Colwyn Bay Kirkcaldy and Dysart by car, distance and driving time

The distance between Colwyn Bay and Kirkcaldy and Dysart by car is 304 miles. The driving time is 5 hours and 14 minutes.

How far is Kirkcaldy and Dysart from Colwyn Bay? The driving distance is 304 miles, depending on the selected route and traffic conditions.

From: Colwyn Bay, County: Colwyn Bay, Wales
To: Kirkcaldy and Dysart, County: Fife, Scotland
304 mi , 5 h 14 min
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Route from Colwyn Bay to Kirkcaldy and Dysart on map



Driving directions from Colwyn Bay to Kirkcaldy and Dysart

304 mi 5 h 14 min
1.
Head southeast on Claughton Road
236 ft
2.
Turn left onto Rhiw Road
521 ft
3.
Turn left onto A547
139 ft
4.
Turn right onto Sea View Road (B5113)
272 ft
5.
Turn right onto Bay View Road (B5113)
705 ft
6.
Continue onto Victoria Avenue (B5113)
687 ft
7.
Take the ramp on the right towards A55: Chester
910 ft
8.
Merge right onto Gwibffordd Gogledd Cymru / North Wales Expressway (A55)
30.6 mi
9.
Keep right onto A494
4.4 mi
10.
Keep right onto A494
2.8 mi
11.
Continue onto M56
19.5 mi
12.
Take the ramp on the left towards M6: Preston
0.3 mi
13.
Keep left towards M6: Preston
917 ft
14.
Keep right towards M6: Preston
0.3 mi
15.
Keep left towards M6: Preston
0.4 mi
16.
Merge right onto M6
12.2 mi
17.
Keep right onto M6
116 mi
18.
Continue onto A74(M)
48.9 mi
19.
Take the ramp on the left onto A74(M)
1015 ft
20.
Enter the roundabout and take the 3rd exit onto A702
350 ft
21.
Exit the roundabout onto A702
759 ft
22.
Enter the roundabout and take the 1st exit onto A702
264 ft
23.
Exit the roundabout onto A702
1 mi
24.
Enter the roundabout and take the 1st exit onto A73
166 ft
25.
Exit the roundabout onto A73
8 mi
26.
Turn right onto Sherifflats Road
0.4 mi
27.
Turn right onto Boat Road
0.4 mi
28.
Continue onto Covington Road
1.1 mi
29.
Make a slight left to stay on Covington Road
0.3 mi
30.
Turn left to stay on Covington Road
674 ft
31.
Turn right to stay on Covington Road
1.5 mi
32.
Turn right onto Grange Road
0.5 mi
33.
Turn left onto Tie Road No 2
1.4 mi
34.
Continue onto Pettinain Road
0.4 mi
35.
Turn right onto Carnwath Road
0.7 mi
36.
Continue onto Lampits Road
0.7 mi
37.
Go straight onto A70
1257 ft
38.
Turn left onto B7016
2.3 mi
39.
Turn right
7.2 mi
40.
Turn right
4.2 mi
41.
Continue onto Brucefield Park West
0.3 mi
42.
Turn left to stay on Brucefield Park North
645 ft
43.
Enter Wilderness Roundabout and take the 3rd exit onto Bankton Road (A71)
401 ft
44.
Exit the roundabout onto Bankton Road (A71)
0.5 mi
45.
Enter Newpark Roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Bankton Road (A71)
193 ft
46.
Exit the roundabout onto Bankton Road (A71)
1.4 mi
47.
Enter Lizzie Brice's Roundabout and take the 1st exit onto Livingston Road (A899)
20 ft
48.
Exit the roundabout onto Livingston Road (A899)
2.7 mi
49.
Enter Livingston East Roundabout and take the 3rd exit onto Livingston Road (A899)
348 ft
50.
Exit the roundabout onto Livingston Road (A899)
407 ft
51.
Take the ramp on the left onto M8
5 mi
52.
Take the ramp on the left onto M8
0.8 mi
53.
Continue onto M9
1.6 mi
54.
Take exit 1A on the left towards M90: Dundee
3.2 mi
55.
Merge left onto A90
1.1 mi
56.
Continue onto M90
6.6 mi
57.
Keep left towards A92: Glenrothes
1.5 mi
58.
Continue onto A92
10.3 mi
59.
Enter Redhouse Roundabout and take the 3rd exit onto A921
370 ft
60.
Exit the roundabout onto A921
0.6 mi
61.
Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Rosslyn Street (A921)
312 ft
62.
Exit the roundabout onto Rosslyn Street (A921)
1147 ft
63.
Turn left onto Windmill Road (B928)
0.6 mi
64.
Turn left onto Townhead (A955)
157 ft
65.
Continue onto Normand Road (A955)
388 ft
66.
You have arrived at your destination, on the left
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How much does it cost to drive from Colwyn Bay to Kirkcaldy and Dysart with petrol?

