Route from Bridgend to North Dorset
The distance between Bridgend and North Dorset is 108 miles. Travel time is 2 hours and 15 minutes.

Driving directions from Bridgend to North Dorset
How much is the expense of driving from Bridgend to North Dorset?
The expense of driving from Bridgend to North Dorset, using petrol as the fuel source, amounts to £18.7. This calculation derives from considering the petrol price as 143 pence per liter and the car's fuel efficiency at 37.5 miles per gallon. When carpooling with two passengers, the cost of the trip per passenger is halved to £9.35 (£18.7 divided by 2). With three passengers, the expense drops to approximately £6.23 per passenger (£18.7 divided by 3), and with four passengers, it's reduced further to £4.68 per passenger (£18.7 divided by 4).
To delve into the details of the calculations, the fuel cost computation is reliant on the distance traveled and the car's fuel consumption rate. For the journey from Bridgend to North Dorset, approximately 13.1 liters of fuel would be required. This amount is determined by dividing the distance of 107.89 miles by the car's fuel consumption rate of 37.5 miles per gallon, and then converting from gallons to liters using the conversion factor of 4.54609 liters per gallon.
Multiplying the fuel needed by the petrol price per liter results in the total fuel cost of £18.7 for the trip. This breakdown illustrates the impact of various factors, such as fuel price and consumption rate, on the overall cost of the journey, providing insights for individuals planning similar trips and requiring budget estimates.
Driving habits can have a significant impact on car fuel consumption. Some explanations are below:
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Acceleration and Deceleration: Aggressive driving habits such as rapid acceleration and frequent hard braking can lead to increased fuel consumption. Smooth, gradual acceleration and deceleration are more fuel-efficient.
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Speeding: Driving at high speeds consumes more fuel due to increased aerodynamic drag. Maintaining a moderate and consistent speed can help conserve fuel.
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Idling: Leaving the engine running while parked or waiting unnecessarily burns fuel. Turning off the engine when stationary for extended periods can help reduce fuel consumption.
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Air Conditioning Usage: Running the air conditioning system at maximum settings can increase fuel consumption. Using the AC sparingly and opting for natural ventilation when possible can save fuel.
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Overloading: Carrying excessive weight in the vehicle, such as heavy cargo or unnecessary items, can increase fuel consumption by putting additional strain on the engine. Removing unnecessary weight can improve fuel efficiency.
Diesel cost from Bridgend to North Dorset.
The trip with diesel fuel costs 11.8 £ (151p/lt, 62.7 mpg).
For 2 passengers: 5.9 £ (11.8/2) /p.
For 3 passengers: 3.93 £ (11.8/3) /p.
For 4 passengers: 2.95 £ (11.8/4) /p.
Alternative routes from Bridgend to North Dorset
The second route from Bridgend to the North Dorset is 110.85 miles and takes 2 hours and 29 minutes.
The third route from Bridgend to the North Dorset is 160.25 miles and takes 3 hours and 44 minutes.
Which is the cheapest route from Bridgend to North Dorset by car?
The cheapest route from Bridgend to North Dorset is the first suggested route (108mi, 2h 15min) and costs 18.7 £ (petrol fuel cost, 143p/lt, 37.5mpg).
The second cheapest route from Bridgend to North Dorset is the second suggested route (111mi, 2h 29min) and costs 19.2 £.
The most expensive route from Bridgend to North Dorset is the third suggested route (160mi, 3h 44min) and costs 27.8 £.
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 North Dorset?
There are three suggested routes. The fastest route is 108mi (distance from Bridgend to North Dorset) and its duration is 2h 15min. The other route is 111mi, and its duration is 2h 29min. The slowest route is 160mi, and its duration is 3h 44min.
RouteCalculator provides you with the information to prepare your trip from Bridgend to North Dorset by car or motorbike. It offers you alternative road routes that you can follow to go from Bridgend to North Dorset. It provides driving directions from Bridgend to North Dorset, i.e. where to turn and when, distance of the Bridgend - North Dorset 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 North Dorset 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 North Dorset?
North Dorset is located in Dorset county and in England. It is situated at an altitude of 82 meters above sea level. North Dorset has coordinates 50.9497310o,-2.2112763o. RouteCalculator provides a map of North Dorset from which you can plan your trips to other UK cities.
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