How far is it from Back to Ardslave?

The distance between Back and Ardslave is 52 mi by road.

How long does it take to drive from Back to Ardslave?

The drive from Back to Ardslave takes approximately 1 h 15 min by car.

What is the best route from Back to Ardslave?

The fastest route from Back to Ardslave covers 52 mi with a driving time of approximately 1 h 15 min.

Which direction is Ardslave from Back?

Ardslave lies roughly to the south-west of Back.

Which roads does the route from Back to Ardslave follow?

The drive from Back to Ardslave mainly follows A859.

Are there charging stations between Back and Ardslave?

Yes. You can charge along the route from Back to Ardslave, including Pier Road, Isle of Harris (50 kW); Sandwick Road, Stornoway (50 kW); Stornoway Port Authority, Eilean Siar (50 kW). Charging points on this route: 13.

Back Ardslave

Distance: 52 miDuration: 1 h 15 min

Driving from Back to Ardslave takes about 1 h 15 min via A859. The distance is 52 mi. The straight-line distance is 40 mi. EV charging is available along the route, including in Vatisker, Crossbost, Aird a Mhulaidh, Aird Asaig, Geocrab. Driving directions

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Driving directions9 · 52 mi

1 Depart right 1 mi
2 Turn left onto Cnoc an t-Solais 1 mi
3 Turn right 6 mi
4 Turn left 2 mi
5 At roundabout, take exit right onto Perceval Road South 1 mi
6 Continue straight onto Rathad a' Ghlinne 40 mi
7 Turn left 5 mi
8 Turn left 3 yd

9 Arrive

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The return trip from Ardslave to Back covers roughly the same distance, 52 mi.

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Along the way

Charging points along the way

13 chargers

Longest stretch on this route with no charging point: 35 mi

Pier Road, Isle of HarrisPier Road, Isle of Harris, HS3 3DG50 kW
Sandwick Road, StornowaySandwick Road, Stornoway, HS1 2BW50 kW
Stornoway Port Authority, Eilean SiarStornoway Port Authority, Eilean Siar, Isle of Lewis, HS1 2BS50 kW
1 Ferry Road, Isle of Harris1 Ferry Road, Isle of Harris, HS5 3UA22 kW
11 Napier Hill, Stornoway11 Napier Hill, Stornoway, HS1 2AF22 kW

EV Charging Points

Data source: OpenChargeMap

Top attractions along the route

Ionad Aiseig' an Tairbeart
Ferry Terminals
Cidhe-aiseig Steòrnabhaigh
Ferry Terminals

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Ardslave → Balivanich48 mi · 2 h 10 min Ardslave → Glasphein, Highland 247 mi · 2 h 10 min Ardslave → Giosla56 mi · 1 h 15 min Ardslave → Einacleit58 mi · 1 h 20 min Ardslave → Finsbay4 mi · 5 min Ardslave → Leverburgh9 mi · 15 min

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

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How far is it from Back to Ardslave?: The distance between Back and Ardslave is 52 mi by road.
How long does it take to drive from Back to Ardslave?: The drive from Back to Ardslave takes approximately 1 h 15 min by car.
What is the best route from Back to Ardslave?: The fastest route from Back to Ardslave covers 52 mi with a driving time of approximately 1 h 15 min.
Which direction is Ardslave from Back?: Ardslave lies roughly to the south-west of Back.
Which roads does the route from Back to Ardslave follow?: The drive from Back to Ardslave mainly follows A859.
Are there charging stations between Back and Ardslave?: Yes. You can charge along the route from Back to Ardslave, including Pier Road, Isle of Harris (50 kW); Sandwick Road, Stornoway (50 kW); Stornoway Port Authority, Eilean Siar (50 kW). Charging points on this route: 13.

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