How far is it from Ardachu to Fortrose?

The distance between Ardachu and Fortrose is 57 mi by road.

How long does it take to drive from Ardachu to Fortrose?

The drive from Ardachu to Fortrose takes approximately 1 h 15 min by car.

What is the best route from Ardachu to Fortrose?

The fastest route from Ardachu to Fortrose covers 57 mi with a driving time of approximately 1 h 15 min.

Which direction is Fortrose from Ardachu?

Fortrose lies roughly to the south of Ardachu.

Which roads does the route from Ardachu to Fortrose follow?

The drive from Ardachu to Fortrose mainly follows A9.

Which towns do you pass between Ardachu and Fortrose?

Towns on the route from Ardachu to Fortrose include Golspie, Tain, Alness, Scorguie.

Are there charging stations between Ardachu and Fortrose?

Yes. You can charge along the route from Ardachu to Fortrose, including Howdens Garden Centre, Inverness (360 kW); Old Town Rose Street Multi Storey Car Park, Inverness (150 kW); Three Witches, Ivanhoe Ave (75 kW). Charging points on this route: 52.

Ardachu Fortrose

Distance: 57 miDuration: 1 h 15 min

Driving from Ardachu to Fortrose takes about 1 h 15 min via A9. The distance is 57 mi. The straight-line distance is 30 mi. EV charging is available along the route, including in Torboll, Camore, Knockbreck, Highland, Knock Rash, Munlochy. Driving directions

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Driving directions14 · 57 mi

1 Depart 11 yd
2 Turn slightly left onto Ardochu Road 1 mi
3 Turn right 8 mi
4 At end of road, turn right 11 mi
5 Enter rotary slightly left 26 yd
6 Exit rotary slightly left 49 yd
7 Turn straight 7 mi
8 Enter roundabout left 155 yd

9 Exit roundabout slightly left 17 mi
10 Enter rotary straight 76 yd
11 Exit rotary slightly left 7 mi
12 Enter rotary left 38 yd
13 Exit rotary straight 9 mi
14 Arrive

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The return trip from Fortrose to Ardachu covers roughly the same distance, 57 mi.

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Charging points along the way

52 chargers

Howdens Garden Centre, InvernessHowdens Garden Centre, Inverness, Inverness-shire, IV2 7PA360 kW
Old Town Rose Street Multi Storey Car Park, InvernessOld Town Rose Street Multi Storey Car Park, Inverness, Highland, IV1 1NQ150 kW
Three Witches, Ivanhoe AveThree Witches, Ivanhoe Ave, Inverness, IV2 6ET75 kW
13-15 Market Street, Tain13-15 Market Street, Tain, IV19 1AR50 kW
14A Ardross Street, Inverness14A Ardross Street, Inverness, IV3 5NS50 kW

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Fortrose → Newhall, Highland8 mi · 15 min Fortrose → Culbo14 mi · 20 min Fortrose → Lochside, Highland 223 mi · 35 min Fortrose → Balblair, Highland 38 mi · 15 min Fortrose → Daviot, Highland18 mi · 30 min Fortrose → South Clunes22 mi · 35 min

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Distance and drive time are computed from OpenStreetMap road data with the OSRM routing engine. Updated 7 October 2026.

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How far is it from Ardachu to Fortrose?: The distance between Ardachu and Fortrose is 57 mi by road.
How long does it take to drive from Ardachu to Fortrose?: The drive from Ardachu to Fortrose takes approximately 1 h 15 min by car.
What is the best route from Ardachu to Fortrose?: The fastest route from Ardachu to Fortrose covers 57 mi with a driving time of approximately 1 h 15 min.
Which direction is Fortrose from Ardachu?: Fortrose lies roughly to the south of Ardachu.
Which roads does the route from Ardachu to Fortrose follow?: The drive from Ardachu to Fortrose mainly follows A9.
Which towns do you pass between Ardachu and Fortrose?: Towns on the route from Ardachu to Fortrose include Golspie, Tain, Alness, Scorguie.
Are there charging stations between Ardachu and Fortrose?: Yes. You can charge along the route from Ardachu to Fortrose, including Howdens Garden Centre, Inverness (360 kW); Old Town Rose Street Multi Storey Car Park, Inverness (150 kW); Three Witches, Ivanhoe Ave (75 kW). Charging points on this route: 52.

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