How far is it from Backbarrow to Heysham?

The distance between Backbarrow and Heysham is 37 mi by road.

How long does it take to drive from Backbarrow to Heysham?

The drive from Backbarrow to Heysham takes approximately 45 min by car.

What is the best route from Backbarrow to Heysham?

The fastest route from Backbarrow to Heysham covers 37 mi with a driving time of approximately 45 min.

Which direction is Heysham from Backbarrow?

Heysham lies roughly to the south of Backbarrow.

Which towns do you pass between Backbarrow and Heysham?

Towns on the route from Backbarrow to Heysham include Grange-over-Sands, Kendal, Warton, Lancaster, Morecambe.

Are there charging stations between Backbarrow and Heysham?

Yes. You can charge along the route from Backbarrow to Heysham, including M6, Lancaster (350 kW); Moto Burton (350 kW); Moto Lancaster Northbound Services (350 kW). Charging points on this route: 90.

Backbarrow Heysham

Distance: 37 miDuration: 45 min

Driving from Backbarrow to Heysham takes about 45 min via A590. The distance is 37 mi. The straight-line distance is 16 mi. EV charging is available along the route, including in Fell Foot, Sampool, Over Kellet, Bolton le Sands, Heaton, Lancashire. Driving directions

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Driving directions32 · 37 mi

1 Depart right onto Brow Edge Road 31 yd
2 Turn right 2 mi
3 Turn slightly right 1 mi
4 Enter roundabout slightly left 39 yd
5 Exit roundabout straight 6 mi
6 Enter rotary slightly left 58 yd
7 Exit rotary straight 6 mi
8 Enter rotary straight 1 mi
9 Exit rotary straight 1 mi
10 Continue straight 4 mi
11 Enter rotary straight 1 mi
12 Exit rotary straight 1 mi
13 Merge slightly right 12 mi

14 Take exit slightly left onto Lune Valley Interchange 1 mi
15 Turn left onto Caton Road 1 mi
16 Take exit slightly left onto Bay Gateway 1 mi
17 Merge slightly right onto Bay Gateway 2 mi
18 Enter roundabout slightly left onto Bay Gateway 68 yd
19 Exit roundabout straight onto Bay Gateway 2 mi
20 Continue straight onto Heysham Bypass 1 mi
21 Enter roundabout slightly left onto Heysham Bypass 49 yd
22 Exit roundabout slightly left onto Heysham Bypass 1 mi
23 Enter rotary left onto Heysham Bypass 67 yd
24 Exit rotary left onto Heysham Bypass 2 mi
25 Enter roundabout slightly left onto Heysham Bypass 56 yd
26 Exit roundabout slightly left onto Heysham Bypass 1 mi
27 Enter roundabout left onto Middleton Road 73 yd
28 Exit roundabout slightly left onto Middleton Road 1 mi
29 Continue straight onto Middleton Way 1 mi
30 Continue straight onto Heysham Road 149 yd
31 Turn left onto Brentlea Crescent 5 yd
32 Arrive onto Brentlea Crescent

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The return trip from Heysham to Backbarrow covers roughly the same distance, 37 mi.

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Charging points along the way

90 chargers

M6, LancasterM6, Lancaster, Lancashire, LA2 9DU350 kW
Moto BurtonMoto Burton, LA6 1JF350 kW
Moto Lancaster Northbound ServicesMoto Lancaster Northbound Services, LA2 9DU350 kW
Roadchef Killington Lakes ServicesRoadchef Killington Lakes Services, LA8 0NW290 kW
Aldcliffe Rd, LancasterAldcliffe Rd, Lancaster, LA1 1AZ50 kW

EV Charging Points

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Heysham → Forton, Lancashire17 mi · 25 min Heysham → Hincaster22 mi · 30 min Heysham → Row, Cumbria 228 mi · 35 min Heysham → Larbreck29 mi · 45 min Heysham → Lindale30 mi · 40 min Heysham → Hest Bank7 mi · 15 min

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

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How far is it from Backbarrow to Heysham?: The distance between Backbarrow and Heysham is 37 mi by road.
How long does it take to drive from Backbarrow to Heysham?: The drive from Backbarrow to Heysham takes approximately 45 min by car.
What is the best route from Backbarrow to Heysham?: The fastest route from Backbarrow to Heysham covers 37 mi with a driving time of approximately 45 min.
Which direction is Heysham from Backbarrow?: Heysham lies roughly to the south of Backbarrow.
Which towns do you pass between Backbarrow and Heysham?: Towns on the route from Backbarrow to Heysham include Grange-over-Sands, Kendal, Warton, Lancaster, Morecambe.
Are there charging stations between Backbarrow and Heysham?: Yes. You can charge along the route from Backbarrow to Heysham, including M6, Lancaster (350 kW); Moto Burton (350 kW); Moto Lancaster Northbound Services (350 kW). Charging points on this route: 90.

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