How far is it from Melvich to Achfrish?

The distance between Melvich and Achfrish is 58 mi by road.

How long does it take to drive from Melvich to Achfrish?

The drive from Melvich to Achfrish takes approximately 1 h 25 min by car.

What is the best route from Melvich to Achfrish?

The fastest route from Melvich to Achfrish covers 58 mi with a driving time of approximately 1 h 25 min.

Which direction is Achfrish from Melvich?

Achfrish lies roughly to the south-west of Melvich.

Which roads does the route from Melvich to Achfrish follow?

The drive from Melvich to Achfrish mainly follows A836.

Are there charging stations between Melvich and Achfrish?

Yes. You can charge along the route from Melvich to Achfrish, including 216 Bighouse, Thurso (50 kW); A836, Bettyhill (50 kW); A836, Melvich (50 kW). Charging points on this route: 8.

Melvich Achfrish

Distance: 58 miDuration: 1 h 25 min

Driving from Melvich to Achfrish takes about 1 h 25 min via A836. The distance is 58 mi. The straight-line distance is 39 mi. EV charging is available along the route, including in Strathy, Modsary, Invernaver, Tongue, Colaboll. Driving directions

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Driving directions8 · 58 mi

1 Depart right 16 mi
2 Turn left 10 mi
3 Turn straight 12 mi
4 Turn left 19 mi
5 Turn right 1 mi
6 Turn right 1 mi
7 Continue straight onto C1078 1 mi
8 Arrive onto C1078

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The return trip from Achfrish to Melvich covers roughly the same distance, 58 mi.

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Charging points along the way

8 chargers

Longest stretch on this route with no charging point: 40 mi

216 Bighouse, Thurso216 Bighouse, Thurso, KW14 7YJ50 kW
A836, BettyhillA836, Bettyhill, Highland, KW14 7SP50 kW
A836, MelvichA836, Melvich, Highland, KW14 7YJ50 kW
EV Charging – LairgLairg, Scotland, IV27 4AU50 kW
Tongue, TongueTongue, Tongue, Highland, IV27 4XD50 kW

EV Charging Points

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Achfrish → Saval6 mi · 10 min Achfrish → Claonel7 mi · 10 min Achfrish → Dounie, Highland 218 mi · 30 min Achfrish → Pulrossie24 mi · 40 min Achfrish → Calrossie34 mi · 50 min Achfrish → Tarbat Mains37 mi · 55 min

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Distance and drive time are computed from OpenStreetMap road data with the OSRM routing engine. Updated 4 November 2026.

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How far is it from Melvich to Achfrish?: The distance between Melvich and Achfrish is 58 mi by road.
How long does it take to drive from Melvich to Achfrish?: The drive from Melvich to Achfrish takes approximately 1 h 25 min by car.
What is the best route from Melvich to Achfrish?: The fastest route from Melvich to Achfrish covers 58 mi with a driving time of approximately 1 h 25 min.
Which direction is Achfrish from Melvich?: Achfrish lies roughly to the south-west of Melvich.
Which roads does the route from Melvich to Achfrish follow?: The drive from Melvich to Achfrish mainly follows A836.
Are there charging stations between Melvich and Achfrish?: Yes. You can charge along the route from Melvich to Achfrish, including 216 Bighouse, Thurso (50 kW); A836, Bettyhill (50 kW); A836, Melvich (50 kW). Charging points on this route: 8.

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