Route from Bedford to Epping Forest

The distance between Bedford and Epping Forest is 52.3 miles. Travel time is 1 hour and 10 minutes.

From: Bedford, County: Bedfordshire, England
To: Epping Forest, County: Essex, England
52.3 mi , 1 h 10 min
Tolls: Stations
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Route from Bedford to Epping Forest on map



Driving directions from Bedford to Epping Forest

52.3 mi 1 h 10 min
1.
Head east on St Paul's Square (A600)
75 ft
2.
Turn right onto High Street (A600)
628 ft
3.
Continue onto St Mary's Street (A600)
607 ft
4.
Continue onto St John's Street (A600)
736 ft
5.
Enter the roundabout and take the 1st exit onto Rope Walk (A5140)
16 ft
6.
Exit the roundabout onto Rope Walk (A5140)
0.3 mi
7.
Enter the roundabout and take the 3rd exit onto Cardington Road
289 ft
8.
Exit the roundabout onto Cardington Road
0.4 mi
9.
Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Cardington Road (A603)
189 ft
10.
Exit the roundabout onto Cardington Road (A603)
1.1 mi
11.
Enter the roundabout and take the 1st exit onto Cardington Road (A603)
254 ft
12.
Exit the roundabout onto Cardington Road (A603)
0.2 mi
13.
Enter Cardington Cross and take the 3rd exit onto Cambridge Road (A603)
546 ft
14.
Exit the roundabout onto Cambridge Road (A603)
0.8 mi
15.
Continue onto Bedford Road (A603)
1.4 mi
16.
Continue slightly right onto Sandy Road (A603)
0.7 mi
17.
Continue onto Bedford Road (A603)
2.4 mi
18.
Turn left onto A603
807 ft
19.
Enter Sandy Roundabout and take the 3rd exit onto Great North Road (A1)
313 ft
20.
Exit the roundabout onto Great North Road (A1)
2.5 mi
21.
Continue onto Biggleswade Bypass (A1)
0.3 mi
22.
Enter Biggleswade North Roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Biggleswade Bypass (A1)
183 ft
23.
Exit the roundabout onto Biggleswade Bypass (A1)
2.2 mi
24.
Enter Biggleswade South Roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto London Road (A1)
232 ft
25.
Exit the roundabout onto London Road (A1)
13.5 mi
26.
Take the ramp on the left towards A602: Ware
781 ft
27.
Enter Langley Sidings and take the 1st exit onto Broadhall Way (A602)
69 ft
28.
Exit the roundabout onto Broadhall Way (A602)
898 ft
29.
Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Broadhall Way (A602)
137 ft
30.
Exit the roundabout onto Broadhall Way (A602)
0.3 mi
31.
Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Broadhall Way (A602)
211 ft
32.
Exit the roundabout onto Broadhall Way (A602)
0.4 mi
33.
Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Broadhall Way (A602)
273 ft
34.
Exit the roundabout onto Broadhall Way (A602)
0.7 mi
35.
Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Broadhall Way (A602)
239 ft
36.
Exit the roundabout onto Broadhall Way (A602)
1092 ft
37.
Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto A602
110 ft
38.
Exit the roundabout onto A602
2.4 mi
39.
Enter the roundabout and take the 1st exit onto A602
26 ft
40.
Exit the roundabout onto A602
1.3 mi
41.
Take the ramp on the left onto A602
0.8 mi
42.
Keep right onto Ware Road (A602)
1.7 mi
43.
Continue onto Tonwell Bypass Road (A602)
0.5 mi
44.
Enter Westmill Roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Westmill Bypass (A602)
141 ft
45.
Exit the roundabout onto Westmill Bypass (A602)
1 mi
46.
Enter Westmill Interchange and take the 3rd exit
535 ft
47.
Exit the roundabout
0.3 mi
48.
Merge right onto A10
2.4 mi
49.
Take the ramp on the left
1224 ft
50.
Enter Hailey Interchange and take the 1st exit onto A414
62 ft
51.
Exit the roundabout onto A414
0.3 mi
52.
Enter Amwell Roundabout and take the 4th exit onto A414
512 ft
53.
Exit the roundabout onto A414
4.7 mi
54.
Enter Eastwick Lodge Roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Fifth Avenue (A414)
229 ft
55.
Exit the roundabout onto Fifth Avenue (A414)
0.4 mi
56.
Enter Burnt Mill Roundabout and take the 3rd exit onto Fifth Avenue (A1019)
220 ft
57.
Exit the roundabout onto Fifth Avenue (A1019)
0.4 mi
58.
Enter the roundabout and take the 1st exit onto Fifth Avenue (A1019)
142 ft
59.
Exit the roundabout onto Fifth Avenue (A1019)
500 ft
60.
Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Velizy Avenue (A1019)
178 ft
61.
Exit the roundabout onto Velizy Avenue (A1019)
0.4 mi
62.
Enter the roundabout and take the 1st exit onto Second Avenue (A1025)
85 ft
63.
Exit the roundabout onto Second Avenue (A1025)
0.3 mi
64.
Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Second Avenue (A1025)
181 ft
65.
Exit the roundabout onto Second Avenue (A1025)
0.4 mi
66.
Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Second Avenue (A1025)
201 ft
67.
Exit the roundabout onto Second Avenue (A1025)
0.5 mi
68.
Enter Clock Tower Roundabout and take the 3rd exit onto A414
373 ft
69.
Exit the roundabout onto A414
1.4 mi
70.
Enter Hastingwood Interchange and take the 2nd exit onto Canes Lane (A414)
1115 ft
71.
Exit the roundabout onto Canes Lane (A414)
1.2 mi
72.
Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Rayley Lane
247 ft
73.
Exit the roundabout onto Rayley Lane
0.5 mi
74.
Enter the roundabout and take the 1st exit onto Vicarage Lane (West)
107 ft
75.
Exit the roundabout onto Vicarage Lane (West)
634 ft
76.
Turn right onto Church Lane
0.8 mi
77.
Keep right onto Wellington Road
797 ft
78.
Turn right onto High Road (B181)
186 ft
79.
Turn left onto Kiln Road
0.3 mi
80.
Turn right onto Mount Wood Lane
0.3 mi
81.
You have arrived at your destination, on the left
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How much does it cost to drive from Bedford to Epping Forest?

