Route from Southampton to West Somerset
The distance between Southampton and West Somerset is 121 miles. Travel time is 2 hours and 36 minutes.

Driving directions from Southampton to West Somerset
How much is the expense of driving from Southampton to West Somerset?
The expense of driving from Southampton to West Somerset using petrol amounts to £21. This computation is based on a petrol price of 143 pence per liter and a car's fuel efficiency of 37.5 miles per gallon. For those considering carpooling arrangements, the cost per passenger decreases with more occupants. With two passengers, the cost per person is £10.5 (£21 divided by 2). With three passengers, it's approximately £7 per person (£21 divided by 3), and with four passengers, it's £5.25 per person (£21 divided by 4).
To delve deeper into the calculations, we can explore the fuel cost calculation. This is determined by the distance traveled and the car's fuel consumption rate. For this journey, approximately 14.7 liters of fuel would be required. Multiplying this by the petrol price per liter results in the total fuel cost of £21 for the trip from Southampton to West Somerset.
The utilization of air conditioning (AC) might impact automotive fuel efficiency due to the subsequent factors:
Engine Load: Activating the AC causes the compressor in the vehicle's engine to exert more effort in order to cool and distribute the air. The additional burden might augment the engine's fuel consumption, particularly during urban travel or when the vehicle is stationary.
Aerodynamic drag can be increased by running the AC, especially at higher speeds. Consequently, the increased resistance necessitates the engine to exert more effort in order to sustain velocity, leading to elevated fuel consumption.
Accessory Load: Besides the AC compressor, other electrical components like the blower fan and condenser fan also consume electricity from the engine when the AC is in operation. This results in an augmented electrical load on the engine, resulting in increased fuel consumption.
Driving Conditions: The effect of air conditioning (AC) on fuel consumption can differ based on the conditions in which you are driving. Using the air conditioning (AC) while driving at lower speeds or in stop-and-go traffic can have a greater impact on fuel consumption than when traveling on the highway.
Efficiency Settings: Certain vehicles are equipped with features such as "Eco" mode or variable AC compressor speeds, which can effectively mitigate the influence of air conditioning on fuel consumption. Utilizing these characteristics can enhance fuel efficiency while simultaneously maintaining a comfortable temperature inside the cabin.
In general, although utilizing the air conditioning system can slightly elevate fuel consumption, it is frequently a necessary compromise for the sake of comfort, particularly in hot weather. Nevertheless, reducing the use of air conditioning whenever feasible, such as utilizing the car's ventilation system or opening windows at lower velocities, can assist in lessening its influence on fuel consumption.
Diesel cost from Southampton to West Somerset.
The trip with diesel fuel costs 13.2 £ (151p/lt, 62.7 mpg).
For 2 passengers: 6.6 £ (13.2/2) /p.
For 3 passengers: 4.4 £ (13.2/3) /p.
For 4 passengers: 3.3 £ (13.2/4) /p.
Alternative routes from Southampton to West Somerset
The second route from Southampton to the West Somerset is 116.5 miles and takes 2 hours and 37 minutes.
The third route from Southampton to the West Somerset is 116.2 miles and takes 2 hours and 38 minutes.
Which is the cheapest route from Southampton to West Somerset by car?
The cheapest route from Southampton to West Somerset is the third suggested route (116mi, 2h 38min) and costs 20.1 £ (petrol fuel cost, 143p/lt, 37.5mpg).
The second cheapest route from Southampton to West Somerset is the second suggested route (117mi, 2h 37min) and costs 20.2 £.
The most expensive route from Southampton to West Somerset is the first suggested route (121mi, 2h 36min) and costs 21 £.
For greater safety, the driver should choose the route that passes through the highway (median barrier) and not through smaller roads (curves in the road, bad road conditions, no median barrier).
How to get from Southampton to West Somerset?
There are three suggested routes. The fastest route is 121mi (distance from Southampton to West Somerset) and its duration is 2h 36min. The other route is 117mi, and its duration is 2h 37min. The slowest route is 116mi, and its duration is 2h 38min.
RouteCalculator provides you with the information to prepare your trip from Southampton to West Somerset by car or motorbike. It offers you alternative road routes that you can follow to go from Southampton to West Somerset. It provides driving directions from Southampton to West Somerset, i.e. where to turn and when, distance of the Southampton - West Somerset route, travel time, display of the route on the map, fuel cost (petrol, diesel) and toll (if exist) cost.
In case you share the journey (carpooling) from Southampton to West Somerset with other people or friends, RouteCalculator provides the cost of the journey and the amount that each passenger will have to pay.
Where is Southampton located?
Southampton is located in Hampshire county and in England. It is situated at an altitude of 21 meters above sea level. Southampton has coordinates 50.9097004o,-1.4043509o. RouteCalculator provides a map of Southampton from which you can plan your trips to other UK cities.
What is the location of West Somerset?
West Somerset is located in Somerset county and in England. It is situated at an altitude of 283 meters above sea level. West Somerset has coordinates 51.0854991o,-3.4953504o. RouteCalculator provides a map of West Somerset from which you can plan your trips to other UK cities.
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