Chelmsford Hastings by car, distance and driving time

The distance between Chelmsford and Hastings by car is 79 miles. The driving time is 1 hour and 32 minutes.

How far is Hastings from Chelmsford? The driving distance is 79 miles, depending on the selected route and traffic conditions.

From: Chelmsford, County: Essex, England
To: Hastings, County: East Sussex, England
79 mi , 1 h 32 min
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Route from Chelmsford to Hastings on map



Driving directions from Chelmsford to Hastings

79 mi 1 h 32 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 2nd exit onto M25
235 ft
24.
Exit the roundabout onto M25
7.9 mi
25.
Continue towards M25: (M20
5.3 mi
26.
Continue towards M25: Dover (M20)
10.4 mi
27.
Keep right towards A21: Sevenoaks
1.4 mi
28.
Continue onto Sevenoaks Bypass (A21)
4 mi
29.
Continue onto Tonbridge Bypass (A21)
6.6 mi
30.
Continue onto Pembury Road (A21)
1.5 mi
31.
Continue onto Pembury Bypass (A21)
2.5 mi
32.
Continue onto Hastings Road (A21)
0.6 mi
33.
Enter Kipping's Cross Roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto A21
113 ft
34.
Exit the roundabout onto A21
798 ft
35.
Enter the roundabout and take the 1st exit onto A21
91 ft
36.
Exit the roundabout onto A21
3 mi
37.
Enter Forstal Farm Roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Lamberhurst Bypass (A21)
209 ft
38.
Exit the roundabout onto Lamberhurst Bypass (A21)
1.4 mi
39.
Enter Scotney Castle Roundabout and take the 1st exit onto A21
109 ft
40.
Exit the roundabout onto A21
6.1 mi
41.
Turn left onto Merriments Lane (A229)
0.4 mi
42.
Turn right to stay on Merriments Lane
1.4 mi
43.
Turn right onto Junction Road (B2244)
5.2 mi
44.
Continue onto Hawkhurst Road (B2244)
0.5 mi
45.
Continue onto Sandrock Hill (B2244)
0.3 mi
46.
Continue onto The Street (B2244)
1 mi
47.
Turn left onto Chapel Hill
1183 ft
48.
Make a slight right onto Crazy Lane
0.3 mi
49.
Continue left onto Whydown Hill (A21)
0.3 mi
50.
Continue onto Kent Street (A21)
1.4 mi
51.
Continue onto Ebden's Hill (A21)
0.8 mi
52.
Continue onto Sedlescombe Road North (A21)
1.7 mi
53.
Take the ramp on the left
259 ft
54.
Merge right onto London Road (A21)
1017 ft
55.
Keep left onto Bohemia Road (A21)
0.8 mi
56.
Turn right onto Falaise Road
933 ft
57.
Turn left
817 ft
58.
You have arrived at your destination
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What's the expense of traveling from Chelmsford to Hastings by car?

Embarking on the journey from Chelmsford to Hastings, one might ponder the cost of such a venture. Indeed, the expenditure amounts to 13.9 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 6.95 pounds for each of two passengers, 4.63 pounds for three passengers, and merely 3.48 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 79.5 miles, the car craves around 9.6 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 (9.6 liters) by the price per liter (144 pence), we seamlessly arrive at the grand total of 13.9 pounds. Thus, the journey from Chelmsford to Hastings is marked by a fuel cost of 13.9 pounds.
 

 

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 Hastings.

The trip with diesel fuel costs 9.6 £ (167p/lt, 62.7 mpg).
For 2 passengers: 4.8 £ (9.6/2) /p.
For 3 passengers: 3.2 £ (9.6/3) /p.
For 4 passengers: 2.4 £ (9.6/4) /p.

Alternative routes from Chelmsford to Hastings

The second route from Chelmsford to the Hastings is 80.78 miles and takes 1 hour and 44 minutes.

The third route from Chelmsford to the Hastings is 84.94 miles and takes 1 hour and 48 minutes.

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

The cheapest route from Chelmsford to Hastings is the first suggested route (79mi, 1h 32min) and costs 13.9 £ (petrol fuel cost, 144p/lt, 37.5mpg).

The second cheapest route from Chelmsford to Hastings is the second suggested route (81mi, 1h 44min) and costs 14.1 £.

The most expensive route from Chelmsford to Hastings is the third suggested route (85mi, 1h 48min) and costs 14.8 £.

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 Chelmsford to Hastings?

There are three suggested routes. The fastest route is 79mi (distance from Chelmsford to Hastings) and its duration is 1h 32min. The other route is 81mi, and its duration is 1h 44min. The slowest route is 85mi, and its duration is 1h 48min.

RouteCalculator provides you with the information to prepare your trip from Chelmsford to Hastings by car or motorbike. It offers you alternative road routes that you can follow to go from Chelmsford to Hastings. It provides driving directions from Chelmsford to Hastings, i.e. where to turn and when, distance of the Chelmsford - Hastings route, travel time, display of the route on the map, fuel cost (petrol, diesel) and toll (if exist) cost.

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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 Hastings?

Hastings is located in East Sussex county and in England. It is situated at an altitude of 23 meters above sea level. Hastings has coordinates 50.8542590o,0.5734530o. RouteCalculator provides a map of Hastings from which you can plan your trips to other UK cities.