Route from Bathgate to West Dorset

The distance between Bathgate and West Dorset is 421 miles. Travel time is 7 hours and 37 minutes.

From: Bathgate, County: West Lothian, Scotland
To: West Dorset, County: Dorset, England
421 mi , 7 h 37 min
Tolls: 0£ Stations
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Route from Bathgate to West Dorset on map



Driving directions from Bathgate to West Dorset

421 mi 7 h 37 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 left onto M5
82 mi
40.
Take exit 15 on the left towards M4: London
1257 ft
41.
Keep left towards M4 East: London
2.5 mi
42.
Take the ramp on the left towards M32: Bristol
0.6 mi
43.
Merge right onto M32
4.6 mi
44.
Continue onto Newfoundland Way (A4032)
0.4 mi
45.
Keep left onto Bond Street South (A4044)
0.3 mi
46.
Continue onto Temple Way Underpass (A4044)
0.4 mi
47.
Continue onto Temple Gate (A4)
1113 ft
48.
Enter Bath Bridge Roundabout and take the 1st exit onto Bath Road (A4)
170 ft
49.
Exit the roundabout onto Bath Road (A4)
1191 ft
50.
Keep right onto Wells Road (A37)
915 ft
51.
Keep left onto Wells Road (A37)
2.4 mi
52.
Continue onto Bristol Road (A37)
1.3 mi
53.
Continue onto Hursley Hill (A37)
0.5 mi
54.
Continue onto Bristol Road (A37)
0.7 mi
55.
Continue onto Pensford Hill (A37)
0.5 mi
56.
Continue onto New Road (A37)
1.4 mi
57.
Enter Chelwood Roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto A37
175 ft
58.
Exit the roundabout onto A37
4.9 mi
59.
Keep left onto A37
8.6 mi
60.
Enter Cannard's Grave Roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto A37
164 ft
61.
Exit the roundabout onto A37
0.5 mi
62.
Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto A37
92 ft
63.
Exit the roundabout onto A37
12.1 mi
64.
Enter Podimore and take the 3rd exit onto A303
820 ft
65.
Exit the roundabout onto A303
2 mi
66.
Take the ramp on the left onto A37
0.6 mi
67.
Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto A37
102 ft
68.
Exit the roundabout onto A37
3.4 mi
69.
Enter Combe Street Lane Roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Ilchester Road (A37)
130 ft
70.
Exit the roundabout onto Ilchester Road (A37)
0.9 mi
71.
Enter Fiveways roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Kingston (A37)
249 ft
72.
Exit the roundabout onto Kingston (A37)
986 ft
73.
Enter Kingston Roundabout and take the 3rd exit onto Queensway (A30)
223 ft
74.
Exit the roundabout onto Queensway (A30)
0.5 mi
75.
Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto A30
105 ft
76.
Exit the roundabout onto A30
0.4 mi
77.
Turn left onto Dorchester Road (A37)
0.8 mi
78.
Enter Keyford Roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto A37
192 ft
79.
Exit the roundabout onto A37
9.8 mi
80.
Turn right onto Norden Lane
1.9 mi
81.
Turn right onto Dorchester Road (A356)
0.3 mi
82.
Turn left
307 ft
83.
Go straight onto Greenford Lane
272 ft
84.
Turn right
560 ft
85.
You have arrived at your destination, on the left
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What is the financial outlay associated with traveling from Bathgate to West Dorset by car?

The journey, powered by petrol, incurs a cost of £73.6. In this computational scenario, the price of petrol is assumed to be 144 pence per liter, and the car's fuel efficiency stands at 37.5 miles per gallon.

For individuals contemplating carpooling arrangements, the expenditure per traveler diminishes as the number of passengers increases. With two passengers, the cost per person amounts to £36.8 (£73.6/2). For a trio of passengers, the cost per person reduces to £24.53 (£73.6/3), and for a quartet of passengers, it further decreases to £18.4 (£73.6/4).

To provide further elucidation on the calculation process, let us dissect how the final figure is derived:

Initially, the requisite fuel quantity is determined by dividing the distance traveled by the car's fuel consumption rate. For a journey spanning 421.35 miles, this computation entails multiplying 421.35 miles by 4.54609 (liters per gallon) and subsequently dividing by the car's fuel efficiency of 37.5 mpg, resulting in a requirement of 51.1 liters of fuel.

Subsequently, the fuel expenditure is computed by multiplying the amount of fuel required by the price per liter. Given a consumption of 51.1 liters of fuel at a rate of 144 pence per liter, the cumulative cost equals £73.6.

In summation, the total fuel expenditure for the trip from Bathgate to West Dorset stands at £73.6.

 

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 West Dorset.

The trip with diesel fuel costs 51 £ (167p/lt, 62.7 mpg).
For 2 passengers: 25.5 £ (51/2) /p.
For 3 passengers: 17 £ (51/3) /p.
For 4 passengers: 12.75 £ (51/4) /p.

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 West Dorset?

West Dorset is located in Dorset county and in England. It is situated at an altitude of 98 meters above sea level. West Dorset has coordinates 50.7755272o,-2.5816958o. RouteCalculator provides a map of West Dorset from which you can plan your trips to other UK cities.