Route from Leicester to Sefton
The distance between Leicester and Sefton is 124 miles. Travel time is 2 hours and 14 minutes.

Driving directions from Leicester to Sefton
How much does it cost to drive from Leicester to Sefton with petrol?
Let's delve into the expenses of a road trip from Leicester to Sefton. The journey using petrol will set you back 21.4 pounds. Now, let's walk through how we arrived at this figure.
Firstly, we consider the price of petrol, which is 143 pence per liter. Next, we take into account the car's fuel consumption rate, which stands at 37.5 miles per gallon.
Now, suppose you're carpooling. If there are two passengers sharing the ride, each person will contribute 10.7 pounds (£21.4 divided by 2). With three passengers, the cost per person drops to around 7.13 pounds (£21.4 divided by 3). And if there are four passengers onboard, each person chips in 5.35 pounds (£21.4 divided by 4).
Let's delve deeper into the calculations. To determine how much fuel is needed for the trip, we rely on the distance and the car's fuel efficiency. The distance between Leicester and Sefton is approximately 123.62 miles. So, to cover this distance, the car will require roughly 15 liters of petrol. We obtained this value by dividing the distance by the car's fuel consumption rate of 37.5 miles per gallon and then converting it to liters.
Once we have the amount of fuel needed, we calculate the total cost. Multiplying the fuel quantity (15 liters) by the price per liter (143 pence) yields 21.4 pounds. Therefore, the fuel cost for the journey from Leicester to Sefton is 21.4 pounds.
One thing that can affect car fuel consumption is the use of air conditioning (AC) for the following reasons:
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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 Leicester to Sefton.
The trip with diesel fuel costs 13.5 £ (151p/lt, 62.7 mpg).
For 2 passengers: 6.75 £ (13.5/2) /p.
For 3 passengers: 4.5 £ (13.5/3) /p.
For 4 passengers: 3.38 £ (13.5/4) /p.
Alternative routes from Leicester to Sefton
The second route from Leicester to the Sefton is 133.59 miles and takes 2 hours and 24 minutes.
The third route from Leicester to the Sefton is 120.83 miles and takes 2 hours and 41 minutes.
Which is the cheapest route from Leicester to Sefton by car?
The cheapest route from Leicester to Sefton is the third suggested route (121mi, 2h 41min) and costs 20.9 £ (petrol fuel cost, 143p/lt, 37.5mpg).
The second cheapest route from Leicester to Sefton is the first suggested route (124mi, 2h 14min) and costs 21.4 £.
The most expensive route from Leicester to Sefton is the second suggested route (134mi, 2h 24min) and costs 23.2 £.
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 Leicester to Sefton?
There are three suggested routes. The fastest route is 124mi (distance from Leicester to Sefton) and its duration is 2h 14min. The other route is 134mi, and its duration is 2h 24min. The slowest route is 121mi, and its duration is 2h 41min.
RouteCalculator provides you with the information to prepare your trip from Leicester to Sefton by car or motorbike. It offers you alternative road routes that you can follow to go from Leicester to Sefton. It provides driving directions from Leicester to Sefton, i.e. where to turn and when, distance of the Leicester - Sefton 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 Leicester to Sefton with other people or friends, RouteCalculator provides the cost of the journey and the amount that each passenger will have to pay.
Where is Leicester located?
Leicester is located in Leicestershire county and in England. It is situated at an altitude of 62 meters above sea level. Leicester has coordinates 52.6368778o,-1.1397592o. RouteCalculator provides a map of Leicester from which you can plan your trips to other UK cities.
What is the location of Sefton?
Sefton is located in Merseyside county and in England. It is situated at an altitude of 8 meters above sea level. Sefton has coordinates 53.5034767o,-3.0350661o. RouteCalculator provides a map of Sefton from which you can plan your trips to other UK cities.
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