Lewes East Dorset by car, distance and driving time
The distance between Lewes and East Dorset by car is 100 miles. The driving time is 1 hour and 56 minutes.
How far is East Dorset from Lewes? The driving distance is 100 miles, depending on the selected route and traffic conditions.
To: East Dorset, County: Dorset, EnglandDriving directions from Lewes to East Dorset
How much is the expense of driving from Lewes to East Dorset?
The expense of driving from Lewes to East Dorset using petrol amounts to £17.5. This computation is based on a petrol price of 144 pence per liter and a car's fuel efficiency of 37.5 miles per gallon. For those considering carpooling arrangements, the cost per passenger decreases with more occupants. With two passengers, the cost per person is £8.75 (£17.5 divided by 2). With three passengers, it's approximately £5.83 per person (£17.5 divided by 3), and with four passengers, it's £4.38 per person (£17.5 divided by 4).
To delve deeper into the calculations, we can explore the fuel cost calculation. This is determined by the distance traveled and the car's fuel consumption rate. For this journey, approximately 12.2 liters of fuel would be required. Multiplying this by the petrol price per liter results in the total fuel cost of £17.5 for the trip from Lewes to East Dorset.
One thing that can affect fuel consumption is the condition of the road for the following reasons:
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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 Lewes to East Dorset.
The trip with diesel fuel costs 12.1 £ (167p/lt, 62.7 mpg).
For 2 passengers: 6.05 £ (12.1/2) /p.
For 3 passengers: 4.03 £ (12.1/3) /p.
For 4 passengers: 3.03 £ (12.1/4) /p.
Alternative routes from Lewes to East Dorset
The most time-consuming route from Lewes to East Dorset spans a distance of 99.6 miles and requires a travel time of 2 hours and 19 minutes.
Which is the cheapest route from Lewes to East Dorset by car?
The cheapest route from Lewes to East Dorset is the second suggested route (100mi, 2h 19min) and costs 17.4 £ (petrol fuel cost, 144p/lt, 37.5mpg).
The most expensive route from Lewes to East Dorset is the first suggested route (100mi, 1h 56min) and costs 17.5 £.
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 Lewes to East Dorset?
There are two suggested routes. The fastest route is 100mi (distance from Lewes to East Dorset) and its duration is 1h 56min. The slowest route is 100mi, and its duration is 2h 19min.
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In case you share the journey (carpooling) from Lewes to East Dorset with other people or friends, RouteCalculator provides the cost of the journey and the amount that each passenger will have to pay.
Where is Lewes located?
Lewes is located in East Sussex county and in England. It is situated at an altitude of 32 meters above sea level. Lewes has coordinates 50.8738720o,0.0087800o. RouteCalculator provides a map of Lewes from which you can plan your trips to other UK cities.
What is the location of East Dorset?
East Dorset is located in Dorset county and in England. It is situated at an altitude of 43 meters above sea level. East Dorset has coordinates 50.8715475o,-1.9179876o. RouteCalculator provides a map of East Dorset from which you can plan your trips to other UK cities.
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