Paisley Dumbarton by car, distance and driving time

The distance between Paisley and Dumbarton by car is 12.3 miles. The driving time is 17 minutes.

How far is Dumbarton from Paisley? The driving distance is 12.3 miles, depending on the selected route and traffic conditions.

From: Paisley, County: Renfrewshire, Scotland
To: Dumbarton, County: West Dunbartonshire, Scotland
12.3 mi , 17 min
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Route from Paisley to Dumbarton on map



Driving directions from Paisley to Dumbarton

12.3 mi 17 min
1.
Head northeast on Gallow Green Road (B775)
101 ft
2.
Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Underwood Road (B775)
73 ft
3.
Exit the roundabout onto Underwood Road (B775)
233 ft
4.
Turn left onto Greenhill Road
0.6 mi
5.
Turn right onto McFarlane Street
1114 ft
6.
Turn left
47 ft
7.
Turn left onto Greenock Road (A726)
0.5 mi
8.
Enter St James' Interchange and take the 2nd exit onto M8
265 ft
9.
Exit the roundabout onto M8
3.1 mi
10.
Take exit 30 on the left towards M898: Erskine Bridge
1.2 mi
11.
Continue onto A898
1.2 mi
12.
Keep left towards A82: Crianlarich
0.3 mi
13.
Continue onto Great Western Road (A82)
2 mi
14.
Enter Dunglass Roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Dumbarton Road (A82)
144 ft
15.
Exit the roundabout onto Dumbarton Road (A82)
1 mi
16.
Make a slight left onto A814
1.5 mi
17.
Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Glasgow Road (A814)
99 ft
18.
Exit the roundabout onto Glasgow Road (A814)
1161 ft
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Enter the roundabout and take the 4th exit onto Strathleven Place
489 ft
20.
Exit the roundabout onto Strathleven Place
331 ft
21.
Turn right
156 ft
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You have arrived at your destination, on the left
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How much is the expense of driving from Paisley to Dumbarton?

The expense of driving from Paisley to Dumbarton, using petrol as the fuel source, amounts to £2.1. This calculation derives from considering the petrol price as 144 pence per liter and the car's fuel efficiency at 37.5 miles per gallon. When carpooling with two passengers, the cost of the trip per passenger is halved to £1.05 (£2.1 divided by 2). With three passengers, the expense drops to approximately £0.7 per passenger (£2.1 divided by 3), and with four passengers, it's reduced further to £0.53 per passenger (£2.1 divided by 4).

To delve into the details of the calculations, the fuel cost computation is reliant on the distance traveled and the car's fuel consumption rate. For the journey from Paisley to Dumbarton, approximately 1.5 liters of fuel would be required. This amount is determined by dividing the distance of 12.25 miles by the car's fuel consumption rate of 37.5 miles per gallon, and then converting from gallons to liters using the conversion factor of 4.54609 liters per gallon.

Multiplying the fuel needed by the petrol price per liter results in the total fuel cost of £2.1 for the trip. This breakdown illustrates the impact of various factors, such as fuel price and consumption rate, on the overall cost of the journey, providing insights for individuals planning similar trips and requiring budget estimates.
 

 

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 Paisley to Dumbarton.

The trip with diesel fuel costs 1.5 £ (167p/lt, 62.7 mpg).
For 2 passengers: 0.75 £ (1.5/2) /p.
For 3 passengers: 0.5 £ (1.5/3) /p.
For 4 passengers: 0.38 £ (1.5/4) /p.

Alternative routes from Paisley to Dumbarton

Meanwhile, the least speedy route from Paisley to Dumbarton covers 13.47 miles and necessitates 21 minutes for completion.

Which is the cheapest route from Paisley to Dumbarton by car?

The cheapest route from Paisley to Dumbarton is the first suggested route (12.3mi, 17min) and costs 2.1 £ (petrol fuel cost, 144p/lt, 37.5mpg).

The most expensive route from Paisley to Dumbarton is the second suggested route (13.5mi, 21min) and costs 2.3 £.

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 Paisley to Dumbarton?

There are two suggested routes. The fastest route is 12.3mi (distance from Paisley to Dumbarton) and its duration is 17min. The slowest route is 13.5mi, and its duration is 21min.

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Where is Paisley located?

Paisley is located in Renfrewshire county and in Scotland. It is situated at an altitude of 12 meters above sea level. Paisley has coordinates 55.8472580o,-4.4401140o. RouteCalculator provides a map of Paisley from which you can plan your trips to other UK cities.

What is the location of Dumbarton?

Dumbarton is located in West Dunbartonshire county and in Scotland. It is situated at an altitude of 5 meters above sea level. Dumbarton has coordinates 55.9452870o,-4.5645540o. RouteCalculator provides a map of Dumbarton from which you can plan your trips to other UK cities.