Route from Colchester to Wakefield

The distance between Colchester and Wakefield is 195 miles. Travel time is 3 hours and 28 minutes.

From: Colchester, County: Essex, England
To: Wakefield, County: West Yorkshire, England
195 mi , 3 h 28 min
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Route from Colchester to Wakefield on map



Driving directions from Colchester to Wakefield

195 mi 3 h 28 min
1.
Head east
60 ft
2.
Turn right onto Rotary Way
413 ft
3.
Turn right
304 ft
4.
Turn left onto Westway (A134)
731 ft
5.
Enter Middleborough Roundabout and take the 5th exit onto Westway (A134)
585 ft
6.
Exit the roundabout onto Westway (A134)
0.3 mi
7.
Enter Colne Bank and take the 1st exit onto Cymbeline Way (A133)
37 ft
8.
Exit the roundabout onto Cymbeline Way (A133)
155 ft
9.
Continue straight to stay on Cymbeline Way (A133)
1.1 mi
10.
Enter Spring Lane Roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto A12
380 ft
11.
Exit the roundabout onto A12
3.2 mi
12.
Take the ramp on the left onto A12
0.4 mi
13.
Enter Prince of Wales Roundabout and take the 4th exit onto A120
353 ft
14.
Exit the roundabout onto A120
0.3 mi
15.
Enter Marks Tey Roundabout and take the 1st exit onto Coggeshall Road (A120)
236 ft
16.
Exit the roundabout onto Coggeshall Road (A120)
2.3 mi
17.
Continue onto Colchester Road (A120)
1 mi
18.
Continue onto Coggeshall Bypass (A120)
2.4 mi
19.
Continue onto Coggeshall Road (A120)
3.3 mi
20.
Take the ramp on the left
398 ft
21.
Merge right onto Braintree Bypass (A120)
0.9 mi
22.
Enter Galleys Corner Roundabout and take the 3rd exit onto Braintree Bypass (A120)
257 ft
23.
Exit the roundabout onto Braintree Bypass (A120)
16.8 mi
24.
Take the ramp on the left onto A120
0.3 mi
25.
Enter Priory Wood Roundabout and take the 1st exit onto Thremhall Avenue (A120)
268 ft
26.
Exit the roundabout onto Thremhall Avenue (A120)
0.5 mi
27.
Enter Birchanger Green Roundabout and take the 3rd exit
1087 ft
28.
Exit the roundabout
538 ft
29.
Continue straight
1227 ft
30.
Merge right onto M11
27.9 mi
31.
Merge right onto Huntingdon Road (A14)
13.7 mi
32.
Continue onto A14
314 ft
33.
Take the ramp on the left onto A14
104 mi
34.
Continue onto Doncaster Bypass (A1(M))
612 ft
35.
Take the ramp on the left onto A1(M)
1139 ft
36.
Go straight onto A638
218 ft
37.
Take the ramp on the left onto A638
2.5 mi
38.
Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Doncaster Road (A638)
104 ft
39.
Exit the roundabout onto Doncaster Road (A638)
0.5 mi
40.
Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto A638
132 ft
41.
Exit the roundabout onto A638
0.3 mi
42.
Enter Dale Lane Roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Doncaster Road (A638)
199 ft
43.
Exit the roundabout onto Doncaster Road (A638)
0.4 mi
44.
Enter Minsthorpe Lane Roundabout and take the 3rd exit onto Back Lane (A638)
305 ft
45.
Exit the roundabout onto Back Lane (A638)
794 ft
46.
Continue onto Doncaster Road (A638)
3 mi
47.
Enter Ackworth Moor Top and take the 2nd exit onto Wakefield Road (A638)
172 ft
48.
Exit the roundabout onto Wakefield Road (A638)
1.5 mi
49.
Enter Offley Lane Roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto A638
101 ft
50.
Exit the roundabout onto A638
5.5 mi
51.
Continue onto Wakefield Bridge (A61)
355 ft
52.
Keep left onto A638
0.4 mi
53.
Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Ings Road (A638)
103 ft
54.
Exit the roundabout onto Ings Road (A638)
0.3 mi
55.
Keep right onto Ings Road (A638)
162 ft
56.
Turn right to stay on Westgate (A638)
197 ft
57.
Continue straight to stay on Westgate (A642)
747 ft
58.
Make a slight left onto Mulberry Way (A650)
669 ft
59.
Turn left
233 ft
60.
You have arrived at your destination
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How much does it cost to travel from Colchester to Wakefield by car?

The journey, fueled by petrol, comes to £33.9. In this calculation, we've assumed a petrol price of 143 pence per liter and the car's petrol consumption at 37.5 miles per gallon.

For those considering carpooling, with two passengers, the cost per person is £16.95 (£33.9/2). With three passengers, the cost reduces to £11.3 per person (£33.9/3). And for four passengers, it further decreases to £8.48 per person (£33.9/4).

To break it down further, here's how we arrive at the result:

The fuel required is determined by dividing the distance by the car's fuel consumption. For a journey of 195.45 miles, this calculation involves multiplying 195.45 miles by 4.54609 (liters per gallon) and dividing by the car's consumption of 37.5 mpg, resulting in 23.7 liters of fuel needed.

The fuel cost is then calculated by multiplying the fuel needed by the price per liter. For 23.7 liters of fuel at 143 pence per liter, the total comes to £33.9.

In conclusion, the fuel cost from Colchester to Wakefield amounts to £33.9.

 

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 Colchester to Wakefield.

The trip with diesel fuel costs 21.4 £ (151p/lt, 62.7 mpg).
For 2 passengers: 10.7 £ (21.4/2) /p.
For 3 passengers: 7.13 £ (21.4/3) /p.
For 4 passengers: 5.35 £ (21.4/4) /p.

Alternative routes from Colchester to Wakefield

The second route from Colchester to the Wakefield is 221.84 miles and takes 3 hours and 45 minutes.

The third route from Colchester to the Wakefield is 205.25 miles and takes 3 hours and 56 minutes.

Which is the cheapest route from Colchester to Wakefield by car?

The cheapest route from Colchester to Wakefield is the first suggested route (195mi, 3h 28min) and costs 33.9 £ (petrol fuel cost, 143p/lt, 37.5mpg).

The second cheapest route from Colchester to Wakefield is the third suggested route (205mi, 3h 56min) and costs 35.6 £.

The most expensive route from Colchester to Wakefield is the second suggested route (222mi, 3h 45min) and costs 38.5 £.

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 Colchester to Wakefield?

There are three suggested routes. The fastest route is 195mi (distance from Colchester to Wakefield) and its duration is 3h 28min. The other route is 222mi, and its duration is 3h 45min. The slowest route is 205mi, and its duration is 3h 56min.

RouteCalculator provides you with the information to prepare your trip from Colchester to Wakefield by car or motorbike. It offers you alternative road routes that you can follow to go from Colchester to Wakefield. It provides driving directions from Colchester to Wakefield, i.e. where to turn and when, distance of the Colchester - Wakefield 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 Colchester to Wakefield with other people or friends, RouteCalculator provides the cost of the journey and the amount that each passenger will have to pay.

Where is Colchester located?

Colchester is located in Essex county and in England. It is situated at an altitude of 8 meters above sea level. Colchester has coordinates 51.8959270o,0.8918740o. RouteCalculator provides a map of Colchester from which you can plan your trips to other UK cities.

What is the location of Wakefield?

Wakefield is located in West Yorkshire county and in England. It is situated at an altitude of 43 meters above sea level. Wakefield has coordinates 53.6832980o,-1.5059240o. RouteCalculator provides a map of Wakefield from which you can plan your trips to other UK cities.