Route from Blackwood to Cheltenham

The distance between Blackwood and Cheltenham is 72 miles. Travel time is 1 hour and 19 minutes.

From: Blackwood, County: Newport, Wales
To: Cheltenham, County: Gloucestershire, England
72 mi , 1 h 19 min
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Route from Blackwood to Cheltenham on map



Driving directions from Blackwood to Cheltenham

72 mi 1 h 19 min
1.
Head north on High Street (B4251)
0.3 mi
2.
Turn left onto High Street (B4251)
613 ft
3.
Enter the roundabout and take the 3rd exit onto A4048
337 ft
4.
Exit the roundabout onto A4048
940 ft
5.
Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto A4048
332 ft
6.
Exit the roundabout onto A4048
0.6 mi
7.
Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto A4048
166 ft
8.
Exit the roundabout onto A4048
0.3 mi
9.
Enter the roundabout and take the 1st exit onto A4048
171 ft
10.
Exit the roundabout onto A4048
0.6 mi
11.
Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto A4048
169 ft
12.
Exit the roundabout onto A4048
205 ft
13.
Enter the roundabout and take the 1st exit onto A472
26 ft
14.
Exit the roundabout onto A472
1.5 mi
15.
Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Pant Road (A467)
135 ft
16.
Exit the roundabout onto Pant Road (A467)
1.1 mi
17.
Keep right onto A472
4.7 mi
18.
Keep left onto A472
0.8 mi
19.
Enter the roundabout and take the 3rd exit onto A4042
536 ft
20.
Exit the roundabout onto A4042
0.9 mi
21.
Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto A4042
483 ft
22.
Exit the roundabout onto A4042
1 mi
23.
Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Croesyceiliog Bypass (A4042)
250 ft
24.
Exit the roundabout onto Croesyceiliog Bypass (A4042)
1.3 mi
25.
Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Turnpike Road (A4042)
175 ft
26.
Exit the roundabout onto Turnpike Road (A4042)
0.8 mi
27.
Enter Llantarnam Bypass and take the 1st exit onto Llantarnam Bypass (A4042)
199 ft
28.
Exit the roundabout onto Llantarnam Bypass (A4042)
1.1 mi
29.
Take the ramp on the left onto A4042
1.4 mi
30.
Enter Grove Park Roundabout and take the 1st exit onto A4042
49 ft
31.
Exit the roundabout onto A4042
1248 ft
32.
Take the ramp onto M4
8.2 mi
33.
Keep right onto M4
11.9 mi
34.
Take exit 20 on the left towards M5: The Midlands
0.3 mi
35.
Keep left towards M5 North: The Midlands
29.9 mi
36.
Take the ramp on the left towards A40: Gloucester
1294 ft
37.
Enter Golden Valley Junction and take the 3rd exit towards Cheltenham
0.3 mi
38.
Exit the roundabout towards Cheltenham
0.3 mi
39.
Merge right onto A40
0.6 mi
40.
Enter Arle Court Roundabout and take the 3rd exit onto Gloucester Road (A40)
355 ft
41.
Exit the roundabout onto Gloucester Road (A40)
0.5 mi
42.
Enter Benhall Roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Gloucester Road (A40)
245 ft
43.
Exit the roundabout onto Gloucester Road (A40)
0.6 mi
44.
Merge right onto Lansdown Road (A40)
0.6 mi
45.
Keep left onto Lansdown Road (A40)
0.3 mi
46.
Enter the roundabout and take the 1st exit onto Montpellier Walk (A4015)
18 ft
47.
Exit the roundabout onto Montpellier Walk (A4015)
945 ft
48.
Continue onto Promenade (A4015)
859 ft
49.
Turn right onto Royal Well Road
128 ft
50.
Keep right onto Royal Well Road
284 ft
51.
You have arrived at your destination
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How much does it cost to drive from Blackwood to Cheltenham?

If you're using petrol, it's gonna set you back 12.5 quid. In this calculation, they're saying the petrol price is 144 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 6.25 quid each (£12.5 divided by 2). With three buddies on board, it works out to around 4.17 quid per person (£12.5 divided by 3). And if you've got a full car with four people, it's only 3.13 quid per person (£12.5 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 8.7 liters of fuel. They figured that out by dividing the distance of 71.81 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 8.7 liters, and you multiply it by the price per liter, which is 144 pence. And voilà, you got yourself the total fuel cost for the trip from Blackwood to Cheltenham: 12.5 quid.

 

 

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 Blackwood to Cheltenham.

The trip with diesel fuel costs 8.7 £ (167p/lt, 62.7 mpg).
For 2 passengers: 4.35 £ (8.7/2) /p.
For 3 passengers: 2.9 £ (8.7/3) /p.
For 4 passengers: 2.18 £ (8.7/4) /p.

Alternative routes from Blackwood to Cheltenham

The slowest route from Blackwood to the Cheltenham is 65.9 miles and takes 1 hour and 27 minutes.

Which is the cheapest route from Blackwood to Cheltenham by car?

The cheapest route from Blackwood to Cheltenham is the second suggested route (66mi, 1h 27min) and costs 11.5 £ (petrol fuel cost, 144p/lt, 37.5mpg).

The most expensive route from Blackwood to Cheltenham is the first suggested route (72mi, 1h 19min) and costs 12.5 £.

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 Blackwood to Cheltenham?

There are two suggested routes. The fastest route is 72mi (distance from Blackwood to Cheltenham) and its duration is 1h 19min. The slowest route is 66mi, and its duration is 1h 27min.

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

Where is Blackwood located?

Blackwood is located in Newport county and in Wales. It is situated at an altitude of 172 meters above sea level. Blackwood has coordinates 51.6689350o,-3.1957870o. RouteCalculator provides a map of Blackwood from which you can plan your trips to other UK cities.

What is the location of Cheltenham?

Cheltenham is located in Gloucestershire county and in England. It is situated at an altitude of 61 meters above sea level. Cheltenham has coordinates 51.8993855o,-2.0782533o. RouteCalculator provides a map of Cheltenham from which you can plan your trips to other UK cities.