Route from Cambridge to North Somerset
The distance between Cambridge and North Somerset is 166 miles. Travel time is 3 hours and 13 minutes.
To: North Somerset, County: Somerset, EnglandDriving directions from Cambridge to North Somerset
How much does it cost to drive from Cambridge to North Somerset with petrol?
Let's delve into the expenses of a road trip from Cambridge to North Somerset. The journey using petrol will set you back 29 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 14.5 pounds (£29 divided by 2). With three passengers, the cost per person drops to around 9.67 pounds (£29 divided by 3). And if there are four passengers onboard, each person chips in 7.25 pounds (£29 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 Cambridge and North Somerset is approximately 165.87 miles. So, to cover this distance, the car will require roughly 20.1 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 (20.1 liters) by the price per liter (144 pence) yields 29 pounds. Therefore, the fuel cost for the journey from Cambridge to North Somerset is 29 pounds.
Several factors can influence the cost of fuel when driving a car:
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Fuel Prices: The cost of fuel itself is a primary determinant of fuel expenses. Fluctuations in global oil prices, local taxes, and market demand can all influence fuel prices.
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Fuel Efficiency: The fuel efficiency of the vehicle plays a crucial role in determining fuel costs. Cars with higher fuel efficiency will consume less fuel per mile or kilometer traveled, resulting in lower fuel expenses.
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Driving Habits: Personal driving habits, such as aggressive acceleration, speeding, and frequent braking, can significantly impact fuel consumption. Adopting smooth driving practices and maintaining a steady speed can help improve fuel efficiency and reduce costs.
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Vehicle Maintenance: Proper maintenance of the vehicle, including regular oil changes, tire rotations, and engine tune-ups, is essential for optimal fuel efficiency. Neglecting maintenance can lead to decreased fuel efficiency and increased fuel costs.
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Route Selection: The route taken during driving can affect fuel expenses. Opting for routes with lower speed limits, less traffic congestion, and fewer stops can help improve fuel efficiency and reduce costs compared to congested city routes.
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Vehicle Weight: Carrying excess weight in the vehicle, such as unnecessary cargo or roof racks, can increase fuel consumption. Removing unnecessary weight can improve fuel efficiency and lower fuel costs.
Diesel cost from Cambridge to North Somerset.
The trip with diesel fuel costs 20.1 £ (167p/lt, 62.7 mpg).
For 2 passengers: 10.05 £ (20.1/2) /p.
For 3 passengers: 6.7 £ (20.1/3) /p.
For 4 passengers: 5.03 £ (20.1/4) /p.
Alternative routes from Cambridge to North Somerset
The second route from Cambridge to the North Somerset is 169.51 miles and takes 3 hours and 14 minutes.
The third route from Cambridge to the North Somerset is 162.17 miles and takes 3 hours and 30 minutes.
Which is the cheapest route from Cambridge to North Somerset by car?
The cheapest route from Cambridge to North Somerset is the third suggested route (162mi, 3h 30min) and costs 28.3 £ (petrol fuel cost, 144p/lt, 37.5mpg).
The second cheapest route from Cambridge to North Somerset is the first suggested route (166mi, 3h 13min) and costs 29 £.
The most expensive route from Cambridge to North Somerset is the second suggested route (170mi, 3h 14min) and costs 29.6 £.
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 Cambridge to North Somerset?
There are three suggested routes. The fastest route is 166mi (distance from Cambridge to North Somerset) and its duration is 3h 13min. The other route is 170mi, and its duration is 3h 14min. The slowest route is 162mi, and its duration is 3h 30min.
RouteCalculator provides you with the information to prepare your trip from Cambridge to North Somerset by car or motorbike. It offers you alternative road routes that you can follow to go from Cambridge to North Somerset. It provides driving directions from Cambridge to North Somerset, i.e. where to turn and when, distance of the Cambridge - North Somerset 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 Cambridge to North Somerset with other people or friends, RouteCalculator provides the cost of the journey and the amount that each passenger will have to pay.
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 North Somerset?
North Somerset is located in Somerset county and in England. It is situated at an altitude of 38 meters above sea level. North Somerset has coordinates 51.3879028o,-2.7781091o. RouteCalculator provides a map of North Somerset from which you can plan your trips to other UK cities.
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