Route from Basildon to Blackpool

The distance between Basildon and Blackpool is 261 miles. Travel time is 4 hours and 21 minutes.

From: Basildon, County: Essex, England
To: Blackpool, County: Lancashire, England
261 mi , 4 h 21 min
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Route from Basildon to Blackpool on map



Driving directions from Basildon to Blackpool

261 mi 4 h 21 min
1.
Head north on Craylands
302 ft
2.
Turn left
140 ft
3.
Continue slightly left onto Churchill Avenue
1121 ft
4.
Enter the roundabout and take the 3rd exit onto Broadmayne (A1321)
408 ft
5.
Exit the roundabout onto Broadmayne (A1321)
1.4 mi
6.
Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Upper Mayne (A176)
213 ft
7.
Exit the roundabout onto Upper Mayne (A176)
0.7 mi
8.
Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Upper Mayne (A176)
164 ft
9.
Exit the roundabout onto Upper Mayne (A176)
0.3 mi
10.
Enter the roundabout and take the 1st exit onto A127
16 ft
11.
Exit the roundabout onto A127
1307 ft
12.
Merge right onto Southend Arterial Road (A127)
6.3 mi
13.
Take the ramp on the left towards M25
0.3 mi
14.
Enter Cranham Interchange and take the 3rd exit onto M25
1158 ft
15.
Exit the roundabout onto M25
17.6 mi
16.
Continue onto M25
11.8 mi
17.
Take the ramp on the left towards A1081: St Albans
1021 ft
18.
Enter the roundabout and take the 3rd exit onto A1081
244 ft
19.
Exit the roundabout onto A1081
896 ft
20.
Enter The Bell Roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto A1081
404 ft
21.
Exit the roundabout onto A1081
1.3 mi
22.
Enter London Colney Roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto North Orbital Road (A414)
313 ft
23.
Exit the roundabout onto North Orbital Road (A414)
1.9 mi
24.
Enter Park Street Roundabout and take the 3rd exit onto A414
352 ft
25.
Exit the roundabout onto A414
3.5 mi
26.
Take the ramp towards M1: The NORTH
53.6 mi
27.
Keep right onto M1
5.1 mi
28.
Take the ramp on the left towards M6: The N. WEST
22.8 mi
29.
Keep left onto M6
14.2 mi
30.
Keep right onto M6
7.9 mi
31.
Keep right onto M6
72 mi
32.
Keep right onto M6
22.8 mi
33.
Take the ramp on the left towards Blackpool
13.3 mi
34.
Continue onto A5230
0.4 mi
35.
Enter the roundabout and take the 3rd exit onto Ashworth Road
384 ft
36.
Exit the roundabout onto Ashworth Road
1068 ft
37.
Turn left onto Clifton Road
0.5 mi
38.
Turn right onto Cherry Tree Road North
749 ft
39.
Turn left onto Preston New Road (A583)
0.6 mi
40.
Turn right onto South Park Drive (A587)
0.3 mi
41.
Turn left to stay on West Park Drive
0.6 mi
42.
Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Beech Avenue
85 ft
43.
Exit the roundabout onto Beech Avenue
616 ft
44.
Turn left onto Forest Gate
601 ft
45.
Turn right onto Maple Avenue
113 ft
46.
Turn left
91 ft
47.
Turn right
65 ft
48.
You have arrived at your destination, on the right
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How much is the expense of driving from Basildon to Blackpool?

The expense of driving from Basildon to Blackpool, using petrol as the fuel source, amounts to £45.6. This calculation derives from considering the petrol price as 144 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 £22.8 (£45.6 divided by 2). With three passengers, the expense drops to approximately £15.2 per passenger (£45.6 divided by 3), and with four passengers, it's reduced further to £11.4 per passenger (£45.6 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 Basildon to Blackpool, approximately 31.6 liters of fuel would be required. This amount is determined by dividing the distance of 261.02 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 £45.6 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.
 

 

One thing that can affect car fuel consumption is tire air pressure for the following reasons:

  1. Rolling Resistance: Properly inflated tires have less rolling resistance, meaning they require less energy to keep the vehicle moving. This reduces the workload on the engine and improves fuel efficiency. On the other hand, under-inflated tires increase rolling resistance, forcing the engine to work harder and consuming more fuel.

  2. Optimal Performance: Tires that are inflated to the manufacturer's recommended pressure level ensure optimal performance and fuel efficiency. Deviating from this recommended pressure level, either by under-inflating or over-inflating the tires, can lead to decreased fuel efficiency.

  3. Tire Wear: Improper tire inflation can cause uneven tire wear, which can further increase rolling resistance and fuel consumption. Regularly checking and maintaining proper tire pressure can help prevent premature tire wear and maintain fuel efficiency.

  4. Handling and Stability: Properly inflated tires also contribute to better handling and stability, especially during cornering and braking. This can lead to smoother driving, which in turn can help improve fuel efficiency by reducing the need for sudden acceleration or braking maneuvers.

  5. Environmental Impact: Maintaining proper tire pressure is not only beneficial for fuel efficiency but also reduces tire wear and extends tire life. This helps reduce the environmental impact associated with tire disposal and manufacturing, contributing to overall sustainability.

Overall, maintaining proper tire air pressure is essential for optimal fuel efficiency, vehicle performance, and safety. Regularly checking and adjusting tire pressure according to the manufacturer's recommendations can help drivers save fuel and reduce their environmental footprint.

Diesel cost from Basildon to Blackpool.

The trip with diesel fuel costs 31.6 £ (167p/lt, 62.7 mpg).
For 2 passengers: 15.8 £ (31.6/2) /p.
For 3 passengers: 10.53 £ (31.6/3) /p.
For 4 passengers: 7.9 £ (31.6/4) /p.

Alternative routes from Basildon to Blackpool

The second route from Basildon to the Blackpool is 286.84 miles and takes 4 hours and 46 minutes.

Which is the cheapest route from Basildon to Blackpool by car?

The cheapest route from Basildon to Blackpool is the first suggested route (261mi, 4h 21min) and costs 45.6 £ (petrol fuel cost, 144p/lt, 37.5mpg).

The most expensive route from Basildon to Blackpool is the second suggested route (287mi, 4h 46min) and costs 50.1 £.

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 Basildon to Blackpool?

There are two suggested routes. The fastest route is 261mi (distance from Basildon to Blackpool) and its duration is 4h 21min. The slowest route is 287mi, and its duration is 4h 46min.

RouteCalculator provides you with the information to prepare your trip from Basildon to Blackpool by car or motorbike. It offers you alternative road routes that you can follow to go from Basildon to Blackpool. It provides driving directions from Basildon to Blackpool, i.e. where to turn and when, distance of the Basildon - Blackpool 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 Basildon to Blackpool with other people or friends, RouteCalculator provides the cost of the journey and the amount that each passenger will have to pay.

Where is Basildon located?

Basildon is located in Essex county and in England. It is situated at an altitude of 21 meters above sea level. Basildon has coordinates 51.5760840o,0.4887360o. RouteCalculator provides a map of Basildon from which you can plan your trips to other UK cities.

What is the location of Blackpool?

Blackpool is located in Lancashire county and in England. It is situated at an altitude of 16 meters above sea level. Blackpool has coordinates 53.8175053o,-3.0356748o. RouteCalculator provides a map of Blackpool from which you can plan your trips to other UK cities.