How far is it from Back to Swainbost?

The distance between Back and Swainbost is 30 mi by road.

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

The drive from Back to Swainbost takes approximately 50 min by car.

What is the best route from Back to Swainbost?

The fastest route from Back to Swainbost covers 30 mi with a driving time of approximately 50 min.

Which direction is Swainbost from Back?

Swainbost lies roughly to the north of Back.

Which roads does the route from Back to Swainbost follow?

The drive from Back to Swainbost mainly follows A857.

Are there charging stations between Back and Swainbost?

Yes. You can charge along the route from Back to Swainbost, 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: 30 miDuration: 50 min

Driving from Back to Swainbost takes about 50 min via A857. The distance is 30 mi. The straight-line distance is 13 mi. Driving directions

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Driving directions7 · 30 mi

1 Depart right 1 mi
2 Turn left onto Cnoc an t-Solais 1 mi
3 Turn right 6 mi
4 Turn right 23 mi
5 Turn right onto Rathad Chros-Sgiogarstaigh 1 mi
6 Turn right 38 yd
7 Arrive

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The return trip from Swainbost to Back covers roughly the same distance, 30 mi.

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Along the way

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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Swainbost → Arhmore, Lewis34 mi · 55 min Swainbost → Sildinis41 mi · 1 h 5 min Swainbost → Eishken48 mi · 1 h 30 min Swainbost → Aird a Mhulaidh49 mi · 1 h 10 min Swainbost → Uigen51 mi · 1 h 15 min Swainbost → Kneep52 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 7 August 2026.

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How far is it from Back to Swainbost?: The distance between Back and Swainbost is 30 mi by road.
How long does it take to drive from Back to Swainbost?: The drive from Back to Swainbost takes approximately 50 min by car.
What is the best route from Back to Swainbost?: The fastest route from Back to Swainbost covers 30 mi with a driving time of approximately 50 min.
Which direction is Swainbost from Back?: Swainbost lies roughly to the north of Back.
Which roads does the route from Back to Swainbost follow?: The drive from Back to Swainbost mainly follows A857.
Are there charging stations between Back and Swainbost?: Yes. You can charge along the route from Back to Swainbost, 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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