How far is it from Coldbackie to Gruids?

The distance between Coldbackie and Gruids is 43 mi by road.

How long does it take to drive from Coldbackie to Gruids?

The drive from Coldbackie to Gruids takes approximately 1 h by car.

What is the best route from Coldbackie to Gruids?

The fastest route from Coldbackie to Gruids covers 43 mi with a driving time of approximately 1 h.

Which direction is Gruids from Coldbackie?

Gruids lies roughly to the south of Coldbackie.

Which roads does the route from Coldbackie to Gruids follow?

The drive from Coldbackie to Gruids mainly follows A836.

Are there charging stations between Coldbackie and Gruids?

Yes. You can charge along the route from Coldbackie to Gruids, including A836, Bettyhill (50 kW); EV Charging – Lairg (50 kW); Oykel Place, Ardgay (50 kW). Charging points on this route: 6.

Coldbackie Gruids

Distance: 43 miDuration: 1 h

Driving from Coldbackie to Gruids takes about 1 h via A836. The distance is 43 mi. The straight-line distance is 36 mi. EV charging is available along the route, including in Ribigill, Colaboll, Gruids. Driving directions

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Driving directions13 · 43 mi

1 Depart 2 yd
2 Turn left 12 yd
3 Turn left 3 mi
4 Turn straight 1 mi
5 Turn left 1 mi
6 Continue straight 1 mi
7 Turn right 37 mi
8 Turn right 1 mi

9 Turn right 2 mi
10 Turn left 2 mi
11 Continue straight 1 mi
12 Turn right 3 yd
13 Arrive

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The return trip from Gruids to Coldbackie covers roughly the same distance, 43 mi.

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Charging points along the way

6 chargers

Longest stretch on this route with no charging point: 37 mi

A836, BettyhillA836, Bettyhill, Highland, KW14 7SP50 kW
EV Charging – LairgLairg, Scotland, IV27 4AU50 kW
Oykel Place, ArdgayOykel Place, Ardgay, Highland, IV24 3DH50 kW
Tongue, TongueTongue, Tongue, Highland, IV27 4XD50 kW
Falls of Shin Visitors Centre, LairgFalls of Shin Visitors Centre, Lairg, Sutherland, IV27 4EE22 kW

EV Charging Points

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No notable attractions were found along this route.

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Gruids → Achilty45 mi · 1 h 5 min Gruids → Hilton, Highland25 mi · 35 min Gruids → Hilton, Highland 326 mi · 40 min Gruids → Easter Lonvine32 mi · 45 min Gruids → Ardullie32 mi · 45 min Gruids → Easter Urray40 mi · 1 h

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Distance and drive time are computed from OpenStreetMap road data with the OSRM routing engine. Updated 2 November 2026.

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How far is it from Coldbackie to Gruids?: The distance between Coldbackie and Gruids is 43 mi by road.
How long does it take to drive from Coldbackie to Gruids?: The drive from Coldbackie to Gruids takes approximately 1 h by car.
What is the best route from Coldbackie to Gruids?: The fastest route from Coldbackie to Gruids covers 43 mi with a driving time of approximately 1 h.
Which direction is Gruids from Coldbackie?: Gruids lies roughly to the south of Coldbackie.
Which roads does the route from Coldbackie to Gruids follow?: The drive from Coldbackie to Gruids mainly follows A836.
Are there charging stations between Coldbackie and Gruids?: Yes. You can charge along the route from Coldbackie to Gruids, including A836, Bettyhill (50 kW); EV Charging – Lairg (50 kW); Oykel Place, Ardgay (50 kW). Charging points on this route: 6.

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