Route from Bridgend to Edinburgh

The distance between Bridgend and Edinburgh is 403 miles. Travel time is 7 hours and 7 minutes.

From: Bridgend, County: Bridgend, Wales
To: Edinburgh, County: City of Edinburgh, Scotland
403 mi , 7 h 7 min
Tolls: 0£ Stations
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Route from Bridgend to Edinburgh on map



Driving directions from Bridgend to Edinburgh

403 mi 7 h 7 min
1.
Head north on Nolton Street
64 ft
2.
Turn right onto Brackla Street
1021 ft
3.
Turn right onto Tremains Road (B4181)
0.3 mi
4.
Continue onto Coychurch Road (B4181)
0.4 mi
5.
Enter Coychurch Road and take the 2nd exit onto Coychurch Road (B4181)
173 ft
6.
Exit the roundabout onto Coychurch Road (B4181)
0.9 mi
7.
Turn right onto B4181
0.3 mi
8.
Keep left onto Coychurch Road (A473)
1.4 mi
9.
Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto A473
220 ft
10.
Exit the roundabout onto A473
0.4 mi
11.
Make a slight right
544 ft
12.
Keep right at the fork
493 ft
13.
Take the ramp on the left
1275 ft
14.
Merge right onto M4
28.1 mi
15.
Take the ramp on the left onto M4
1137 ft
16.
Keep left onto M4
528 ft
17.
Merge right onto A449
12.9 mi
18.
Continue onto A40
6.9 mi
19.
Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto A40
212 ft
20.
Exit the roundabout onto A40
9 mi
21.
Enter Wilton Roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto A40
228 ft
22.
Exit the roundabout onto A40
1.4 mi
23.
Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto A449
190 ft
24.
Exit the roundabout onto A449
0.5 mi
25.
Enter Travellers Rest and take the 3rd exit onto M50
441 ft
26.
Exit the roundabout onto M50
21.4 mi
27.
Enter Strensham Interchange and take the 1st exit
74 ft
28.
Exit the roundabout
0.4 mi
29.
Keep right at the fork
0.3 mi
30.
Merge right onto M5
37.8 mi
31.
Keep right onto M5
1.7 mi
32.
Keep left onto M5
0.3 mi
33.
Merge right onto M6
5.9 mi
34.
Keep right onto M6
72 mi
35.
Keep right onto M6
116 mi
36.
Continue onto A74(M)
30.3 mi
37.
Take the ramp on the left onto A74(M)
0.3 mi
38.
Enter the roundabout and take the 1st exit onto A701
13 ft
39.
Exit the roundabout onto A701
697 ft
40.
Enter the roundabout and take the 1st exit onto A701
78 ft
41.
Exit the roundabout onto A701
27.6 mi
42.
Continue onto A72
3.2 mi
43.
Continue onto A701
9.4 mi
44.
Continue slightly left onto A6094
1.9 mi
45.
Continue straight onto B7026
3 mi
46.
Turn right onto A701
0.4 mi
47.
Enter Gowkley Moss Roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto A701
201 ft
48.
Exit the roundabout onto A701
0.8 mi
49.
Enter the roundabout and take the 1st exit onto A701
23 ft
50.
Exit the roundabout onto A701
1 mi
51.
Enter the roundabout and take the 1st exit onto Straiton Road (A701)
115 ft
52.
Exit the roundabout onto Straiton Road (A701)
0.6 mi
53.
Enter the roundabout and take the 1st exit onto Burdiehouse Road (A701)
146 ft
54.
Exit the roundabout onto Burdiehouse Road (A701)
0.7 mi
55.
Continue onto Howden Hall Road (A701)
0.4 mi
56.
Continue onto Liberton Gardens (A701)
0.5 mi
57.
Continue onto Liberton Brae (A701)
0.6 mi
58.
Continue onto Liberton Road (A701)
0.4 mi
59.
Continue onto Craigmillar Park (A701)
0.4 mi
60.
Continue onto Mayfield Gardens (A701)
1024 ft
61.
Continue onto Minto Street (A701)
0.3 mi
62.
Continue onto Newington Road (A701)
728 ft
63.
Continue onto South Clerk Street (A7)
0.4 mi
64.
Continue onto Nicolson Street (A7)
0.3 mi
65.
Continue onto South Bridge (A7)
0.4 mi
66.
Turn right onto Princes Street
120 ft
67.
Turn left onto Leith Street (A900)
56 ft
68.
Make a sharp left to stay on Princes Street
68 ft
69.
You have arrived at your destination, on the left
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How much is the expense of driving from Bridgend to Edinburgh?

The expense of driving from Bridgend to Edinburgh using petrol amounts to £69.8. This computation is based on a petrol price of 143 pence per liter and a car's fuel efficiency of 37.5 miles per gallon. For those considering carpooling arrangements, the cost per passenger decreases with more occupants. With two passengers, the cost per person is £34.9 (£69.8 divided by 2). With three passengers, it's approximately £23.27 per person (£69.8 divided by 3), and with four passengers, it's £17.45 per person (£69.8 divided by 4).

To delve deeper into the calculations, we can explore the fuel cost calculation. This is determined by the distance traveled and the car's fuel consumption rate. For this journey, approximately 48.8 liters of fuel would be required. Multiplying this by the petrol price per liter results in the total fuel cost of £69.8 for the trip from Bridgend to Edinburgh.
 

 

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 Bridgend to Edinburgh.

The trip with diesel fuel costs 44.1 £ (151p/lt, 62.7 mpg).
For 2 passengers: 22.05 £ (44.1/2) /p.
For 3 passengers: 14.7 £ (44.1/3) /p.
For 4 passengers: 11.03 £ (44.1/4) /p.

Alternative routes from Bridgend to Edinburgh

The slowest route from Bridgend to the Edinburgh is 387.32 miles and takes 7 hours and 30 minutes.

Which is the cheapest route from Bridgend to Edinburgh by car?

The cheapest route from Bridgend to Edinburgh is the second suggested route (387mi, 7h 30min) and costs 67.1 £ (petrol fuel cost, 143p/lt, 37.5mpg).

The most expensive route from Bridgend to Edinburgh is the first suggested route (403mi, 7h 7min) and costs 69.8 £.

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 Bridgend to Edinburgh?

There are two suggested routes. The fastest route is 403mi (distance from Bridgend to Edinburgh) and its duration is 7h 7min. The slowest route is 387mi, and its duration is 7h 30min.

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

Where is Bridgend located?

Bridgend is located in Bridgend county and in Wales. It is situated at an altitude of 27 meters above sea level. Bridgend has coordinates 51.5042860o,-3.5769450o. RouteCalculator provides a map of Bridgend from which you can plan your trips to other UK cities.

What is the location of Edinburgh?

Edinburgh is located in City of Edinburgh county and in Scotland. It is situated at an altitude of 70 meters above sea level. Edinburgh has coordinates 55.9532520o,-3.1882670o. RouteCalculator provides a map of Edinburgh from which you can plan your trips to other UK cities.