Route from Bishopbriggs to Braintree

The distance between Bishopbriggs and Braintree is 403 miles. Travel time is 6 hours and 53 minutes.

From: Bishopbriggs, County: East Dunbartonshire, Scotland
To: Braintree, County: Essex, England
403 mi , 6 h 53 min
Tolls: 0£ Stations
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Route from Bishopbriggs to Braintree on map



Driving directions from Bishopbriggs to Braintree

403 mi 6 h 53 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
27.7 mi
16.
Take the ramp on the left towards A66
1017 ft
17.
Keep right towards A66
233 ft
18.
Enter Skirsgill Roundabout and take the 2nd exit towards Scotch Corner
315 ft
19.
Exit the roundabout towards Scotch Corner
0.6 mi
20.
Enter Kemplay Bank Roundabout and take the 3rd exit towards Scotch Corner
499 ft
21.
Exit the roundabout towards Scotch Corner
20.3 mi
22.
Take the ramp on the left onto A66
801 ft
23.
Turn left onto New Road (B6276)
677 ft
24.
Turn right onto Main Street (B6276)
0.5 mi
25.
Turn left onto B6276
12.6 mi
26.
Make a slight right
0.4 mi
27.
Turn right onto B6277
10 mi
28.
Turn left onto A66
5.3 mi
29.
Continue onto A66
6.4 mi
30.
Continue onto A66
644 ft
31.
Enter Scotch Corner and take the 3rd exit towards A1(M): The South
997 ft
32.
Exit the roundabout towards A1(M): The South
47.5 mi
33.
Keep left onto A1(M)
118 mi
34.
Keep right onto A1(M)
4.6 mi
35.
Take the ramp on the left onto A14
14.4 mi
36.
Keep right onto Huntingdon Road (A14)
0.3 mi
37.
Continue onto M11
27.5 mi
38.
Take the ramp on the left
0.3 mi
39.
Enter Birchanger Green Roundabout and take the 1st exit onto Thremhall Avenue (A120)
15 ft
40.
Exit the roundabout onto Thremhall Avenue (A120)
0.4 mi
41.
Enter Priory Wood Roundabout and take the 3rd exit onto A120
819 ft
42.
Exit the roundabout onto A120
14.4 mi
43.
Take the ramp on the left
0.4 mi
44.
Enter the roundabout and take the 1st exit onto B1256
115 ft
45.
Exit the roundabout onto B1256
0.5 mi
46.
Enter the roundabout and take the 3rd exit onto Rayne Road (B1256)
188 ft
47.
Exit the roundabout onto Rayne Road (B1256)
0.7 mi
48.
Make a slight left
48 ft
49.
You have arrived at your destination, on the left
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What's the expense of traveling from Bishopbriggs to Braintree by car?

If you're using petrol, you're looking at an expense of 70.4 quid. Now, how do we get to that number? Let's break it down.

First off, we need to consider the price of petrol. In this calculation, it's set at 144 pence per liter. Then, we need to know how thirsty your car is. The fuel consumption rate for this ride is 37.5 miles per gallon.

Now, if you're carpooling, the cost gets divvied up. For two people sharing the ride, it's gonna be 35.2 quid each (£70.4 divided by 2). If you've got three folks in the car, the cost per person comes down to about 23.47 quid (£70.4 divided by 3). And if it's a full house with four passengers, each person chips in 17.6 quid (£70.4 divided by 4).

Let's dive into the nitty-gritty of the calculations. To figure out how much fuel you need for the trip, it's all about distance and fuel efficiency. The distance between Bishopbriggs and Braintree is about 403.05 miles. So, to cover that distance, your car's gonna need approximately 48.9 liters of petrol. We got that number by dividing the distance by the car's fuel consumption rate of 37.5 miles per gallon and then converting it to liters 'cause that's what we use here.

Once we know how much fuel we need, we can calculate the total cost. Multiply the amount of fuel (48.9 liters) by the price per liter (144 pence), and you get 70.4 quid. So, there you have it, the fuel cost for your journey from Bishopbriggs to Braintree: 70.4 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 Bishopbriggs to Braintree.

The trip with diesel fuel costs 48.8 £ (167p/lt, 62.7 mpg).
For 2 passengers: 24.4 £ (48.8/2) /p.
For 3 passengers: 16.27 £ (48.8/3) /p.
For 4 passengers: 12.2 £ (48.8/4) /p.

Alternative routes from Bishopbriggs to Braintree

The slowest route from Bishopbriggs to the Braintree is 424.48 miles and takes 7 hours and 1 minute.

Which is the cheapest route from Bishopbriggs to Braintree by car?

The cheapest route from Bishopbriggs to Braintree is the first suggested route (403mi, 6h 53min) and costs 70.4 £ (petrol fuel cost, 144p/lt, 37.5mpg).

The most expensive route from Bishopbriggs to Braintree is the second suggested route (424mi, 7h 1min) and costs 74.1 £.

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 Bishopbriggs to Braintree?

There are two suggested routes. The fastest route is 403mi (distance from Bishopbriggs to Braintree) and its duration is 6h 53min. The slowest route is 424mi, and its duration is 7h 1min.

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

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 Braintree?

Braintree is located in Essex county and in England. It is situated at an altitude of 73 meters above sea level. Braintree has coordinates 51.8800870o,0.5509269o. RouteCalculator provides a map of Braintree from which you can plan your trips to other UK cities.