Maidstone Runnymede by car, distance and driving time

The distance between Maidstone and Runnymede by car is 60 miles. The driving time is 1 hour and 3 minutes.

How far is Runnymede from Maidstone? The driving distance is 60 miles, depending on the selected route and traffic conditions.

From: Maidstone, County: Kent, England
To: Runnymede, County: Surrey, England
60 mi , 1 h 3 min
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Route from Maidstone to Runnymede on map



Driving directions from Maidstone to Runnymede

60 mi 1 h 3 min
1.
Head north on College Road (A229)
16 ft
2.
Continue onto Mill Street (A229)
443 ft
3.
Keep left onto Bishops Way (A229)
751 ft
4.
Turn left onto Broadway (A229)
793 ft
5.
Continue onto Tonbridge Road (A20)
732 ft
6.
Turn right onto Terrace Road (A20)
573 ft
7.
Go straight onto London Road (A20)
1.8 mi
8.
Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto London Road (A20)
135 ft
9.
Exit the roundabout onto London Road (A20)
1249 ft
10.
Keep left onto Coldharbour Lane (A20)
679 ft
11.
Take the ramp on the left towards M20: London
5.5 mi
12.
Keep left towards Gatwick
10 mi
13.
Merge right onto M25
38.5 mi
14.
Take the ramp on the left towards A30: London (W)
856 ft
15.
Go straight onto A30
1105 ft
16.
Enter Runnymede Roundabout and take the 4th exit onto A30
0.3 mi
17.
Exit the roundabout onto A30
1094 ft
18.
Take the ramp on the right towards M25
2.4 mi
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You have arrived at your destination, on the left
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How much is the expense of driving from Maidstone to Runnymede?

The expense of driving from Maidstone to Runnymede, using petrol as the fuel source, amounts to £10.5. This calculation derives from considering the petrol price as 144 pence per liter and the car's fuel efficiency at 37.5 miles per gallon. When carpooling with two passengers, the cost of the trip per passenger is halved to £5.25 (£10.5 divided by 2). With three passengers, the expense drops to approximately £3.5 per passenger (£10.5 divided by 3), and with four passengers, it's reduced further to £2.63 per passenger (£10.5 divided by 4).

To delve into the details of the calculations, the fuel cost computation is reliant on the distance traveled and the car's fuel consumption rate. For the journey from Maidstone to Runnymede, approximately 7.3 liters of fuel would be required. This amount is determined by dividing the distance of 59.97 miles by the car's fuel consumption rate of 37.5 miles per gallon, and then converting from gallons to liters using the conversion factor of 4.54609 liters per gallon.

Multiplying the fuel needed by the petrol price per liter results in the total fuel cost of £10.5 for the trip. This breakdown illustrates the impact of various factors, such as fuel price and consumption rate, on the overall cost of the journey, providing insights for individuals planning similar trips and requiring budget estimates.
 

 

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 Maidstone to Runnymede.

The trip with diesel fuel costs 7.3 £ (167p/lt, 62.7 mpg).
For 2 passengers: 3.65 £ (7.3/2) /p.
For 3 passengers: 2.43 £ (7.3/3) /p.
For 4 passengers: 1.83 £ (7.3/4) /p.

Alternative routes from Maidstone to Runnymede

The most time-consuming route from Maidstone to Runnymede spans a distance of 60.88 miles and requires a travel time of 1 hour and 44 minutes.

Which is the cheapest route from Maidstone to Runnymede by car?

The cheapest route from Maidstone to Runnymede is the first suggested route (60mi, 1h 3min) and costs 10.5 £ (petrol fuel cost, 144p/lt, 37.5mpg).

The most expensive route from Maidstone to Runnymede is the second suggested route (60.9mi, 1h 44min) and costs 10.6 £.

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 Maidstone to Runnymede?

There are two suggested routes. The fastest route is 60mi (distance from Maidstone to Runnymede) and its duration is 1h 3min. The slowest route is 60.9mi, and its duration is 1h 44min.

RouteCalculator provides you with the information to prepare your trip from Maidstone to Runnymede by car or motorbike. It offers you alternative road routes that you can follow to go from Maidstone to Runnymede. It provides driving directions from Maidstone to Runnymede, i.e. where to turn and when, distance of the Maidstone - Runnymede 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 Maidstone to Runnymede with other people or friends, RouteCalculator provides the cost of the journey and the amount that each passenger will have to pay.

Where is Maidstone located?

Maidstone is located in Kent county and in England. It is situated at an altitude of 11 meters above sea level. Maidstone has coordinates 51.2703630o,0.5226990o. RouteCalculator provides a map of Maidstone from which you can plan your trips to other UK cities.

What is the location of Runnymede?

Runnymede is located in Surrey county and in England. It is situated at an altitude of 17 meters above sea level. Runnymede has coordinates 51.4087193o,-0.5405585o. RouteCalculator provides a map of Runnymede from which you can plan your trips to other UK cities.