How far is it from Back to Balallan?

The distance between Back and Balallan is 22 mi by road.

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

The drive from Back to Balallan takes approximately 35 min by car.

What is the best route from Back to Balallan?

The fastest route from Back to Balallan covers 22 mi with a driving time of approximately 35 min.

Which direction is Balallan from Back?

Balallan lies roughly to the south-west of Back.

Are there charging stations between Back and Balallan?

Yes. You can charge along the route from Back to Balallan, including Sandwick Road, Stornoway (50 kW); Stornoway Port Authority, Eilean Siar (50 kW); 11 Napier Hill, Stornoway (22 kW). Charging points on this route: 7.

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Distance: 22 miDuration: 35 min

Driving from Back to Balallan takes about 35 min via A859. The distance is 22 mi. The straight-line distance is 18 mi. Driving directions

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Driving directions8 · 22 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 14 mi
7 Turn right 110 yd
8 Arrive straight

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The return trip from Balallan to Back covers roughly the same distance, 22 mi.

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Charging points along the way

7 chargers

Sandwick Road, StornowaySandwick Road, Stornoway, HS1 2BW50 kW
Stornoway Port Authority, Eilean SiarStornoway Port Authority, Eilean Siar, Isle of Lewis, HS1 2BS50 kW
11 Napier Hill, Stornoway11 Napier Hill, Stornoway, HS1 2AF22 kW
Nhs Western Isles, Health Board Office, StornowayNhs Western Isles, Health Board Office, Stornoway, HS1 2BN22 kW
Western Isles Hospital, StornowayWestern Isles Hospital, Stornoway, HS1 2AF22 kW

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Cidhe-aiseig Steòrnabhaigh
Ferry Terminals

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Balallan → Lochs6 mi · 10 min Balallan → Crossbost11 mi · 20 min Balallan → Coll20 mi · 30 min Balallan → Shulishader23 mi · 35 min Balallan → Sheshader25 mi · 40 min Balallan → Geisiadar30 mi · 45 min

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Distance and drive time are computed from OpenStreetMap road data with the OSRM routing engine. Updated 4 August 2026.

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How far is it from Back to Balallan?: The distance between Back and Balallan is 22 mi by road.
How long does it take to drive from Back to Balallan?: The drive from Back to Balallan takes approximately 35 min by car.
What is the best route from Back to Balallan?: The fastest route from Back to Balallan covers 22 mi with a driving time of approximately 35 min.
Which direction is Balallan from Back?: Balallan lies roughly to the south-west of Back.
Are there charging stations between Back and Balallan?: Yes. You can charge along the route from Back to Balallan, including Sandwick Road, Stornoway (50 kW); Stornoway Port Authority, Eilean Siar (50 kW); 11 Napier Hill, Stornoway (22 kW). Charging points on this route: 7.

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