Chelmsford Rutherglen by car, distance and driving time

The distance between Chelmsford and Rutherglen by car is 402 miles. The driving time is 6 hours and 54 minutes.

How far is Rutherglen from Chelmsford? The driving distance is 402 miles, depending on the selected route and traffic conditions.

From: Chelmsford, County: Essex, England
To: Rutherglen, County: South Lanarkshire, Scotland
402 mi , 6 h 54 min
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Route from Chelmsford to Rutherglen on map



Driving directions from Chelmsford to Rutherglen

402 mi 6 h 54 min
1.
Head northeast
218 ft
2.
Turn right onto Duke Street
20 ft
3.
Turn left onto Victoria Road (A1099)
1149 ft
4.
Turn left onto New Street (B1008)
0.3 mi
5.
Enter the roundabout and take the 1st exit onto Rectory Lane (B1008)
35 ft
6.
Exit the roundabout onto Rectory Lane (B1008)
1098 ft
7.
Turn right onto Chelmer Valley Road (B1008)
0.9 mi
8.
Enter Springfield Hall Roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Chelmer Valley Road (A1016)
112 ft
9.
Exit the roundabout onto Chelmer Valley Road (A1016)
0.5 mi
10.
Enter Lawn Lane Roundabout and take the 1st exit onto Chelmer Valley Road (A1016)
94 ft
11.
Exit the roundabout onto Chelmer Valley Road (A1016)
0.3 mi
12.
Enter Nabbotts Farm Roundabout and take the 1st exit onto Essex Regiment Way (A1016)
28 ft
13.
Exit the roundabout onto Essex Regiment Way (A1016)
0.4 mi
14.
Enter the roundabout and take the 1st exit onto Essex Regiment Way (A1016)
91 ft
15.
Exit the roundabout onto Essex Regiment Way (A1016)
0.3 mi
16.
Take the ramp on the left onto A131
0.6 mi
17.
Enter Pratts Farm Roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Essex Regiment Way (A131)
123 ft
18.
Exit the roundabout onto Essex Regiment Way (A131)
0.6 mi
19.
Enter Wheelers Hill Roundabout and take the 1st exit onto Essex Regiment Way (A131)
121 ft
20.
Exit the roundabout onto Essex Regiment Way (A131)
0.7 mi
21.
Enter Sheepcotes Roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Essex Regiment Way (B1008)
135 ft
22.
Exit the roundabout onto Essex Regiment Way (B1008)
1.6 mi
23.
Enter Warners Farm Roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Main Road (B1008)
149 ft
24.
Exit the roundabout onto Main Road (B1008)
2.2 mi
25.
Continue onto Dunmow Road (B1008)
0.9 mi
26.
Continue onto Chelmsford Road (B1008)
1.8 mi
27.
Enter Dunmow South Interchange and take the 1st exit
147 ft
28.
Exit the roundabout
0.3 mi
29.
Merge left onto A120
7 mi
30.
Take the ramp on the left onto A120
0.3 mi
31.
Enter Priory Wood Roundabout and take the 1st exit onto Thremhall Avenue (A120)
268 ft
32.
Exit the roundabout onto Thremhall Avenue (A120)
0.5 mi
33.
Enter Birchanger Green Roundabout and take the 3rd exit
1087 ft
34.
Exit the roundabout
538 ft
35.
Continue straight
1227 ft
36.
Merge right onto M11
27.9 mi
37.
Merge right onto Huntingdon Road (A14)
13.7 mi
38.
Continue onto A14
314 ft
39.
Take the ramp on the left onto A14
104 mi
40.
Continue onto Doncaster Bypass (A1(M))
8.2 mi
41.
Keep right onto A1(M)
35 mi
42.
Keep right towards A1(M): The North
23.1 mi
43.
Take the ramp on the left towards A6055: Richmond
0.3 mi
44.
Enter Scotch Corner and take the 2nd exit towards Brough
333 ft
45.
Exit the roundabout towards Brough
9 mi
46.
Continue onto A66
2.8 mi
47.
Turn right onto B6277
1.8 mi
48.
Go straight onto Lartington Lane (B6277)
8.2 mi
49.
Turn left
0.4 mi
50.
Go straight onto B6276
12.6 mi
51.
Turn right to stay on B6276
0.5 mi
52.
Turn left onto New Road (B6276)
818 ft
53.
Take the ramp
1176 ft
54.
Merge right onto A66
20.3 mi
55.
Enter Kemplay Bank Roundabout and take the 2nd exit towards Keswick
483 ft
56.
Exit the roundabout towards Keswick
0.6 mi
57.
Enter Skirsgill Roundabout and take the 3rd exit towards M6(N): Carlisle
953 ft
58.
Exit the roundabout towards M6(N): Carlisle
1142 ft
59.
Merge right onto M6
27.8 mi
60.
Continue onto A74(M)
48.9 mi
61.
Continue onto M74
33.3 mi
62.
Take the ramp on the left onto M74
0.3 mi
63.
Turn left onto Cambuslang Road (A724)
1191 ft
64.
Make a slight right
133 ft
65.
Keep left onto Hamilton Road (B768)
225 ft
66.
Continue onto Main Street (B768)
0.9 mi
67.
Continue onto Burnhill Street (B768)
1055 ft
68.
Turn right onto Pinkerton Avenue
251 ft
69.
Turn right onto Glebe Place
219 ft
70.
You have arrived at your destination, on the left
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What's the expense of traveling from Chelmsford to Rutherglen by car?

