Kilmarnock Tamworth by car, distance and driving time

The distance between Kilmarnock and Tamworth by car is 295 miles. The driving time is 5 hours and 2 minutes.

How far is Tamworth from Kilmarnock? The driving distance is 295 miles, depending on the selected route and traffic conditions.

From: Kilmarnock, County: East Ayrshire, Scotland
To: Tamworth, County: Staffordshire, England
295 mi , 5 h 2 min
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Route from Kilmarnock to Tamworth on map



Driving directions from Kilmarnock to Tamworth

295 mi 5 h 2 min
1.
Head north on Hill Street
348 ft
2.
Turn right onto Witch Road (A735)
900 ft
3.
Continue onto Dean Lane (A735)
721 ft
4.
Turn right onto High Street (A735)
1092 ft
5.
Continue slightly left onto Green Street (A735)
382 ft
6.
Keep right onto Green Street (A735)
211 ft
7.
Continue onto Sturrock Street (A735)
1166 ft
8.
Keep left onto Sturrock Street (A735)
139 ft
9.
Turn left onto Old Mill Road (A735)
0.3 mi
10.
Continue onto Welbeck Street (A735)
837 ft
11.
Enter Victoria Roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Queen's Drive (A735)
111 ft
12.
Exit the roundabout onto Queen's Drive (A735)
814 ft
13.
Enter the roundabout and take the 1st exit onto Queen's Drive (A735)
42 ft
14.
Exit the roundabout onto Queen's Drive (A735)
0.4 mi
15.
Enter Bellfield Roundabout and take the 3rd exit onto A76
536 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 right onto M6 Toll
12.2 mi
35.
Take the ramp on the left onto M6 Toll
0.5 mi
36.
Enter Weeford Island and take the 3rd exit onto A5
770 ft
37.
Exit the roundabout onto A5
3.5 mi
38.
Take the ramp on the left
795 ft
39.
Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Bonehill Road (A453)
103 ft
40.
Exit the roundabout onto Bonehill Road (A453)
0.6 mi
41.
Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Bonehill Road (A453)
105 ft
42.
Exit the roundabout onto Bonehill Road (A453)
656 ft
43.
Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Bonehill Road (A453)
94 ft
44.
Exit the roundabout onto Bonehill Road (A453)
1168 ft
45.
Enter Jolly Sailor Roundabout and take the 1st exit onto Tame Drive (A51)
41 ft
46.
Exit the roundabout onto Tame Drive (A51)
0.3 mi
47.
Enter the roundabout and take the 4th exit onto Lichfield Street (B5493)
385 ft
48.
Exit the roundabout onto Lichfield Street (B5493)
0.3 mi
49.
Continue left onto Aldergate (B5493)
1137 ft
50.
Turn right onto Albert Road
691 ft
51.
Make a slight right onto Marmion Street
360 ft
52.
Make a slight left to stay on Marmion Street
748 ft
53.
Turn right
94 ft
54.
Turn right
22 ft
55.
You have arrived at your destination
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How much does it cost to travel from Kilmarnock to Tamworth by car?

The journey from Kilmarnock to Tamworth by car comes with a price tag of £51.5 if you're using petrol. Let's break it down. The petrol price we're talking about here is 144 pence per liter, and the car chugs along at 37.5 miles per gallon. Now, if you're thinking about carpooling with a couple of mates, each of you only has to fork out £25.75 for the trip (£51.5 divided by 2). With three buddies on board, it's about £17.17 each (£51.5 divided by 3), and if you've got a full car of four, it's just £12.88 each (£51.5 divided by 4). So, that's the financial aspect of the journey.

Now, let's dive into the nitty-gritty of how we got these figures. The fuel cost calculation is based on how far you're traveling and how thirsty your car is. For this journey, you'd need about 35.7 liters of fuel. And that's where the £51.5 comes from for the trip from Kilmarnock to Tamworth.

In summary, the total fuel cost for the journey is £51.5, factoring in the distance, petrol price, and car fuel consumption. Whether you're flying solo or sharing the ride with friends, knowing the breakdown of these costs can help you plan your trip and budget accordingly.
 

 

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 Kilmarnock to Tamworth.

The trip with diesel fuel costs 35.7 £ (167p/lt, 62.7 mpg).
For 2 passengers: 17.85 £ (35.7/2) /p.
For 3 passengers: 11.9 £ (35.7/3) /p.
For 4 passengers: 8.93 £ (35.7/4) /p.

Where is Kilmarnock located?

Kilmarnock is located in East Ayrshire county and in Scotland. It is situated at an altitude of 51 meters above sea level. Kilmarnock has coordinates 55.6147190o,-4.4987920o. RouteCalculator provides a map of Kilmarnock from which you can plan your trips to other UK cities.

What is the location of Tamworth?

Tamworth is located in Staffordshire county and in England. It is situated at an altitude of 63 meters above sea level. Tamworth has coordinates 52.6335840o,-1.6910320o. RouteCalculator provides a map of Tamworth from which you can plan your trips to other UK cities.