How far is it from Back to Borrisdale?

The distance between Back and Borrisdale is 66 mi by road.

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

The drive from Back to Borrisdale takes approximately 1 h 35 min by car.

What is the best route from Back to Borrisdale?

The fastest route from Back to Borrisdale covers 66 mi with a driving time of approximately 1 h 35 min.

Which direction is Borrisdale from Back?

Borrisdale lies roughly to the south-west of Back.

Which roads does the route from Back to Borrisdale follow?

The drive from Back to Borrisdale mainly follows A859.

Are there charging stations between Back and Borrisdale?

Yes. You can charge along the route from Back to Borrisdale, 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 Borrisdale

Distance: 66 miDuration: 1 h 35 min

Driving from Back to Borrisdale takes about 1 h 35 min via A859. The distance is 66 mi. The straight-line distance is 46 mi. EV charging is available along the route, including in Steinis, Eilean Siar, Tolsta Chaolais, Aird Asaig, Àird Mhìghe, Leverburgh. Driving directions

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Driving directions10 · 66 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 56 mi
7 Turn right onto Rathad a' Chidhe 1 mi
8 Turn left onto Rathad an Aiseag 1 mi

9 Turn left onto Strond Road 3 mi
10 Arrive onto Strond Road 1 yd

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The return trip from Borrisdale to Back covers roughly the same distance, 66 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

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Top attractions along the route

Ionad Aiseig' an t-Òib
Ferry Terminals
Ionad Aiseig' an Tairbeart
Ferry Terminals
Cidhe-aiseig Steòrnabhaigh
Ferry Terminals

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Popular destinations close by

Borrisdale → Sildinis45 mi · 1 h Borrisdale → Kyles Scalpay28 mi · 40 min Borrisdale → Claddach Kyles34 mi · 1 h 50 min Borrisdale → Benbecula GB42 mi · 2 h 5 min Borrisdale → Kershader49 mi · 1 h 10 min Borrisdale → Achadh Mor55 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 3 August 2026.

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How far is it from Back to Borrisdale?: The distance between Back and Borrisdale is 66 mi by road.
How long does it take to drive from Back to Borrisdale?: The drive from Back to Borrisdale takes approximately 1 h 35 min by car.
What is the best route from Back to Borrisdale?: The fastest route from Back to Borrisdale covers 66 mi with a driving time of approximately 1 h 35 min.
Which direction is Borrisdale from Back?: Borrisdale lies roughly to the south-west of Back.
Which roads does the route from Back to Borrisdale follow?: The drive from Back to Borrisdale mainly follows A859.
Are there charging stations between Back and Borrisdale?: Yes. You can charge along the route from Back to Borrisdale, 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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