Route from Motherwell to Clydebank

The distance between Motherwell and Clydebank is 21.6 miles. Travel time is 32 minutes.

From: Motherwell, County: North Lanarkshire, Scotland
To: Clydebank, County: West Dunbartonshire, Scotland
21.6 mi , 32 min
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Route from Motherwell to Clydebank on map



Driving directions from Motherwell to Clydebank

21.6 mi 32 min
1.
Head south
58 ft
2.
Exit the roundabout onto Airbles Road (B754)
640 ft
3.
Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Airbles Road (B754)
71 ft
4.
Exit the roundabout onto Airbles Road (B754)
0.3 mi
5.
Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Airbles Road (B754)
48 ft
6.
Exit the roundabout onto Airbles Road (B754)
0.3 mi
7.
Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Airbles Road (B754)
98 ft
8.
Exit the roundabout onto Airbles Road (B754)
0.5 mi
9.
Turn left onto Hamilton Road (A723)
1239 ft
10.
Take the ramp onto M74
771 ft
11.
Keep right onto M74
12.3 mi
12.
Take exit 1 on the left towards Kinning Park
1187 ft
13.
Keep left towards Kinning Park
232 ft
14.
Make a slight left onto Carnoustie Street
20 ft
15.
Turn left onto Scotland Street
974 ft
16.
Continue slightly left onto West Street
663 ft
17.
Take the ramp on the left towards M8 East: City Centre
0.3 mi
18.
Continue onto Kingston Bridge
1275 ft
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Keep left towards A814: Clydebank
1132 ft
20.
Go straight onto Clydeside Expressway (A814)
3.1 mi
21.
Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Dumbarton Road (A814)
59 ft
22.
Exit the roundabout onto Dumbarton Road (A814)
2 mi
23.
Continue onto Glasgow Road (A814)
1 mi
24.
Turn right onto Kilbowie Road (A8014)
480 ft
25.
Turn right onto Chalmers Street
219 ft
26.
Continue right onto Alexander Street
397 ft
27.
You have arrived at your destination, on the left
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How much is the expense of driving from Motherwell to Clydebank?

The expense of driving from Motherwell to Clydebank, using petrol as the fuel source, amounts to £3.8. 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 £1.9 (£3.8 divided by 2). With three passengers, the expense drops to approximately £1.27 per passenger (£3.8 divided by 3), and with four passengers, it's reduced further to £0.95 per passenger (£3.8 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 Motherwell to Clydebank, approximately 2.6 liters of fuel would be required. This amount is determined by dividing the distance of 21.57 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 £3.8 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 Motherwell to Clydebank.

The trip with diesel fuel costs 2.6 £ (167p/lt, 62.7 mpg).
For 2 passengers: 1.3 £ (2.6/2) /p.
For 3 passengers: 0.87 £ (2.6/3) /p.
For 4 passengers: 0.65 £ (2.6/4) /p.

Alternative routes from Motherwell to Clydebank

The second route from Motherwell to the Clydebank is 24.38 miles and takes 39 minutes.

The third route from Motherwell to the Clydebank is 20.56 miles and takes 45 minutes.

Which is the cheapest route from Motherwell to Clydebank by car?

The cheapest route from Motherwell to Clydebank is the third suggested route (20.6mi, 45min) and costs 3.6 £ (petrol fuel cost, 144p/lt, 37.5mpg).

The second cheapest route from Motherwell to Clydebank is the first suggested route (21.6mi, 32min) and costs 3.8 £.

The most expensive route from Motherwell to Clydebank is the second suggested route (24.4mi, 39min) and costs 4.3 £.

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 Motherwell to Clydebank?

There are three suggested routes. The fastest route is 21.6mi (distance from Motherwell to Clydebank) and its duration is 32min. The other route is 24.4mi, and its duration is 39min. The slowest route is 20.6mi, and its duration is 45min.

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

Where is Motherwell located?

Motherwell is located in North Lanarkshire county and in Scotland. It is situated at an altitude of 86 meters above sea level. Motherwell has coordinates 55.7832092o,-3.9810968o. RouteCalculator provides a map of Motherwell from which you can plan your trips to other UK cities.

What is the location of Clydebank?

Clydebank is located in West Dunbartonshire county and in Scotland. It is situated at an altitude of 8 meters above sea level. Clydebank has coordinates 55.9000990o,-4.4047740o. RouteCalculator provides a map of Clydebank from which you can plan your trips to other UK cities.