East Kilbride Arbroath by car, distance and driving time

The distance between East Kilbride and Arbroath by car is 103 miles. The driving time is 1 hour and 52 minutes.

How far is Arbroath from East Kilbride? The driving distance is 103 miles, depending on the selected route and traffic conditions.

From: East Kilbride, County: South Lanarkshire, Scotland
To: Arbroath, County: Angus, Scotland
103 mi , 1 h 52 min
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Route from East Kilbride to Arbroath on map



Driving directions from East Kilbride to Arbroath

103 mi 1 h 52 min
1.
Head southeast on West Mains Road (B761)
854 ft
2.
Enter Priestknowe Roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Whitemoss Avenue (B761)
102 ft
3.
Exit the roundabout onto Whitemoss Avenue (B761)
0.3 mi
4.
Enter Whitemoss Roundabout and take the 1st exit onto Kingsway (A725)
56 ft
5.
Exit the roundabout onto Kingsway (A725)
0.8 mi
6.
Enter Whirlies Roundabout and take the 3rd exit onto East Kilbride Expressway (A725)
400 ft
7.
Exit the roundabout onto East Kilbride Expressway (A725)
4.9 mi
8.
Take the ramp on the left
787 ft
9.
Keep right at the fork
354 ft
10.
Take the ramp on the left onto M74
2.5 mi
11.
Take exit 4 on the left towards M73: Stirling
0.3 mi
12.
Keep right towards M73: Stirling
7.4 mi
13.
Merge right onto M80
7.2 mi
14.
Keep right towards Perth
6.6 mi
15.
Merge left onto M9
6.1 mi
16.
Enter Keir Roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto A9
414 ft
17.
Exit the roundabout onto A9
26.2 mi
18.
Enter Broxden Roundabout and take the 3rd exit towards M90: Edinburgh
678 ft
19.
Exit the roundabout towards M90: Edinburgh
2.4 mi
20.
Keep left towards (A90): Dundee
2 mi
21.
Continue onto A90
15.5 mi
22.
Enter Swallow Roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Kingsway West (A90)
152 ft
23.
Exit the roundabout onto Kingsway West (A90)
0.8 mi
24.
Enter Kingsway West and take the 2nd exit onto Kingsway West (A90)
224 ft
25.
Exit the roundabout onto Kingsway West (A90)
2.5 mi
26.
Enter Strathmartine Roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Kingsway (A90)
128 ft
27.
Exit the roundabout onto Kingsway (A90)
0.5 mi
28.
Enter Old Glamis Roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Kingsway (A90)
125 ft
29.
Exit the roundabout onto Kingsway (A90)
1.2 mi
30.
Enter Kingsway East and take the 3rd exit onto Kingsway East (A972)
194 ft
31.
Exit the roundabout onto Kingsway East (A972)
0.5 mi
32.
Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Kingsway East (A972)
137 ft
33.
Exit the roundabout onto Kingsway East (A972)
1292 ft
34.
Enter Scott Fyffe Roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Arbroath Road (A92)
226 ft
35.
Exit the roundabout onto Arbroath Road (A92)
2 mi
36.
Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto A92
213 ft
37.
Exit the roundabout onto A92
0.9 mi
38.
Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto A92
207 ft
39.
Exit the roundabout onto A92
0.5 mi
40.
Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Arbroath Road (A92)
202 ft
41.
Exit the roundabout onto Arbroath Road (A92)
0.4 mi
42.
Enter Ethiebeaton Roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Arbroath Road (A92)
268 ft
43.
Exit the roundabout onto Arbroath Road (A92)
8.9 mi
44.
Enter Elliot Roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto A92
176 ft
45.
Exit the roundabout onto A92
1.1 mi
46.
Turn left to stay on Dundee Road (B964)
369 ft
47.
Turn right onto Infirmary Brae (B964)
233 ft
48.
Continue slightly left onto Rosemount Road (B964)
622 ft
49.
Continue onto Addison Place (B964)
1131 ft
50.
Turn right onto Jamieson Street
535 ft
51.
Turn right onto Garden Street
9 ft
52.
You have arrived at your destination
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How much is the expense of driving from East Kilbride to Arbroath?

The expense of driving from East Kilbride to Arbroath, using petrol as the fuel source, amounts to £18. This calculation derives from considering the petrol price as 144 pence per liter and the car's fuel efficiency at 37.5 miles per gallon. When carpooling with two passengers, the cost of the trip per passenger is halved to £9 (£18 divided by 2). With three passengers, the expense drops to approximately £6 per passenger (£18 divided by 3), and with four passengers, it's reduced further to £4.5 per passenger (£18 divided by 4).

To delve into the details of the calculations, the fuel cost computation is reliant on the distance traveled and the car's fuel consumption rate. For the journey from East Kilbride to Arbroath, approximately 12.5 liters of fuel would be required. This amount is determined by dividing the distance of 103.27 miles by the car's fuel consumption rate of 37.5 miles per gallon, and then converting from gallons to liters using the conversion factor of 4.54609 liters per gallon.

Multiplying the fuel needed by the petrol price per liter results in the total fuel cost of £18 for the trip. This breakdown illustrates the impact of various factors, such as fuel price and consumption rate, on the overall cost of the journey, providing insights for individuals planning similar trips and requiring budget estimates.
 

 

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 East Kilbride to Arbroath.

The trip with diesel fuel costs 12.5 £ (167p/lt, 62.7 mpg).
For 2 passengers: 6.25 £ (12.5/2) /p.
For 3 passengers: 4.17 £ (12.5/3) /p.
For 4 passengers: 3.13 £ (12.5/4) /p.

Alternative routes from East Kilbride to Arbroath

The second route from East Kilbride to the Arbroath is 103.79 miles and takes 1 hour and 58 minutes.

The third route from East Kilbride to the Arbroath is 97.02 miles and takes 2 hours and 15 minutes.

Which is the cheapest route from East Kilbride to Arbroath by car?

The cheapest route from East Kilbride to Arbroath is the third suggested route (97mi, 2h 15min) and costs 16.9 £ (petrol fuel cost, 144p/lt, 37.5mpg).

The second cheapest route from East Kilbride to Arbroath is the first suggested route (103mi, 1h 52min) and costs 18 £.

The most expensive route from East Kilbride to Arbroath is the second suggested route (104mi, 1h 58min) and costs 18.1 £.

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 East Kilbride to Arbroath?

There are three suggested routes. The fastest route is 103mi (distance from East Kilbride to Arbroath) and its duration is 1h 52min. The other route is 104mi, and its duration is 1h 58min. The slowest route is 97mi, and its duration is 2h 15min.

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Where is East Kilbride located?

East Kilbride is located in South Lanarkshire county and in Scotland. It is situated at an altitude of 159 meters above sea level. East Kilbride has coordinates 55.7643524o,-4.1769987o. RouteCalculator provides a map of East Kilbride from which you can plan your trips to other UK cities.

What is the location of Arbroath?

Arbroath is located in Angus county and in Scotland. It is situated at an altitude of 18 meters above sea level. Arbroath has coordinates 56.5591070o,-2.5915430o. RouteCalculator provides a map of Arbroath from which you can plan your trips to other UK cities.