How far is it from Back to Shawbost?

The distance between Back and Shawbost is 23 mi by road.

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

The drive from Back to Shawbost takes approximately 40 min by car.

What is the best route from Back to Shawbost?

The fastest route from Back to Shawbost covers 23 mi with a driving time of approximately 40 min.

Which direction is Shawbost from Back?

Shawbost lies roughly to the west of Back.

Are there charging stations between Back and Shawbost?

Yes. You can charge along the route from Back to Shawbost, including Sandwick Road, Stornoway (50 kW); Stornoway Port Authority, Eilean Siar (50 kW); 11 Napier Hill, Stornoway (22 kW). Charging points on this route: 10.

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Distance: 23 miDuration: 40 min

Driving from Back to Shawbost takes about 40 min via A857. The distance is 23 mi. The straight-line distance is 15 mi. Driving directions

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Driving directions7 · 23 mi

1 Depart right 1 mi
2 Turn left onto Cnoc an t-Solais 1 mi
3 Turn right 6 mi
4 Turn right 10 mi
5 Turn left 7 mi
6 Turn sharp right 1 mi
7 Arrive

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The return trip from Shawbost to Back covers roughly the same distance, 23 mi.

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Charging points along the way

10 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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Shawbost → Barvas8 mi · 15 min Shawbost → Grimersta17 mi · 25 min Shawbost → North Dell20 mi · 35 min Shawbost → Swainbost21 mi · 35 min Shawbost → Lionel22 mi · 35 min Shawbost → Urgha53 mi · 1 h 15 min

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Distance and drive time are computed from OpenStreetMap road data with the OSRM routing engine. Updated 19 August 2026.

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How far is it from Back to Shawbost?: The distance between Back and Shawbost is 23 mi by road.
How long does it take to drive from Back to Shawbost?: The drive from Back to Shawbost takes approximately 40 min by car.
What is the best route from Back to Shawbost?: The fastest route from Back to Shawbost covers 23 mi with a driving time of approximately 40 min.
Which direction is Shawbost from Back?: Shawbost lies roughly to the west of Back.
Are there charging stations between Back and Shawbost?: Yes. You can charge along the route from Back to Shawbost, including Sandwick Road, Stornoway (50 kW); Stornoway Port Authority, Eilean Siar (50 kW); 11 Napier Hill, Stornoway (22 kW). Charging points on this route: 10.

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