Route from Neath to Bracknell Forest

The distance between Neath and Bracknell Forest is 157 miles. Travel time is 2 hours and 44 minutes.

From: Neath, County: Swansea, Wales
To: Bracknell Forest, County: Berkshire, England
157 mi , 2 h 44 min
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Route from Neath to Bracknell Forest on map



Driving directions from Neath to Bracknell Forest

157 mi 2 h 44 min
1.
Head southwest on The Kingsway
78 ft
2.
Turn right
162 ft
3.
Turn right onto College Street (B4290)
414 ft
4.
Continue onto Welcome Lane
249 ft
5.
Turn right onto The Strand
1192 ft
6.
Turn left onto Quay Parade (A4067)
822 ft
7.
Continue straight to stay on Quay Parade (A483)
661 ft
8.
Continue onto Fabian Way (A483)
3.3 mi
9.
Continue straight to stay on Fabian Way (A483)
769 ft
10.
Keep left onto Fabian Way (A483)
0.8 mi
11.
Take the ramp on the left
0.6 mi
12.
Merge right onto M4
53.7 mi
13.
Keep right onto M4
92 mi
14.
Take the ramp on the left towards A329(M): Reading (E)
0.3 mi
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Keep right towards A329(M)
0.9 mi
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Merge right onto A329(M)
2.8 mi
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Keep left onto Berkshire Way (A329)
593 ft
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Keep right onto Berkshire Way (A329)
0.6 mi
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Enter Doncastle Roundabout and take the 1st exit onto Berkshire Way (A329)
81 ft
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Exit the roundabout onto Berkshire Way (A329)
0.6 mi
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Enter Twin Bridges Roundabout and take the 1st exit onto Twin Bridges Roundabout (A329)
29 ft
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Exit the roundabout onto Twin Bridges Roundabout (A329)
392 ft
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Make a slight right to stay on Twin Bridges Roundabout (A329)
157 ft
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Make a slight left onto Skimped Hill Lane (A329)
1213 ft
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Enter Skimped Hill Roundabout and take the 3rd exit
268 ft
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Exit the roundabout
136 ft
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Turn left
116 ft
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Make a slight left
96 ft
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Turn left
127 ft
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You have arrived at your destination, on the left
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How much does it cost to travel from Neath to Bracknell Forest by car?

The journey from Neath to Bracknell Forest by car comes with a price tag of £27.5 if you're using petrol. Let's break it down. The petrol price we're talking about here is 144 pence per liter, and the car chugs along at 37.5 miles per gallon. Now, if you're thinking about carpooling with a couple of mates, each of you only has to fork out £13.75 for the trip (£27.5 divided by 2). With three buddies on board, it's about £9.17 each (£27.5 divided by 3), and if you've got a full car of four, it's just £6.88 each (£27.5 divided by 4). So, that's the financial aspect of the journey.

Now, let's dive into the nitty-gritty of how we got these figures. The fuel cost calculation is based on how far you're traveling and how thirsty your car is. For this journey, you'd need about 19.1 liters of fuel. And that's where the £27.5 comes from for the trip from Neath to Bracknell Forest.

In summary, the total fuel cost for the journey is £27.5, factoring in the distance, petrol price, and car fuel consumption. Whether you're flying solo or sharing the ride with friends, knowing the breakdown of these costs can help you plan your trip and budget accordingly.
 

 

One thing that can affect car fuel consumption is the use of air conditioning (AC) for the following reasons:

  1. Engine Load: When the AC is turned on, the compressor in the car's engine needs to work harder to cool and circulate the air. This extra workload can increase the engine's fuel consumption, especially during city driving or when the car is idling.

  2. Drag Effect: Running the AC can also increase aerodynamic drag, particularly at higher speeds. This means the engine needs to work harder to maintain speed, resulting in higher fuel consumption.

  3. Accessory Load: In addition to the AC compressor, other electrical components such as the blower fan and condenser fan also draw power from the engine when the AC is running. This increases the overall electrical load on the engine, leading to higher fuel consumption.

  4. Driving Conditions: The impact of AC on fuel consumption can vary depending on driving conditions. For example, using the AC while driving at lower speeds or in stop-and-go traffic may have a more significant effect on fuel consumption compared to highway driving.

  5. Efficiency Settings: Some cars come equipped with features like "Eco" mode or variable AC compressor speeds, which can help reduce the impact of AC on fuel consumption. Using these features can help optimize fuel efficiency while still keeping the cabin cool.

Overall, while using the AC can increase fuel consumption to some extent, it's often a necessary trade-off for comfort, especially during hot weather. However, minimizing AC usage when possible, such as using the car's ventilation system or rolling down windows at lower speeds, can help mitigate its impact on fuel consumption.

Diesel cost from Neath to Bracknell Forest.

The trip with diesel fuel costs 19.1 £ (167p/lt, 62.7 mpg).
For 2 passengers: 9.55 £ (19.1/2) /p.
For 3 passengers: 6.37 £ (19.1/3) /p.
For 4 passengers: 4.78 £ (19.1/4) /p.

Alternative routes from Neath to Bracknell Forest

Meanwhile, the least speedy route from Neath to Bracknell Forest covers 178.71 miles and necessitates 3 hours and 43 minutes for completion.

Which is the cheapest route from Neath to Bracknell Forest by car?

The cheapest route from Neath to Bracknell Forest is the first suggested route (157mi, 2h 44min) and costs 27.5 £ (petrol fuel cost, 144p/lt, 37.5mpg).

The most expensive route from Neath to Bracknell Forest is the second suggested route (179mi, 3h 43min) and costs 31.2 £.

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 Neath to Bracknell Forest?

There are two suggested routes. The fastest route is 157mi (distance from Neath to Bracknell Forest) and its duration is 2h 44min. The slowest route is 179mi, and its duration is 3h 43min.

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

Where is Neath located?

Neath is located in Swansea county and in Wales. It is situated at an altitude of 14 meters above sea level. Neath has coordinates 51.6214400o,-3.9436460o. RouteCalculator provides a map of Neath from which you can plan your trips to other UK cities.

What is the location of Bracknell Forest?

Bracknell Forest is located in Berkshire county and in England. It is situated at an altitude of 68 meters above sea level. Bracknell Forest has coordinates 51.4153828o,-0.7536495o. RouteCalculator provides a map of Bracknell Forest from which you can plan your trips to other UK cities.