Route from Glenrothes to Motherwell

The distance between Glenrothes and Motherwell is 56.1 miles. Travel time is 1 hour and .

From: Glenrothes, County: Fife, Scotland
To: Motherwell, County: North Lanarkshire, Scotland
56.1 mi , 1 h
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Route from Glenrothes to Motherwell on map



Driving directions from Glenrothes to Motherwell

56.1 mi 1 h
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.
Continue onto M90
859 ft
16.
Continue towards M90 South: Edinburgh
0.9 mi
17.
Keep right towards M90 South: Edinburgh
6.9 mi
18.
Continue onto A90
1.3 mi
19.
Keep right towards M90: Glasgow
2.3 mi
20.
Keep left towards A8: Airport
1.9 mi
21.
Keep right onto M8
21.7 mi
22.
Take the ramp on the left onto M8
0.5 mi
23.
Keep left onto M8
0.4 mi
24.
Enter Newhouse Roundabout and take the 1st exit onto Bellside Road (A73)
128 ft
25.
Exit the roundabout onto Bellside Road (A73)
946 ft
26.
Enter Newhouse Roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Motherwell Road (A73)
145 ft
27.
Exit the roundabout onto Motherwell Road (A73)
476 ft
28.
Make a slight right to stay on Motherwell Road (B7066)
0.7 mi
29.
Continue onto High Street (B7066)
0.9 mi
30.
Keep left onto Carfin Road (B7066)
0.5 mi
31.
Continue onto Newarthill Road (B7066)
0.4 mi
32.
Continue onto Motherwell Road (B7066)
0.3 mi
33.
Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto A723
227 ft
34.
Exit the roundabout onto A723
1.1 mi
35.
Enter the roundabout and take the 1st exit onto A721
21 ft
36.
Exit the roundabout onto A721
0.3 mi
37.
Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Brandon Street (A721)
67 ft
38.
Exit the roundabout onto Brandon Street (A721)
917 ft
39.
Continue onto Windmillhill Street (A721)
1302 ft
40.
Enter the roundabout
32 ft
41.
You have arrived at your destination, on the right
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How much does it cost to travel from Glenrothes to Motherwell by car?

The journey from Glenrothes to Motherwell by car comes with a price tag of £9.8 if you're using petrol. Let's break it down. The petrol price we're talking about here is 144 pence per liter, and the car chugs along at 37.5 miles per gallon. Now, if you're thinking about carpooling with a couple of mates, each of you only has to fork out £4.9 for the trip (£9.8 divided by 2). With three buddies on board, it's about £3.27 each (£9.8 divided by 3), and if you've got a full car of four, it's just £2.45 each (£9.8 divided by 4). So, that's the financial aspect of the journey.

Now, let's dive into the nitty-gritty of how we got these figures. The fuel cost calculation is based on how far you're traveling and how thirsty your car is. For this journey, you'd need about 6.8 liters of fuel. And that's where the £9.8 comes from for the trip from Glenrothes to Motherwell.

In summary, the total fuel cost for the journey is £9.8, factoring in the distance, petrol price, and car fuel consumption. Whether you're flying solo or sharing the ride with friends, knowing the breakdown of these costs can help you plan your trip and budget accordingly.
 

 

The state of the road might impact fuel usage due to many factors.

Surface roughness refers to the unevenness of road surfaces, which can be caused by potholes, fractures, or uneven pavement. This unevenness can lead to an increase in rolling resistance. Consequently, the tires must exert more effort to sustain velocity, resulting in increased fuel consumption.

Friction: The presence of inadequate road conditions can augment the level of friction between the tires and the road surface. The friction between surfaces generates drag, necessitating the engine to exert more effort to overcome it. Consequently, the use of fuel might escalate, particularly when driving at higher velocities.

Traffic congestion refers to the situation where roads experience a high volume of vehicles, resulting in frequent halts, starts, and prolonged waiting in traffic lines. The consistent acceleration and deceleration can result in higher fuel usage when compared to driving on uncongested, unrestricted roadways.

Changes in elevation can have an impact on fuel usage, particularly for vehicles equipped with less powerful engines, when encountering roads with steep inclines or drops. Ascending a slope necessitates greater engine power and consequently more fuel consumption, but descending a decline may necessitate additional braking and fuel usage to maintain control.

Weather Conditions: Inclement weather conditions, including precipitation such as rain, snow, or ice, can have a detrimental impact on road grip and the stability of vehicles. Motorists may be required to modify their velocity and driving conduct, which can have an effect on fuel usage.

Surface Quality: Smooth road surfaces with high-quality pavement often lead to decreased fuel consumption in comparison to rough or inadequately maintained roads. The reason for this is that smooth roads decrease rolling resistance, hence enabling more efficient vehicle performance.

In general, the quality of roads has a substantial impact on petrololine consumption, and drivers may encounter differences in fuel economy based on the state of the roads they are traveling on.

Diesel cost from Glenrothes to Motherwell.

The trip with diesel fuel costs 6.8 £ (167p/lt, 62.7 mpg).
For 2 passengers: 3.4 £ (6.8/2) /p.
For 3 passengers: 2.27 £ (6.8/3) /p.
For 4 passengers: 1.7 £ (6.8/4) /p.

Alternative routes from Glenrothes to Motherwell

Meanwhile, the least speedy route from Glenrothes to Motherwell covers 60.51 miles and necessitates 1 hour and 24 minutes for completion.

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

The cheapest route from Glenrothes to Motherwell is the first suggested route (56.1mi, 1h ) and costs 9.8 £ (petrol fuel cost, 144p/lt, 37.5mpg).

The most expensive route from Glenrothes to Motherwell is the second suggested route (60.5mi, 1h 24min) and costs 10.6 £.

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 Motherwell?

There are two suggested routes. The fastest route is 56.1mi (distance from Glenrothes to Motherwell) and its duration is 1h . The slowest route is 60.5mi, and its duration is 1h 24min.

RouteCalculator provides you with the information to prepare your trip from Glenrothes to Motherwell by car or motorbike. It offers you alternative road routes that you can follow to go from Glenrothes to Motherwell. It provides driving directions from Glenrothes to Motherwell, i.e. where to turn and when, distance of the Glenrothes - Motherwell 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 Motherwell 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 Motherwell?

Motherwell is located in North Lanarkshire county and in Scotland. It is situated at an altitude of 86 meters above sea level. Motherwell has coordinates 55.7832092o,-3.9810968o. RouteCalculator provides a map of Motherwell from which you can plan your trips to other UK cities.