Route from Melton to West Somerset
The distance between Melton and West Somerset is 203 miles. Travel time is 3 hours and 47 minutes.
Driving directions from Melton to West Somerset
How much does it cost to drive from Melton to West Somerset?
If you're using petrol, it's gonna set you back 35.2 quid. In this calculation, they're saying the petrol price is 143 pence per liter, and the car's gonna guzzle down 37.5 miles for every gallon of that stuff.
Now, if you're carpooling, the cost gets split up between everyone riding. So, if there are two people in the car, it's gonna be 17.6 quid each (£35.2 divided by 2). With three buddies on board, it works out to around 11.73 quid per person (£35.2 divided by 3). And if you've got a full car with four people, it's only 8.8 quid per person (£35.2 divided by 4).
Breaking down the numbers, the fuel cost is calculated based on how far you're going and how much gas your car chugs. For this trip, you're gonna need about 24.6 liters of fuel. They figured that out by dividing the distance of 203.32 miles by the car's fuel consumption rate of 37.5 miles per gallon, and then converting that to liters 'cause, you know, the UK uses liters.
So, you take the fuel needed, which is 24.6 liters, and you multiply it by the price per liter, which is 143 pence. And voilà, you got yourself the total fuel cost for the trip from Melton to West Somerset: 35.2 quid.
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 Melton to West Somerset.
The trip with diesel fuel costs 22.3 £ (151p/lt, 62.7 mpg).
For 2 passengers: 11.15 £ (22.3/2) /p.
For 3 passengers: 7.43 £ (22.3/3) /p.
For 4 passengers: 5.58 £ (22.3/4) /p.
Alternative routes from Melton to West Somerset
The second route from Melton to the West Somerset is 215.33 miles and takes 3 hours and 51 minutes.
The third route from Melton to the West Somerset is 216.15 miles and takes 4 hours and 50 minutes.
Which is the cheapest route from Melton to West Somerset by car?
The cheapest route from Melton to West Somerset is the first suggested route (203mi, 3h 47min) and costs 35.2 £ (petrol fuel cost, 143p/lt, 37.5mpg).
The second cheapest route from Melton to West Somerset is the second suggested route (215mi, 3h 51min) and costs 37.3 £.
The most expensive route from Melton to West Somerset is the third suggested route (216mi, 4h 50min) and costs 37.5 £.
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 Somerset?
There are three suggested routes. The fastest route is 203mi (distance from Melton to West Somerset) and its duration is 3h 47min. The other route is 215mi, and its duration is 3h 51min. The slowest route is 216mi, and its duration is 4h 50min.
RouteCalculator provides you with the information to prepare your trip from Melton to West Somerset by car or motorbike. It offers you alternative road routes that you can follow to go from Melton to West Somerset. It provides driving directions from Melton to West Somerset, i.e. where to turn and when, distance of the Melton - West Somerset 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 Melton to West Somerset with other people or friends, RouteCalculator provides the cost of the journey and the amount that each passenger will have to pay.
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 Somerset?
West Somerset is located in Somerset county and in England. It is situated at an altitude of 283 meters above sea level. West Somerset has coordinates 51.0854991o,-3.4953504o. RouteCalculator provides a map of West Somerset from which you can plan your trips to other UK cities.
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