Route from Bolton to Forest of Dean

The distance between Bolton and Forest of Dean is 162 miles. Travel time is 2 hours and 51 minutes.

From: Bolton, County: Greater Manchester, England
To: Forest of Dean, County: Gloucestershire, England
162 mi , 2 h 51 min
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Route from Bolton to Forest of Dean on map



Driving directions from Bolton to Forest of Dean

162 mi 2 h 51 min
1.
Head northwest on Back Mawdsley Street
76 ft
2.
Make a U-turn onto Mawdsley Street
296 ft
3.
Turn right onto Great Moor Street (B6204)
315 ft
4.
Turn left onto Newport Street (B6204)
887 ft
5.
Turn left to stay on Trinity Street (A579)
669 ft
6.
Continue onto Bridgeman Place (A579)
788 ft
7.
Continue onto Bradford Street (A579)
366 ft
8.
Turn right onto A666
1214 ft
9.
Merge right onto St. Peter's Way (A666)
2.3 mi
10.
Continue towards M60
2.2 mi
11.
Keep right towards M60: Manchester Airport
0.5 mi
12.
Keep left onto M60
2.4 mi
13.
Take the ramp on the left towards M62
644 ft
14.
Keep right towards M62
8.5 mi
15.
Take the ramp on the left
0.4 mi
16.
Keep left at the fork
1.2 mi
17.
Merge right onto M6
60 mi
18.
Keep left onto M6
9.4 mi
19.
Keep left onto M5
40 mi
20.
Take the ramp on the left
0.5 mi
21.
Enter Strensham Interchange and take the 2nd exit onto M50
1074 ft
22.
Exit the roundabout onto M50
17.9 mi
23.
Take the ramp on the left towards M50
210 ft
24.
Turn left onto B4221
476 ft
25.
Make a sharp left onto B4221
2 mi
26.
Turn left onto B4224
3.2 mi
27.
Turn left onto A40
0.3 mi
28.
Turn right onto B4224
1.8 mi
29.
Turn right onto Bradley Court Road (B4224)
804 ft
30.
Continue onto Townsend (B4224)
471 ft
31.
Continue onto High Street (B4224)
666 ft
32.
Continue onto Stars Pitch (B4224)
971 ft
33.
Continue right onto New Road (A4136)
4.5 mi
34.
Turn left onto B4234
2 mi
35.
Turn right onto Speech House Road (B4226)
25 ft
36.
Turn left onto New Road (B4234)
1.4 mi
37.
You have arrived at your destination
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How much does it cost to drive from Bolton to Forest of Dean with petrol?

Let's delve into the expenses of a road trip from Bolton to Forest of Dean. The journey using petrol will set you back 28.3 pounds. Now, let's walk through how we arrived at this figure.

Firstly, we consider the price of petrol, which is 144 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 14.15 pounds (£28.3 divided by 2). With three passengers, the cost per person drops to around 9.43 pounds (£28.3 divided by 3). And if there are four passengers onboard, each person chips in 7.08 pounds (£28.3 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 Bolton and Forest of Dean is approximately 162.12 miles. So, to cover this distance, the car will require roughly 19.7 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 (19.7 liters) by the price per liter (144 pence) yields 28.3 pounds. Therefore, the fuel cost for the journey from Bolton to Forest of Dean is 28.3 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 Bolton to Forest of Dean.

The trip with diesel fuel costs 19.6 £ (167p/lt, 62.7 mpg).
For 2 passengers: 9.8 £ (19.6/2) /p.
For 3 passengers: 6.53 £ (19.6/3) /p.
For 4 passengers: 4.9 £ (19.6/4) /p.

Alternative routes from Bolton to Forest of Dean

The second route from Bolton to the Forest of Dean is 154.24 miles and takes 3 hours and 16 minutes.

The third route from Bolton to the Forest of Dean is 149.22 miles and takes 3 hours and 28 minutes.

Which is the cheapest route from Bolton to Forest of Dean by car?

The cheapest route from Bolton to Forest of Dean is the third suggested route (149mi, 3h 28min) and costs 26 £ (petrol fuel cost, 144p/lt, 37.5mpg).

The second cheapest route from Bolton to Forest of Dean is the second suggested route (154mi, 3h 16min) and costs 26.9 £.

The most expensive route from Bolton to Forest of Dean is the first suggested route (162mi, 2h 51min) and costs 28.3 £.

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 Bolton to Forest of Dean?

There are three suggested routes. The fastest route is 162mi (distance from Bolton to Forest of Dean) and its duration is 2h 51min. The other route is 154mi, and its duration is 3h 16min. The slowest route is 149mi, and its duration is 3h 28min.

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

Where is Bolton located?

Bolton is located in Greater Manchester county and in England. It is situated at an altitude of 100 meters above sea level. Bolton has coordinates 53.5768647o,-2.4282192o. RouteCalculator provides a map of Bolton from which you can plan your trips to other UK cities.

What is the location of Forest of Dean?

Forest of Dean is located in Gloucestershire county and in England. It is situated at an altitude of 165 meters above sea level. Forest of Dean has coordinates 51.7818576o,-2.5765283o. RouteCalculator provides a map of Forest of Dean from which you can plan your trips to other UK cities.