How far is it from Melvaig to Fain?

The distance between Melvaig and Fain is 47 mi by road.

How long does it take to drive from Melvaig to Fain?

The drive from Melvaig to Fain takes approximately 1 h 5 min by car.

What is the best route from Melvaig to Fain?

The fastest route from Melvaig to Fain covers 47 mi with a driving time of approximately 1 h 5 min.

Which direction is Fain from Melvaig?

Fain lies roughly to the east of Melvaig.

Which roads does the route from Melvaig to Fain follow?

The drive from Melvaig to Fain mainly follows A832.

Are there charging stations between Melvaig and Fain?

Yes. You can charge along the route from Melvaig to Fain, including The Pier, Ullapool (100 kW); Latheron Lane, Ullapool (50 kW); School Brae, Gairloch (50 kW). Charging points on this route: 7.

Melvaig Fain

Distance: 47 miDuration: 1 h 5 min

Driving from Melvaig to Fain takes about 1 h 5 min via A832. The distance is 47 mi. The straight-line distance is 25 mi. EV charging is available along the route, including in Big Sand, Inverasdale, Poolewe, Tighnafiline, Dundonnell. Driving directions

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Driving directions5 · 47 mi

1 Depart straight 1 mi
2 Turn left 10 mi
3 Turn left 31 mi
4 Keep slightly left 6 mi
5 Arrive left

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The return trip from Fain to Melvaig covers roughly the same distance, 47 mi.

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Along the way

Charging points along the way

7 chargers

The Pier, UllapoolThe Pier, Ullapool, Ross-shire, IV26 2UH100 kW
Latheron Lane, UllapoolLatheron Lane, Ullapool, IV26 2XB50 kW
School Brae, GairlochSchool Brae, Gairloch, Highland, IV21 2BP50 kW
The Caledonian Hotel Quay Street, UllapoolThe Caledonian Hotel Quay Street, Ullapool, IV26 2UG22 kW
Latheron Lane, UllapoolLatheron Lane, Ullapool, IV26 2XB7 kW

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Fain → Obinan26 mi · 35 min Fain → Blair36 mi · 50 min Fain → Arcan37 mi · 50 min Fain → Stronchrubie41 mi · 55 min Fain → Ardindrean15 mi · 20 min Fain → Achilty33 mi · 45 min

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How far is it from Melvaig to Fain?: The distance between Melvaig and Fain is 47 mi by road.
How long does it take to drive from Melvaig to Fain?: The drive from Melvaig to Fain takes approximately 1 h 5 min by car.
What is the best route from Melvaig to Fain?: The fastest route from Melvaig to Fain covers 47 mi with a driving time of approximately 1 h 5 min.
Which direction is Fain from Melvaig?: Fain lies roughly to the east of Melvaig.
Which roads does the route from Melvaig to Fain follow?: The drive from Melvaig to Fain mainly follows A832.
Are there charging stations between Melvaig and Fain?: Yes. You can charge along the route from Melvaig to Fain, including The Pier, Ullapool (100 kW); Latheron Lane, Ullapool (50 kW); School Brae, Gairloch (50 kW). Charging points on this route: 7.

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