Route from Kingston upon Thames to Livingston
The distance between Kingston upon Thames and Livingston is 410 miles. Travel time is 7 hours and 3 minutes.
To: Livingston, County: West Lothian, ScotlandDriving directions from Kingston upon Thames to Livingston
What's the expense of traveling from Kingston upon Thames to Livingston by car?
The trip fueled by petrol comes to £71.1. This calculation is based on a petrol price of 143 pence per liter and the car's consumption rate of 37.5 miles per gallon.
For those interested in carpooling, the cost per passenger decreases with more occupants. With two passengers, each person's share is £35.55 (£71.1/2). For three passengers, the cost per person reduces to £23.7 (£71.1/3), and with four passengers, it further decreases to £17.78 (£71.1/4).
To delve deeper into the calculation, let's examine how we arrive at the result:
Firstly, we determine the fuel required by dividing the distance by the car's fuel consumption rate. For a journey of 410.23 miles, this calculation involves multiplying 410.23 miles by 4.54609 (liters per gallon) and dividing by the car's consumption of 37.5 mpg, resulting in 49.7 liters of fuel needed.
Next, we calculate the fuel cost by multiplying the fuel needed by the price per liter. With 49.7 liters of fuel at 143 pence per liter, the total cost comes to £71.1.
In summary, the fuel cost for the trip from Kingston upon Thames to Livingston amounts to £71.1.
The state of the road might impact fuel usage due to many factors.
Surface roughness refers to the unevenness of road surfaces, which can be caused by potholes, fractures, or uneven pavement. This unevenness can lead to an increase in rolling resistance. Consequently, the tires must exert more effort to sustain velocity, resulting in increased fuel consumption.
Friction: The presence of inadequate road conditions can augment the level of friction between the tires and the road surface. The friction between surfaces generates drag, necessitating the engine to exert more effort to overcome it. Consequently, the use of fuel might escalate, particularly when driving at higher velocities.
Traffic congestion refers to the situation where roads experience a high volume of vehicles, resulting in frequent halts, starts, and prolonged waiting in traffic lines. The consistent acceleration and deceleration can result in higher fuel usage when compared to driving on uncongested, unrestricted roadways.
Changes in elevation can have an impact on fuel usage, particularly for vehicles equipped with less powerful engines, when encountering roads with steep inclines or drops. Ascending a slope necessitates greater engine power and consequently more fuel consumption, but descending a decline may necessitate additional braking and fuel usage to maintain control.
Weather Conditions: Inclement weather conditions, including precipitation such as rain, snow, or ice, can have a detrimental impact on road grip and the stability of vehicles. Motorists may be required to modify their velocity and driving conduct, which can have an effect on fuel usage.
Surface Quality: Smooth road surfaces with high-quality pavement often lead to decreased fuel consumption in comparison to rough or inadequately maintained roads. The reason for this is that smooth roads decrease rolling resistance, hence enabling more efficient vehicle performance.
In general, the quality of roads has a substantial impact on petrololine consumption, and drivers may encounter differences in fuel economy based on the state of the roads they are traveling on.
Diesel cost from Kingston upon Thames to Livingston.
The trip with diesel fuel costs 44.9 £ (151p/lt, 62.7 mpg).
For 2 passengers: 22.45 £ (44.9/2) /p.
For 3 passengers: 14.97 £ (44.9/3) /p.
For 4 passengers: 11.23 £ (44.9/4) /p.
Where is Kingston upon Thames located?
Kingston upon Thames is located in Greater London county and in England. It is situated at an altitude of 8 meters above sea level. Kingston upon Thames has coordinates 51.4123300o,-0.3006890o. RouteCalculator provides a map of Kingston upon Thames from which you can plan your trips to other UK cities.
What is the location of Livingston?
Livingston is located in West Lothian county and in Scotland. It is situated at an altitude of 157 meters above sea level. Livingston has coordinates 55.9007080o,-3.5180680o. RouteCalculator provides a map of Livingston from which you can plan your trips to other UK cities.
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