Hamilton Taunton Deane by car, distance and driving time

The distance between Hamilton and Taunton Deane by car is 409 miles. The driving time is 6 hours and 43 minutes.

How far is Taunton Deane from Hamilton? The driving distance is 409 miles, depending on the selected route and traffic conditions.

From: Hamilton, County: South Lanarkshire, Scotland
To: Taunton Deane, County: Somerset, England
409 mi , 6 h 43 min
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Route from Hamilton to Taunton Deane on map



Driving directions from Hamilton to Taunton Deane

409 mi 6 h 43 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 left onto M5
136 mi
17.
Take the ramp on the left onto M5
0.3 mi
18.
Enter Chelston Interchange and take the 3rd exit onto Chelston Link (A38)
712 ft
19.
Exit the roundabout onto Chelston Link (A38)
0.8 mi
20.
Enter Chelston Roundabout and take the 5th exit onto A38
361 ft
21.
Exit the roundabout onto A38
1.3 mi
22.
Turn left onto Bradford Road
0.5 mi
23.
Continue onto Regent Street
703 ft
24.
Make a slight left onto Oake Road
0.9 mi
25.
You have arrived at your destination, on the right
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What is the financial outlay associated with traveling from Hamilton to Taunton Deane by car?

The journey, powered by petrol, incurs a cost of £71.4. In this computational scenario, the price of petrol is assumed to be 144 pence per liter, and the car's fuel efficiency stands at 37.5 miles per gallon.

For individuals contemplating carpooling arrangements, the expenditure per traveler diminishes as the number of passengers increases. With two passengers, the cost per person amounts to £35.7 (£71.4/2). For a trio of passengers, the cost per person reduces to £23.8 (£71.4/3), and for a quartet of passengers, it further decreases to £17.85 (£71.4/4).

To provide further elucidation on the calculation process, let us dissect how the final figure is derived:

Initially, the requisite fuel quantity is determined by dividing the distance traveled by the car's fuel consumption rate. For a journey spanning 408.97 miles, this computation entails multiplying 408.97 miles by 4.54609 (liters per gallon) and subsequently dividing by the car's fuel efficiency of 37.5 mpg, resulting in a requirement of 49.6 liters of fuel.

Subsequently, the fuel expenditure is computed by multiplying the amount of fuel required by the price per liter. Given a consumption of 49.6 liters of fuel at a rate of 144 pence per liter, the cumulative cost equals £71.4.

In summation, the total fuel expenditure for the trip from Hamilton to Taunton Deane stands at £71.4.

 

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 Hamilton to Taunton Deane.

The trip with diesel fuel costs 49.5 £ (167p/lt, 62.7 mpg).
For 2 passengers: 24.75 £ (49.5/2) /p.
For 3 passengers: 16.5 £ (49.5/3) /p.
For 4 passengers: 12.38 £ (49.5/4) /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 Taunton Deane?

Taunton Deane is located in Somerset county and in England. It is situated at an altitude of 36 meters above sea level. Taunton Deane has coordinates 51.0106209o,-3.1901158o. RouteCalculator provides a map of Taunton Deane from which you can plan your trips to other UK cities.