Route from Glenrothes to Dunfermline

The distance between Glenrothes and Dunfermline is 19.2 miles. Travel time is 24 minutes.

From: Glenrothes, County: Fife, Scotland
To: Dunfermline, County: Fife, Scotland
19.2 mi , 24 min
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Route from Glenrothes to Dunfermline on map



Driving directions from Glenrothes to Dunfermline

19.2 mi 24 min
1.
Head west
897 ft
2.
Make a slight right onto Queensgate
331 ft
3.
Enter the roundabout and take the 1st exit onto Queensgate
30 ft
4.
Exit the roundabout onto Queensgate
537 ft
5.
Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Flemington Road
68 ft
6.
Exit the roundabout onto Flemington Road
297 ft
7.
Enter Queensway Roundabout and take the 1st exit onto Queensway (A911)
14 ft
8.
Exit the roundabout onto Queensway (A911)
0.4 mi
9.
Enter Preston Roundabout and take the 4th exit onto A92
438 ft
10.
Exit the roundabout onto A92
1 mi
11.
Enter Bankhead Roundabout and take the 3rd exit onto A92
398 ft
12.
Exit the roundabout onto A92
2.7 mi
13.
Enter Redhouse Roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto A92
179 ft
14.
Exit the roundabout onto A92
10.3 mi
15.
Take the ramp on the left towards (M90 North): Perth
0.3 mi
16.
Enter the roundabout and take the 3rd exit onto A92
762 ft
17.
Exit the roundabout onto A92
0.4 mi
18.
Enter Halbeath Roundabout and take the 3rd exit towards A907: Dunfermline
576 ft
19.
Exit the roundabout towards A907: Dunfermline
975 ft
20.
Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Halbeath Bypass (A907)
88 ft
21.
Exit the roundabout onto Halbeath Bypass (A907)
751 ft
22.
Enter the roundabout and take the 3rd exit onto Halbeath Road (A907)
154 ft
23.
Exit the roundabout onto Halbeath Road (A907)
1190 ft
24.
Enter the roundabout and take the 1st exit onto Halbeath Road (A907)
79 ft
25.
Exit the roundabout onto Halbeath Road (A907)
1.3 mi
26.
Continue onto Appin Crescent (A907)
0.3 mi
27.
Enter Sinclair Gardens Roundabout and take the 1st exit onto St. Margarets Drive (A823)
15 ft
28.
Exit the roundabout onto St. Margarets Drive (A823)
0.4 mi
29.
Enter Bothwell Gardens Roundabout and take the 4th exit onto St. Margarets Drive (A823)
476 ft
30.
Exit the roundabout onto St. Margarets Drive (A823)
0.4 mi
31.
You have arrived at your destination, on the left
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How much does it cost to travel from Glenrothes to Dunfermline by car?

The journey, fueled by petrol, comes to £3.3. In this calculation, we've assumed a petrol price of 144 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 £1.65 (£3.3/2). With three passengers, the cost reduces to £1.1 per person (£3.3/3). And for four passengers, it further decreases to £0.83 per person (£3.3/4).

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 19.17 miles, this calculation involves multiplying 19.17 miles by 4.54609 (liters per gallon) and dividing by the car's consumption of 37.5 mpg, resulting in 2.3 liters of fuel needed.

The fuel cost is then calculated by multiplying the fuel needed by the price per liter. For 2.3 liters of fuel at 144 pence per liter, the total comes to £3.3.

In conclusion, the fuel cost from Glenrothes to Dunfermline amounts to £3.3.

 

One thing that can affect fuel consumption is the condition of the road for the following reasons:

  1. Surface Roughness: Rough road surfaces, such as those with potholes, cracks, or uneven pavement, can increase rolling resistance. This means the tires have to work harder to maintain speed, leading to higher fuel consumption.

  2. Friction: Poor road conditions can also increase friction between the tires and the road surface. This friction creates drag, which requires the engine to work harder to overcome. As a result, fuel consumption can increase, especially at higher speeds.

  3. Traffic Congestion: Roads with heavy traffic congestion often involve frequent stops and starts, as well as idling in traffic queues. This constant acceleration and deceleration can lead to increased fuel consumption compared to driving on open, free-flowing roads.

  4. Elevation Changes: Roads with steep inclines or declines can affect fuel consumption, especially for vehicles with less powerful engines. Climbing uphill requires more power from the engine and thus more fuel, while descending downhill may require additional braking and fuel to maintain control.

  5. Weather Conditions: Adverse weather conditions such as rain, snow, or ice can affect road traction and vehicle stability. Drivers may need to adjust their speed and driving behavior, which can impact fuel consumption.

  6. Surface Quality: Smooth road surfaces with good pavement quality generally result in lower fuel consumption compared to rough or poorly maintained roads. This is because smooth roads reduce rolling resistance and allow for more efficient vehicle operation.

Overall, road conditions play a significant role in determining fuel consumption, and drivers may experience variations in fuel efficiency depending on the condition of the roads they are driving on.

Diesel cost from Glenrothes to Dunfermline.

The trip with diesel fuel costs 2.3 £ (167p/lt, 62.7 mpg).
For 2 passengers: 1.15 £ (2.3/2) /p.
For 3 passengers: 0.77 £ (2.3/3) /p.
For 4 passengers: 0.58 £ (2.3/4) /p.

Alternative routes from Glenrothes to Dunfermline

The most time-consuming route from Glenrothes to Dunfermline spans a distance of 23.55 miles and requires a travel time of 30 minutes.

Which is the cheapest route from Glenrothes to Dunfermline by car?

The cheapest route from Glenrothes to Dunfermline is the first suggested route (19.2mi, 24min) and costs 3.3 £ (petrol fuel cost, 144p/lt, 37.5mpg).

The most expensive route from Glenrothes to Dunfermline is the second suggested route (23.6mi, 30min) and costs 4.1 £.

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 Glenrothes to Dunfermline?

There are two suggested routes. The fastest route is 19.2mi (distance from Glenrothes to Dunfermline) and its duration is 24min. The slowest route is 23.6mi, and its duration is 30min.

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

Where is Glenrothes located?

Glenrothes is located in Fife county and in Scotland. It is situated at an altitude of 68 meters above sea level. Glenrothes has coordinates 56.2008420o,-3.1598600o. RouteCalculator provides a map of Glenrothes from which you can plan your trips to other UK cities.

What is the location of Dunfermline?

Dunfermline is located in Fife county and in Scotland. It is situated at an altitude of 96 meters above sea level. Dunfermline has coordinates 56.0717410o,-3.4521510o. RouteCalculator provides a map of Dunfermline from which you can plan your trips to other UK cities.