Pontypridd Ashford by car, distance and driving time

The distance between Pontypridd and Ashford by car is 213 miles. The driving time is 3 hours and 41 minutes.

How far is Ashford from Pontypridd? The driving distance is 213 miles, depending on the selected route and traffic conditions.

From: Pontypridd, County: Cardiff, Wales
To: Ashford, County: Kent, England
213 mi , 3 h 41 min
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Route from Pontypridd to Ashford on map



Driving directions from Pontypridd to Ashford

213 mi 3 h 41 min
1.
Head northwest on A4058
104 ft
2.
Enter Sardis Road Roundabout and take the 5th exit onto A4058
0.3 mi
3.
Exit the roundabout onto A4058
0.7 mi
4.
Take the ramp on the left onto A470
5.7 mi
5.
Take the ramp on the left
794 ft
6.
Enter Taff's Well Interchange and take the 1st exit onto Merthyr Road (A4054)
180 ft
7.
Exit the roundabout onto Merthyr Road (A4054)
1 mi
8.
Enter Coryton Roundabout and take the 1st exit onto M4
269 ft
9.
Exit the roundabout onto M4
21.9 mi
10.
Keep right onto M4
92 mi
11.
Take the ramp on the left towards A329(M): Reading (E)
0.3 mi
12.
Keep right towards A329(M)
0.9 mi
13.
Merge right onto A329(M)
2.8 mi
14.
Keep left onto Berkshire Way (A329)
593 ft
15.
Keep right onto Berkshire Way (A329)
0.6 mi
16.
Enter Doncastle Roundabout and take the 1st exit onto Berkshire Way (A329)
81 ft
17.
Exit the roundabout onto Berkshire Way (A329)
0.6 mi
18.
Enter Twin Bridges Roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Downshire Way (A322)
261 ft
19.
Exit the roundabout onto Downshire Way (A322)
0.6 mi
20.
Enter Horse and Groom Roundabout and take the 4th exit onto Bagshot Road (A322)
496 ft
21.
Exit the roundabout onto Bagshot Road (A322)
0.5 mi
22.
Enter Sports Centre Roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto A322
363 ft
23.
Exit the roundabout onto A322
2.7 mi
24.
Keep left onto Bracknell Road (A322)
0.9 mi
25.
Continue onto Bagshot Bypass (A322)
0.8 mi
26.
Take the ramp on the left
0.3 mi
27.
Merge right onto M3
6.3 mi
28.
Take the ramp on the left towards M25
1258 ft
29.
Keep right towards M25: Gatwick
0.8 mi
30.
Merge right onto M25
34.8 mi
31.
Keep right towards M26: Dover
0.7 mi
32.
Continue towards M26: Maidstone
10.1 mi
33.
Merge right onto M20
24.9 mi
34.
Take the ramp on the left towards Ashford
0.3 mi
35.
Enter Drovers Interchange and take the 3rd exit onto Fougeres Way (A20)
1136 ft
36.
Exit the roundabout onto Fougeres Way (A20)
0.3 mi
37.
Enter Drovers Roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Maidstone Road (A292)
201 ft
38.
Exit the roundabout onto Maidstone Road (A292)
0.4 mi
39.
Enter the roundabout and take the 3rd exit onto New Street (A292)
225 ft
40.
Exit the roundabout onto New Street (A292)
682 ft
41.
Turn left onto Somerset Road (A292)
0.3 mi
42.
Turn right onto Wellesley Road (A2042)
636 ft
43.
Continue onto Station Road (A2042)
898 ft
44.
You have arrived at your destination
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How much does it cost to travel from Pontypridd to Ashford by car?

The journey from Pontypridd to Ashford by car comes with a price tag of £37.3 if you're using petrol. Let's break it down. The petrol price we're talking about here is 144 pence per liter, and the car chugs along at 37.5 miles per gallon. Now, if you're thinking about carpooling with a couple of mates, each of you only has to fork out £18.65 for the trip (£37.3 divided by 2). With three buddies on board, it's about £12.43 each (£37.3 divided by 3), and if you've got a full car of four, it's just £9.33 each (£37.3 divided by 4). So, that's the financial aspect of the journey.

