How far is it from Merkinch to Kirkhill, Highland?

The distance between Merkinch and Kirkhill, Highland is 8 mi by road.

How long does it take to drive from Merkinch to Kirkhill, Highland?

The drive from Merkinch to Kirkhill, Highland takes approximately 15 min by car.

What is the best route from Merkinch to Kirkhill, Highland?

The fastest route from Merkinch to Kirkhill, Highland covers 8 mi with a driving time of approximately 15 min.

Which direction is Kirkhill, Highland from Merkinch?

Kirkhill, Highland lies roughly to the west of Merkinch.

Are there charging stations between Merkinch and Kirkhill, Highland?

Yes. You can charge along the route from Merkinch to Kirkhill, Highland, including Howdens Garden Centre, Inverness (360 kW); Old Town Rose Street Multi Storey Car Park, Inverness (150 kW); Three Witches, Ivanhoe Ave (75 kW). Charging points on this route: 31.

Merkinch Kirkhill, Highland

Distance: 8 miDuration: 15 min

Driving from Merkinch to Kirkhill, Highland takes about 15 min via A862. The distance is 8 mi. The straight-line distance is 7 mi. Driving directions

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Driving directions12 · 8 mi

1 Depart onto Lochalsh Court 2 yd
2 Turn right onto Telford Road 44 yd
3 Turn right onto Pumpgate Street 55 yd
4 Turn right onto Lochalsh Road 1 mi
5 Turn right onto Telford Street 1 mi
6 At roundabout, take exit straight onto Telford Street 129 yd
7 Continue straight onto Muirtown Bridge 1 mi
8 Continue straight onto High Street 6 mi

9 Turn right 1 mi
10 Turn sharp right onto St. Mary's Road 60 yd
11 Turn left 25 yd
12 Arrive

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The return trip from Kirkhill, Highland to Merkinch covers roughly the same distance, 8 mi.

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Along the way

Charging points along the way

31 chargers

Howdens Garden Centre, InvernessHowdens Garden Centre, Inverness, Inverness-shire, IV2 7PA360 kW
Old Town Rose Street Multi Storey Car Park, InvernessOld Town Rose Street Multi Storey Car Park, Inverness, Highland, IV1 1NQ150 kW
Three Witches, Ivanhoe AveThree Witches, Ivanhoe Ave, Inverness, IV2 6ET75 kW
14A Ardross Street, Inverness14A Ardross Street, Inverness, IV3 5NS50 kW
1a Eastfield Way, Inverness1a Eastfield Way, Inverness, Scotland, IV2 7GD50 kW

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Popular routes from destination

Popular destinations close by

Kirkhill, Highland → Viewhill15 mi · 30 min Kirkhill, Highland → Ballifeary9 mi · 20 min Kirkhill, Highland → Muir of Fairburn12 mi · 25 min Kirkhill, Highland → Westford, Highland22 mi · 35 min Kirkhill, Highland → South Clunes4 mi · 5 min Kirkhill, Highland → Kiltarlity4 mi · 10 min

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Distance and drive time are computed from OpenStreetMap road data with the OSRM routing engine. Updated 1 September 2026.

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How far is it from Merkinch to Kirkhill, Highland?: The distance between Merkinch and Kirkhill, Highland is 8 mi by road.
How long does it take to drive from Merkinch to Kirkhill, Highland?: The drive from Merkinch to Kirkhill, Highland takes approximately 15 min by car.
What is the best route from Merkinch to Kirkhill, Highland?: The fastest route from Merkinch to Kirkhill, Highland covers 8 mi with a driving time of approximately 15 min.
Which direction is Kirkhill, Highland from Merkinch?: Kirkhill, Highland lies roughly to the west of Merkinch.
Are there charging stations between Merkinch and Kirkhill, Highland?: Yes. You can charge along the route from Merkinch to Kirkhill, Highland, including Howdens Garden Centre, Inverness (360 kW); Old Town Rose Street Multi Storey Car Park, Inverness (150 kW); Three Witches, Ivanhoe Ave (75 kW). Charging points on this route: 31.

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