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Distance from Elgin to Kirkwall

The distance from Elgin to Kirkwall is 195.9 miles (315.4 kilometers).
The travel time is approximately 5 hours and 2 minutes.
For the journey from Elgin to Kirkwall, approximately 19.59 liters of fuel are required, assuming a consumption of 10 liters per 100 miles. Actual consumption may vary depending on the vehicle and driving style.

Route from Elgin to Kirkwall

The route via Inbhir Nis, Wick.

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Elgin
Origin
Elgin → Inbhir Nis
39.8 mi · 58 m
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Inbhir Nis
From origin:39.8 mi · 58 m
To the destination:158 mi · 4 h, 10 m
Inbhir Nis → Wick
102.9 mi · 2 h, 17 m
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Wick
From origin:140.9 mi · 3 h, 10 m
To the destination:53.5 mi · 1 h, 54 m
Wick → Kirkwall
53.5 mi · 1 h, 54 m
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Kirkwall
In total:195.9 mi · 5 h, 2 m

Airports near Elgin and Kirkwall

Several airports are located near Elgin and Kirkwall. The following overview shows the nearest airports with their distances and travel times. All information refers to the road connection from the city center to the airport.

Airports near Elgin

Airports near Kirkwall

Important information about the travel route

Kirkwall is the capital of the Orkney Islands in Scotland, known for its Viking heritage, historic cathedral and access to UNESCO World Heritage sites.
More details about Kirkwall

Popular routes from Elgin

Frequently searched connections from Elgin to other cities.
Popular connections of Elgin
Destination Distance
(miles)		 Travel Time
(hours, minutes)
Buckie 16.7 mi 24 m
Forres 12.1 mi 19 m
Charlestown of Aberlour 15 mi 24 m
Dundee 127.9 mi 2 h, 36 m
Rothes 10.3 mi 17 m
Newcastle upon Tyne 297 mi 6 h, 5 m
Inbhir Nis 39.8 mi 58 m
Glenrothes 151.4 mi 3 h, 7 m
Glasgow 184.1 mi 3 h, 49 m
Keith 16.9 mi 25 m

Popular routes to Kirkwall

Frequently searched routes to Kirkwall from other cities.
Popular routes to Kirkwall
Destination Distance
(miles)		 Travel Time
(hours, minutes)
Dundee 293.6 mi 6 h, 58 m
Inbhir Nis 158 mi 4 h, 10 m
Wick 53.5 mi 1 h, 54 m
Aberdeen 167.9 mi 6 h, 10 m
Newcastle upon Tyne 438 mi 9 h, 45 m
Stromness 15.3 mi 23 m
Edinburgh 313.4 mi 7 h, 28 m
Lyness 17.1 mi 2 h, 12 m
Perth 269.2 mi 6 h, 31 m
Kirkwall Airport 6.2 mi 14 m

Frequently Asked Questions about the route Elgin – Kirkwall

How far is Elgin from Kirkwall?

The distance from Elgin to Kirkwall is approximately 195.9 miles.

How long does the trip from Elgin to Kirkwall take?

The travel time is approximately 5 hours and 2 minutes.

How much fuel is needed for the trip from Elgin to Kirkwall?

With a fuel consumption of 10 liters per 100 miles, approximately 19.59 liters are needed for the distance Elgin to Kirkwall.