Route from Bathgate to Reigate and Banstead

The distance between Bathgate and Reigate and Banstead is 424 miles. Travel time is 7 hours and 13 minutes.

From: Bathgate, County: West Lothian, Scotland
To: Reigate and Banstead, County: Surrey, England
424 mi , 7 h 13 min
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Route from Bathgate to Reigate and Banstead on map



Driving directions from Bathgate to Reigate and Banstead

424 mi 7 h 13 min
1.
Head north on Mansefield Street
657 ft
2.
Turn left onto Waverley Street
842 ft
3.
Turn left onto A800
697 ft
4.
Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Menzies Road
81 ft
5.
Exit the roundabout onto Menzies Road
1154 ft
6.
Turn right onto Whitburn Road (B7002)
0.6 mi
7.
Enter the roundabout and take the 3rd exit onto Whitburn Road (B7002)
268 ft
8.
Exit the roundabout onto Whitburn Road (B7002)
0.6 mi
9.
Continue straight onto Whitburn Road (B7002)
0.4 mi
10.
Enter Boghead Roundabout and take the 4th exit onto A706
596 ft
11.
Exit the roundabout onto A706
1.1 mi
12.
Enter Whitdale Roundabout and take the 1st exit onto Armadale Road (A706)
92 ft
13.
Exit the roundabout onto Armadale Road (A706)
0.3 mi
14.
Continue onto Manse Road (A706)
694 ft
15.
Continue onto Longridge Road (A706)
1235 ft
16.
Continue straight onto Longridge Road (A706)
6.4 mi
17.
Turn left onto B7016
327 ft
18.
Turn right onto B7016
5.7 mi
19.
Turn right onto A70
1257 ft
20.
Make a slight left onto Lampits Road
0.7 mi
21.
Continue onto Carnwath Road
0.7 mi
22.
Turn left onto Pettinain Road
0.4 mi
23.
Continue onto Tie Road No 2
1.4 mi
24.
Turn right onto Grange Road
0.5 mi
25.
Turn left onto Covington Road
1.5 mi
26.
Turn left to stay on Covington Road
674 ft
27.
Turn right to stay on Covington Road
1.4 mi
28.
Continue onto Boat Road
0.4 mi
29.
Keep left onto Boat Road
269 ft
30.
Turn left onto Sherifflats Road
0.4 mi
31.
Turn left onto A73
8 mi
32.
Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto A702
269 ft
33.
Exit the roundabout onto A702
1 mi
34.
Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto A74(M)
212 ft
35.
Exit the roundabout onto A74(M)
49.2 mi
36.
Continue onto M6
98 mi
37.
Keep right onto Preston Bypass (M6)
86 mi
38.
Keep left onto M6
9.4 mi
39.
Keep right onto M6
11.7 mi
40.
Take the ramp on the left
0.9 mi
41.
Keep right at the fork
0.4 mi
42.
Continue onto M42
12.2 mi
43.
Take exit 3A on the left towards M40: London
1 mi
44.
Merge right onto M40
84 mi
45.
Take the ramp on the left towards M25(S): Watford
0.4 mi
46.
Keep right towards M25(S): Heathrow
0.9 mi
47.
Keep left towards M25: Heathrow
31.6 mi
48.
Take the ramp on the left towards A217: Sutton
1017 ft
49.
Enter Reigate Hill Interchange and take the 1st exit onto Brighton Road (A217)
65 ft
50.
Exit the roundabout onto Brighton Road (A217)
0.6 mi
51.
Enter the roundabout and take the 1st exit onto Brighton Road (A217)
116 ft
52.
Exit the roundabout onto Brighton Road (A217)
1.1 mi
53.
Enter the roundabout and take the 1st exit onto Brighton Road (A217)
120 ft
54.
Exit the roundabout onto Brighton Road (A217)
1 mi
55.
Keep right at the fork
386 ft
56.
Make a slight left onto Bonsor Drive (B2032)
0.5 mi
57.
Turn right onto Waterhouse Lane (B2032)
0.5 mi
58.
Turn right onto Sandy Lane
0.7 mi
59.
You have arrived at your destination, on the left
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How much does it cost to drive from Bathgate to Reigate and Banstead with petrol?

