Pontypool Dover by car, distance and driving time

The distance between Pontypool and Dover by car is 221 miles. The driving time is 3 hours and 44 minutes.

How far is Dover from Pontypool? The driving distance is 221 miles, depending on the selected route and traffic conditions.

From: Pontypool, County: Newport, Wales
To: Dover, County: Kent, England
221 mi , 3 h 44 min
Tolls: 0£ Stations
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Route from Pontypool to Dover on map



Driving directions from Pontypool to Dover

221 mi 3 h 44 min
1.
Head east on High Street
560 ft
2.
Turn right onto Upper Bridge Street
397 ft
3.
Turn right onto Lower Park Terrace
539 ft
4.
Turn left onto Albion Road
77 ft
5.
Enter the roundabout and take the 3rd exit onto A4043
198 ft
6.
Exit the roundabout onto A4043
297 ft
7.
Keep left onto A472
0.8 mi
8.
Enter the roundabout and take the 3rd exit onto A4042
536 ft
9.
Exit the roundabout onto A4042
0.9 mi
10.
Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto A4042
483 ft
11.
Exit the roundabout onto A4042
1 mi
12.
Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Croesyceiliog Bypass (A4042)
250 ft
13.
Exit the roundabout onto Croesyceiliog Bypass (A4042)
1.3 mi
14.
Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Turnpike Road (A4042)
175 ft
15.
Exit the roundabout onto Turnpike Road (A4042)
0.8 mi
16.
Enter Llantarnam Bypass and take the 1st exit onto Llantarnam Bypass (A4042)
199 ft
17.
Exit the roundabout onto Llantarnam Bypass (A4042)
1.1 mi
18.
Take the ramp on the left onto A4042
1.4 mi
19.
Enter Grove Park Roundabout and take the 1st exit onto A4042
49 ft
20.
Exit the roundabout onto A4042
1248 ft
21.
Take the ramp onto M4
8.2 mi
22.
Keep right onto M4
92 mi
23.
Take the ramp on the left towards A329(M): Reading (E)
0.3 mi
24.
Keep right towards A329(M)
0.9 mi
25.
Merge right onto A329(M)
2.8 mi
26.
Keep left onto Berkshire Way (A329)
593 ft
27.
Keep right onto Berkshire Way (A329)
0.6 mi
28.
Enter Doncastle Roundabout and take the 1st exit onto Berkshire Way (A329)
81 ft
29.
Exit the roundabout onto Berkshire Way (A329)
0.6 mi
30.
Enter Twin Bridges Roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Downshire Way (A322)
261 ft
31.
Exit the roundabout onto Downshire Way (A322)
0.6 mi
32.
Enter Horse and Groom Roundabout and take the 4th exit onto Bagshot Road (A322)
496 ft
33.
Exit the roundabout onto Bagshot Road (A322)
0.5 mi
34.
Enter Sports Centre Roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto A322
363 ft
35.
Exit the roundabout onto A322
2.7 mi
36.
Keep left onto Bracknell Road (A322)
0.9 mi
37.
Continue onto Bagshot Bypass (A322)
0.8 mi
38.
Take the ramp on the left
0.3 mi
39.
Merge right onto M3
6.3 mi
40.
Take the ramp on the left towards M25
1258 ft
41.
Keep right towards M25: Gatwick
0.8 mi
42.
Merge right onto M25
34.8 mi
43.
Keep right towards M26: Dover
0.7 mi
44.
Continue towards M26: Maidstone
10.1 mi
45.
Merge right onto M20
39.5 mi
46.
Continue towards Dover
7 mi
47.
Enter Western Heights Roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Archcliffe Road (A20)
169 ft
48.
Exit the roundabout onto Archcliffe Road (A20)
0.3 mi
49.
Enter Limekiln Roundabout and take the 1st exit onto Limekiln Street (A20)
177 ft
50.
Exit the roundabout onto Limekiln Street (A20)
1017 ft
51.
Continue onto Snargate Street (A20)
0.3 mi
52.
Turn left onto York Street (A256)
0.3 mi
53.
Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Priory Road (A256)
170 ft
54.
Exit the roundabout onto Priory Road (A256)
684 ft
55.
Turn right onto Ladywell
777 ft
56.
Turn right onto Maison Dieu Road (A256)
855 ft
57.
Turn right onto Pencester Road
213 ft
58.
You have arrived at your destination, on the left
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What's the expense of traveling from Pontypool to Dover by car?

