Route from Basildon to Swindon

The distance between Basildon and Swindon is 128 miles. Travel time is 2 hours and 12 minutes.

From: Basildon, County: Essex, England
To: Swindon, County: Wiltshire, England
128 mi , 2 h 12 min
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Route from Basildon to Swindon on map



Driving directions from Basildon to Swindon

128 mi 2 h 12 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
35.9 mi
17.
Take exit 15 on the left towards M4: London (West)
980 ft
18.
Keep right towards M4: The West
0.8 mi
19.
Merge right onto M4
58.8 mi
20.
Take the ramp on the left towards A419
0.3 mi
21.
Enter Badbury Roundabout and take the 3rd exit onto Marlborough Road (A419)
951 ft
22.
Exit the roundabout onto Marlborough Road (A419)
0.5 mi
23.
Take the ramp on the left onto A419
0.3 mi
24.
Keep left towards A4259
520 ft
25.
Go straight onto Marlborough Road (A4259)
1 mi
26.
Enter Coate Roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Marlborough Road (B4006)
117 ft
27.
Exit the roundabout onto Marlborough Road (B4006)
0.9 mi
28.
Enter the roundabout and take the 1st exit onto Marlborough Road (B4006)
50 ft
29.
Exit the roundabout onto Marlborough Road (B4006)
1136 ft
30.
Enter Pipers and take the 3rd exit onto Marlborough Road (B4006)
289 ft
31.
Exit the roundabout onto Marlborough Road (B4006)
1117 ft
32.
Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Marlborough Road (B4006)
67 ft
33.
Exit the roundabout onto Marlborough Road (B4006)
870 ft
34.
Turn left onto Newport Street (B4289)
883 ft
35.
Turn right onto Devizes Road (A4289)
916 ft
36.
Turn left onto Devizes Road (A4289)
99 ft
37.
Turn right onto Victoria Road
0.3 mi
38.
Turn left onto Cross Street
427 ft
39.
Turn left onto Prospect Hill
339 ft
40.
You have arrived at your destination, on the left
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How much does it cost to drive from Basildon to Swindon with petrol?

Let's delve into the expenses of a road trip from Basildon to Swindon. The journey using petrol will set you back 22.3 pounds. Now, let's walk through how we arrived at this figure.

Firstly, we consider the price of petrol, which is 144 pence per liter. Next, we take into account the car's fuel consumption rate, which stands at 37.5 miles per gallon.

Now, suppose you're carpooling. If there are two passengers sharing the ride, each person will contribute 11.15 pounds (£22.3 divided by 2). With three passengers, the cost per person drops to around 7.43 pounds (£22.3 divided by 3). And if there are four passengers onboard, each person chips in 5.58 pounds (£22.3 divided by 4).

Let's delve deeper into the calculations. To determine how much fuel is needed for the trip, we rely on the distance and the car's fuel efficiency. The distance between Basildon and Swindon is approximately 127.8 miles. So, to cover this distance, the car will require roughly 15.5 liters of petrol. We obtained this value by dividing the distance by the car's fuel consumption rate of 37.5 miles per gallon and then converting it to liters.

Once we have the amount of fuel needed, we calculate the total cost. Multiplying the fuel quantity (15.5 liters) by the price per liter (144 pence) yields 22.3 pounds. Therefore, the fuel cost for the journey from Basildon to Swindon is 22.3 pounds.
 

 

The condition of the car can significantly impact fuel consumption. Here's how:

  1. Engine Efficiency: A well-maintained engine operates more efficiently, burning fuel more effectively and consuming less. Regular oil changes, air filter replacements, and tune-ups can ensure optimal engine performance.

  2. Fuel System Health: Issues with the fuel system, such as clogged fuel injectors or a faulty oxygen sensor, can lead to improper fuel combustion and increased consumption. Regular maintenance and prompt repairs can help prevent such problems.

  3. Tire Condition: Worn-out or improperly inflated tires increase rolling resistance, requiring more energy (and fuel) to propel the vehicle. Keeping tires properly inflated and replacing worn-out tires can improve fuel efficiency.

  4. Aerodynamics: Damage to the car's body, such as dents or misaligned panels, can disrupt airflow and increase aerodynamic drag, leading to higher fuel consumption. Keeping the car's body in good condition can help maintain optimal aerodynamics.

Diesel cost from Basildon to Swindon.

The trip with diesel fuel costs 15.5 £ (167p/lt, 62.7 mpg).
For 2 passengers: 7.75 £ (15.5/2) /p.
For 3 passengers: 5.17 £ (15.5/3) /p.
For 4 passengers: 3.88 £ (15.5/4) /p.

Alternative routes from Basildon to Swindon

The slowest route from Basildon to the Swindon is 125.01 miles and takes 2 hours and 44 minutes.

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

The cheapest route from Basildon to Swindon is the second suggested route (125mi, 2h 44min) and costs 21.8 £ (petrol fuel cost, 144p/lt, 37.5mpg).

The most expensive route from Basildon to Swindon is the first suggested route (128mi, 2h 12min) and costs 22.3 £.

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 Swindon?

There are two suggested routes. The fastest route is 128mi (distance from Basildon to Swindon) and its duration is 2h 12min. The slowest route is 125mi, and its duration is 2h 44min.

RouteCalculator provides you with the information to prepare your trip from Basildon to Swindon by car or motorbike. It offers you alternative road routes that you can follow to go from Basildon to Swindon. It provides driving directions from Basildon to Swindon, i.e. where to turn and when, distance of the Basildon - Swindon 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 Swindon 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 Swindon?

Swindon is located in Wiltshire county and in England. It is situated at an altitude of 135 meters above sea level. Swindon has coordinates 51.5557739o,-1.7797176o. RouteCalculator provides a map of Swindon from which you can plan your trips to other UK cities.