Let's delve into the expenses of a road trip from Bathgate to Reigate and Banstead. The journey using petrol will set you back 74.1 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 37.05 pounds (£74.1 divided by 2). With three passengers, the cost per person drops to around 24.7 pounds (£74.1 divided by 3). And if there are four passengers onboard, each person chips in 18.53 pounds (£74.1 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 Bathgate and Reigate and Banstead is approximately 424.28 miles. So, to cover this distance, the car will require roughly 51.4 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 (51.4 liters) by the price per liter (144 pence) yields 74.1 pounds. Therefore, the fuel cost for the journey from Bathgate to Reigate and Banstead is 74.1 pounds.
 

 

One thing that can affect car fuel consumption is the use of air conditioning (AC) for the following reasons:

  1. Engine Load: When the AC is turned on, the compressor in the car's engine needs to work harder to cool and circulate the air. This extra workload can increase the engine's fuel consumption, especially during city driving or when the car is idling.

  2. Drag Effect: Running the AC can also increase aerodynamic drag, particularly at higher speeds. This means the engine needs to work harder to maintain speed, resulting in higher fuel consumption.

  3. Accessory Load: In addition to the AC compressor, other electrical components such as the blower fan and condenser fan also draw power from the engine when the AC is running. This increases the overall electrical load on the engine, leading to higher fuel consumption.

  4. Driving Conditions: The impact of AC on fuel consumption can vary depending on driving conditions. For example, using the AC while driving at lower speeds or in stop-and-go traffic may have a more significant effect on fuel consumption compared to highway driving.

  5. Efficiency Settings: Some cars come equipped with features like "Eco" mode or variable AC compressor speeds, which can help reduce the impact of AC on fuel consumption. Using these features can help optimize fuel efficiency while still keeping the cabin cool.

Overall, while using the AC can increase fuel consumption to some extent, it's often a necessary trade-off for comfort, especially during hot weather. However, minimizing AC usage when possible, such as using the car's ventilation system or rolling down windows at lower speeds, can help mitigate its impact on fuel consumption.

Diesel cost from Bathgate to Reigate and Banstead.

The trip with diesel fuel costs 51.4 £ (167p/lt, 62.7 mpg).
For 2 passengers: 25.7 £ (51.4/2) /p.
For 3 passengers: 17.13 £ (51.4/3) /p.
For 4 passengers: 12.85 £ (51.4/4) /p.

Alternative routes from Bathgate to Reigate and Banstead

Meanwhile, the least speedy route from Bathgate to Reigate and Banstead covers 430.76 miles and necessitates 7 hours and 24 minutes for completion.

Which is the cheapest route from Bathgate to Reigate and Banstead by car?

The cheapest route from Bathgate to Reigate and Banstead is the first suggested route (424mi, 7h 13min) and costs 74.1 £ (petrol fuel cost, 144p/lt, 37.5mpg).

The most expensive route from Bathgate to Reigate and Banstead is the second suggested route (431mi, 7h 24min) and costs 75.2 £.

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 Bathgate to Reigate and Banstead?

There are two suggested routes. The fastest route is 424mi (distance from Bathgate to Reigate and Banstead) and its duration is 7h 13min. The slowest route is 431mi, and its duration is 7h 24min.

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

Where is Bathgate located?

Bathgate is located in West Lothian county and in Scotland. It is situated at an altitude of 145 meters above sea level. Bathgate has coordinates 55.9024000o,-3.6431180o. RouteCalculator provides a map of Bathgate from which you can plan your trips to other UK cities.

What is the location of Reigate and Banstead?

Reigate and Banstead is located in Surrey county and in England. It is situated at an altitude of 171 meters above sea level. Reigate and Banstead has coordinates 51.2839423o,-0.2098622o. RouteCalculator provides a map of Reigate and Banstead from which you can plan your trips to other UK cities.