Route from Neath to Forest of Dean

The distance between Neath and Forest of Dean is 75 miles. Travel time is 1 hour and 31 minutes.

From: Neath, County: Swansea, Wales
To: Forest of Dean, County: Gloucestershire, England
75 mi , 1 h 31 min
Tolls: 0£ Stations
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Route from Neath to Forest of Dean on map



Driving directions from Neath to Forest of Dean

75 mi 1 h 31 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)
1.2 mi
11.
Take the ramp on the left onto M4
0.9 mi
12.
Take the ramp on the left onto M4
0.4 mi
13.
Keep left onto A465
8.1 mi
14.
Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto A465
296 ft
15.
Exit the roundabout onto A465
3 mi
16.
Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Heads of the Valleys Road (A465)
156 ft
17.
Exit the roundabout onto Heads of the Valleys Road (A465)
5.9 mi
18.
Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Heads of the Valleys Road (A465)
192 ft
19.
Exit the roundabout onto Heads of the Valleys Road (A465)
1.6 mi
20.
Make a sharp right onto A465
0.2 mi
21.
Enter the roundabout and take the 1st exit onto A465
45 ft
22.
Exit the roundabout onto A465
639 ft
23.
Enter the roundabout and take the 1st exit onto A465
185 ft
24.
Exit the roundabout onto A465
3.6 mi
25.
Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Heads of the Valleys Road (A465)
215 ft
26.
Exit the roundabout onto Heads of the Valleys Road (A465)
868 ft
27.
Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit
37 ft
28.
Exit the roundabout
73 ft
29.
Continue onto Heads of the Valleys Road (A465)
0.4 mi
30.
Continue straight onto Heads of the Valleys Road (A465)
1.5 mi
31.
Enter the roundabout and take the 3rd exit onto Heads of the Valleys Road (A465)
137 ft
32.
Exit the roundabout onto Heads of the Valleys Road (A465)
1.3 mi
33.
Enter the roundabout and take the 1st exit
40 ft
34.
Exit the roundabout
306 ft
35.
Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Heads of the Valleys Road (A465)
199 ft
36.
Exit the roundabout onto Heads of the Valleys Road (A465)
15.8 mi
37.
Enter the roundabout and take the 3rd exit onto A40
276 ft
38.
Exit the roundabout onto A40
428 ft
39.
Keep right onto A40
7.7 mi
40.
Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto A40
175 ft
41.
Exit the roundabout onto A40
0.3 mi
42.
Continue onto A40
0.6 mi
43.
Keep left onto A40
7.2 mi
44.
Enter the roundabout and take the 4th exit onto A40
516 ft
45.
Exit the roundabout onto A40
0.6 mi
46.
Turn left onto Wye Bridge (A466)
810 ft
47.
Continue onto Staunton Road (A4136)
4.2 mi
48.
Turn right onto B4228
1.2 mi
49.
Turn left onto Gloucester Road (B4028)
0.4 mi
50.
Turn right onto Bakers Hill (B4226)
627 ft
51.
Continue onto Poolway Road (B4226)
0.4 mi
52.
Continue onto Speech House Road (B4226)
1.3 mi
53.
Make a sharp right onto New Road (B4234)
1.4 mi
54.
You have arrived at your destination
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How much does it cost to travel from Neath to Forest of Dean by car?

Fuel for the journey in the form of petrol costs 12.9 pounds. The gasoline price is assumed to be 143 pence per litre in the calculation above, and the vehicle's fuel consumption is 37.5 miles per gallon.
The expense for two individuals participating in a carpool is £6.45 (equivalent to 12.9/2) per passenger.
The fare for this journey for three individuals in the vehicle is 4.3 pounds (12.9/3) per passenger.
3.23 pounds (12.9/4) per passenger is the expense of this journey for a car carrying four passengers.


(74.53 miles at 37.5 mpg) x 143 pence per litre for fuel equals 12.9 pounds.

To be more precise, the outcome is as follows:

Fuel Required = Distance / Vehicle Fuel Consumption (in miles multiplied by 4.54609 per vehicle)9 litres are consumed (74.53 miles * 4.54609 / 37.5 mpg).

Required fuel = 9 lt

Fuel expenses are calculated as follows: 9 litres x 143 pence per litre, or 12.9 pounds

12.9 pounds for fuel to get from Neath to Forest of Dean
 

 

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 Neath to Forest of Dean.

The trip with diesel fuel costs 8.2 £ (151p/lt, 62.7 mpg).
For 2 passengers: 4.1 £ (8.2/2) /p.
For 3 passengers: 2.73 £ (8.2/3) /p.
For 4 passengers: 2.05 £ (8.2/4) /p.

Alternative routes from Neath to Forest of Dean

The second route from Neath to the Forest of Dean is 83.92 miles and takes 1 hour and 37 minutes.

The third route from Neath to the Forest of Dean is 74.2 miles and takes 1 hour and 33 minutes.

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

The cheapest route from Neath to Forest of Dean is the suggested route (0ft, ) and costs £ (petrol fuel cost, 143p/lt, 37.5mpg).

The second cheapest route from Neath to Forest of Dean is the suggested route (0ft, ) and costs £.

The most expensive route from Neath to Forest of Dean is the suggested route (0ft, ) and costs £.

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 Forest of Dean?

There are three suggested routes. The fastest route is 75mi (distance from Neath to Forest of Dean) and its duration is 1h 31min. The other route is 74mi, and its duration is 1h 33min. The slowest route is 84mi, and its duration is 1h 37min.

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

Forest of Dean is located in Gloucestershire county and in England. It is situated at an altitude of 165 meters above sea level. Forest of Dean has coordinates 51.7818576o,-2.5765283o. RouteCalculator provides a map of Forest of Dean from which you can plan your trips to other UK cities.