Route from Blaby to Sheffield

The distance between Blaby and Sheffield is 68 miles. Travel time is 1 hour and 18 minutes.

From: Blaby, County: Leicestershire, England
To: Sheffield, County: South Yorkshire, England
68 mi , 1 h 18 min
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Route from Blaby to Sheffield on map



Driving directions from Blaby to Sheffield

68 mi 1 h 18 min
1.
Head northeast on Lutterworth Road
29 ft
2.
Turn left onto Grove Road
0.4 mi
3.
Enter the roundabout and take the 3rd exit onto Blaby Bypass (A426)
414 ft
4.
Exit the roundabout onto Blaby Bypass (A426)
0.5 mi
5.
Enter the roundabout and take the 1st exit onto B582
15 ft
6.
Exit the roundabout onto B582
1.1 mi
7.
Enter Foxhunter Roundabout and take the 3rd exit onto St Johns (B4114)
330 ft
8.
Exit the roundabout onto St Johns (B4114)
0.6 mi
9.
Continue onto Narborough Road South (B4114)
1170 ft
10.
Make a slight left onto Lubbesthorpe Way (A563)
0.3 mi
11.
Take the ramp on the left towards A5460
918 ft
12.
Merge right onto A5460
0.3 mi
13.
Keep right onto A5460
281 ft
14.
Take the ramp on the left towards M1
0.3 mi
15.
Merge right onto M1
2.2 mi
16.
Keep right onto M1
43.1 mi
17.
Take the ramp on the left towards A617: Chesterfield
0.3 mi
18.
Merge right onto A617
338 ft
19.
Keep left onto A617
5 mi
20.
Keep right at the fork
416 ft
21.
Keep right at the fork
194 ft
22.
Keep left onto A61
1.5 mi
23.
Keep left onto A61
0.7 mi
24.
Enter the roundabout and take the 3rd exit onto A61
284 ft
25.
Exit the roundabout onto A61
4.9 mi
26.
Enter Bowshaw and take the 1st exit onto Chesterfield Road South (A61)
210 ft
27.
Exit the roundabout onto Chesterfield Road South (A61)
0.7 mi
28.
Enter Meadowhead Roundabout and take the 2nd exit towards City
275 ft
29.
Exit the roundabout towards City
2.5 mi
30.
Continue onto London Road (A61)
1172 ft
31.
Continue onto Heeley Bridge (A61)
1130 ft
32.
Continue onto Asline Road
767 ft
33.
Make a slight left onto Bramall Lane (A621)
0.4 mi
34.
Enter Bramall Lane Roundabout and take the 1st exit onto Saint Mary's Gate (A61)
54 ft
35.
Exit the roundabout onto Saint Mary's Gate (A61)
0.3 mi
36.
Enter Moore Street and take the 2nd exit onto Hanover Way (A61)
176 ft
37.
Exit the roundabout onto Hanover Way (A61)
0.3 mi
38.
Continue onto Upper Hanover Street (A61)
0.3 mi
39.
Enter University Square and take the 4th exit onto Brook Hill (B6539)
390 ft
40.
Exit the roundabout onto Brook Hill (B6539)
483 ft
41.
Continue onto Broad Lane (B6539)
0.3 mi
42.
Turn right onto Townhead Street
628 ft
43.
Turn right onto Pinfold Street
285 ft
44.
Turn left onto Holly Street
357 ft
45.
Continue slightly left onto Balm Green
423 ft
46.
Continue onto Barker's Pool
344 ft
47.
You have arrived at your destination, on the right
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How much is the expense of driving from Blaby to Sheffield?

The expense of driving from Blaby to Sheffield, using petrol as the fuel source, amounts to £11.8. This calculation derives from considering the petrol price as 143 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 £5.9 (£11.8 divided by 2). With three passengers, the expense drops to approximately £3.93 per passenger (£11.8 divided by 3), and with four passengers, it's reduced further to £2.95 per passenger (£11.8 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 Blaby to Sheffield, approximately 8.2 liters of fuel would be required. This amount is determined by dividing the distance of 67.85 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 £11.8 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.
 

 

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 Blaby to Sheffield.

The trip with diesel fuel costs 7.4 £ (151p/lt, 62.7 mpg).
For 2 passengers: 3.7 £ (7.4/2) /p.
For 3 passengers: 2.47 £ (7.4/3) /p.
For 4 passengers: 1.85 £ (7.4/4) /p.

Alternative routes from Blaby to Sheffield

The second route from Blaby to the Sheffield is 73.96 miles and takes 1 hour and 32 minutes.

The third route from Blaby to the Sheffield is 78.27 miles and takes 1 hour and 42 minutes.

Which is the cheapest route from Blaby to Sheffield by car?

The cheapest route from Blaby to Sheffield is the first suggested route (68mi, 1h 18min) and costs 11.8 £ (petrol fuel cost, 143p/lt, 37.5mpg).

The second cheapest route from Blaby to Sheffield is the second suggested route (74mi, 1h 32min) and costs 12.8 £.

The most expensive route from Blaby to Sheffield is the third suggested route (78mi, 1h 42min) and costs 13.6 £.

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 Blaby to Sheffield?

There are three suggested routes. The fastest route is 68mi (distance from Blaby to Sheffield) and its duration is 1h 18min. The other route is 74mi, and its duration is 1h 32min. The slowest route is 78mi, and its duration is 1h 42min.

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

Where is Blaby located?

Blaby is located in Leicestershire county and in England. It is situated at an altitude of 72 meters above sea level. Blaby has coordinates 52.5707761o,-1.1656497o. RouteCalculator provides a map of Blaby from which you can plan your trips to other UK cities.

What is the location of Sheffield?

Sheffield is located in South Yorkshire county and in England. It is situated at an altitude of 82 meters above sea level. Sheffield has coordinates 53.3811290o,-1.4700850o. RouteCalculator provides a map of Sheffield from which you can plan your trips to other UK cities.