Route from Newcastle upon Tyne to Rutherglen
The distance between Newcastle upon Tyne and Rutherglen is 149 miles. Travel time is 2 hours and 38 minutes.

Driving directions from Newcastle upon Tyne to Rutherglen
What's the expense of traveling from Newcastle upon Tyne to Rutherglen by car?
Embarking on the journey from Newcastle upon Tyne to Rutherglen, one might ponder the cost of such a venture. Indeed, the expenditure amounts to 25.8 pounds when fueled by petrol. In this calculation, we delve into the intricate details, where the price of petrol stands at 143 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 12.9 pounds for each of two passengers, 8.6 pounds for three passengers, and merely 6.45 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 148.62 miles, the car craves around 18 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 (18 liters) by the price per liter (143 pence), we seamlessly arrive at the grand total of 25.8 pounds. Thus, the journey from Newcastle upon Tyne to Rutherglen is marked by a fuel cost of 25.8 pounds.
Air conditioning (AC) can affect automotive fuel consumption for the following reasons:
Engine Load: The engine compressor works harder to cool and circulate air when the AC is on. In city driving or when idling, this added workload might increase engine fuel consumption.
At high speeds, running the AC increases aerodynamic drag. This makes the engine work harder to maintain speed, increasing fuel consumption.
Accessory Load: When the AC is running, the blower fan and condenser fan also use engine power. Fuel consumption increases as the engine's electrical load grows.
Driving circumstances: AC affects fuel usage differently based on driving circumstances. AC use in stop-and-go traffic or at lower speeds may have a greater impact on fuel usage than highway travel.
Efficiency Settings: "Eco" mode or variable AC compressor speeds can minimize AC's fuel usage in some autos. These features improve fuel efficiency and interior cooling.
AC use might raise fuel consumption, but it's typically worth it for comfort, especially in hot weather. However, using the car's ventilation system or rolling down windows at lower speeds helps reduce AC usage and fuel consumption.
Diesel cost from Newcastle upon Tyne to Rutherglen.
The trip with diesel fuel costs 16.3 £ (151p/lt, 62.7 mpg).
For 2 passengers: 8.15 £ (16.3/2) /p.
For 3 passengers: 5.43 £ (16.3/3) /p.
For 4 passengers: 4.08 £ (16.3/4) /p.
Alternative routes from Newcastle upon Tyne to Rutherglen
The second route from Newcastle upon Tyne to the Rutherglen is 164.07 miles and takes 2 hours and 57 minutes.
The third route from Newcastle upon Tyne to the Rutherglen is 149.36 miles and takes 3 hours and 5 minutes.
Which is the cheapest route from Newcastle upon Tyne to Rutherglen by car?
The cheapest route from Newcastle upon Tyne to Rutherglen is the first suggested route (149mi, 2h 38min) and costs 25.8 £ (petrol fuel cost, 143p/lt, 37.5mpg).
The second cheapest route from Newcastle upon Tyne to Rutherglen is the third suggested route (149mi, 3h 5min) and costs 25.9 £.
The most expensive route from Newcastle upon Tyne to Rutherglen is the second suggested route (164mi, 2h 57min) and costs 28.4 £.
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 Newcastle upon Tyne to Rutherglen?
There are three suggested routes. The fastest route is 149mi (distance from Newcastle upon Tyne to Rutherglen) and its duration is 2h 38min. The other route is 164mi, and its duration is 2h 57min. The slowest route is 149mi, and its duration is 3h 5min.
RouteCalculator provides you with the information to prepare your trip from Newcastle upon Tyne to Rutherglen by car or motorbike. It offers you alternative road routes that you can follow to go from Newcastle upon Tyne to Rutherglen. It provides driving directions from Newcastle upon Tyne to Rutherglen, i.e. where to turn and when, distance of the Newcastle upon Tyne - Rutherglen 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 Newcastle upon Tyne to Rutherglen with other people or friends, RouteCalculator provides the cost of the journey and the amount that each passenger will have to pay.
Where is Newcastle upon Tyne located?
Newcastle upon Tyne is located in Tyne and Wear county and in England. It is situated at an altitude of 56 meters above sea level. Newcastle upon Tyne has coordinates 54.9782520o,-1.6177800o. RouteCalculator provides a map of Newcastle upon Tyne from which you can plan your trips to other UK cities.
What is the location of Rutherglen?
Rutherglen is located in South Lanarkshire county and in Scotland. It is situated at an altitude of 14 meters above sea level. Rutherglen has coordinates 55.8289720o,-4.2242689o. RouteCalculator provides a map of Rutherglen from which you can plan your trips to other UK cities.
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