Pontypool Merthyr Tydfil by car, distance and driving time

The distance between Pontypool and Merthyr Tydfil by car is 24.1 miles. The driving time is 34 minutes.

How far is Merthyr Tydfil from Pontypool? The driving distance is 24.1 miles, depending on the selected route and traffic conditions.

From: Pontypool, County: Newport, Wales
To: Merthyr Tydfil, County: , Wales
24.1 mi , 34 min
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Route from Pontypool to Merthyr Tydfil on map



Driving directions from Pontypool to Merthyr Tydfil

24.1 mi 34 min
1.
Head east on High Street
560 ft
2.
Turn right onto Upper Bridge Street
37 ft
3.
Turn right onto Crumlin Street
620 ft
4.
Turn right onto Albion Road
845 ft
5.
Turn right onto A472
4.3 mi
6.
Turn left
584 ft
7.
Go straight onto A467
1.1 mi
8.
Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto A472
349 ft
9.
Exit the roundabout onto A472
1.5 mi
10.
Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto A472
163 ft
11.
Exit the roundabout onto A472
1.1 mi
12.
Enter Gelligroes Roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto A472
224 ft
13.
Exit the roundabout onto A472
0.6 mi
14.
Enter Crown Roundabout and take the 2nd exit
196 ft
15.
Exit the roundabout
155 ft
16.
Go straight onto A472
1.4 mi
17.
Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto A472
176 ft
18.
Exit the roundabout onto A472
665 ft
19.
Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit
226 ft
20.
Exit the roundabout
127 ft
21.
Turn left onto A472
0.6 mi
22.
Enter the roundabout and take the 1st exit onto A472
88 ft
23.
Exit the roundabout onto A472
1.5 mi
24.
Enter the roundabout and take the 1st exit onto Nelson Bypass (A472)
164 ft
25.
Exit the roundabout onto Nelson Bypass (A472)
0.3 mi
26.
Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Mafon Road (A472)
210 ft
27.
Exit the roundabout onto Mafon Road (A472)
1.2 mi
28.
Enter Fiddlers Elbow Roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto A472
116 ft
29.
Exit the roundabout onto A472
988 ft
30.
Enter Abercynon Roundabout and take the 3rd exit onto A470
649 ft
31.
Exit the roundabout onto A470
5.5 mi
32.
Enter Abercanaid Roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto A470
183 ft
33.
Exit the roundabout onto A470
1.6 mi
34.
Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto A470
192 ft
35.
Exit the roundabout onto A470
1.2 mi
36.
Enter the roundabout and take the 3rd exit onto Swansea Road (A4102)
385 ft
37.
Exit the roundabout onto Swansea Road (A4102)
311 ft
38.
Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Swansea Road (A4102)
144 ft
39.
Exit the roundabout onto Swansea Road (A4102)
0.3 mi
40.
Continue onto Joseph Parry Way (A4054)
0.3 mi
41.
You have arrived at your destination
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What's the expense of traveling from Pontypool to Merthyr Tydfil by car?

The trip fueled by petrol comes to £4.2. This calculation is based on a petrol price of 144 pence per liter and the car's consumption rate of 37.5 miles per gallon.

For those interested in carpooling, the cost per passenger decreases with more occupants. With two passengers, each person's share is £2.1 (£4.2/2). For three passengers, the cost per person reduces to £1.4 (£4.2/3), and with four passengers, it further decreases to £1.05 (£4.2/4).

To delve deeper into the calculation, let's examine how we arrive at the result:

Firstly, we determine the fuel required by dividing the distance by the car's fuel consumption rate. For a journey of 24.11 miles, this calculation involves multiplying 24.11 miles by 4.54609 (liters per gallon) and dividing by the car's consumption of 37.5 mpg, resulting in 2.9 liters of fuel needed.

Next, we calculate the fuel cost by multiplying the fuel needed by the price per liter. With 2.9 liters of fuel at 144 pence per liter, the total cost comes to £4.2.

In summary, the fuel cost for the trip from Pontypool to Merthyr Tydfil amounts to £4.2.

 

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 Merthyr Tydfil.

The trip with diesel fuel costs 2.9 £ (167p/lt, 62.7 mpg).
For 2 passengers: 1.45 £ (2.9/2) /p.
For 3 passengers: 0.97 £ (2.9/3) /p.
For 4 passengers: 0.73 £ (2.9/4) /p.

Alternative routes from Pontypool to Merthyr Tydfil

The second route from Pontypool to the Merthyr Tydfil is 22.66 miles and takes 35 minutes.

Which is the cheapest route from Pontypool to Merthyr Tydfil by car?

The cheapest route from Pontypool to Merthyr Tydfil is the second suggested route (22.7mi, 35min) and costs 4 £ (petrol fuel cost, 144p/lt, 37.5mpg).

The most expensive route from Pontypool to Merthyr Tydfil is the first suggested route (24.1mi, 34min) and costs 4.2 £.

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 Pontypool to Merthyr Tydfil?

There are two suggested routes. The fastest route is 24.1mi (distance from Pontypool to Merthyr Tydfil) and its duration is 34min. The slowest route is 22.7mi, and its duration is 35min.

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

Merthyr Tydfil is located in Wales. It is situated at an altitude of 178 meters above sea level. Merthyr Tydfil has coordinates 51.7487300o,-3.3816460o. RouteCalculator provides a map of Merthyr Tydfil from which you can plan your trips to other UK cities.