Hamilton Bedford by car, distance and driving time

The distance between Hamilton and Bedford by car is 356 miles. The driving time is 5 hours and 52 minutes.

How far is Bedford from Hamilton? The driving distance is 356 miles, depending on the selected route and traffic conditions.

From: Hamilton, County: South Lanarkshire, Scotland
To: Bedford, County: Bedfordshire, England
356 mi , 5 h 52 min
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Route from Hamilton to Bedford on map



Driving directions from Hamilton to Bedford

356 mi 5 h 52 min
1.
Head east on Wellhall Road (B755)
62 ft
2.
Continue onto Almada Street (A72)
0.4 mi
3.
Enter the roundabout and take the 3rd exit onto Muir Street (A72)
157 ft
4.
Exit the roundabout onto Muir Street (A72)
0.4 mi
5.
Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto A72
101 ft
6.
Exit the roundabout onto A72
1028 ft
7.
Enter the roundabout and take the 1st exit onto Palace Grounds Road (A72)
188 ft
8.
Exit the roundabout onto Palace Grounds Road (A72)
349 ft
9.
Make a slight left onto A723
739 ft
10.
Take the ramp on the left onto M74
0.3 mi
11.
Keep right onto M74
25 mi
12.
Continue onto A74(M)
49 mi
13.
Continue onto M6
98 mi
14.
Keep right onto Preston Bypass (M6)
86 mi
15.
Keep left onto M6
9.4 mi
16.
Keep right onto M6
37.9 mi
17.
Take the ramp on the left towards M1: The SOUTH
1.6 mi
18.
Merge right onto M1
36.3 mi
19.
Take the ramp on the left towards Bedford
0.3 mi
20.
Enter Ridgmont Interchange and take the 1st exit towards A421 Bedford
22 ft
21.
Exit the roundabout towards A421 Bedford
1144 ft
22.
Take the ramp towards A421: Bedford
0.3 mi
23.
Merge right onto A421
7.6 mi
24.
Take the ramp on the left
0.3 mi
25.
Enter Elstow Interchange and take the 1st exit onto A5141
47 ft
26.
Exit the roundabout onto A5141
1.5 mi
27.
Turn left onto Britannia Road (A5141)
905 ft
28.
Turn right onto Cauldwell Street (A5141)
0.3 mi
29.
Keep left onto St Mary's Street (A600)
863 ft
30.
Continue left onto St Paul's Square (A600)
525 ft
31.
Turn right to stay on St Paul's Square (A600)
410 ft
32.
You have arrived at your destination, on the left
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What's the expense of traveling from Hamilton to Bedford by car?

The cost of travelling by automobile from Hamilton to Bedford is £62.1 when using petrol. Let us analyse and dissect the information. The petrol price under discussion is 144 pence per litre, while the car's fuel efficiency is 37.5 miles per gallon. If you are considering carpooling with a few friends, each person just needs to contribute £31.05 for the journey (£62.1 divided by 2). When there are three people in the car, each person will pay approximately £20.7 (£62.1 divided by 3). If there are four people in the car, each person would pay £15.53 (£62.1 divided by 4). Thus, that encompasses the financial facet of the expedition.

Now, let's delve into the intricate details of how we obtained these figures. The gasoline cost calculation is determined by the distance of your travel and the fuel efficiency of your car. To complete this journey, you would require approximately 43.2 litres of fuel. And that's the source of the £62.1 fare for the journey from Hamilton to Bedford.

The whole fuel expenditure for the trip amounts to £62.1, taking into account the distance travelled, the price of petrol, and the fuel efficiency of the car. Regardless of whether you are travelling alone or with companions, understanding the breakdown of these expenses may assist you in organising your journey and managing your finances effectively.
 

 

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 Hamilton to Bedford.

The trip with diesel fuel costs 43.1 £ (167p/lt, 62.7 mpg).
For 2 passengers: 21.55 £ (43.1/2) /p.
For 3 passengers: 14.37 £ (43.1/3) /p.
For 4 passengers: 10.78 £ (43.1/4) /p.

Where is Hamilton located?

Hamilton is located in South Lanarkshire county and in Scotland. It is situated at an altitude of 67 meters above sea level. Hamilton has coordinates 55.7776330o,-4.0536790o. RouteCalculator provides a map of Hamilton from which you can plan your trips to other UK cities.

What is the location of Bedford?

Bedford is located in Bedfordshire county and in England. It is situated at an altitude of 34 meters above sea level. Bedford has coordinates 52.1359729o,-0.4666546o. RouteCalculator provides a map of Bedford from which you can plan your trips to other UK cities.