How far is it from Achavanich to Backies?

The distance between Achavanich and Backies is 42 mi by road.

How long does it take to drive from Achavanich to Backies?

The drive from Achavanich to Backies takes approximately 55 min by car.

What is the best route from Achavanich to Backies?

The fastest route from Achavanich to Backies covers 42 mi with a driving time of approximately 55 min.

Which direction is Backies from Achavanich?

Backies lies roughly to the south-west of Achavanich.

Which roads does the route from Achavanich to Backies follow?

The drive from Achavanich to Backies mainly follows A9.

Are there charging stations between Achavanich and Backies?

Yes. You can charge along the route from Achavanich to Backies, including Highland Council Village Road, Lybster (51 kW); 7-9 Dunrobin Street, Helmsdale (50 kW); Fountain Road, Golspie (50 kW). Charging points on this route: 11.

Achavanich Backies

Distance: 42 miDuration: 55 min

Driving from Achavanich to Backies takes about 55 min via A9. The distance is 42 mi. The straight-line distance is 34 mi. EV charging is available along the route, including in Latheron, Badbea, Highland, Lothmore, Backies. Driving directions

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Driving directions11 · 42 mi

1 Depart 7 mi
2 At end of road, turn right 18 mi
3 Enter rotary left onto Navidale Road 84 yd
4 Exit rotary left onto Navidale Road 1 mi
5 Continue slightly left onto Stafford Street 12 mi
6 Continue straight onto North Brae 1 mi
7 Continue straight onto Rosslyn Street 5 mi
8 Continue right onto Sibell Road 1 mi

9 At end of road, turn right onto Argo Terrace 1 mi
10 Continue straight onto Dunrobin Glen Road 1 mi
11 Arrive right onto Dunrobin Glen Road

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The return trip from Backies to Achavanich covers roughly the same distance, 42 mi.

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Along the way

Charging points along the way

11 chargers

Highland Council Village Road, LybsterHighland Council Village Road, Lybster, Scotland, KW13 1UL51 kW
7-9 Dunrobin Street, Helmsdale7-9 Dunrobin Street, Helmsdale, KW8 6JA50 kW
Fountain Road, GolspieFountain Road, Golspie, Scotland, KW10 6TH50 kW
Gower Street Car Park, BroraGower Street Car Park, Brora, KW9 6PU50 kW
Meadows Car Park, DornachMeadows Car Park, Dornach, IV25 3LD50 kW

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Backies → Kincardine, Highland24 mi · 35 min Backies → Doll5 mi · 10 min Backies → Achavandra Muir9 mi · 15 min Backies → West Langwell15 mi · 25 min Backies → Redburn, Highland 217 mi · 25 min Backies → Ardvannie21 mi · 30 min

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Distance and drive time are computed from OpenStreetMap road data with the OSRM routing engine. Updated 5 August 2026.

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How far is it from Achavanich to Backies?: The distance between Achavanich and Backies is 42 mi by road.
How long does it take to drive from Achavanich to Backies?: The drive from Achavanich to Backies takes approximately 55 min by car.
What is the best route from Achavanich to Backies?: The fastest route from Achavanich to Backies covers 42 mi with a driving time of approximately 55 min.
Which direction is Backies from Achavanich?: Backies lies roughly to the south-west of Achavanich.
Which roads does the route from Achavanich to Backies follow?: The drive from Achavanich to Backies mainly follows A9.
Are there charging stations between Achavanich and Backies?: Yes. You can charge along the route from Achavanich to Backies, including Highland Council Village Road, Lybster (51 kW); 7-9 Dunrobin Street, Helmsdale (50 kW); Fountain Road, Golspie (50 kW). Charging points on this route: 11.

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