Route from Lewes to Mole Valley
The distance between Lewes and Mole Valley is 41.2 miles. Travel time is 48 minutes.
To: Mole Valley, County: Surrey, EnglandDriving directions from Lewes to Mole Valley
How much does a trip from London to Brighton set you back in petrol costs?
The answer: £7.2. In this calculation, we're considering a petrol price of 144 pence per liter and a car's fuel efficiency rated at 37.5 miles per gallon. Carpooling with two passengers reduces the cost per person to £3.6 (£7.2 divided by 2). With three passengers, the expense drops to approximately £2.4 per passenger (£7.2 divided by 3), and with a full car of four, it's just £1.8 per passenger (£7.2 divided by 4).
Now, let's dissect the numbers behind this. The fuel cost is determined by the distance traveled and the car's fuel consumption rate. For this journey, you'll need approximately 5 liters of fuel. Crunching the figures, that's where the total of £7.2 comes from for the journey from Lewes to Mole Valley.
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 Lewes to Mole Valley.
The trip with diesel fuel costs 5 £ (167p/lt, 62.7 mpg).
For 2 passengers: 2.5 £ (5/2) /p.
For 3 passengers: 1.67 £ (5/3) /p.
For 4 passengers: 1.25 £ (5/4) /p.
Alternative routes from Lewes to Mole Valley
Meanwhile, the least speedy route from Lewes to Mole Valley covers 39.57 miles and necessitates 55 minutes for completion.
Which is the cheapest route from Lewes to Mole Valley by car?
The cheapest route from Lewes to Mole Valley is the second suggested route (39.6mi, 55min) and costs 6.9 £ (petrol fuel cost, 144p/lt, 37.5mpg).
The most expensive route from Lewes to Mole Valley is the first suggested route (41.2mi, 48min) and costs 7.2 £.
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 Lewes to Mole Valley?
There are two suggested routes. The fastest route is 41.2mi (distance from Lewes to Mole Valley) and its duration is 48min. The slowest route is 39.6mi, and its duration is 55min.
RouteCalculator provides you with the information to prepare your trip from Lewes to Mole Valley by car or motorbike. It offers you alternative road routes that you can follow to go from Lewes to Mole Valley. It provides driving directions from Lewes to Mole Valley, i.e. where to turn and when, distance of the Lewes - Mole Valley 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 Lewes to Mole Valley 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 Mole Valley?
Mole Valley is located in Surrey county and in England. It is situated at an altitude of 107 meters above sea level. Mole Valley has coordinates 51.2208513o,-0.3261145o. RouteCalculator provides a map of Mole Valley from which you can plan your trips to other UK cities.
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