How far is it from Back to Eilean Mhealasta?

The distance between Back and Eilean Mhealasta is 49 mi by road.

How long does it take to drive from Back to Eilean Mhealasta?

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

What is the best route from Back to Eilean Mhealasta?

The fastest route from Back to Eilean Mhealasta covers 49 mi with a driving time of approximately 1 h 15 min.

Which direction is Eilean Mhealasta from Back?

Eilean Mhealasta lies roughly to the south-west of Back.

Which roads does the route from Back to Eilean Mhealasta follow?

The drive from Back to Eilean Mhealasta mainly follows B8011.

Are there charging stations between Back and Eilean Mhealasta?

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

Distance: 49 miDuration: 1 h 15 min

Driving from Back to Eilean Mhealasta takes about 1 h 15 min via B8011. The distance is 49 mi. The straight-line distance is 32 mi. EV charging is available along the route, including in Vatisker, Crossbost, Tolsta Chaolais, Timsgarry, Cradhlastadh. Driving directions

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Driving directions11 · 49 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 left 6 mi
10 Continue straight 1 mi
11 Arrive straight

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The return trip from Eilean Mhealasta to Back covers roughly the same distance, 49 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

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Top attractions along the route

Cidhe-aiseig Steòrnabhaigh
Ferry Terminals

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Mealasta → Breasclete30 mi · 40 min Mealasta → Carnais7 mi · 10 min Mealasta → Bragar43 mi · 1 h Mealasta → Kershader50 mi · 1 h 10 min Mealasta → Calbost57 mi · 1 h 25 min Mealasta → Uig, Eilean Siar10 mi · 15 min

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Distance and drive time are computed from OpenStreetMap road data with the OSRM routing engine. Updated 17 August 2026.

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How far is it from Back to Eilean Mhealasta?: The distance between Back and Eilean Mhealasta is 49 mi by road.
How long does it take to drive from Back to Eilean Mhealasta?: The drive from Back to Eilean Mhealasta takes approximately 1 h 15 min by car.
What is the best route from Back to Eilean Mhealasta?: The fastest route from Back to Eilean Mhealasta covers 49 mi with a driving time of approximately 1 h 15 min.
Which direction is Eilean Mhealasta from Back?: Eilean Mhealasta lies roughly to the south-west of Back.
Which roads does the route from Back to Eilean Mhealasta follow?: The drive from Back to Eilean Mhealasta mainly follows B8011.
Are there charging stations between Back and Eilean Mhealasta?: Yes. You can charge along the route from Back to Eilean Mhealasta, 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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