Route from Motherwell to South Hams

The distance between Motherwell and South Hams is 458 miles. Travel time is 7 hours and 33 minutes.

From: Motherwell, County: North Lanarkshire, Scotland
To: South Hams, County: Devon, England
458 mi , 7 h 33 min
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Route from Motherwell to South Hams on map



Driving directions from Motherwell to South Hams

458 mi 7 h 33 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 left onto M74
24.7 mi
12.
Continue onto A74(M)
49 mi
13.
Continue onto M6
98 mi
14.
Keep right onto Preston Bypass (M6)
86 mi
15.
Keep left onto M6
9.4 mi
16.
Keep left onto M5
163 mi
17.
Continue towards A38
2.3 mi
18.
Keep right towards A38: Plymouth
1.2 mi
19.
Continue onto Devon Expressway (A38)
19.3 mi
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Take the ramp on the left onto Marley Head (A38)
1049 ft
21.
Enter Marley Head and take the 3rd exit
238 ft
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Exit the roundabout
170 ft
23.
Turn left to stay on Webland Lane
1.1 mi
24.
Make a sharp right onto Higher Plymouth Road
1.1 mi
25.
Turn left
1281 ft
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You have arrived at your destination, on the right
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How much is the expense of driving from Motherwell to South Hams?

The expense of driving from Motherwell to South Hams, using petrol as the fuel source, amounts to £79.9. 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 £39.95 (£79.9 divided by 2). With three passengers, the expense drops to approximately £26.63 per passenger (£79.9 divided by 3), and with four passengers, it's reduced further to £19.98 per passenger (£79.9 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 South Hams, approximately 55.5 liters of fuel would be required. This amount is determined by dividing the distance of 457.94 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 £79.9 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.
 

 

The following reasons can affect car fuel consumption:

  1. Traffic Congestion: Driving in heavy traffic often involves 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.

  2. Vehicle Weight: Carrying excess weight in the vehicle, such as heavy cargo or unnecessary items, can increase fuel consumption by putting additional strain on the engine. Removing unnecessary weight can improve fuel efficiency.

  3. Elevation Changes: Driving on 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.

  4. Weather Conditions: Adverse weather conditions such as rain, snow, or strong winds can affect fuel consumption. These conditions may require drivers to adjust their speed and driving behavior, impacting fuel efficiency. Additionally, extreme temperatures can affect engine performance and fuel consumption.

Diesel cost from Motherwell to South Hams.

The trip with diesel fuel costs 55.4 £ (167p/lt, 62.7 mpg).
For 2 passengers: 27.7 £ (55.4/2) /p.
For 3 passengers: 18.47 £ (55.4/3) /p.
For 4 passengers: 13.85 £ (55.4/4) /p.

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 South Hams?

South Hams is located in Devon county and in England. It is situated at an altitude of 81 meters above sea level. South Hams has coordinates 50.4102244o,-3.8009332o. RouteCalculator provides a map of South Hams from which you can plan your trips to other UK cities.