Route from Melton to West Lancashire
The distance between Melton and West Lancashire is 122 miles. Travel time is 2 hours and 16 minutes.
Driving directions from Melton to West Lancashire
What's the cost of a drive from Melton to West Lancashire?
The journey, powered by petrol, sets you back £21.1. In this calculation, we're crunching numbers based on a petrol price of 143 pence per liter and a car's thirst of 37.5 miles per gallon. If you're carpooling with a buddy, that's £10.55 each (£21.1 divided by 2). With a trio onboard, it drops to around £7.03 a head (£21.1 divided by 3), and with a full car of four, it's a mere £5.28 per person (£21.1 divided by 4).
Let's dig into the math behind it. The fuel expenditure hinges on the distance covered and the car's efficiency. For this particular jaunt, you're looking at guzzling down roughly 14.8 liters of fuel. Crunching the numbers, that's where the £21.1 total comes from for the trip from Melton to West Lancashire.
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 Melton to West Lancashire.
The trip with diesel fuel costs 13.3 £ (151p/lt, 62.7 mpg).
For 2 passengers: 6.65 £ (13.3/2) /p.
For 3 passengers: 4.43 £ (13.3/3) /p.
For 4 passengers: 3.33 £ (13.3/4) /p.
Alternative routes from Melton to West Lancashire
Meanwhile, the least speedy route from Melton to West Lancashire covers 123.7 miles and necessitates 2 hours and 39 minutes for completion.
Which is the cheapest route from Melton to West Lancashire by car?
The cheapest route from Melton to West Lancashire is the first suggested route (122mi, 2h 16min) and costs 21.1 £ (petrol fuel cost, 143p/lt, 37.5mpg).
The most expensive route from Melton to West Lancashire is the second suggested route (124mi, 2h 39min) and costs 21.5 £.
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 Melton to West Lancashire?
There are two suggested routes. The fastest route is 122mi (distance from Melton to West Lancashire) and its duration is 2h 16min. The slowest route is 124mi, and its duration is 2h 39min.
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Where is Melton located?
Melton is located in Leicestershire county and in England. It is situated at an altitude of 133 meters above sea level. Melton has coordinates 52.8282784o,-0.8432685o. RouteCalculator provides a map of Melton from which you can plan your trips to other UK cities.
What is the location of West Lancashire?
West Lancashire is located in Lancashire county and in England. It is situated at an altitude of 36 meters above sea level. West Lancashire has coordinates 53.5728525o,-2.8558128o. RouteCalculator provides a map of West Lancashire from which you can plan your trips to other UK cities.
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