How far is it from Back to Smithstown?

The distance between Back and Smithstown is 117 mi by road.

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

The drive from Back to Smithstown takes approximately 4 h 20 min by car.

What is the best route from Back to Smithstown?

The fastest route from Back to Smithstown covers 117 mi with a driving time of approximately 4 h 20 min.

Which direction is Smithstown from Back?

Smithstown lies roughly to the south-east of Back.

Which roads does the route from Back to Smithstown follow?

The drive from Back to Smithstown mainly follows A832.

Are there charging stations between Back and Smithstown?

Yes. You can charge along the route from Back to Smithstown, including The Pier, Ullapool (100 kW); Latheron Lane, Ullapool (50 kW); Sandwick Road, Stornoway (50 kW). Charging points on this route: 14.

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Distance: 117 miDuration: 4 h 20 min

Driving from Back to Smithstown takes about 4 h 20 min via Ullapool - Stornoway. The distance is 117 mi. The straight-line distance is 45 mi. EV charging is available along the route, including in Vatisker, Sandwick, Eilean Siar, Dundonnell, Drumchork, Londubh. Driving directions

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Driving directions19 · 117 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 44 mi
17 Turn right onto School Brae 1 mi
18 Continue straight onto Strath 1 mi
19 Arrive right

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The return trip from Smithstown to Back covers roughly the same distance, 117 mi.

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Along the way

Charging points along the way

14 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
School Brae, GairlochSchool Brae, Gairloch, Highland, IV21 2BP50 kW
Stornoway Port Authority, Eilean SiarStornoway Port Authority, Eilean Siar, Isle of Lewis, HS1 2BS50 kW

EV Charging Points

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Top attractions along the route

Cidhe-aiseig Steòrnabhaigh
Ferry Terminals

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Smithstown → Inveralligin36 mi · 55 min Smithstown → Ardaneaskan57 mi · 1 h 25 min Smithstown → Londubh7 mi · 15 min Smithstown → Cove, Highland15 mi · 25 min Smithstown → Melvaig9 mi · 15 min Smithstown → Midtown Brae11 mi · 20 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 Smithstown?: The distance between Back and Smithstown is 117 mi by road.
How long does it take to drive from Back to Smithstown?: The drive from Back to Smithstown takes approximately 4 h 20 min by car.
What is the best route from Back to Smithstown?: The fastest route from Back to Smithstown covers 117 mi with a driving time of approximately 4 h 20 min.
Which direction is Smithstown from Back?: Smithstown lies roughly to the south-east of Back.
Which roads does the route from Back to Smithstown follow?: The drive from Back to Smithstown mainly follows A832.
Are there charging stations between Back and Smithstown?: Yes. You can charge along the route from Back to Smithstown, including The Pier, Ullapool (100 kW); Latheron Lane, Ullapool (50 kW); Sandwick Road, Stornoway (50 kW). Charging points on this route: 14.

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