How far is it from Back to Obinan?

The distance between Back and Obinan is 105 mi by road.

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

The drive from Back to Obinan takes approximately 4 h 5 min by car.

What is the best route from Back to Obinan?

The fastest route from Back to Obinan covers 105 mi with a driving time of approximately 4 h 5 min.

Which direction is Obinan from Back?

Obinan lies roughly to the south-east of Back.

Which roads does the route from Back to Obinan follow?

The drive from Back to Obinan mainly follows A832.

Are there charging stations between Back and Obinan?

Yes. You can charge along the route from Back to Obinan, including The Pier, Ullapool (100 kW); Latheron Lane, Ullapool (50 kW); Sandwick Road, Stornoway (50 kW). Charging points on this route: 12.

Back Obinan

Distance: 105 miDuration: 4 h 5 min

Driving from Back to Obinan takes about 4 h 5 min via Ullapool - Stornoway. The distance is 105 mi. The straight-line distance is 38 mi. EV charging is available along the route, including in Ceann a-muigh Chuil, Bràigh na h-Aoidhe, Ardcharnich, Dundonnell, Londubh. Driving directions

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Driving directions18 · 105 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 right onto Sràid Sheumais 1 mi
8 Turn left onto Iomair Sligeach 1 mi
9 Turn right 17 yd
10 Keep slightly right 59 yd
11 Turn right 1 mi
12 Continue straight onto Ullapool - Stornoway 52 mi
13 Continue straight 70 yd

14 Turn right onto West Shore Street 1 mi
15 Continue straight onto Garve Road 13 mi
16 Continue right 30 mi
17 Turn sharp right 3 mi
18 Arrive left

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The return trip from Obinan to Back covers roughly the same distance, 105 mi.

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Along the way

Charging points along the way

12 chargers

Longest stretch on this route with no charging point: 52 mi

The Pier, UllapoolThe Pier, Ullapool, Ross-shire, IV26 2UH100 kW
Latheron Lane, UllapoolLatheron Lane, Ullapool, IV26 2XB50 kW
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

EV Charging Points

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Top attractions along the route

Cidhe-aiseig Steòrnabhaigh
Ferry Terminals

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Obinan → Little Gruinard7 mi · 10 min Obinan → Inchina9 mi · 15 min Obinan → Sròndubh12 mi · 15 min Obinan → Ardessie16 mi · 25 min Obinan → Second Coast6 mi · 10 min Obinan → Drumchork6 mi · 10 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 Obinan?: The distance between Back and Obinan is 105 mi by road.
How long does it take to drive from Back to Obinan?: The drive from Back to Obinan takes approximately 4 h 5 min by car.
What is the best route from Back to Obinan?: The fastest route from Back to Obinan covers 105 mi with a driving time of approximately 4 h 5 min.
Which direction is Obinan from Back?: Obinan lies roughly to the south-east of Back.
Which roads does the route from Back to Obinan follow?: The drive from Back to Obinan mainly follows A832.
Are there charging stations between Back and Obinan?: Yes. You can charge along the route from Back to Obinan, including The Pier, Ullapool (100 kW); Latheron Lane, Ullapool (50 kW); Sandwick Road, Stornoway (50 kW). Charging points on this route: 12.

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