If you're using petrol, you're looking at an expense of 38.6 quid. Now, how do we get to that number? Let's break it down.

First off, we need to consider the price of petrol. In this calculation, it's set at 144 pence per liter. Then, we need to know how thirsty your car is. The fuel consumption rate for this ride is 37.5 miles per gallon.

Now, if you're carpooling, the cost gets divvied up. For two people sharing the ride, it's gonna be 19.3 quid each (£38.6 divided by 2). If you've got three folks in the car, the cost per person comes down to about 12.87 quid (£38.6 divided by 3). And if it's a full house with four passengers, each person chips in 9.65 quid (£38.6 divided by 4).

Let's dive into the nitty-gritty of the calculations. To figure out how much fuel you need for the trip, it's all about distance and fuel efficiency. The distance between Pontypool and Dover is about 221.25 miles. So, to cover that distance, your car's gonna need approximately 26.8 liters of petrol. We got that number by dividing the distance by the car's fuel consumption rate of 37.5 miles per gallon and then converting it to liters 'cause that's what we use here.

Once we know how much fuel we need, we can calculate the total cost. Multiply the amount of fuel (26.8 liters) by the price per liter (144 pence), and you get 38.6 quid. So, there you have it, the fuel cost for your journey from Pontypool to Dover: 38.6 pounds.
 

 

One thing that can affect car fuel consumption is tire air pressure for the following reasons:

  1. Rolling Resistance: Properly inflated tires have less rolling resistance, meaning they require less energy to keep the vehicle moving. This reduces the workload on the engine and improves fuel efficiency. On the other hand, under-inflated tires increase rolling resistance, forcing the engine to work harder and consuming more fuel.

  2. Optimal Performance: Tires that are inflated to the manufacturer's recommended pressure level ensure optimal performance and fuel efficiency. Deviating from this recommended pressure level, either by under-inflating or over-inflating the tires, can lead to decreased fuel efficiency.

  3. Tire Wear: Improper tire inflation can cause uneven tire wear, which can further increase rolling resistance and fuel consumption. Regularly checking and maintaining proper tire pressure can help prevent premature tire wear and maintain fuel efficiency.

  4. Handling and Stability: Properly inflated tires also contribute to better handling and stability, especially during cornering and braking. This can lead to smoother driving, which in turn can help improve fuel efficiency by reducing the need for sudden acceleration or braking maneuvers.

  5. Environmental Impact: Maintaining proper tire pressure is not only beneficial for fuel efficiency but also reduces tire wear and extends tire life. This helps reduce the environmental impact associated with tire disposal and manufacturing, contributing to overall sustainability.

Overall, maintaining proper tire air pressure is essential for optimal fuel efficiency, vehicle performance, and safety. Regularly checking and adjusting tire pressure according to the manufacturer's recommendations can help drivers save fuel and reduce their environmental footprint.

Diesel cost from Pontypool to Dover.

The trip with diesel fuel costs 26.8 £ (167p/lt, 62.7 mpg).
For 2 passengers: 13.4 £ (26.8/2) /p.
For 3 passengers: 8.93 £ (26.8/3) /p.
For 4 passengers: 6.7 £ (26.8/4) /p.

Alternative routes from Pontypool to Dover

The second route from Pontypool to the Dover is 242.35 miles and takes 5 hours and 11 minutes.

Which is the cheapest route from Pontypool to Dover by car?

The cheapest route from Pontypool to Dover is the first suggested route (221mi, 3h 44min) and costs 38.6 £ (petrol fuel cost, 144p/lt, 37.5mpg).

The most expensive route from Pontypool to Dover is the second suggested route (242mi, 5h 11min) and costs 42.3 £.

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 Pontypool to Dover?

There are two suggested routes. The fastest route is 221mi (distance from Pontypool to Dover) and its duration is 3h 44min. The slowest route is 242mi, and its duration is 5h 11min.

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

Where is Pontypool located?

Pontypool is located in Newport county and in Wales. It is situated at an altitude of 184 meters above sea level. Pontypool has coordinates 51.7003690o,-3.0452680o. RouteCalculator provides a map of Pontypool from which you can plan your trips to other UK cities.

What is the location of Dover?

Dover is located in Kent county and in England. It is situated at an altitude of 5 meters above sea level. Dover has coordinates 51.1278758o,1.3134027o. RouteCalculator provides a map of Dover from which you can plan your trips to other UK cities.