How far is it from Back to Ness?

The distance between Back and Ness is 31 mi by road.

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

The drive from Back to Ness takes approximately 55 min by car.

What is the best route from Back to Ness?

The fastest route from Back to Ness covers 31 mi with a driving time of approximately 55 min.

Which direction is Ness from Back?

Ness lies roughly to the north of Back.

Which roads does the route from Back to Ness follow?

The drive from Back to Ness mainly follows A857.

Are there charging stations between Back and Ness?

Yes. You can charge along the route from Back to Ness, including Sandwick Road, Stornoway (50 kW); Stornoway Port Authority, Eilean Siar (50 kW); 11 Napier Hill, Stornoway (22 kW). Charging points on this route: 12.

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Distance: 31 miDuration: 55 min

Driving from Back to Ness takes about 55 min via A857. The distance is 31 mi. The straight-line distance is 14 mi. Driving directions

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Driving directions8 · 31 mi

1 Depart right 1 mi
2 Turn left onto Cnoc an t-Solais 1 mi
3 Turn right 6 mi
4 Turn right 24 mi
5 Turn right 1 mi
6 At end of road, turn left onto Rathad Chros-Sgiogarstaigh 1 mi
7 Turn left 6 yd
8 Arrive

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The return trip from Ness to Back covers roughly the same distance, 31 mi.

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Charging points along the way

12 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

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No notable attractions were found along this route.

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Ness → Branahuie29 mi · 50 min Ness → North Galson6 mi · 15 min Ness → Tom na Ba7 mi · 15 min Ness → Brue16 mi · 30 min Ness → Keose36 mi · 1 h Ness → Bostadh47 mi · 1 h 20 min

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Distance and drive time are computed from OpenStreetMap road data with the OSRM routing engine. Updated 4 August 2026.

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How far is it from Back to Ness?: The distance between Back and Ness is 31 mi by road.
How long does it take to drive from Back to Ness?: The drive from Back to Ness takes approximately 55 min by car.
What is the best route from Back to Ness?: The fastest route from Back to Ness covers 31 mi with a driving time of approximately 55 min.
Which direction is Ness from Back?: Ness lies roughly to the north of Back.
Which roads does the route from Back to Ness follow?: The drive from Back to Ness mainly follows A857.
Are there charging stations between Back and Ness?: Yes. You can charge along the route from Back to Ness, including Sandwick Road, Stornoway (50 kW); Stornoway Port Authority, Eilean Siar (50 kW); 11 Napier Hill, Stornoway (22 kW). Charging points on this route: 12.

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