Hamilton Falkirk by car, distance and driving time

The distance between Hamilton and Falkirk by car is 25.7 miles. The driving time is 32 minutes.

How far is Falkirk from Hamilton? The driving distance is 25.7 miles, depending on the selected route and traffic conditions.

From: Hamilton, County: South Lanarkshire, Scotland
To: Falkirk, County: Falkirk, Scotland
25.7 mi , 32 min
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Route from Hamilton to Falkirk on map



Driving directions from Hamilton to Falkirk

25.7 mi 32 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 1st exit onto Bothwell Road (B7071)
10 ft
4.
Exit the roundabout onto Bothwell Road (B7071)
1.2 mi
5.
Continue onto Hamilton Road (B7071)
592 ft
6.
Turn right onto Bellshill Road (A7071)
0.3 mi
7.
Take the ramp on the left onto M74
2.5 mi
8.
Take exit 4 on the left towards M73: Stirling
0.3 mi
9.
Keep right towards M73: Stirling
7.4 mi
10.
Merge right onto M80
7.2 mi
11.
Keep left towards M876: Kincardine Bridges
2.2 mi
12.
Take exit 1 on the left towards A883: Falkirk
287 ft
13.
Continue towards A883: Falkirk
658 ft
14.
Turn left onto A883
0.3 mi
15.
Enter Checkbar Roundabout and take the 2nd exit
183 ft
16.
Exit the roundabout
106 ft
17.
Go straight onto A883
1.3 mi
18.
Enter Three Bridges and take the 1st exit towards Falkirk
89 ft
19.
Exit the roundabout towards Falkirk
0.9 mi
20.
Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Main Street (A803)
103 ft
21.
Exit the roundabout onto Main Street (A803)
0.4 mi
22.
Enter Rosebank Roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Camelon Road (A803)
179 ft
23.
Exit the roundabout onto Camelon Road (A803)
0.6 mi
24.
Continue onto West Bridge Street (A803)
571 ft
25.
Turn left onto Hope Street (A803)
458 ft
26.
Continue onto Garrison Place (A803)
918 ft
27.
Enter Garrison Place Roundabout and exit onto Garrison Place Roundabout (A803)
64 ft
28.
You have arrived at your destination, on the right
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What's the expense of traveling from Hamilton to Falkirk by car?

Embarking on the journey from Hamilton to Falkirk, one might ponder the cost of such a venture. Indeed, the expenditure amounts to 4.5 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 2.25 pounds for each of two passengers, 1.5 pounds for three passengers, and merely 1.13 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 25.71 miles, the car craves around 3.1 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 (3.1 liters) by the price per liter (144 pence), we seamlessly arrive at the grand total of 4.5 pounds. Thus, the journey from Hamilton to Falkirk is marked by a fuel cost of 4.5 pounds.
 

 

One thing that can affect car fuel consumption is tire air pressure for the following reasons:

  1. Rolling Resistance: Properly inflated tires have less rolling resistance, meaning they require less energy to keep the vehicle moving. This reduces the workload on the engine and improves fuel efficiency. On the other hand, under-inflated tires increase rolling resistance, forcing the engine to work harder and consuming more fuel.

  2. Optimal Performance: Tires that are inflated to the manufacturer's recommended pressure level ensure optimal performance and fuel efficiency. Deviating from this recommended pressure level, either by under-inflating or over-inflating the tires, can lead to decreased fuel efficiency.

  3. Tire Wear: Improper tire inflation can cause uneven tire wear, which can further increase rolling resistance and fuel consumption. Regularly checking and maintaining proper tire pressure can help prevent premature tire wear and maintain fuel efficiency.

  4. Handling and Stability: Properly inflated tires also contribute to better handling and stability, especially during cornering and braking. This can lead to smoother driving, which in turn can help improve fuel efficiency by reducing the need for sudden acceleration or braking maneuvers.

  5. Environmental Impact: Maintaining proper tire pressure is not only beneficial for fuel efficiency but also reduces tire wear and extends tire life. This helps reduce the environmental impact associated with tire disposal and manufacturing, contributing to overall sustainability.

Overall, maintaining proper tire air pressure is essential for optimal fuel efficiency, vehicle performance, and safety. Regularly checking and adjusting tire pressure according to the manufacturer's recommendations can help drivers save fuel and reduce their environmental footprint.

Diesel cost from Hamilton to Falkirk.

The trip with diesel fuel costs 3.1 £ (167p/lt, 62.7 mpg).
For 2 passengers: 1.55 £ (3.1/2) /p.
For 3 passengers: 1.03 £ (3.1/3) /p.
For 4 passengers: 0.78 £ (3.1/4) /p.

Alternative routes from Hamilton to Falkirk

The second route from Hamilton to the Falkirk is 23.45 miles and takes 39 minutes.

Which is the cheapest route from Hamilton to Falkirk by car?

The cheapest route from Hamilton to Falkirk is the second suggested route (23.5mi, 39min) and costs 4.1 £ (petrol fuel cost, 144p/lt, 37.5mpg).

The most expensive route from Hamilton to Falkirk is the first suggested route (25.7mi, 32min) and costs 4.5 £.

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 Hamilton to Falkirk?

There are two suggested routes. The fastest route is 25.7mi (distance from Hamilton to Falkirk) and its duration is 32min. The slowest route is 23.5mi, and its duration is 39min.

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

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 Falkirk?

Falkirk is located in Falkirk county and in Scotland. It is situated at an altitude of 29 meters above sea level. Falkirk has coordinates 56.0018775o,-3.7839131o. RouteCalculator provides a map of Falkirk from which you can plan your trips to other UK cities.