Route from Ashford to Harrogate
The distance between Ashford and Harrogate is 257 miles. Travel time is 4 hours and 26 minutes.

Driving directions from Ashford to Harrogate
How much is the expense of driving from Ashford to Harrogate?
The expense of driving from Ashford to Harrogate, using petrol as the fuel source, amounts to £44.6. This calculation derives from considering the petrol price as 143 pence per liter and the car's fuel efficiency at 37.5 miles per gallon. When carpooling with two passengers, the cost of the trip per passenger is halved to £22.3 (£44.6 divided by 2). With three passengers, the expense drops to approximately £14.87 per passenger (£44.6 divided by 3), and with four passengers, it's reduced further to £11.15 per passenger (£44.6 divided by 4).
To delve into the details of the calculations, the fuel cost computation is reliant on the distance traveled and the car's fuel consumption rate. For the journey from Ashford to Harrogate, approximately 31.2 liters of fuel would be required. This amount is determined by dividing the distance of 257.32 miles by the car's fuel consumption rate of 37.5 miles per gallon, and then converting from gallons to liters using the conversion factor of 4.54609 liters per gallon.
Multiplying the fuel needed by the petrol price per liter results in the total fuel cost of £44.6 for the trip. This breakdown illustrates the impact of various factors, such as fuel price and consumption rate, on the overall cost of the journey, providing insights for individuals planning similar trips and requiring budget estimates.
Fuel consumption in automobiles can be affected by the following factors:
In severe traffic, drivers frequently have to stop and start their vehicles multiple times, and they also have to wait in traffic lines for extended periods of time. When compared to driving on open highways with the flow of traffic, this frequent acceleration and deceleration might contribute to an increase in the amount of fuel that is consumed.
It is possible to increase fuel consumption by carrying additional weight in the vehicle, such as large goods or objects that are not necessary. This is because the engine is put under additional pressure while the vehicle is carrying excess weight. Improving fuel economy can be accomplished by removing unneeded weight.
Elevation Changes: Driving on roads that have steep inclines or drops can have an effect on fuel usage, particularly for vehicles that have engines that are not as strong. During a descent downhill, it may be necessary to use greater braking and petrololine in order to maintain control, but climbing uphill takes more power from the engine, which in turn consumes more fuel.
Weather Conditions: Unfavourable weather conditions, such as rain, snow, or strong winds, can have an impact on the amount of petrololine that is consumed. It may be necessary for drivers to modify their speed and driving behaviour in response to these conditions, which will have an effect on fuel efficiency.
Diesel cost from Ashford to Harrogate.
The trip with diesel fuel costs 28.2 £ (151p/lt, 62.7 mpg).
For 2 passengers: 14.1 £ (28.2/2) /p.
For 3 passengers: 9.4 £ (28.2/3) /p.
For 4 passengers: 7.05 £ (28.2/4) /p.
Alternative routes from Ashford to Harrogate
The slowest route from Ashford to the Harrogate is 271.85 miles and takes 4 hours and 38 minutes.
Which is the cheapest route from Ashford to Harrogate by car?
The cheapest route from Ashford to Harrogate is the first suggested route (257mi, 4h 26min) and costs 44.6 £ (petrol fuel cost, 143p/lt, 37.5mpg).
The most expensive route from Ashford to Harrogate is the second suggested route (272mi, 4h 38min) and costs 47.1 £.
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 Ashford to Harrogate?
There are two suggested routes. The fastest route is 257mi (distance from Ashford to Harrogate) and its duration is 4h 26min. The slowest route is 272mi, and its duration is 4h 38min.
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In case you share the journey (carpooling) from Ashford to Harrogate with other people or friends, RouteCalculator provides the cost of the journey and the amount that each passenger will have to pay.
Where is Ashford located?
Ashford is located in Kent county and in England. It is situated at an altitude of 46 meters above sea level. Ashford has coordinates 51.1464659o,0.8750190o. RouteCalculator provides a map of Ashford from which you can plan your trips to other UK cities.
What is the location of Harrogate?
Harrogate is located in North Yorkshire county and in England. It is situated at an altitude of 121 meters above sea level. Harrogate has coordinates 53.9921200o,-1.5418120o. RouteCalculator provides a map of Harrogate from which you can plan your trips to other UK cities.