Route from Bishopbriggs to Bracknell Forest

The distance between Bishopbriggs and Bracknell Forest is 399 miles. Travel time is 6 hours and 40 minutes.

From: Bishopbriggs, County: East Dunbartonshire, Scotland
To: Bracknell Forest, County: Berkshire, England
399 mi , 6 h 40 min
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Route from Bishopbriggs to Bracknell Forest on map



Driving directions from Bishopbriggs to Bracknell Forest

399 mi 6 h 40 min
1.
Head southwest on Kenmure Crescent
328 ft
2.
Turn left onto Brackenbrae Road
780 ft
3.
Turn right onto Kirkintilloch Road (A803)
0.4 mi
4.
Continue onto Springburn Road (A803)
1.9 mi
5.
Make a slight left to stay on Springburn Road
634 ft
6.
Turn right onto A804
197 ft
7.
Turn left onto Castle Street (A803)
511 ft
8.
Take the ramp on the left towards M8: Edinburgh
1.1 mi
9.
Keep right onto M8
4.7 mi
10.
Take exit 8 on the left towards A8: Coatbridge
920 ft
11.
Keep right towards M73: Carlisle
1.4 mi
12.
Keep left towards M74: Carlisle
0.5 mi
13.
Keep right towards M74: Carlisle
29.5 mi
14.
Continue onto A74(M)
49 mi
15.
Continue onto M6
98 mi
16.
Keep right onto Preston Bypass (M6)
86 mi
17.
Keep left onto M6
9.4 mi
18.
Keep right onto M6
11.7 mi
19.
Take the ramp on the left
0.9 mi
20.
Keep right at the fork
0.4 mi
21.
Continue onto M42
12.2 mi
22.
Take exit 3A on the left towards M40: London
1 mi
23.
Merge right onto M40
74 mi
24.
Take the ramp on the left
0.3 mi
25.
Keep right at the fork
177 ft
26.
Merge right onto Handy Cross Roundabout
318 ft
27.
Turn right to stay on Handy Cross Roundabout
580 ft
28.
Keep left onto A404
4.2 mi
29.
Enter Bisham Roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto A404
310 ft
30.
Exit the roundabout onto A404
2.9 mi
31.
Take the ramp on the left towards A4: Reading
1143 ft
32.
Enter The Thicket Roundabout and take the 1st exit onto Bath Road (A4)
3 ft
33.
Exit the roundabout onto Bath Road (A4)
333 ft
34.
Enter the roundabout and take the 3rd exit onto Cannon Lane
160 ft
35.
Exit the roundabout onto Cannon Lane
1.2 mi
36.
Turn right onto Waltham Road
0.9 mi
37.
Turn left onto Church lane
0.4 mi
38.
Continue slightly left onto Littlefield Green (B3024)
0.6 mi
39.
Turn right onto Howe Lane
0.7 mi
40.
Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Howe Lane
60 ft
41.
Exit the roundabout onto Howe Lane
1.1 mi
42.
Turn left onto Bottle Lane
0.6 mi
43.
Turn right onto Ryehurst Lane
0.9 mi
44.
Turn left onto Cabbage Hill Lane
0.4 mi
45.
Continue right onto Hazelwood lane
645 ft
46.
Turn right onto Forest Road (B3034)
29 ft
47.
Turn left onto Binfield Road (B3018)
0.4 mi
48.
Enter the roundabout and take the 1st exit onto Binfield Road (B3018)
47 ft
49.
Exit the roundabout onto Binfield Road (B3018)
1206 ft
50.
Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Binfield Road (B3018)
145 ft
51.
Exit the roundabout onto Binfield Road (B3018)
0.7 mi
52.
Enter Western Roundabout and take the 3rd exit onto Skimped Hill Lane
465 ft
53.
Exit the roundabout onto Skimped Hill Lane
653 ft
54.
Enter Skimped Hill Roundabout and take the 2nd exit
99 ft
55.
Exit the roundabout
136 ft
56.
Turn left
116 ft
57.
Make a slight left
96 ft
58.
Turn left
127 ft
59.
You have arrived at your destination, on the left
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How much is the expense of driving from Bishopbriggs to Bracknell Forest?

The expense of driving from Bishopbriggs to Bracknell Forest, using petrol as the fuel source, amounts to £69.6. 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 £34.8 (£69.6 divided by 2). With three passengers, the expense drops to approximately £23.2 per passenger (£69.6 divided by 3), and with four passengers, it's reduced further to £17.4 per passenger (£69.6 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 Bishopbriggs to Bracknell Forest, approximately 48.4 liters of fuel would be required. This amount is determined by dividing the distance of 398.93 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 £69.6 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.
 

 

Driving habits can have a significant impact on car fuel consumption. Some explanations are below:

  1. Acceleration and Deceleration: Aggressive driving habits such as rapid acceleration and frequent hard braking can lead to increased fuel consumption. Smooth, gradual acceleration and deceleration are more fuel-efficient.

  2. Speeding: Driving at high speeds consumes more fuel due to increased aerodynamic drag. Maintaining a moderate and consistent speed can help conserve fuel.

  3. Idling: Leaving the engine running while parked or waiting unnecessarily burns fuel. Turning off the engine when stationary for extended periods can help reduce fuel consumption.

  4. Air Conditioning Usage: Running the air conditioning system at maximum settings can increase fuel consumption. Using the AC sparingly and opting for natural ventilation when possible can save fuel.

  5. Overloading: Carrying excessive weight in the vehicle, such as heavy cargo or unnecessary items, can increase fuel consumption by putting additional strain on the engine. Removing unnecessary weight can improve fuel efficiency.

Diesel cost from Bishopbriggs to Bracknell Forest.

The trip with diesel fuel costs 48.3 £ (167p/lt, 62.7 mpg).
For 2 passengers: 24.15 £ (48.3/2) /p.
For 3 passengers: 16.1 £ (48.3/3) /p.
For 4 passengers: 12.08 £ (48.3/4) /p.

Where is Bishopbriggs located?

Bishopbriggs is located in East Dunbartonshire county and in Scotland. It is situated at an altitude of 64 meters above sea level. Bishopbriggs has coordinates 55.9041850o,-4.2284940o. RouteCalculator provides a map of Bishopbriggs from which you can plan your trips to other UK cities.

What is the location of Bracknell Forest?

Bracknell Forest is located in Berkshire county and in England. It is situated at an altitude of 68 meters above sea level. Bracknell Forest has coordinates 51.4153828o,-0.7536495o. RouteCalculator provides a map of Bracknell Forest from which you can plan your trips to other UK cities.