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Distance from Kirkwall to Elgin

The distance from Kirkwall to Elgin is 195.9 miles (315.4 kilometers).
The travel time is approximately 5 hours and 2 minutes.
For the journey from Kirkwall to Elgin, 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 Kirkwall to Elgin

The route via Wick, Inbhir Nis.

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

Airports near Kirkwall and Elgin

Several airports are located near Kirkwall and Elgin. 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 Kirkwall

Airports near Elgin

Important information about the travel route

Elgin is the administrative centre of Moray and a historic city in north-east Scotland, known for its cathedral ruins, whisky heritage and proximity to the Moray coast.
More details about Elgin

Popular routes from Kirkwall

Frequently searched connections from Kirkwall to other cities.
Popular connections of Kirkwall
Destination Distance
(miles)		 Travel Time
(hours, minutes)
Thurso 49.5 mi 1 h, 50 m
Stromness 15.3 mi 23 m
Newcastle upon Tyne 438 mi 9 h, 45 m
Lyness 17.1 mi 2 h, 12 m
Wick 53.5 mi 1 h, 54 m
Glasgow 325.1 mi 7 h, 29 m
Dundee 293.6 mi 6 h, 58 m
Kirkwall Airport 6.2 mi 14 m
Aberdeen 167.9 mi 6 h, 10 m

Popular routes to Elgin

Frequently searched routes to Elgin from other cities.
Popular routes to Elgin
Destination Distance
(miles)		 Travel Time
(hours, minutes)
Charlestown of Aberlour 15 mi 24 m
Edinburgh 172.4 mi 3 h, 47 m
Aberdeen 65.5 mi 1 h, 31 m
Rothes 10.3 mi 17 m
Buckie 16.7 mi 24 m
Burghead 9.2 mi 14 m
Keith 16.9 mi 25 m
Glenrothes 151.4 mi 3 h, 7 m
Glasgow 184.1 mi 3 h, 49 m
Forres 12.1 mi 19 m

Frequently Asked Questions about the route Kirkwall – Elgin

How far is Kirkwall from Elgin?

The distance from Kirkwall to Elgin is approximately 195.9 miles.

How long does the trip from Kirkwall to Elgin take?

The travel time is approximately 5 hours and 2 minutes.

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

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