How far is it from Back to Carnais?

The distance between Back and Carnais is 43 mi by road.

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

The drive from Back to Carnais takes approximately 1 h 5 min by car.

What is the best route from Back to Carnais?

The fastest route from Back to Carnais covers 43 mi with a driving time of approximately 1 h 5 min.

Which direction is Carnais from Back?

Carnais lies roughly to the west of Back.

Which roads does the route from Back to Carnais follow?

The drive from Back to Carnais mainly follows B8011.

Are there charging stations between Back and Carnais?

Yes. You can charge along the route from Back to Carnais, including Sandwick Road, Stornoway (50 kW); Stornoway Port Authority, Eilean Siar (50 kW); 11 Napier Hill, Stornoway (22 kW). Charging points on this route: 9.

Back Carnais

Distance: 43 miDuration: 1 h 5 min

Driving from Back to Carnais takes about 1 h 5 min via B8011. The distance is 43 mi. The straight-line distance is 29 mi. EV charging is available along the route, including in Vatisker, Ranish, Carloway, Uigen, Cradhlastadh. Driving directions

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Driving directions10 · 43 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 7 mi
7 Turn right 8 mi
8 Turn left 22 mi

9 At end of road, turn right 2 yd
10 Arrive

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The return trip from Carnais to Back covers roughly the same distance, 43 mi.

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Along the way

Charging points along the way

9 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
43 North Shawbost, Isle of Lewis43 North Shawbost, Isle of Lewis, Eileanan Siar, HS2 9BQ22 kW
Nhs Western Isles, Health Board Office, StornowayNhs Western Isles, Health Board Office, Stornoway, HS1 2BN22 kW

EV Charging Points

Data source: OpenChargeMap

Top attractions along the route

Cidhe-aiseig Steòrnabhaigh
Ferry Terminals

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Popular destinations close by

Carnais → Mealasta7 mi · 10 min Carnais → Isle of Lewis36 mi · 50 min Carnais → North Galson50 mi · 1 h 10 min Carnais → Lemreway52 mi · 1 h 15 min Carnais → Lacasaidh34 mi · 45 min Carnais → Aird Tong39 mi · 1 h

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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 Carnais?: The distance between Back and Carnais is 43 mi by road.
How long does it take to drive from Back to Carnais?: The drive from Back to Carnais takes approximately 1 h 5 min by car.
What is the best route from Back to Carnais?: The fastest route from Back to Carnais covers 43 mi with a driving time of approximately 1 h 5 min.
Which direction is Carnais from Back?: Carnais lies roughly to the west of Back.
Which roads does the route from Back to Carnais follow?: The drive from Back to Carnais mainly follows B8011.
Are there charging stations between Back and Carnais?: Yes. You can charge along the route from Back to Carnais, including Sandwick Road, Stornoway (50 kW); Stornoway Port Authority, Eilean Siar (50 kW); 11 Napier Hill, Stornoway (22 kW). Charging points on this route: 9.

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