Route from Cambridge to Forest Heath

The distance between Cambridge and Forest Heath is 27.4 miles. Travel time is 35 minutes.

From: Cambridge, County: Cambridgeshire, England
To: Forest Heath, County: Suffolk, England
27.4 mi , 35 min
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Route from Cambridge to Forest Heath on map



Driving directions from Cambridge to Forest Heath

27.4 mi 35 min
1.
Head northwest on Hobson Street
695 ft
2.
Continue right onto King Street
0.3 mi
3.
Turn left onto Short Street
13 ft
4.
Enter Four Lamps Roundabout and take the 3rd exit onto Maids Causeway
274 ft
5.
Exit the roundabout onto Maids Causeway
1050 ft
6.
Continue onto Newmarket Road
1194 ft
7.
Enter Newmarket Road and take the 2nd exit onto Newmarket Road (A1134)
226 ft
8.
Exit the roundabout onto Newmarket Road (A1134)
1.2 mi
9.
Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Newmarket Road (A1303)
92 ft
10.
Exit the roundabout onto Newmarket Road (A1303)
1.2 mi
11.
Turn left to stay on Newmarket Road
62 ft
12.
Enter the roundabout and take the 1st exit onto Newmarket Road (A1303)
115 ft
13.
Exit the roundabout onto Newmarket Road (A1303)
1.1 mi
14.
Enter Quy Interchange and take the 3rd exit towards A14: Bury St Edmunds
734 ft
15.
Exit the roundabout towards A14: Bury St Edmunds
0.3 mi
16.
Merge right onto A14
11.2 mi
17.
Keep left onto A11
6.2 mi
18.
Enter Five Ways Roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto A1065
240 ft
19.
Exit the roundabout onto A1065
2.2 mi
20.
Turn left onto B1112
1.7 mi
21.
Enter the roundabout and take the 1st exit onto B1112
10 ft
22.
Exit the roundabout onto B1112
1 mi
23.
Turn right onto South Road
633 ft
24.
You have arrived at your destination
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What's the expense of traveling from Cambridge to Forest Heath by car?

Embarking on the journey from Cambridge to Forest Heath, one might ponder the cost of such a venture. Indeed, the expenditure amounts to 4.8 pounds when fueled by petrol. In this calculation, we delve into the intricate details, where the price of petrol stands at 144 pence per liter, and the car's thirst for fuel measures 37.5 miles per gallon.

For those opting for carpooling, the financial burden lightens, with a cost of 2.4 pounds for each of two passengers, 1.6 pounds for three passengers, and merely 1.2 pounds for four passengers.

Delving deeper into the mechanics of the calculation, we ascertain the amount of fuel required for the voyage. Covering a distance of approximately 27.4 miles, the car craves around 3.3 liters of petrol. This value is derived from the division of the distance by the car's fuel consumption rate, converted into liters for precision.

With the quantity of fuel determined, we proceed to compute the total expenditure. By multiplying the fuel volume (3.3 liters) by the price per liter (144 pence), we seamlessly arrive at the grand total of 4.8 pounds. Thus, the journey from Cambridge to Forest Heath is marked by a fuel cost of 4.8 pounds.
 

 

Some factors that can impact how much petrol your car consumes, are:

  1. Tire Pressure: Believe it or not, keeping your tires properly inflated can make a big difference. Under-inflated tires create more resistance and require more fuel to keep your car rolling smoothly.

  2. Speed: Zooming along at high speeds might be fun, but it's also a surefire way to guzzle petrol. Slowing down a bit can save you some serious cash at the pump.

  3. Engine Condition: A well-maintained engine runs more efficiently, so make sure you're keeping up with those regular tune-ups and oil changes to keep your petrol usage in check.

  4. Aerodynamics: The shape of your car can affect how much wind resistance it encounters, which in turn affects fuel consumption. Sporty cars with sleek designs might look cool, but they often have higher drag and use more petrol.

  5. Driving Environment: Whether you're cruising on flat highways or tackling hilly terrain, your driving environment can impact fuel consumption. Plus, driving in extreme weather conditions like heavy rain or snow can also affect how much petrol you use.

Diesel cost from Cambridge to Forest Heath.

The trip with diesel fuel costs 3.3 £ (167p/lt, 62.7 mpg).
For 2 passengers: 1.65 £ (3.3/2) /p.
For 3 passengers: 1.1 £ (3.3/3) /p.
For 4 passengers: 0.83 £ (3.3/4) /p.

Where is Cambridge located?

Cambridge is located in Cambridgeshire county and in England. It is situated at an altitude of 17 meters above sea level. Cambridge has coordinates 52.2053370o,0.1218170o. RouteCalculator provides a map of Cambridge from which you can plan your trips to other UK cities.

What is the location of Forest Heath?

Forest Heath is located in Suffolk county and in England. It is situated at an altitude of 11 meters above sea level. Forest Heath has coordinates 52.4027189o,0.5357353o. RouteCalculator provides a map of Forest Heath from which you can plan your trips to other UK cities.