Route from Musselburgh to East Kilbride

The distance between Musselburgh and East Kilbride is 52.7 miles. Travel time is 57 minutes.

From: Musselburgh, County: East Lothian, Scotland
To: East Kilbride, County: South Lanarkshire, Scotland
52.7 mi , 57 min
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Route from Musselburgh to East Kilbride on map



Driving directions from Musselburgh to East Kilbride

52.7 mi 57 min
1.
Head west on High Street (A199)
37 ft
2.
Make a slight left onto Mall Avenue (A6095)
1002 ft
3.
Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Olive Bank Road (A6095)
154 ft
4.
Exit the roundabout onto Olive Bank Road (A6095)
528 ft
5.
Turn left onto Eskview Terrace (B6415)
0.2 mi
6.
Continue onto Monktonhall Terrace (B6415)
0.7 mi
7.
Enter the roundabout and take the 1st exit onto B6415
15 ft
8.
Exit the roundabout onto B6415
1289 ft
9.
Enter Old Craighall Junction and take the 2nd exit onto City of Edinburgh Bypass (A720)
531 ft
10.
Exit the roundabout onto City of Edinburgh Bypass (A720)
2.2 mi
11.
Enter Sherrifhall Roundabout and take the 3rd exit onto City of Edinburgh Bypass (A720)
269 ft
12.
Exit the roundabout onto City of Edinburgh Bypass (A720)
8.9 mi
13.
Take the ramp on the left towards A71
1092 ft
14.
Keep right onto A71
210 ft
15.
Take the ramp on the left onto A720
1025 ft
16.
Keep left towards M8
535 ft
17.
Continue towards M8
29.6 mi
18.
Take the ramp on the left onto M8
0.6 mi
19.
Merge right onto Bellshill Bypass (A725)
1.8 mi
20.
Continue onto Bellshill Road (A725)
5.5 mi
21.
Continue straight to stay on East Kilbride Expressway (A725)
0.6 mi
22.
Enter Whirlies Roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Kingsway (A725)
149 ft
23.
Exit the roundabout onto Kingsway (A725)
0.8 mi
24.
Enter Whitemoss Roundabout and take the 3rd exit onto Whitemoss Avenue (B761)
372 ft
25.
Exit the roundabout onto Whitemoss Avenue (B761)
0.3 mi
26.
Enter Priestknowe Roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto West Mains Road (B761)
114 ft
27.
Exit the roundabout onto West Mains Road (B761)
843 ft
28.
You have arrived at your destination, on the left
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What's the expense of traveling from Musselburgh to East Kilbride by car?

Embarking on the journey from Musselburgh to East Kilbride, one might ponder the cost of such a venture. Indeed, the expenditure amounts to 9.2 pounds when fueled by petrol. In this calculation, we delve into the intricate details, where the price of petrol stands at 144 pence per liter, and the car's thirst for fuel measures 37.5 miles per gallon.

For those opting for carpooling, the financial burden lightens, with a cost of 4.6 pounds for each of two passengers, 3.07 pounds for three passengers, and merely 2.3 pounds for four passengers.

Delving deeper into the mechanics of the calculation, we ascertain the amount of fuel required for the voyage. Covering a distance of approximately 52.67 miles, the car craves around 6.4 liters of petrol. This value is derived from the division of the distance by the car's fuel consumption rate, converted into liters for precision.

With the quantity of fuel determined, we proceed to compute the total expenditure. By multiplying the fuel volume (6.4 liters) by the price per liter (144 pence), we seamlessly arrive at the grand total of 9.2 pounds. Thus, the journey from Musselburgh to East Kilbride is marked by a fuel cost of 9.2 pounds.
 

 

One thing that can affect car fuel consumption is tire air pressure for the following reasons:

  1. Rolling Resistance: Properly inflated tires have less rolling resistance, meaning they require less energy to keep the vehicle moving. This reduces the workload on the engine and improves fuel efficiency. On the other hand, under-inflated tires increase rolling resistance, forcing the engine to work harder and consuming more fuel.

  2. Optimal Performance: Tires that are inflated to the manufacturer's recommended pressure level ensure optimal performance and fuel efficiency. Deviating from this recommended pressure level, either by under-inflating or over-inflating the tires, can lead to decreased fuel efficiency.

  3. Tire Wear: Improper tire inflation can cause uneven tire wear, which can further increase rolling resistance and fuel consumption. Regularly checking and maintaining proper tire pressure can help prevent premature tire wear and maintain fuel efficiency.

  4. Handling and Stability: Properly inflated tires also contribute to better handling and stability, especially during cornering and braking. This can lead to smoother driving, which in turn can help improve fuel efficiency by reducing the need for sudden acceleration or braking maneuvers.

  5. Environmental Impact: Maintaining proper tire pressure is not only beneficial for fuel efficiency but also reduces tire wear and extends tire life. This helps reduce the environmental impact associated with tire disposal and manufacturing, contributing to overall sustainability.

Overall, maintaining proper tire air pressure is essential for optimal fuel efficiency, vehicle performance, and safety. Regularly checking and adjusting tire pressure according to the manufacturer's recommendations can help drivers save fuel and reduce their environmental footprint.

Diesel cost from Musselburgh to East Kilbride.

The trip with diesel fuel costs 6.4 £ (167p/lt, 62.7 mpg).
For 2 passengers: 3.2 £ (6.4/2) /p.
For 3 passengers: 2.13 £ (6.4/3) /p.
For 4 passengers: 1.6 £ (6.4/4) /p.

Alternative routes from Musselburgh to East Kilbride

The second route from Musselburgh to the East Kilbride is 54.22 miles and takes 1 hour and 12 minutes.

Which is the cheapest route from Musselburgh to East Kilbride by car?

The cheapest route from Musselburgh to East Kilbride is the first suggested route (52.7mi, 57min) and costs 9.2 £ (petrol fuel cost, 144p/lt, 37.5mpg).

The most expensive route from Musselburgh to East Kilbride is the second suggested route (54.2mi, 1h 12min) and costs 9.5 £.

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 Musselburgh to East Kilbride?

There are two suggested routes. The fastest route is 52.7mi (distance from Musselburgh to East Kilbride) and its duration is 57min. The slowest route is 54.2mi, and its duration is 1h 12min.

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

Where is Musselburgh located?

Musselburgh is located in East Lothian county and in Scotland. It is situated at an altitude of 8 meters above sea level. Musselburgh has coordinates 55.9419410o,-3.0539180o. RouteCalculator provides a map of Musselburgh from which you can plan your trips to other UK cities.

What is the location of East Kilbride?

East Kilbride is located in South Lanarkshire county and in Scotland. It is situated at an altitude of 159 meters above sea level. East Kilbride has coordinates 55.7643524o,-4.1769987o. RouteCalculator provides a map of East Kilbride from which you can plan your trips to other UK cities.