Route from Blackpool to Preston

The distance between Blackpool and Preston is 17.4 miles. Travel time is 26 minutes.

From: Blackpool, County: Lancashire, England
To: Preston, County: Lancashire, England
17.4 mi , 26 min
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Route from Blackpool to Preston on map



Driving directions from Blackpool to Preston

17.4 mi 26 min
1.
Head south
65 ft
2.
Turn left
91 ft
3.
Turn right onto Maple Avenue
113 ft
4.
Turn left onto Forest Gate
601 ft
5.
Turn right onto Beech Avenue
606 ft
6.
Enter the roundabout and take the 3rd exit onto West Park Drive
151 ft
7.
Exit the roundabout onto West Park Drive
0.6 mi
8.
Turn right onto South Park Drive (A587)
0.3 mi
9.
Turn left onto Preston New Road (A583)
0.5 mi
10.
Take the ramp
185 ft
11.
Turn right onto Cherry Tree Road North
692 ft
12.
Turn left onto Clifton Road
0.5 mi
13.
Turn right onto Ashworth Road
1008 ft
14.
Enter the roundabout and take the 1st exit onto A5230
24 ft
15.
Exit the roundabout onto A5230
0.4 mi
16.
Go straight onto M55
11.2 mi
17.
Take the ramp on the left onto M55
0.3 mi
18.
Enter Broughton Roundabout and take the 3rd exit onto Garstang Road (A6)
469 ft
19.
Exit the roundabout onto Garstang Road (A6)
2.3 mi
20.
Turn right onto Moor Lane (A5071)
0.3 mi
21.
Turn left onto Warwick Street
245 ft
22.
Turn right onto North Street
305 ft
23.
Turn left
51 ft
24.
Turn right
397 ft
25.
Turn left
87 ft
26.
You have arrived at your destination, on the right
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How much does it cost to drive from Blackpool to Preston with petrol?

Let's delve into the expenses of a road trip from Blackpool to Preston. The journey using petrol will set you back 3 pounds. Now, let's walk through how we arrived at this figure.

Firstly, we consider the price of petrol, which is 143 pence per liter. Next, we take into account the car's fuel consumption rate, which stands at 37.5 miles per gallon.

Now, suppose you're carpooling. If there are two passengers sharing the ride, each person will contribute 1.5 pounds (£3 divided by 2). With three passengers, the cost per person drops to around 1 pounds (£3 divided by 3). And if there are four passengers onboard, each person chips in 0.75 pounds (£3 divided by 4).

Let's delve deeper into the calculations. To determine how much fuel is needed for the trip, we rely on the distance and the car's fuel efficiency. The distance between Blackpool and Preston is approximately 17.38 miles. So, to cover this distance, the car will require roughly 2.1 liters of petrol. We obtained this value by dividing the distance by the car's fuel consumption rate of 37.5 miles per gallon and then converting it to liters.

Once we have the amount of fuel needed, we calculate the total cost. Multiplying the fuel quantity (2.1 liters) by the price per liter (143 pence) yields 3 pounds. Therefore, the fuel cost for the journey from Blackpool to Preston is 3 pounds.
 

 

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 Blackpool to Preston.

The trip with diesel fuel costs 1.9 £ (151p/lt, 62.7 mpg).
For 2 passengers: 0.95 £ (1.9/2) /p.
For 3 passengers: 0.63 £ (1.9/3) /p.
For 4 passengers: 0.48 £ (1.9/4) /p.

Alternative routes from Blackpool to Preston

The second route from Blackpool to the Preston is 16.17 miles and takes 28 minutes.

Which is the cheapest route from Blackpool to Preston by car?

The cheapest route from Blackpool to Preston is the second suggested route (16.2mi, 28min) and costs 2.8 £ (petrol fuel cost, 143p/lt, 37.5mpg).

The most expensive route from Blackpool to Preston is the first suggested route (17.4mi, 26min) and costs 3 £.

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 Blackpool to Preston?

There are two suggested routes. The fastest route is 17.4mi (distance from Blackpool to Preston) and its duration is 26min. The slowest route is 16.2mi, and its duration is 28min.

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

Where is Blackpool located?

Blackpool is located in Lancashire county and in England. It is situated at an altitude of 16 meters above sea level. Blackpool has coordinates 53.8175053o,-3.0356748o. RouteCalculator provides a map of Blackpool from which you can plan your trips to other UK cities.

What is the location of Preston?

Preston is located in Lancashire county and in England. It is situated at an altitude of 35 meters above sea level. Preston has coordinates 53.7632010o,-2.7030900o. RouteCalculator provides a map of Preston from which you can plan your trips to other UK cities.