Route from Gloucester to Gateshead

The distance between Gloucester and Gateshead is 259 miles. Travel time is 4 hours and 19 minutes.

From: Gloucester, County: Gloucestershire, England
To: Gateshead, County: Tyne and Wear, England
259 mi , 4 h 19 min
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Route from Gloucester to Gateshead on map



Driving directions from Gloucester to Gateshead

259 mi 4 h 19 min
1.
Head northwest on Metz Way (A4302)
17 ft
2.
Make a sharp right onto Metz Way (A4302)
0.9 mi
3.
Turn left onto Eastern Avenue (A38)
0.5 mi
4.
Enter Walls Roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Corinium Avenue (A417)
216 ft
5.
Exit the roundabout onto Corinium Avenue (A417)
0.7 mi
6.
Enter C&G Roundabout and take the 1st exit onto A417
21 ft
7.
Exit the roundabout onto A417
0.9 mi
8.
Merge right onto Elmbridge Court Roundabout (A40)
652 ft
9.
Keep left onto A40
1.9 mi
10.
Take the ramp on the left towards Tewkesbury
0.3 mi
11.
Enter Golden Valley Junction and take the 1st exit towards M5
142 ft
12.
Exit the roundabout towards M5
34 mi
13.
Take the ramp on the left towards The NORTH EAST (M1)
11.6 mi
14.
Keep left towards The NORTH
14.5 mi
15.
Take the ramp on the left
474 ft
16.
Continue onto M42
14.3 mi
17.
Continue onto A42
13.7 mi
18.
Take the ramp towards M1: The NORTH
0.5 mi
19.
Merge right onto M1
42.2 mi
20.
Keep left onto M18
8.7 mi
21.
Take the ramp on the left onto M18
1311 ft
22.
Keep left towards A1(M): The NORTH
765 ft
23.
Continue onto Doncaster By-pass (A1(M))
0.3 mi
24.
Merge right onto Doncaster By-pass (A1(M))
7.1 mi
25.
Continue onto Doncaster Bypass (A1(M))
8.2 mi
26.
Keep right onto A1(M)
35 mi
27.
Keep right towards A1(M): The North
27.6 mi
28.
Keep right towards A1(M): Durham
30.7 mi
29.
Keep left towards A1: Newcastle
1.1 mi
30.
Take the ramp on the left towards Gateshead (South)
0.3 mi
31.
Enter Harlow Green and take the 3rd exit towards A167: Gateshead (South)
576 ft
32.
Exit the roundabout towards A167: Gateshead (South)
1.4 mi
33.
Turn right onto Kells Lane
0.5 mi
34.
Turn left onto Dryden Road
0.8 mi
35.
Turn right onto Durham Road (A167)
271 ft
36.
Turn left onto Prince Consort Road
0.3 mi
37.
Turn left onto Exeter Street
391 ft
38.
You have arrived at your destination, on the left
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What's the expense of traveling from Gloucester to Gateshead by car?

Embarking on the journey from Gloucester to Gateshead, one might ponder the cost of such a venture. Indeed, the expenditure amounts to 44.8 pounds when fueled by petrol. In this calculation, we delve into the intricate details, where the price of petrol stands at 143 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 22.4 pounds for each of two passengers, 14.93 pounds for three passengers, and merely 11.2 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 258.66 miles, the car craves around 31.4 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 (31.4 liters) by the price per liter (143 pence), we seamlessly arrive at the grand total of 44.8 pounds. Thus, the journey from Gloucester to Gateshead is marked by a fuel cost of 44.8 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 Gloucester to Gateshead.

The trip with diesel fuel costs 28.3 £ (151p/lt, 62.7 mpg).
For 2 passengers: 14.15 £ (28.3/2) /p.
For 3 passengers: 9.43 £ (28.3/3) /p.
For 4 passengers: 7.08 £ (28.3/4) /p.

Alternative routes from Gloucester to Gateshead

Meanwhile, the least speedy route from Gloucester to Gateshead covers 280.04 miles and necessitates 4 hours and 40 minutes for completion.

Which is the cheapest route from Gloucester to Gateshead by car?

The cheapest route from Gloucester to Gateshead is the first suggested route (259mi, 4h 19min) and costs 44.8 £ (petrol fuel cost, 143p/lt, 37.5mpg).

The most expensive route from Gloucester to Gateshead is the second suggested route (280mi, 4h 40min) and costs 48.5 £.

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 Gloucester to Gateshead?

There are two suggested routes. The fastest route is 259mi (distance from Gloucester to Gateshead) and its duration is 4h 19min. The slowest route is 280mi, and its duration is 4h 40min.

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

Where is Gloucester located?

Gloucester is located in Gloucestershire county and in England. It is situated at an altitude of 18 meters above sea level. Gloucester has coordinates 51.8642449o,-2.2381560o. RouteCalculator provides a map of Gloucester from which you can plan your trips to other UK cities.

What is the location of Gateshead?

Gateshead is located in Tyne and Wear county and in England. It is situated at an altitude of 81 meters above sea level. Gateshead has coordinates 54.9526800o,-1.6034110o. RouteCalculator provides a map of Gateshead from which you can plan your trips to other UK cities.