Route from Edinburgh to Rochdale

The distance between Edinburgh and Rochdale is 215 miles. Travel time is 3 hours and 56 minutes.

From: Edinburgh, County: City of Edinburgh, Scotland
To: Rochdale, County: Greater Manchester, England
215 mi , 3 h 56 min
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Route from Edinburgh to Rochdale on map



Driving directions from Edinburgh to Rochdale

215 mi 3 h 56 min
1.
Head southwest on Princes Street
115 ft
2.
Turn left onto North Bridge (A7)
0.4 mi
3.
Continue onto Nicolson Street (A7)
0.3 mi
4.
Continue onto Clerk Street (A7)
0.3 mi
5.
Continue onto Newington Road (A701)
728 ft
6.
Continue onto Minto Street (A701)
0.3 mi
7.
Continue onto Mayfield Gardens (A701)
1016 ft
8.
Continue onto Craigmillar Park (A701)
0.4 mi
9.
Continue onto Liberton Road (A701)
0.5 mi
10.
Continue onto Liberton Brae (A701)
0.6 mi
11.
Continue onto Liberton Gardens (A701)
0.5 mi
12.
Continue onto Howden Hall Road (A701)
0.4 mi
13.
Continue onto Burdiehouse Road (A701)
0.7 mi
14.
Enter the roundabout and take the 3rd exit onto Straiton Road (A701)
222 ft
15.
Exit the roundabout onto Straiton Road (A701)
633 ft
16.
Keep right onto Straiton Road (A701)
0.5 mi
17.
Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto A701
205 ft
18.
Exit the roundabout onto A701
1 mi
19.
Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Moorfoot View (A701)
102 ft
20.
Exit the roundabout onto Moorfoot View (A701)
0.8 mi
21.
Enter Gowkley Moss Roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto A701
513 ft
22.
Exit the roundabout onto A701
0.3 mi
23.
Keep left onto The Brae (B7026)
3.1 mi
24.
Continue straight onto A6094
2 mi
25.
Keep right onto A701
9.4 mi
26.
Go straight onto A72
3.2 mi
27.
Continue onto A701
27.6 mi
28.
Enter the roundabout and take the 1st exit onto A74(M)
15 ft
29.
Exit the roundabout onto A74(M)
30.5 mi
30.
Continue onto M6
98 mi
31.
Keep left onto M61
20.9 mi
32.
Keep left towards M60: Bury
4.3 mi
33.
Continue onto M62
5.1 mi
34.
Take the ramp on the left onto M62
0.4 mi
35.
Enter Thornham Interchange and take the 1st exit onto A627(M)
44 ft
36.
Exit the roundabout onto A627(M)
0.9 mi
37.
Keep left towards A664
695 ft
38.
Merge right onto Edinburgh Way (A664)
0.3 mi
39.
Keep right onto Edinburgh Way (A664)
369 ft
40.
Continue right onto Manchester Road (A58)
0.5 mi
41.
Turn right onto Tweedale Street
0.4 mi
42.
You have arrived at your destination
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What's the expense of traveling from Edinburgh to Rochdale by car?

Embarking on the journey from Edinburgh to Rochdale, one might ponder the cost of such a venture. Indeed, the expenditure amounts to 37.5 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 18.75 pounds for each of two passengers, 12.5 pounds for three passengers, and merely 9.38 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 214.81 miles, the car craves around 26 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 (26 liters) by the price per liter (144 pence), we seamlessly arrive at the grand total of 37.5 pounds. Thus, the journey from Edinburgh to Rochdale is marked by a fuel cost of 37.5 pounds.
 

 

The utilization of air conditioning (AC) might impact automotive fuel efficiency due to the subsequent factors:

Engine Load: Activating the AC causes the compressor in the vehicle's engine to exert more effort in order to cool and distribute the air. The additional burden might augment the engine's fuel consumption, particularly during urban travel or when the vehicle is stationary.

Aerodynamic drag can be increased by running the AC, especially at higher speeds. Consequently, the increased resistance necessitates the engine to exert more effort in order to sustain velocity, leading to elevated fuel consumption.

Accessory Load: Besides the AC compressor, other electrical components like the blower fan and condenser fan also consume electricity from the engine when the AC is in operation. This results in an augmented electrical load on the engine, resulting in increased fuel consumption.

Driving Conditions: The effect of air conditioning (AC) on fuel consumption can differ based on the conditions in which you are driving. Using the air conditioning (AC) while driving at lower speeds or in stop-and-go traffic can have a greater impact on fuel consumption than when traveling on the highway.

Efficiency Settings: Certain vehicles are equipped with features such as "Eco" mode or variable AC compressor speeds, which can effectively mitigate the influence of air conditioning on fuel consumption. Utilizing these characteristics can enhance fuel efficiency while simultaneously maintaining a comfortable temperature inside the cabin.

In general, although utilizing the air conditioning system can slightly elevate fuel consumption, it is frequently a necessary compromise for the sake of comfort, particularly in hot weather. Nevertheless, reducing the use of air conditioning whenever feasible, such as utilizing the car's ventilation system or opening windows at lower velocities, can assist in lessening its influence on fuel consumption.

Diesel cost from Edinburgh to Rochdale.

The trip with diesel fuel costs 26 £ (167p/lt, 62.7 mpg).
For 2 passengers: 13 £ (26/2) /p.
For 3 passengers: 8.67 £ (26/3) /p.
For 4 passengers: 6.5 £ (26/4) /p.

Alternative routes from Edinburgh to Rochdale

An alternative route from Edinburgh to the Rochdale is 201.59 miles and takes 4 hours and 44 minutes.

Which is the cheapest route from Edinburgh to Rochdale by car?

The cheapest route from Edinburgh to Rochdale is the second suggested route (202mi, 4h 44min) and costs 35.2 £ (petrol fuel cost, 144p/lt, 37.5mpg).

The most expensive route from Edinburgh to Rochdale is the first suggested route (215mi, 3h 56min) and costs 37.5 £.

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 Edinburgh to Rochdale?

There are two suggested routes. The fastest route is 215mi (distance from Edinburgh to Rochdale) and its duration is 3h 56min. The slowest route is 202mi, and its duration is 4h 44min.

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

Where is Edinburgh located?

Edinburgh is located in City of Edinburgh county and in Scotland. It is situated at an altitude of 70 meters above sea level. Edinburgh has coordinates 55.9532520o,-3.1882670o. RouteCalculator provides a map of Edinburgh from which you can plan your trips to other UK cities.

What is the location of Rochdale?

Rochdale is located in Greater Manchester county and in England. It is situated at an altitude of 144 meters above sea level. Rochdale has coordinates 53.6097136o,-2.1561000o. RouteCalculator provides a map of Rochdale from which you can plan your trips to other UK cities.