Route from Irvine to Luton

The distance between Irvine and Luton is 382 miles. Travel time is 6 hours and 29 minutes.

From: Irvine, County: North Ayrshire, Scotland
To: Luton, County: Bedfordshire, England
382 mi , 6 h 29 min
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Route from Irvine to Luton on map



Driving directions from Irvine to Luton

382 mi 6 h 29 min
1.
Head southeast
153 ft
2.
Turn left onto McKinlay Crescent
63 ft
3.
Turn right onto Fullarton Street (A737)
641 ft
4.
Continue onto Ayr Road (A737)
1078 ft
5.
Enter Merryvale Roundabout and take the 1st exit onto A71
17 ft
6.
Exit the roundabout onto A71
0.5 mi
7.
Enter Milgarholm Roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto A71
213 ft
8.
Exit the roundabout onto A71
0.2 mi
9.
Enter Warrix Interchange and take the 2nd exit onto A71
484 ft
10.
Exit the roundabout onto A71
1.6 mi
11.
Enter Corsehill Mount Roundabout and take the 3rd exit onto A71
588 ft
12.
Exit the roundabout onto A71
2.8 mi
13.
Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto A71
311 ft
14.
Exit the roundabout onto A71
2.3 mi
15.
Enter Bellfield Roundabout and take the 4th exit onto A76
771 ft
16.
Exit the roundabout onto A76
1.7 mi
17.
Enter the roundabout and take the 3rd exit onto A76
208 ft
18.
Exit the roundabout onto A76
0.7 mi
19.
Enter Crossroads Roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto A76
150 ft
20.
Exit the roundabout onto A76
4.7 mi
21.
Turn left onto High Street (B743)
537 ft
22.
Continue onto Loan (B743)
346 ft
23.
Continue onto Sorn Road (B743)
4.2 mi
24.
Make a slight left onto B743
7 mi
25.
Turn left onto A70
12.3 mi
26.
Turn right onto A70
1.9 mi
27.
Enter the roundabout and take the 1st exit onto A70
27 ft
28.
Exit the roundabout onto A70
1101 ft
29.
Enter the roundabout and take the 3rd exit onto M74
498 ft
30.
Exit the roundabout onto M74
7.6 mi
31.
Continue onto A74(M)
49 mi
32.
Continue onto M6
98 mi
33.
Keep right onto Preston Bypass (M6)
86 mi
34.
Keep left onto M6
9.4 mi
35.
Keep right onto M6
37.9 mi
36.
Take the ramp on the left towards M1: The SOUTH
1.6 mi
37.
Merge right onto M1
47.8 mi
38.
Take the ramp on the left towards A505: Luton
0.3 mi
39.
Enter Leagrave Interchange and take the 1st exit onto Dunstable Road
13 ft
40.
Exit the roundabout onto Dunstable Road
0.6 mi
41.
Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto A505
96 ft
42.
Exit the roundabout onto A505
1.1 mi
43.
Turn right onto Leagrave Road (A505)
386 ft
44.
Make a slight left onto Dunstable Road (A505)
0.4 mi
45.
Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Dunstable Road (A505)
151 ft
46.
Exit the roundabout onto Dunstable Road (A505)
860 ft
47.
Turn right onto Cardiff Road
430 ft
48.
Turn left onto Adelaide Street
959 ft
49.
Turn left onto Wellington Street
296 ft
50.
Turn left onto Stuart Street (A505)
299 ft
51.
You have arrived at your destination
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How much does it cost to travel from Irvine to Luton by car?

The journey, fueled by petrol, comes to £66.7. In this calculation, we've assumed a petrol price of 144 pence per liter and the car's petrol consumption at 37.5 miles per gallon.

For those considering carpooling, with two passengers, the cost per person is £33.35 (£66.7/2). With three passengers, the cost reduces to £22.23 per person (£66.7/3). And for four passengers, it further decreases to £16.68 per person (£66.7/4).

To break it down further, here's how we arrive at the result:

The fuel required is determined by dividing the distance by the car's fuel consumption. For a journey of 381.82 miles, this calculation involves multiplying 381.82 miles by 4.54609 (liters per gallon) and dividing by the car's consumption of 37.5 mpg, resulting in 46.3 liters of fuel needed.

The fuel cost is then calculated by multiplying the fuel needed by the price per liter. For 46.3 liters of fuel at 144 pence per liter, the total comes to £66.7.

In conclusion, the fuel cost from Irvine to Luton amounts to £66.7.

 

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 Irvine to Luton.

The trip with diesel fuel costs 46.2 £ (167p/lt, 62.7 mpg).
For 2 passengers: 23.1 £ (46.2/2) /p.
For 3 passengers: 15.4 £ (46.2/3) /p.
For 4 passengers: 11.55 £ (46.2/4) /p.

Where is Irvine located?

Irvine is located in North Ayrshire county and in Scotland. It is situated at an altitude of 6 meters above sea level. Irvine has coordinates 55.6115669o,-4.6696364o. RouteCalculator provides a map of Irvine from which you can plan your trips to other UK cities.

What is the location of Luton?

Luton is located in Bedfordshire county and in England. It is situated at an altitude of 121 meters above sea level. Luton has coordinates 51.8786707o,-0.4200255o. RouteCalculator provides a map of Luton from which you can plan your trips to other UK cities.