How far is it from Back to Melbost?

The distance between Back and Melbost is 11 mi by road.

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

The drive from Back to Melbost takes approximately 25 min by car.

What is the best route from Back to Melbost?

The fastest route from Back to Melbost covers 11 mi with a driving time of approximately 25 min.

Which direction is Melbost from Back?

Melbost lies roughly to the south of Back.

Are there charging stations between Back and Melbost?

Yes. You can charge along the route from Back to Melbost, 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: 11 miDuration: 25 min

Driving from Back to Melbost takes about 25 min via B895. The distance is 11 mi. The straight-line distance is 6 mi. Driving directions

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Driving directions10 · 11 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 left onto Rathad Shanndabhaig 2 mi
8 Continue straight onto Sraid an Ear 2 mi

9 Turn left onto Mealabost 1 mi
10 Arrive

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The return trip from Melbost to Back covers roughly the same distance, 11 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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Top attractions along the route

Cidhe-aiseig Steòrnabhaigh
Ferry Terminals

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Melbost → Stornoway GB4 mi · 10 min Melbost → Bayble5 mi · 10 min Melbost → Aird Tong8 mi · 15 min Melbost → Ceann Hurnavay10 mi · 20 min Melbost → Gress13 mi · 25 min Melbost → Crùlabhig25 mi · 40 min

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Distance and drive time are computed from OpenStreetMap road data with the OSRM routing engine. Updated 5 August 2026.

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How far is it from Back to Melbost?: The distance between Back and Melbost is 11 mi by road.
How long does it take to drive from Back to Melbost?: The drive from Back to Melbost takes approximately 25 min by car.
What is the best route from Back to Melbost?: The fastest route from Back to Melbost covers 11 mi with a driving time of approximately 25 min.
Which direction is Melbost from Back?: Melbost lies roughly to the south of Back.
Are there charging stations between Back and Melbost?: Yes. You can charge along the route from Back to Melbost, 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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