Route from Musselburgh to Merthyr Tydfil

The distance between Musselburgh and Merthyr Tydfil is 388 miles. Travel time is 6 hours and 41 minutes.

From: Musselburgh, County: East Lothian, Scotland
To: Merthyr Tydfil, County: , Wales
388 mi , 6 h 41 min
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Route from Musselburgh to Merthyr Tydfil on map



Driving directions from Musselburgh to Merthyr Tydfil

388 mi 6 h 41 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 2nd exit onto A7
155 ft
12.
Exit the roundabout onto A7
0.3 mi
13.
Enter Gilmerton Road Roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto A7
164 ft
14.
Exit the roundabout onto A7
0.5 mi
15.
Enter Melville Dykes Road Roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto A7
123 ft
16.
Exit the roundabout onto A7
0.4 mi
17.
Enter Eskbank Road Roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto A7
211 ft
18.
Exit the roundabout onto A7
0.5 mi
19.
Enter Hardengreen Roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto A7
194 ft
20.
Exit the roundabout onto A7
0.3 mi
21.
Turn right
0.7 mi
22.
Turn left onto B704
35 ft
23.
Turn right
0.7 mi
24.
Continue straight
1079 ft
25.
Turn right
1.6 mi
26.
Turn right
0.3 mi
27.
Continue straight
0.4 mi
28.
Continue onto Parduvine Road
0.6 mi
29.
Turn left onto A6094
3.1 mi
30.
Turn left onto A6094
1.9 mi
31.
Keep right onto A701
9.4 mi
32.
Go straight onto A72
3.2 mi
33.
Continue onto A701
27.6 mi
34.
Enter the roundabout and take the 1st exit onto A74(M)
15 ft
35.
Exit the roundabout onto A74(M)
30.5 mi
36.
Continue onto M6
98 mi
37.
Keep right onto Preston Bypass (M6)
86 mi
38.
Keep left onto M6
9.4 mi
39.
Keep left onto M5
40 mi
40.
Take the ramp on the left
0.5 mi
41.
Enter Strensham Interchange and take the 2nd exit onto M50
1074 ft
42.
Exit the roundabout onto M50
21.4 mi
43.
Enter Travellers Rest and take the 1st exit onto A449
199 ft
44.
Exit the roundabout onto A449
0.5 mi
45.
Enter the roundabout and take the 3rd exit onto A40
240 ft
46.
Exit the roundabout onto A40
1.4 mi
47.
Enter Wilton Roundabout and take the 3rd exit onto A40
197 ft
48.
Exit the roundabout onto A40
9 mi
49.
Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto A40
193 ft
50.
Exit the roundabout onto A40
6.9 mi
51.
Take the ramp on the left onto A40
1.3 mi
52.
Enter the roundabout and take the 3rd exit onto A40
312 ft
53.
Exit the roundabout onto A40
7.7 mi
54.
Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Heads of the Valleys Road (A465)
188 ft
55.
Exit the roundabout onto Heads of the Valleys Road (A465)
15.7 mi
56.
Enter the roundabout and take the 1st exit onto A4060
133 ft
57.
Exit the roundabout onto A4060
1.7 mi
58.
Enter Mountain Hare Roundabout and take the 3rd exit onto A4102
330 ft
59.
Exit the roundabout onto A4102
0.4 mi
60.
Enter the roundabout and take the 1st exit onto A4102
16 ft
61.
Exit the roundabout onto A4102
0.4 mi
62.
Enter the roundabout and take the 1st exit onto High Street (A4102)
31 ft
63.
Exit the roundabout onto High Street (A4102)
1047 ft
64.
Continue slightly left onto Penydarren Road (A4102)
1255 ft
65.
Continue slightly right onto Pontmorlais West (A4102)
648 ft
66.
Continue onto Bethesda Street (A4102)
542 ft
67.
You have arrived at your destination
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How much is the expense of driving from Musselburgh to Merthyr Tydfil?

The expense of driving from Musselburgh to Merthyr Tydfil using petrol amounts to £67.7. This computation is based on a petrol price of 144 pence per liter and a car's fuel efficiency of 37.5 miles per gallon. For those considering carpooling arrangements, the cost per passenger decreases with more occupants. With two passengers, the cost per person is £33.85 (£67.7 divided by 2). With three passengers, it's approximately £22.57 per person (£67.7 divided by 3), and with four passengers, it's £16.93 per person (£67.7 divided by 4).

To delve deeper into the calculations, we can explore the fuel cost calculation. This is determined by the distance traveled and the car's fuel consumption rate. For this journey, approximately 47 liters of fuel would be required. Multiplying this by the petrol price per liter results in the total fuel cost of £67.7 for the trip from Musselburgh to Merthyr Tydfil.
 

 

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 Musselburgh to Merthyr Tydfil.

The trip with diesel fuel costs 47 £ (167p/lt, 62.7 mpg).
For 2 passengers: 23.5 £ (47/2) /p.
For 3 passengers: 15.67 £ (47/3) /p.
For 4 passengers: 11.75 £ (47/4) /p.

Alternative routes from Musselburgh to Merthyr Tydfil

The slowest route from Musselburgh to the Merthyr Tydfil is 363.81 miles and takes 6 hours and 48 minutes.

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

The cheapest route from Musselburgh to Merthyr Tydfil is the second suggested route (364mi, 6h 48min) and costs 63.5 £ (petrol fuel cost, 144p/lt, 37.5mpg).

The most expensive route from Musselburgh to Merthyr Tydfil is the first suggested route (388mi, 6h 41min) and costs 67.7 £.

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 Merthyr Tydfil?

There are two suggested routes. The fastest route is 388mi (distance from Musselburgh to Merthyr Tydfil) and its duration is 6h 41min. The slowest route is 364mi, and its duration is 6h 48min.

RouteCalculator provides you with the information to prepare your trip from Musselburgh to Merthyr Tydfil by car or motorbike. It offers you alternative road routes that you can follow to go from Musselburgh to Merthyr Tydfil. It provides driving directions from Musselburgh to Merthyr Tydfil, i.e. where to turn and when, distance of the Musselburgh - Merthyr Tydfil 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 Merthyr Tydfil 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 Merthyr Tydfil?

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.