If you're using petrol, you're looking at an expense of 70.1 quid. Now, how do we get to that number? Let's break it down.

First off, we need to consider the price of petrol. In this calculation, it's set at 144 pence per liter. Then, we need to know how thirsty your car is. The fuel consumption rate for this ride is 37.5 miles per gallon.

Now, if you're carpooling, the cost gets divvied up. For two people sharing the ride, it's gonna be 35.05 quid each (£70.1 divided by 2). If you've got three folks in the car, the cost per person comes down to about 23.37 quid (£70.1 divided by 3). And if it's a full house with four passengers, each person chips in 17.53 quid (£70.1 divided by 4).

Let's dive into the nitty-gritty of the calculations. To figure out how much fuel you need for the trip, it's all about distance and fuel efficiency. The distance between Chelmsford and Rutherglen is about 401.71 miles. So, to cover that distance, your car's gonna need approximately 48.7 liters of petrol. We got that number by dividing the distance by the car's fuel consumption rate of 37.5 miles per gallon and then converting it to liters 'cause that's what we use here.

Once we know how much fuel we need, we can calculate the total cost. Multiply the amount of fuel (48.7 liters) by the price per liter (144 pence), and you get 70.1 quid. So, there you have it, the fuel cost for your journey from Chelmsford to Rutherglen: 70.1 pounds.
 

 

One thing that can affect car fuel consumption is tire air pressure for the following reasons:

  1. Rolling Resistance: Properly inflated tires have less rolling resistance, meaning they require less energy to keep the vehicle moving. This reduces the workload on the engine and improves fuel efficiency. On the other hand, under-inflated tires increase rolling resistance, forcing the engine to work harder and consuming more fuel.

  2. Optimal Performance: Tires that are inflated to the manufacturer's recommended pressure level ensure optimal performance and fuel efficiency. Deviating from this recommended pressure level, either by under-inflating or over-inflating the tires, can lead to decreased fuel efficiency.

  3. Tire Wear: Improper tire inflation can cause uneven tire wear, which can further increase rolling resistance and fuel consumption. Regularly checking and maintaining proper tire pressure can help prevent premature tire wear and maintain fuel efficiency.

  4. Handling and Stability: Properly inflated tires also contribute to better handling and stability, especially during cornering and braking. This can lead to smoother driving, which in turn can help improve fuel efficiency by reducing the need for sudden acceleration or braking maneuvers.

  5. Environmental Impact: Maintaining proper tire pressure is not only beneficial for fuel efficiency but also reduces tire wear and extends tire life. This helps reduce the environmental impact associated with tire disposal and manufacturing, contributing to overall sustainability.

Overall, maintaining proper tire air pressure is essential for optimal fuel efficiency, vehicle performance, and safety. Regularly checking and adjusting tire pressure according to the manufacturer's recommendations can help drivers save fuel and reduce their environmental footprint.

Diesel cost from Chelmsford to Rutherglen.

The trip with diesel fuel costs 48.6 £ (167p/lt, 62.7 mpg).
For 2 passengers: 24.3 £ (48.6/2) /p.
For 3 passengers: 16.2 £ (48.6/3) /p.
For 4 passengers: 12.15 £ (48.6/4) /p.

Alternative routes from Chelmsford to Rutherglen

The second route from Chelmsford to the Rutherglen is 423.15 miles and takes 6 hours and 57 minutes.

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

The cheapest route from Chelmsford to Rutherglen is the first suggested route (402mi, 6h 54min) and costs 70.1 £ (petrol fuel cost, 144p/lt, 37.5mpg).

The most expensive route from Chelmsford to Rutherglen is the second suggested route (423mi, 6h 57min) and costs 73.9 £.

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 Rutherglen?

There are two suggested routes. The fastest route is 402mi (distance from Chelmsford to Rutherglen) and its duration is 6h 54min. The slowest route is 423mi, and its duration is 6h 57min.

RouteCalculator provides you with the information to prepare your trip from Chelmsford to Rutherglen by car or motorbike. It offers you alternative road routes that you can follow to go from Chelmsford to Rutherglen. It provides driving directions from Chelmsford to Rutherglen, i.e. where to turn and when, distance of the Chelmsford - Rutherglen 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 Chelmsford to Rutherglen 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 Rutherglen?

Rutherglen is located in South Lanarkshire county and in Scotland. It is situated at an altitude of 14 meters above sea level. Rutherglen has coordinates 55.8289720o,-4.2242689o. RouteCalculator provides a map of Rutherglen from which you can plan your trips to other UK cities.