Route from Merthyr Tydfil to Ayr

The distance between Merthyr Tydfil and Ayr is 387 miles. Travel time is 6 hours and 44 minutes.

From: Merthyr Tydfil, County: , Wales
To: Ayr, County: South Ayrshire, Scotland
387 mi , 6 h 44 min
Tolls: 0£ Stations
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Route from Merthyr Tydfil to Ayr on map



Driving directions from Merthyr Tydfil to Ayr

387 mi 6 h 44 min
1.
Head southeast on Avenue de Clichy (A4054)
5 ft
2.
Continue slightly left onto Bethesda Street (A4102)
537 ft
3.
Continue onto Pontmorlais West (A4102)
648 ft
4.
Continue slightly left onto Penydarren Road (A4102)
1255 ft
5.
Continue slightly right onto High Street (A4102)
1009 ft
6.
Enter the roundabout and take the 3rd exit onto A4102
219 ft
7.
Exit the roundabout onto A4102
176 ft
8.
Continue straight to stay on A4102
0.4 mi
9.
Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto A4102
184 ft
10.
Exit the roundabout onto A4102
0.4 mi
11.
Enter Mountain Hare Roundabout and take the 1st exit onto A4060
24 ft
12.
Exit the roundabout onto A4060
1.7 mi
13.
Enter the roundabout and take the 1st exit onto Heads of the Valleys Road (A465)
61 ft
14.
Exit the roundabout onto Heads of the Valleys Road (A465)
444 ft
15.
Enter the roundabout and take the 3rd exit
158 ft
16.
Exit the roundabout
306 ft
17.
Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Heads of the Valleys Road (A465)
199 ft
18.
Exit the roundabout onto Heads of the Valleys Road (A465)
15.8 mi
19.
Enter the roundabout and take the 3rd exit onto A40
276 ft
20.
Exit the roundabout onto A40
428 ft
21.
Keep right onto A40
7.7 mi
22.
Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto A40
175 ft
23.
Exit the roundabout onto A40
0.3 mi
24.
Continue onto A40
0.6 mi
25.
Keep left onto A40
7.2 mi
26.
Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto A40
212 ft
27.
Exit the roundabout onto A40
9 mi
28.
Enter Wilton Roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto A40
228 ft
29.
Exit the roundabout onto A40
1.4 mi
30.
Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto A449
190 ft
31.
Exit the roundabout onto A449
0.5 mi
32.
Enter Travellers Rest and take the 3rd exit onto M50
441 ft
33.
Exit the roundabout onto M50
21.4 mi
34.
Enter Strensham Interchange and take the 1st exit
74 ft
35.
Exit the roundabout
0.4 mi
36.
Keep right at the fork
0.3 mi
37.
Merge right onto M5
37.8 mi
38.
Keep right onto M5
1.7 mi
39.
Keep left onto M5
0.3 mi
40.
Merge right onto M6
5.9 mi
41.
Keep right onto M6
72 mi
42.
Keep right onto M6
116 mi
43.
Continue onto A74(M)
0.5 mi
44.
Take the ramp on the left towards A75: South West Scotland
0.5 mi
45.
Keep right towards A75
725 ft
46.
Continue towards A75
21.1 mi
47.
Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Dumfries Bypass (A75)
164 ft
48.
Exit the roundabout onto Dumfries Bypass (A75)
0.9 mi
49.
Enter Brownrigg Roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Dumfries Bypass (A75)
263 ft
50.
Exit the roundabout onto Dumfries Bypass (A75)
1 mi
51.
Enter Bloomfield Roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Dumfries Bypass (A75)
136 ft
52.
Exit the roundabout onto Dumfries Bypass (A75)
1.5 mi
53.
Enter Cuckoo Bridge Roundabout and take the 4th exit onto Dumfries Bypass (A75)
423 ft
54.
Exit the roundabout onto Dumfries Bypass (A75)
1.3 mi
55.
Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Dumfries Bypass (A75)
138 ft
56.
Exit the roundabout onto Dumfries Bypass (A75)
0.4 mi
57.
Enter Garroch Roundabout and take the 3rd exit onto The Glen Improvement (A75)
284 ft
58.
Exit the roundabout onto The Glen Improvement (A75)
2.6 mi
59.
Enter Drummore Roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto A75
146 ft
60.
Exit the roundabout onto A75
4.7 mi
61.
Turn right onto Maiden Row (A712)
5.2 mi
62.
Turn left onto A712
9.1 mi
63.
Turn right onto A713
2.5 mi
64.
Turn left onto Ayr Road (A713)
0.6 mi
65.
Make a slight left to stay on Ayr Road (A713)
18.4 mi
66.
Continue onto Bellsbank Road (A713)
716 ft
67.
Continue onto Ayr Road (A713)
4.7 mi
68.
Continue onto Doonview Terrace (A713)
468 ft
69.
Continue onto Ayr Road (A713)
7.6 mi
70.
Enter Bankfield Roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Dalmellington Road (A713)
408 ft
71.
Exit the roundabout onto Dalmellington Road (A713)
0.7 mi
72.
Continue straight onto Castlehill Road (A713)
0.6 mi
73.
Make a slight right onto Castlehill Road (A713)
890 ft
74.
Enter the roundabout and take the 1st exit onto Station Bridge (A70)
19 ft
75.
Exit the roundabout onto Station Bridge (A70)
402 ft
76.
Continue left onto Parkhouse Street (A70)
394 ft
77.
Keep right onto Parkhouse Street (A70)
51 ft
78.
Turn right onto Beresford Terrace (A70)
440 ft
79.
You have arrived at your destination, on the left
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How much does it cost to travel from Merthyr Tydfil to Ayr by car?