Let's delve into the expenses of a road trip from Colwyn Bay to Kirkcaldy and Dysart. The journey using petrol will set you back 53.1 pounds. Now, let's walk through how we arrived at this figure.

Firstly, we consider the price of petrol, which is 144 pence per liter. Next, we take into account the car's fuel consumption rate, which stands at 37.5 miles per gallon.

Now, suppose you're carpooling. If there are two passengers sharing the ride, each person will contribute 26.55 pounds (£53.1 divided by 2). With three passengers, the cost per person drops to around 17.7 pounds (£53.1 divided by 3). And if there are four passengers onboard, each person chips in 13.28 pounds (£53.1 divided by 4).

Let's delve deeper into the calculations. To determine how much fuel is needed for the trip, we rely on the distance and the car's fuel efficiency. The distance between Colwyn Bay and Kirkcaldy and Dysart is approximately 304.39 miles. So, to cover this distance, the car will require roughly 36.9 liters of petrol. We obtained this value by dividing the distance by the car's fuel consumption rate of 37.5 miles per gallon and then converting it to liters.

Once we have the amount of fuel needed, we calculate the total cost. Multiplying the fuel quantity (36.9 liters) by the price per liter (144 pence) yields 53.1 pounds. Therefore, the fuel cost for the journey from Colwyn Bay to Kirkcaldy and Dysart is 53.1 pounds.
 

 

One thing that can affect car fuel consumption is the use of air conditioning (AC) for the following reasons:

  1. Engine Load: When the AC is turned on, the compressor in the car's engine needs to work harder to cool and circulate the air. This extra workload can increase the engine's fuel consumption, especially during city driving or when the car is idling.

  2. Drag Effect: Running the AC can also increase aerodynamic drag, particularly at higher speeds. This means the engine needs to work harder to maintain speed, resulting in higher fuel consumption.

  3. Accessory Load: In addition to the AC compressor, other electrical components such as the blower fan and condenser fan also draw power from the engine when the AC is running. This increases the overall electrical load on the engine, leading to higher fuel consumption.

  4. Driving Conditions: The impact of AC on fuel consumption can vary depending on driving conditions. For example, using the AC while driving at lower speeds or in stop-and-go traffic may have a more significant effect on fuel consumption compared to highway driving.

  5. Efficiency Settings: Some cars come equipped with features like "Eco" mode or variable AC compressor speeds, which can help reduce the impact of AC on fuel consumption. Using these features can help optimize fuel efficiency while still keeping the cabin cool.

Overall, while using the AC can increase fuel consumption to some extent, it's often a necessary trade-off for comfort, especially during hot weather. However, minimizing AC usage when possible, such as using the car's ventilation system or rolling down windows at lower speeds, can help mitigate its impact on fuel consumption.

Diesel cost from Colwyn Bay to Kirkcaldy and Dysart.

The trip with diesel fuel costs 36.9 £ (167p/lt, 62.7 mpg).
For 2 passengers: 18.45 £ (36.9/2) /p.
For 3 passengers: 12.3 £ (36.9/3) /p.
For 4 passengers: 9.23 £ (36.9/4) /p.

Where is Colwyn Bay located?

Colwyn Bay is located in Colwyn Bay county and in Wales. It is situated at an altitude of 35 meters above sea level. Colwyn Bay has coordinates 53.2931820o,-3.7276400o. RouteCalculator provides a map of Colwyn Bay from which you can plan your trips to other UK cities.

What is the location of Kirkcaldy and Dysart?

Kirkcaldy and Dysart is located in Fife county and in Scotland. It is situated at an altitude of 49 meters above sea level. Kirkcaldy and Dysart has coordinates 56.1279110o,-3.1229330o. RouteCalculator provides a map of Kirkcaldy and Dysart from which you can plan your trips to other UK cities.