How far is it from Back to Big Sand?

The distance between Back and Big Sand is 121 mi by road.

How long does it take to drive from Back to Big Sand?

The drive from Back to Big Sand takes approximately 4 h 30 min by car.

What is the best route from Back to Big Sand?

The fastest route from Back to Big Sand covers 121 mi with a driving time of approximately 4 h 30 min.

Which direction is Big Sand from Back?

Big Sand lies roughly to the south-east of Back.

Which roads does the route from Back to Big Sand follow?

The drive from Back to Big Sand mainly follows A832.

Are there charging stations between Back and Big Sand?

Yes. You can charge along the route from Back to Big Sand, including The Pier, Ullapool (100 kW); Latheron Lane, Ullapool (50 kW); Sandwick Road, Stornoway (50 kW). Charging points on this route: 14.

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Distance: 121 miDuration: 4 h 30 min

Driving from Back to Big Sand takes about 4 h 30 min via Ullapool - Stornoway. The distance is 121 mi. The straight-line distance is 43 mi. EV charging is available along the route, including in Vatisker, Sandwick, Eilean Siar, Dundonnell, Drumchork, Londubh. Driving directions

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Driving directions23 · 121 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 straight onto Rathad MhicAmhlaidh 1 mi
6 At roundabout, take exit left onto Rathad MhicMhathain 1 mi
7 At end of road, turn right onto Sràid Sheumais 1 mi
8 Turn left onto Iomair Sligeach 1 mi
9 Turn right 17 yd
10 Keep slightly right 59 yd
11 Turn right 1 mi
12 Continue straight onto Ullapool - Stornoway 52 mi
13 Continue straight 70 yd

14 Turn right onto West Shore Street 1 mi
15 Continue straight onto Garve Road 13 mi
16 Continue right 44 mi
17 Turn right onto School Brae 1 mi
18 Continue straight onto Strath 4 mi
19 Turn left onto Big Sand Road U3694 1 mi
20 At end of road, turn left onto Big Sand Road U3694 143 yd
21 Continue right onto Big Sand Road U3694 1 mi
22 Turn right 132 yd
23 Arrive straight

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The return trip from Big Sand to Back covers roughly the same distance, 121 mi.

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Along the way

Charging points along the way

14 chargers

Longest stretch on this route with no charging point: 52 mi

The Pier, UllapoolThe Pier, Ullapool, Ross-shire, IV26 2UH100 kW
Latheron Lane, UllapoolLatheron Lane, Ullapool, IV26 2XB50 kW
Sandwick Road, StornowaySandwick Road, Stornoway, HS1 2BW50 kW
School Brae, GairlochSchool Brae, Gairloch, Highland, IV21 2BP50 kW
Stornoway Port Authority, Eilean SiarStornoway Port Authority, Eilean Siar, Isle of Lewis, HS1 2BS50 kW

EV Charging Points

Data source: OpenChargeMap

Top attractions along the route

Cidhe-aiseig Steòrnabhaigh
Ferry Terminals

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Big Sand → Little Gruinard23 mi · 35 min Big Sand → Sand, Highland21 mi · 30 min Big Sand → Carnach, Highland 335 mi · 1 h 10 min Big Sand → Dundonnell35 mi · 50 min Big Sand → Fain42 mi · 1 h Big Sand → New Kelso52 mi · 1 h 15 min

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Distance and drive time are computed from OpenStreetMap road data with the OSRM routing engine. Updated 2 September 2026.

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How far is it from Back to Big Sand?: The distance between Back and Big Sand is 121 mi by road.
How long does it take to drive from Back to Big Sand?: The drive from Back to Big Sand takes approximately 4 h 30 min by car.
What is the best route from Back to Big Sand?: The fastest route from Back to Big Sand covers 121 mi with a driving time of approximately 4 h 30 min.
Which direction is Big Sand from Back?: Big Sand lies roughly to the south-east of Back.
Which roads does the route from Back to Big Sand follow?: The drive from Back to Big Sand mainly follows A832.
Are there charging stations between Back and Big Sand?: Yes. You can charge along the route from Back to Big Sand, including The Pier, Ullapool (100 kW); Latheron Lane, Ullapool (50 kW); Sandwick Road, Stornoway (50 kW). Charging points on this route: 14.

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