Now, let's dive into the nitty-gritty of how we got these figures. The fuel cost calculation is based on how far you're traveling and how thirsty your car is. For this journey, you'd need about 25.9 liters of fuel. And that's where the £37.3 comes from for the trip from Pontypridd to Ashford.

In summary, the total fuel cost for the journey is £37.3, factoring in the distance, petrol price, and car fuel consumption. Whether you're flying solo or sharing the ride with friends, knowing the breakdown of these costs can help you plan your trip and budget accordingly.
 

 

Several factors can influence the cost of fuel when driving a car:

  1. Fuel Prices: The cost of fuel itself is a primary determinant of fuel expenses. Fluctuations in global oil prices, local taxes, and market demand can all influence fuel prices.

  2. Fuel Efficiency: The fuel efficiency of the vehicle plays a crucial role in determining fuel costs. Cars with higher fuel efficiency will consume less fuel per mile or kilometer traveled, resulting in lower fuel expenses.

  3. Driving Habits: Personal driving habits, such as aggressive acceleration, speeding, and frequent braking, can significantly impact fuel consumption. Adopting smooth driving practices and maintaining a steady speed can help improve fuel efficiency and reduce costs.

  4. Vehicle Maintenance: Proper maintenance of the vehicle, including regular oil changes, tire rotations, and engine tune-ups, is essential for optimal fuel efficiency. Neglecting maintenance can lead to decreased fuel efficiency and increased fuel costs.

  5. Route Selection: The route taken during driving can affect fuel expenses. Opting for routes with lower speed limits, less traffic congestion, and fewer stops can help improve fuel efficiency and reduce costs compared to congested city routes.

  6. Vehicle Weight: Carrying excess weight in the vehicle, such as unnecessary cargo or roof racks, can increase fuel consumption. Removing unnecessary weight can improve fuel efficiency and lower fuel costs.

Diesel cost from Pontypridd to Ashford.

The trip with diesel fuel costs 25.8 £ (167p/lt, 62.7 mpg).
For 2 passengers: 12.9 £ (25.8/2) /p.
For 3 passengers: 8.6 £ (25.8/3) /p.
For 4 passengers: 6.45 £ (25.8/4) /p.

Alternative routes from Pontypridd to Ashford

The most time-consuming route from Pontypridd to Ashford spans a distance of 248.01 miles and requires a travel time of 5 hours and 12 minutes.

Which is the cheapest route from Pontypridd to Ashford by car?

The cheapest route from Pontypridd to Ashford is the first suggested route (213mi, 3h 41min) and costs 37.3 £ (petrol fuel cost, 144p/lt, 37.5mpg).

The most expensive route from Pontypridd to Ashford is the second suggested route (248mi, 5h 12min) and costs 43.3 £.

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 Pontypridd to Ashford?

There are two suggested routes. The fastest route is 213mi (distance from Pontypridd to Ashford) and its duration is 3h 41min. The slowest route is 248mi, and its duration is 5h 12min.

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In case you share the journey (carpooling) from Pontypridd to Ashford with other people or friends, RouteCalculator provides the cost of the journey and the amount that each passenger will have to pay.

Where is Pontypridd located?

Pontypridd is located in Cardiff county and in Wales. It is situated at an altitude of 63 meters above sea level. Pontypridd has coordinates 51.6007740o,-3.3423140o. RouteCalculator provides a map of Pontypridd from which you can plan your trips to other UK cities.

What is the location of Ashford?

Ashford is located in Kent county and in England. It is situated at an altitude of 46 meters above sea level. Ashford has coordinates 51.1464659o,0.8750190o. RouteCalculator provides a map of Ashford from which you can plan your trips to other UK cities.