Route from Braintree to Maidstone

The distance between Braintree and Maidstone is 60.8 miles. Travel time is 1 hour and 12 minutes.

From: Braintree, County: Essex, England
To: Maidstone, County: Kent, England
60.8 mi , 1 h 12 min
Tolls: 0£ Stations
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Route from Braintree to Maidstone on map



Driving directions from Braintree to Maidstone

60.8 mi 1 h 12 min
1.
Head northeast
145 ft
2.
Continue onto Bocking End
820 ft
3.
Continue onto The Causeway
730 ft
4.
Turn right onto Courtauld Road
0.3 mi
5.
Keep right onto Coggeshall Road (B1256)
126 ft
6.
Turn right onto Railway Street (B1256)
0.3 mi
7.
Turn right onto South Street (B1256)
0.4 mi
8.
Continue onto St Michaels Road (B1256)
920 ft
9.
Continue onto London Road
0.5 mi
10.
Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto London Road
64 ft
11.
Exit the roundabout onto London Road
455 ft
12.
Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto London Road
140 ft
13.
Exit the roundabout onto London Road
316 ft
14.
Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit
170 ft
15.
Exit the roundabout
1212 ft
16.
Keep left at the fork
924 ft
17.
Merge left onto Great Notley Bypass (A131)
1275 ft
18.
Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Great Notley Bypass (A131)
288 ft
19.
Exit the roundabout onto Great Notley Bypass (A131)
0.7 mi
20.
Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Great Notley Bypass (A131)
216 ft
21.
Exit the roundabout onto Great Notley Bypass (A131)
0.5 mi
22.
Enter the roundabout and take the 3rd exit onto Great Leighs Bypass (A131)
397 ft
23.
Exit the roundabout onto Great Leighs Bypass (A131)
1 mi
24.
Enter Moulsham Hall Lane and take the 2nd exit onto Great Leighs Bypass (A131)
302 ft
25.
Exit the roundabout onto Great Leighs Bypass (A131)
1.3 mi
26.
Enter Main Road and take the 2nd exit onto Braintree Road (A131)
316 ft
27.
Exit the roundabout onto Braintree Road (A131)
1.7 mi
28.
Keep left onto Essex Regiment Way (A131)
0.8 mi
29.
Enter Wheelers Hill Roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Essex Regiment Way (A131)
147 ft
30.
Exit the roundabout onto Essex Regiment Way (A131)
0.6 mi
31.
Enter Pratts Farm Roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Essex Regiment Way (A131)
129 ft
32.
Exit the roundabout onto Essex Regiment Way (A131)
0.5 mi
33.
Enter Channels Drive Roundabout and take the 3rd exit onto Essex Regiment Way (A1016)
172 ft
34.
Exit the roundabout onto Essex Regiment Way (A1016)
0.4 mi
35.
Enter the roundabout and take the 3rd exit onto Essex Regiment Way (A1016)
211 ft
36.
Exit the roundabout onto Essex Regiment Way (A1016)
0.4 mi
37.
Enter Nabbotts Farm Roundabout and take the 3rd exit onto Chelmer Valley Road (A1016)
252 ft
38.
Exit the roundabout onto Chelmer Valley Road (A1016)
0.3 mi
39.
Enter Lawn Lane Roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Chelmer Valley Road (A1016)
108 ft
40.
Exit the roundabout onto Chelmer Valley Road (A1016)
0.4 mi
41.
Keep left onto Chelmer Valley Road (A1016)
0.9 mi
42.
Make a slight right onto Parkway (A1016)
0.4 mi
43.
Keep right onto Rainsford Lane (A1016)
0.3 mi
44.
Continue onto Waterhouse Lane (A1016)
0.6 mi
45.
Continue onto Westway (A1016)
0.4 mi
46.
Enter Britvic Roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto London Road (A1114)
318 ft
47.
Exit the roundabout onto London Road (A1114)
442 ft
48.
Enter Widford Roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Three Mile Hill (A414)
131 ft
49.
Exit the roundabout onto Three Mile Hill (A414)
2 mi
50.
Enter Three Mile Hill Roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Webbs Farm Interchange (A414)
67 ft
51.
Exit the roundabout onto Webbs Farm Interchange (A414)
517 ft
52.
Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto A12
153 ft
53.
Exit the roundabout onto A12
0.3 mi
54.
Merge right onto Margaretting Bypass (A12)
1.2 mi
55.
Continue onto Ingatestone Bypass (A12)
3.6 mi
56.
Continue onto Brentwood Bypass (A12)
4.2 mi
57.
Take the ramp on the left onto A12
1197 ft
58.
Enter Brook Street Roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto M25
235 ft
59.
Exit the roundabout onto M25
7.9 mi
60.
Continue towards M25: (M20
5.3 mi
61.
Take the ramp on the left towards A2: (M2) Canterbury
1 mi
62.
Merge right onto Dartford Bypass (A2)
1.8 mi
63.
Continue onto Watling Street (A2)
6.4 mi
64.
Continue onto M2
5.5 mi
65.
Take the ramp on the left onto M2
0.4 mi
66.
Enter Taddington Roundabout and take the 3rd exit onto A229
808 ft
67.
Exit the roundabout onto A229
1211 ft
68.
Enter Lord Lees Roundabout and take the 1st exit
17 ft
69.
Exit the roundabout
1058 ft
70.
Continue onto A229
3.5 mi
71.
Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Royal Engineers' Road (A229)
246 ft
72.
Exit the roundabout onto Royal Engineers' Road (A229)
0.3 mi
73.
Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Waterside (A229)
177 ft
74.
Exit the roundabout onto Waterside (A229)
0.3 mi
75.
Continue onto Fairmeadow (A229)
1005 ft
76.
Keep left onto A229
810 ft
77.
Turn left onto Palace Avenue (A229)
793 ft
78.
Continue right onto Lower Stone Street (A229)
659 ft
79.
Continue onto Upper Stone Street (A229)
989 ft
80.
Turn right onto Campbell Road
897 ft
81.
Turn right onto Hayle Road (A229)
529 ft
82.
Continue onto College Road (A229)
689 ft
83.
You have arrived at your destination
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How much does it cost to drive from Braintree to Maidstone with petrol?

