Route from Blackwood to Colwyn Bay

The distance between Blackwood and Colwyn Bay is 173 miles. Travel time is 3 hours and 25 minutes.

From: Blackwood, County: Newport, Wales
To: Colwyn Bay, County: Colwyn Bay, Wales
173 mi , 3 h 25 min
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Route from Blackwood to Colwyn Bay on map



Driving directions from Blackwood to Colwyn Bay

173 mi 3 h 25 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 2nd exit onto A4042
184 ft
20.
Exit the roundabout onto A4042
0.9 mi
21.
Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Usk Road (A4042)
318 ft
22.
Exit the roundabout onto Usk Road (A4042)
0.9 mi
23.
Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Usk Road (A4042)
221 ft
24.
Exit the roundabout onto Usk Road (A4042)
7.2 mi
25.
Enter the roundabout and take the 4th exit onto A40
395 ft
26.
Exit the roundabout onto A40
428 ft
27.
Keep left onto A465
22 mi
28.
Enter the roundabout and take the 3rd exit onto Belmont Road (A465)
208 ft
29.
Exit the roundabout onto Belmont Road (A465)
1.1 mi
30.
Merge right onto Victoria Street (A49)
0.6 mi
31.
Enter Edgar Street Roundabout and take the 1st exit onto Edgar Street (A49)
55 ft
32.
Exit the roundabout onto Edgar Street (A49)
0.5 mi
33.
Enter the roundabout and take the 1st exit onto Newtown Road (A49)
3 ft
34.
Exit the roundabout onto Newtown Road (A49)
1236 ft
35.
Make a slight right onto Holmer Road (A49)
0.6 mi
36.
Enter Holmer Roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto A49
93 ft
37.
Exit the roundabout onto A49
7.6 mi
38.
Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto A49
108 ft
39.
Exit the roundabout onto A49
3 mi
40.
Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto A49
269 ft
41.
Exit the roundabout onto A49
0.8 mi
42.
Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto A49
150 ft
43.
Exit the roundabout onto A49
10.1 mi
44.
Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit towards Shrewsbury
117 ft
45.
Exit the roundabout towards Shrewsbury
0.9 mi
46.
Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit towards Shrewsbury
149 ft
47.
Exit the roundabout towards Shrewsbury
1.4 mi
48.
Continue onto Bromfield Road (A49)
6.5 mi
49.
Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit towards Shrewsbury
70 ft
50.
Exit the roundabout towards Shrewsbury
12.3 mi
51.
Continue onto A49
5.9 mi
52.
Enter Bayston Hill Roundabout and take the 1st exit towards North Wales
125 ft
53.
Exit the roundabout towards North Wales
2 mi
54.
Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto A5
221 ft
55.
Exit the roundabout onto A5
0.9 mi
56.
Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto A5
206 ft
57.
Exit the roundabout onto A5
1 mi
58.
Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto A5
135 ft
59.
Exit the roundabout onto A5
4.2 mi
60.
Enter Felton Butler Roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto A5
205 ft
61.
Exit the roundabout onto A5
2.8 mi
62.
Enter Wolfshead Roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto A5
148 ft
63.
Exit the roundabout onto A5
6.2 mi
64.
Enter Mile End Roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto A5
208 ft
65.
Exit the roundabout onto A5
1.3 mi
66.
Enter Whittington Roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto A5
132 ft
67.
Exit the roundabout onto A5
0.9 mi
68.
Enter Five Crosses and take the 2nd exit onto A5
125 ft
69.
Exit the roundabout onto A5
2.5 mi
70.
Enter Gledrid Roundabout and take the 3rd exit onto A5
267 ft
71.
Exit the roundabout onto A5
2.2 mi
72.
Enter Halton Roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto A483
198 ft
73.
Exit the roundabout onto A483
16.4 mi
74.
Enter Posthouse Roundabout and take the 1st exit towards A55: Conwy
49 ft
75.
Exit the roundabout towards A55: Conwy
0.3 mi
76.
Merge right onto North Wales Expressway (A55)
1.7 mi
77.
Continue onto Gwibffordd Gogledd Cymru / North Wales Expressway (A55)
35.7 mi
78.
Take the ramp on the left towards B5113: Colwyn Bay
1027 ft
79.
Turn left onto Victoria Avenue (B5113)
557 ft
80.
Turn left onto Greenfield Road (B5113)
383 ft
81.
Turn right onto A547
538 ft
82.
Turn left onto Rhiw Road
521 ft
83.
Turn right onto Claughton Road
236 ft
84.
You have arrived at your destination, on the right
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How much does it cost to travel from Blackwood to Colwyn Bay by car?

The journey from Blackwood to Colwyn Bay by car comes with a price tag of £29.9 if you're using petrol. Let's break it down. The petrol price we're talking about here is 143 pence per liter, and the car chugs along at 37.5 miles per gallon. Now, if you're thinking about carpooling with a couple of mates, each of you only has to fork out £14.95 for the trip (£29.9 divided by 2). With three buddies on board, it's about £9.97 each (£29.9 divided by 3), and if you've got a full car of four, it's just £7.48 each (£29.9 divided by 4). So, that's the financial aspect of the journey.

Now, let's dive into the nitty-gritty of how we got these figures. The fuel cost calculation is based on how far you're traveling and how thirsty your car is. For this journey, you'd need about 20.9 liters of fuel. And that's where the £29.9 comes from for the trip from Blackwood to Colwyn Bay.

In summary, the total fuel cost for the journey is £29.9, factoring in the distance, petrol price, and car fuel consumption. Whether you're flying solo or sharing the ride with friends, knowing the breakdown of these costs can help you plan your trip and budget accordingly.
 

 

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 Blackwood to Colwyn Bay.

The trip with diesel fuel costs 18.9 £ (151p/lt, 62.7 mpg).
For 2 passengers: 9.45 £ (18.9/2) /p.
For 3 passengers: 6.3 £ (18.9/3) /p.
For 4 passengers: 4.73 £ (18.9/4) /p.

Alternative routes from Blackwood to Colwyn Bay

The second route from Blackwood to the Colwyn Bay is 166.37 miles and takes 3 hours and 35 minutes.

Which is the cheapest route from Blackwood to Colwyn Bay by car?

The cheapest route from Blackwood to Colwyn Bay is the second suggested route (166mi, 3h 35min) and costs 28.8 £ (petrol fuel cost, 143p/lt, 37.5mpg).

The most expensive route from Blackwood to Colwyn Bay is the first suggested route (173mi, 3h 25min) and costs 29.9 £.

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 Colwyn Bay?

There are two suggested routes. The fastest route is 173mi (distance from Blackwood to Colwyn Bay) and its duration is 3h 25min. The slowest route is 166mi, and its duration is 3h 35min.

RouteCalculator provides you with the information to prepare your trip from Blackwood to Colwyn Bay by car or motorbike. It offers you alternative road routes that you can follow to go from Blackwood to Colwyn Bay. It provides driving directions from Blackwood to Colwyn Bay, i.e. where to turn and when, distance of the Blackwood - Colwyn Bay 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 Colwyn Bay 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 Colwyn Bay?

Colwyn Bay is located in Colwyn Bay county and in Wales. It is situated at an altitude of 35 meters above sea level. Colwyn Bay has coordinates 53.2931820o,-3.7276400o. RouteCalculator provides a map of Colwyn Bay from which you can plan your trips to other UK cities.