If you're using petrol, it's gonna set you back 9.1 quid. In this calculation, they're saying the petrol price is 143 pence per liter, and the car's gonna guzzle down 37.5 miles for every gallon of that stuff.

Now, if you're carpooling, the cost gets split up between everyone riding. So, if there are two people in the car, it's gonna be 4.55 quid each (£9.1 divided by 2). With three buddies on board, it works out to around 3.03 quid per person (£9.1 divided by 3). And if you've got a full car with four people, it's only 2.28 quid per person (£9.1 divided by 4).

Breaking down the numbers, the fuel cost is calculated based on how far you're going and how much gas your car chugs. For this trip, you're gonna need about 6.3 liters of fuel. They figured that out by dividing the distance of 52.31 miles by the car's fuel consumption rate of 37.5 miles per gallon, and then converting that to liters 'cause, you know, the UK uses liters.

So, you take the fuel needed, which is 6.3 liters, and you multiply it by the price per liter, which is 143 pence. And voilà, you got yourself the total fuel cost for the trip from Bedford to Epping Forest: 9.1 quid.

 

 

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 Bedford to Epping Forest.

The trip with diesel fuel costs 5.7 £ (151p/lt, 62.7 mpg).
For 2 passengers: 2.85 £ (5.7/2) /p.
For 3 passengers: 1.9 £ (5.7/3) /p.
For 4 passengers: 1.43 £ (5.7/4) /p.


Alternative routes from Bedford to Epping Forest

The second route from Bedford to the Epping Forest is 62.44 miles and takes 1 hour and 11 minutes.

The third route from Bedford to the Epping Forest is 53.69 miles and takes 1 hour and 11 minutes.


Which is the cheapest route from Bedford to Epping Forest by car?

The cheapest route from Bedford to Epping Forest is the first suggested route (52.3mi, 1h 10min) and costs 9.1 £ (petrol fuel cost, 143p/lt, 37.5mpg).

The second cheapest route from Bedford to Epping Forest is the third suggested route (53.7mi, 1h 11min) and costs 9.3 £.

The most expensive route from Bedford to Epping Forest is the second suggested route (62mi, 1h 11min) and costs 10.8 £.

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 Bedford to Epping Forest?

There are three suggested routes. The fastest route is 52.3mi (distance from Bedford to Epping Forest) and its duration is 1h 10min. The other route is 53.7mi, and its duration is 1h 11min. The slowest route is 62mi, and its duration is 1h 11min.

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Where is Bedford located?

Bedford is located in Bedfordshire county and in England. It is situated at an altitude of 34 meters above sea level. Bedford has coordinates 52.1359729o,-0.4666546o. RouteCalculator provides a map of Bedford from which you can plan your trips to other UK cities.


What is the location of Epping Forest?

Epping Forest is located in Essex county and in England. It is situated at an altitude of 108 meters above sea level. Epping Forest has coordinates 51.7043936o,0.1656224o. RouteCalculator provides a map of Epping Forest from which you can plan your trips to other UK cities.