How far is it from Big Sand to Melvaig?

The distance between Big Sand and Melvaig is 7 mi by road.

How long does it take to drive from Big Sand to Melvaig?

The drive from Big Sand to Melvaig takes approximately 10 min by car.

What is the best route from Big Sand to Melvaig?

The fastest route from Big Sand to Melvaig covers 7 mi with a driving time of approximately 10 min.

Which direction is Melvaig from Big Sand?

Melvaig lies roughly to the north of Big Sand.

Are there charging stations between Big Sand and Melvaig?

Yes. You can charge along the route from Big Sand to Melvaig, including School Brae, Gairloch (50 kW); A832, Wester Ross (5 kW); Achtercairn, Gairloch. Charging points on this route: 3.

Big Sand Melvaig

Distance: 7 miDuration: 10 min

Driving from Big Sand to Melvaig takes about 10 min via B8021. The distance is 7 mi. The straight-line distance is 5 mi. Driving directions

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Driving directions7 · 7 mi

1 Depart straight 132 yd
2 Turn left onto Big Sand Road U3694 1 mi
3 Continue left onto Big Sand Road U3694 143 yd
4 Continue right onto Big Sand Road U3694 1 mi
5 At end of road, turn left 6 mi
6 Turn right 1 mi
7 Arrive straight

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The return trip from Melvaig to Big Sand covers roughly the same distance, 7 mi.

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Charging points along the way

3 chargers

School Brae, GairlochSchool Brae, Gairloch, Highland, IV21 2BP50 kW
A832, Wester RossA832, Wester Ross, IV22 2LD5 kW
Achtercairn, GairlochAchtercairn, Gairloch, Alba / Scotland, IV21 2BH

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No notable attractions were found along this route.

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Melvaig → Naust18 mi · 30 min Melvaig → Kinlochewe30 mi · 45 min Melvaig → Strath, Highland10 mi · 15 min Melvaig → Cove, Highland23 mi · 35 min Melvaig → Dundonnell40 mi · 55 min Melvaig → Balnacra53 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 5 November 2026.

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How far is it from Big Sand to Melvaig?: The distance between Big Sand and Melvaig is 7 mi by road.
How long does it take to drive from Big Sand to Melvaig?: The drive from Big Sand to Melvaig takes approximately 10 min by car.
What is the best route from Big Sand to Melvaig?: The fastest route from Big Sand to Melvaig covers 7 mi with a driving time of approximately 10 min.
Which direction is Melvaig from Big Sand?: Melvaig lies roughly to the north of Big Sand.
Are there charging stations between Big Sand and Melvaig?: Yes. You can charge along the route from Big Sand to Melvaig, including School Brae, Gairloch (50 kW); A832, Wester Ross (5 kW); Achtercairn, Gairloch. Charging points on this route: 3.

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