Route from Carlisle to Bristol

The distance between Carlisle and Bristol is 276 miles. Travel time is 4 hours and 35 minutes.

From: Carlisle, County: Cumbria, England
To: Bristol, County: Bristol, England
276 mi , 4 h 35 min
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Route from Carlisle to Bristol on map



Driving directions from Carlisle to Bristol

276 mi 4 h 35 min
1.
Head northwest on Lowther Street (A7)
577 ft
2.
Turn right onto Lonsdale Street
652 ft
3.
Continue onto Chiswick Street
748 ft
4.
Turn right onto Hartington Place
138 ft
5.
Turn left onto Warwick Road
1.2 mi
6.
Continue onto Rotary Way (A69)
0.3 mi
7.
Enter the roundabout and take the 3rd exit
827 ft
8.
Exit the roundabout
1065 ft
9.
Merge right onto M6
88 mi
10.
Keep right onto Preston Bypass (M6)
86 mi
11.
Keep left onto M6
9.4 mi
12.
Keep left onto M5
82 mi
13.
Take exit 15 on the left towards M4: London
1257 ft
14.
Keep left towards M4 East: London
2.5 mi
15.
Take the ramp on the left towards M32: Bristol
0.6 mi
16.
Merge right onto M32
4.6 mi
17.
Continue onto Newfoundland Way (A4032)
0.4 mi
18.
Keep left onto Bond Street South (A4044)
996 ft
19.
Take the ramp on the left onto Bond Street South (A4044)
516 ft
20.
Enter Old Market Roundabout and take the 3rd exit onto Old Market Street
350 ft
21.
Exit the roundabout onto Old Market Street
221 ft
22.
Make a slight left onto Tower Hill
496 ft
23.
Turn right onto Passage Street
529 ft
24.
Turn right onto East Tucker Street
100 ft
25.
You have arrived at your destination, straight ahead
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How much is the expense of driving from Carlisle to Bristol?

The expense of driving from Carlisle to Bristol, using petrol as the fuel source, amounts to £48.3. This calculation derives from considering the petrol price as 144 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 £24.15 (£48.3 divided by 2). With three passengers, the expense drops to approximately £16.1 per passenger (£48.3 divided by 3), and with four passengers, it's reduced further to £12.08 per passenger (£48.3 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 Carlisle to Bristol, approximately 33.5 liters of fuel would be required. This amount is determined by dividing the distance of 276.49 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 £48.3 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.
 

 

The following factors affect automotive fuel consumption:

Traffic Congestion: Heavy traffic causes frequent stops and idling. Constant acceleration and deceleration might increase fuel consumption compared to open roadways.

Vehicle Weight: Heavy baggage or superfluous goods can strain the engine and increase fuel consumption. Removing excess weight boosts fuel efficiency.

Roads with steep inclines or drops can affect fuel consumption, especially for smaller engines. Uphill climbing takes more engine power and petrololine, whereas descending downhill may require more braking and fuel to regulate.

Weather: Rain, snow, and strong winds can affect fuel use. Driver speed and behaviour may change under these conditions, affecting fuel efficiency. Extreme temperatures also effect engine performance and fuel consumption.

Diesel cost from Carlisle to Bristol.

The trip with diesel fuel costs 33.5 £ (167p/lt, 62.7 mpg).
For 2 passengers: 16.75 £ (33.5/2) /p.
For 3 passengers: 11.17 £ (33.5/3) /p.
For 4 passengers: 8.38 £ (33.5/4) /p.

Where is Carlisle located?

Carlisle is located in Cumbria county and in England. It is situated at an altitude of 29 meters above sea level. Carlisle has coordinates 54.8924730o,-2.9329310o. RouteCalculator provides a map of Carlisle from which you can plan your trips to other UK cities.

What is the location of Bristol?

Bristol is located in Bristol county and in England. It is situated at an altitude of 9 meters above sea level. Bristol has coordinates 51.4545130o,-2.5879100o. RouteCalculator provides a map of Bristol from which you can plan your trips to other UK cities.