Fuel for the journey in the form of petrol costs 67.5 pounds. The gasoline price is assumed to be 144 pence per litre in the calculation above, and the vehicle's fuel consumption is 37.5 miles per gallon.
The expense for two individuals participating in a carpool is £33.75 (equivalent to 67.5/2) per passenger.
The fare for this journey for three individuals in the vehicle is 22.5 pounds (67.5/3) per passenger.
16.88 pounds (67.5/4) per passenger is the expense of this journey for a car carrying four passengers.


(386.63 miles at 37.5 mpg) x 144 pence per litre for fuel equals 67.5 pounds.

To be more precise, the outcome is as follows:

Fuel Required = Distance / Vehicle Fuel Consumption (in miles multiplied by 4.54609 per vehicle)46.9 litres are consumed (386.63 miles * 4.54609 / 37.5 mpg).

Required fuel = 46.9 lt

Fuel expenses are calculated as follows: 46.9 litres x 144 pence per litre, or 67.5 pounds

67.5 pounds for fuel to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Ayr
 

 

The condition of the car can significantly impact fuel consumption. Here's how:

  1. Engine Efficiency: A well-maintained engine operates more efficiently, burning fuel more effectively and consuming less. Regular oil changes, air filter replacements, and tune-ups can ensure optimal engine performance.

  2. Fuel System Health: Issues with the fuel system, such as clogged fuel injectors or a faulty oxygen sensor, can lead to improper fuel combustion and increased consumption. Regular maintenance and prompt repairs can help prevent such problems.

  3. Tire Condition: Worn-out or improperly inflated tires increase rolling resistance, requiring more energy (and fuel) to propel the vehicle. Keeping tires properly inflated and replacing worn-out tires can improve fuel efficiency.

  4. Aerodynamics: Damage to the car's body, such as dents or misaligned panels, can disrupt airflow and increase aerodynamic drag, leading to higher fuel consumption. Keeping the car's body in good condition can help maintain optimal aerodynamics.

Diesel cost from Merthyr Tydfil to Ayr.

The trip with diesel fuel costs 46.8 £ (167p/lt, 62.7 mpg).
For 2 passengers: 23.4 £ (46.8/2) /p.
For 3 passengers: 15.6 £ (46.8/3) /p.
For 4 passengers: 11.7 £ (46.8/4) /p.

Alternative routes from Merthyr Tydfil to Ayr

The slowest route from Merthyr Tydfil to the Ayr is 362.29 miles and takes 6 hours and 51 minutes.

Which is the cheapest route from Merthyr Tydfil to Ayr by car?

The cheapest route from Merthyr Tydfil to Ayr is the second suggested route (362mi, 6h 51min) and costs 63.2 £ (petrol fuel cost, 144p/lt, 37.5mpg).

The most expensive route from Merthyr Tydfil to Ayr is the first suggested route (387mi, 6h 44min) and costs 67.5 £.

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 Merthyr Tydfil to Ayr?

There are two suggested routes. The fastest route is 387mi (distance from Merthyr Tydfil to Ayr) and its duration is 6h 44min. The slowest route is 362mi, and its duration is 6h 51min.

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Where is Merthyr Tydfil located?

Merthyr Tydfil is located in Wales. It is situated at an altitude of 178 meters above sea level. Merthyr Tydfil has coordinates 51.7487300o,-3.3816460o. RouteCalculator provides a map of Merthyr Tydfil from which you can plan your trips to other UK cities.

What is the location of Ayr?

Ayr is located in South Ayrshire county and in Scotland. It is situated at an altitude of 12 meters above sea level. Ayr has coordinates 55.4585640o,-4.6291790o. RouteCalculator provides a map of Ayr from which you can plan your trips to other UK cities.