How far is it from Back to Rha?

The distance between Back and Rha is 72 mi by road.

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

The drive from Back to Rha takes approximately 2 h 50 min by car.

What is the best route from Back to Rha?

The fastest route from Back to Rha covers 72 mi with a driving time of approximately 2 h 50 min.

Which direction is Rha from Back?

Rha lies roughly to the south of Back.

Which roads does the route from Back to Rha follow?

The drive from Back to Rha mainly follows A859.

Are there charging stations between Back and Rha?

Yes. You can charge along the route from Back to Rha, including Pier Road, Isle of Harris (50 kW); Sandwick Road, Stornoway (50 kW); Stornoway Port Authority, Eilean Siar (50 kW). Charging points on this route: 14.

Back Rha

Distance: 72 miDuration: 2 h 50 min

Driving from Back to Rha takes about 2 h 50 min via A859. The distance is 72 mi. The straight-line distance is 49 mi. EV charging is available along the route, including in Breibhig, Grimshader, Carloway, Eilean Anabuich, Urgha. Driving directions

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Driving directions19 · 72 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 36 mi
7 Turn left 38 yd
8 Continue right 41 yd
9 Continue right 1 mi
10 Enter roundabout slightly left 28 yd
11 Exit roundabout left 12 yd
12 Turn straight onto 12 176 yd
13 Continue straight onto Uig - Tarbert 28 mi

14 Continue straight onto King Edward Pier 1 mi
15 Continue slightly right 1 mi
16 Turn left 23 yd
17 Turn left 1 mi
18 Turn left onto Park Terrace 173 yd
19 Arrive onto Corbett Terrace

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The return trip from Rha to Back covers roughly the same distance, 72 mi.

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Along the way

Charging points along the way

14 chargers

Longest stretch on this route with no charging point: 34 mi

Pier Road, Isle of HarrisPier Road, Isle of Harris, HS3 3DG50 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
20 Seilebost, Isle of Harris20 Seilebost, Isle of Harris, HS3 3HP22 kW

EV Charging Points

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Top attractions along the route

Uig Ferry Terminal
Ferry Terminals
Ionad Aiseig' an Tairbeart
Ferry Terminals
Cidhe-aiseig Steòrnabhaigh
Ferry Terminals

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Rha → Strollamus38 mi · 55 min Rha → Suledale16 mi · 25 min Rha → Tokavaig58 mi · 1 h 20 min Rha → Glenuachdarach7 mi · 10 min Rha → Sartle8 mi · 10 min Rha → Upper Tote15 mi · 20 min

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Distance and drive time are computed from OpenStreetMap road data with the OSRM routing engine. Updated 7 August 2026.

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How far is it from Back to Rha?: The distance between Back and Rha is 72 mi by road.
How long does it take to drive from Back to Rha?: The drive from Back to Rha takes approximately 2 h 50 min by car.
What is the best route from Back to Rha?: The fastest route from Back to Rha covers 72 mi with a driving time of approximately 2 h 50 min.
Which direction is Rha from Back?: Rha lies roughly to the south of Back.
Which roads does the route from Back to Rha follow?: The drive from Back to Rha mainly follows A859.
Are there charging stations between Back and Rha?: Yes. You can charge along the route from Back to Rha, including Pier Road, Isle of Harris (50 kW); Sandwick Road, Stornoway (50 kW); Stornoway Port Authority, Eilean Siar (50 kW). Charging points on this route: 14.

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