Chelmsford Caerphilly by car, distance and driving time

The distance between Chelmsford and Caerphilly by car is 204 miles. The driving time is 3 hours and 29 minutes.

How far is Caerphilly from Chelmsford? The driving distance is 204 miles, depending on the selected route and traffic conditions.

From: Chelmsford, County: Essex, England
To: Caerphilly, County: Cardiff, Wales
204 mi , 3 h 29 min
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Route from Chelmsford to Caerphilly on map



Driving directions from Chelmsford to Caerphilly

204 mi 3 h 29 min
1.
Head northeast
218 ft
2.
Turn right onto Duke Street (A1099)
116 ft
3.
Turn right onto Victoria Road South (A1099)
962 ft
4.
Enter Market Roundabout and take the 1st exit onto Parkway (A1060)
25 ft
5.
Exit the roundabout onto Parkway (A1060)
799 ft
6.
Make a slight right to stay on Parkway (A1060)
161 ft
7.
Turn right onto New London Road (B1007)
0.7 mi
8.
Continue onto Moulsham Street (B1007)
547 ft
9.
Enter Miami Roundabout and take the 3rd exit onto London Road (A1114)
334 ft
10.
Exit the roundabout onto London Road (A1114)
0.3 mi
11.
Enter Britvic Roundabout and take the 1st exit onto London Road (A1114)
164 ft
12.
Exit the roundabout onto London Road (A1114)
442 ft
13.
Enter Widford Roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Three Mile Hill (A414)
131 ft
14.
Exit the roundabout onto Three Mile Hill (A414)
2 mi
15.
Enter Three Mile Hill Roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Webbs Farm Interchange (A414)
67 ft
16.
Exit the roundabout onto Webbs Farm Interchange (A414)
517 ft
17.
Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto A12
153 ft
18.
Exit the roundabout onto A12
0.3 mi
19.
Merge right onto Margaretting Bypass (A12)
1.2 mi
20.
Continue onto Ingatestone Bypass (A12)
3.6 mi
21.
Continue onto Brentwood Bypass (A12)
4.2 mi
22.
Take the ramp on the left onto A12
1197 ft
23.
Enter Brook Street Roundabout and take the 4th exit
1193 ft
24.
Exit the roundabout
172 ft
25.
Continue onto M25
14.8 mi
26.
Continue onto M25
35.9 mi
27.
Take exit 15 on the left towards M4: London (West)
980 ft
28.
Keep right towards M4: The West
0.8 mi
29.
Merge right onto M4
100 mi
30.
Keep right onto M4
32.2 mi
31.
Take the ramp on the left towards Cardiff North
0.4 mi
32.
Go straight onto Northern Avenue (A470)
2.8 mi
33.
Take the ramp on the left
701 ft
34.
Enter Nantgarw Interchange and take the 3rd exit onto Caerphilly Road (A468)
508 ft
35.
Exit the roundabout onto Caerphilly Road (A468)
1.1 mi
36.
Keep left onto Caerphilly Road (A468)
150 ft
37.
Enter Penrhos Roundabout and take the 3rd exit onto Nantgarw Road
443 ft
38.
Exit the roundabout onto Nantgarw Road
1075 ft
39.
Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Nantgarw Road (B4600)
112 ft
40.
Exit the roundabout onto Nantgarw Road (B4600)
1.2 mi
41.
Turn left onto Pontygwindy Road (B4623)
286 ft
42.
You have arrived at your destination
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How much does a trip from London to Brighton set you back in petrol costs?

The answer: £35.6. In this calculation, we're considering a petrol price of 144 pence per liter and a car's fuel efficiency rated at 37.5 miles per gallon. Carpooling with two passengers reduces the cost per person to £17.8 (£35.6 divided by 2). With three passengers, the expense drops to approximately £11.87 per passenger (£35.6 divided by 3), and with a full car of four, it's just £8.9 per passenger (£35.6 divided by 4).

Now, let's dissect the numbers behind this. The fuel cost is determined by the distance traveled and the car's fuel consumption rate. For this journey, you'll need approximately 24.7 liters of fuel. Crunching the figures, that's where the total of £35.6 comes from for the journey from Chelmsford to Caerphilly.
 

 

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 Chelmsford to Caerphilly.

The trip with diesel fuel costs 24.7 £ (167p/lt, 62.7 mpg).
For 2 passengers: 12.35 £ (24.7/2) /p.
For 3 passengers: 8.23 £ (24.7/3) /p.
For 4 passengers: 6.18 £ (24.7/4) /p.

Alternative routes from Chelmsford to Caerphilly

The slowest route from Chelmsford to the Caerphilly is 199.56 miles and takes 4 hours and 16 minutes.

Which is the cheapest route from Chelmsford to Caerphilly by car?

The cheapest route from Chelmsford to Caerphilly is the second suggested route (200mi, 4h 16min) and costs 34.8 £ (petrol fuel cost, 144p/lt, 37.5mpg).

The most expensive route from Chelmsford to Caerphilly is the first suggested route (204mi, 3h 29min) and costs 35.6 £.

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 Chelmsford to Caerphilly?

There are two suggested routes. The fastest route is 204mi (distance from Chelmsford to Caerphilly) and its duration is 3h 29min. The slowest route is 200mi, and its duration is 4h 16min.

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In case you share the journey (carpooling) from Chelmsford to Caerphilly with other people or friends, RouteCalculator provides the cost of the journey and the amount that each passenger will have to pay.

Where is Chelmsford located?

Chelmsford is located in Essex county and in England. It is situated at an altitude of 33 meters above sea level. Chelmsford has coordinates 51.7355868o,0.4685497o. RouteCalculator provides a map of Chelmsford from which you can plan your trips to other UK cities.

What is the location of Caerphilly?

Caerphilly is located in Cardiff county and in Wales. It is situated at an altitude of 79 meters above sea level. Caerphilly has coordinates 51.5788290o,-3.2181340o. RouteCalculator provides a map of Caerphilly from which you can plan your trips to other UK cities.