

Cairston → Reaster59 mi · 2 h 10 min Cairston → Quatquoy9 mi · 15 min Cairston → Smoogro11 mi · 20 min Cairston → Woodwick14 mi · 25 min Cairston → Crockness16 mi · 2 h 20 min Cairston → Braeswick36 mi · 6 h 45 min

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Distance and drive time are computed from OpenStreetMap road data with the OSRM routing engine. Updated 1 September 2026.

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How far is it from Westray Airport (WRY) to Cairston?: The distance between Westray Airport (WRY) and Cairston is 44 mi by road.
How long does it take to drive from Westray Airport (WRY) to Cairston?: The drive from Westray Airport (WRY) to Cairston takes approximately 7 h by car.
What is the best route from Westray Airport (WRY) to Cairston?: The fastest route from Westray Airport (WRY) to Cairston covers 44 mi with a driving time of approximately 7 h.
Which direction is Cairston from Westray Airport (WRY)?: Cairston lies roughly to the south-west of Westray Airport (WRY).
Are there charging stations between Westray Airport (WRY) and Cairston?: Yes. You can charge along the route from Westray Airport (WRY) to Cairston, including Dounby Primary School, Dounby (50 kW); Ferry Road, Stromness (50 kW); Great Western Road Car Park, Kirkwall (50 kW). Charging points on this route: 32.

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