Let's delve into the expenses of a road trip from Braintree to Maidstone. The journey using petrol will set you back 10.6 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 5.3 pounds (£10.6 divided by 2). With three passengers, the cost per person drops to around 3.53 pounds (£10.6 divided by 3). And if there are four passengers onboard, each person chips in 2.65 pounds (£10.6 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 Braintree and Maidstone is approximately 60.83 miles. So, to cover this distance, the car will require roughly 7.4 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 (7.4 liters) by the price per liter (144 pence) yields 10.6 pounds. Therefore, the fuel cost for the journey from Braintree to Maidstone is 10.6 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 Braintree to Maidstone.

The trip with diesel fuel costs 7.4 £ (167p/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 Braintree to Maidstone

The second route from Braintree to the Maidstone is 66.97 miles and takes 1 hour and 16 minutes.

The third route from Braintree to the Maidstone is 67.85 miles and takes 1 hour and 22 minutes.

Which is the cheapest route from Braintree to Maidstone by car?

The cheapest route from Braintree to Maidstone is the first suggested route (60.8mi, 1h 12min) and costs 10.6 £ (petrol fuel cost, 144p/lt, 37.5mpg).

The second cheapest route from Braintree to Maidstone is the second suggested route (67mi, 1h 16min) and costs 11.7 £.

The most expensive route from Braintree to Maidstone is the third suggested route (68mi, 1h 22min) and costs 11.9 £.

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 Braintree to Maidstone?

There are three suggested routes. The fastest route is 60.8mi (distance from Braintree to Maidstone) and its duration is 1h 12min. The other route is 67mi, and its duration is 1h 16min. The slowest route is 68mi, and its duration is 1h 22min.

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

Where is Braintree located?

Braintree is located in Essex county and in England. It is situated at an altitude of 73 meters above sea level. Braintree has coordinates 51.8800870o,0.5509269o. RouteCalculator provides a map of Braintree from which you can plan your trips to other UK cities.

What is the location of Maidstone?

Maidstone is located in Kent county and in England. It is situated at an altitude of 11 meters above sea level. Maidstone has coordinates 51.2703630o,0.5226990o. RouteCalculator provides a map of Maidstone from which you can plan your trips to other UK cities.