Route from Pontypridd to Neath

The distance between Pontypridd and Neath is 43 miles. Travel time is 53 minutes.

From: Pontypridd, County: Cardiff, Wales
To: Neath, County: Swansea, Wales
43 mi , 53 min
Tolls: 0£ Stations
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Route from Pontypridd to Neath on map



Driving directions from Pontypridd to Neath

43 mi 53 min
1.
Head northwest on A4058
104 ft
2.
Enter Sardis Road Roundabout and take the 4th exit onto Catherine Street (A4223)
1241 ft
3.
Exit the roundabout onto Catherine Street (A4223)
325 ft
4.
Continue onto Gelliwastad Road (A4223)
1235 ft
5.
Continue straight to stay on Morgan Street (A4223)
158 ft
6.
Continue onto Gelliwastad Road (A4223)
829 ft
7.
Take the ramp onto A470
3.7 mi
8.
Enter Abercynon Roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto A470
336 ft
9.
Exit the roundabout onto A470
5.5 mi
10.
Enter Abercanaid Roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto A470
183 ft
11.
Exit the roundabout onto A470
1.6 mi
12.
Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto A470
192 ft
13.
Exit the roundabout onto A470
1.2 mi
14.
Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto A470
228 ft
15.
Exit the roundabout onto A470
0.9 mi
16.
Enter the roundabout and take the 1st exit onto Heads of the Valleys Road (A465)
30 ft
17.
Exit the roundabout onto Heads of the Valleys Road (A465)
3.6 mi
18.
Enter the roundabout and take the 1st exit onto A465
114 ft
19.
Exit the roundabout onto A465
639 ft
20.
Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto A465
245 ft
21.
Exit the roundabout onto A465
0.3 mi
22.
Turn left onto Heads of the Valleys Road (A465)
0.8 mi
23.
Keep left onto Heads of the Valleys Road (A465)
0.8 mi
24.
Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Heads of the Valleys Road (A465)
213 ft
25.
Exit the roundabout onto Heads of the Valleys Road (A465)
5.9 mi
26.
Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto A465
152 ft
27.
Exit the roundabout onto A465
3 mi
28.
Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto A465
314 ft
29.
Exit the roundabout onto A465
8.2 mi
30.
Take the ramp on the left onto M4
0.6 mi
31.
Take the ramp on the left onto M4
0.6 mi
32.
Merge right onto Fabian Way (A483)
1.2 mi
33.
Keep left onto Fabian Way (A483)
3.6 mi
34.
Continue onto Quay Parade (A483)
440 ft
35.
Turn right onto New Cut Road (A483)
288 ft
36.
Keep left onto New Cut Road (A483)
72 ft
37.
Make a slight left onto Parc Tawe Link Road
1090 ft
38.
Turn left onto The Strand
611 ft
39.
Turn right onto Welcome Lane
567 ft
40.
Turn left onto The Kingsway
58 ft
41.
You have arrived at your destination, on the left
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What's the expense of traveling from Pontypridd to Neath by car?

Embarking on the journey from Pontypridd to Neath, one might ponder the cost of such a venture. Indeed, the expenditure amounts to 7.5 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 3.75 pounds for each of two passengers, 2.5 pounds for three passengers, and merely 1.88 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 43.03 miles, the car craves around 5.2 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 (5.2 liters) by the price per liter (143 pence), we seamlessly arrive at the grand total of 7.5 pounds. Thus, the journey from Pontypridd to Neath is marked by a fuel cost of 7.5 pounds.
 

 

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 Neath.

The trip with diesel fuel costs 4.7 £ (151p/lt, 62.7 mpg).
For 2 passengers: 2.35 £ (4.7/2) /p.
For 3 passengers: 1.57 £ (4.7/3) /p.
For 4 passengers: 1.18 £ (4.7/4) /p.

Alternative routes from Pontypridd to Neath

The second route from Pontypridd to the Neath is 39.04 miles and takes 53 minutes.

The third route from Pontypridd to the Neath is 42.9 miles and takes 55 minutes.

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

The cheapest route from Pontypridd to Neath is the second suggested route (39mi, 53min) and costs 6.8 £ (petrol fuel cost, 143p/lt, 37.5mpg).

The second cheapest route from Pontypridd to Neath is the third suggested route (42.9mi, 55min) and costs 7.4 £.

The most expensive route from Pontypridd to Neath is the first suggested route (43mi, 53min) and costs 7.5 £.

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 Neath?

There are three suggested routes. The fastest route is 43mi (distance from Pontypridd to Neath) and its duration is 53min. The other route is 39mi, and its duration is 53min. The slowest route is 42.9mi, and its duration is 55min.

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

Neath is located in Swansea county and in Wales. It is situated at an altitude of 14 meters above sea level. Neath has coordinates 51.6214400o,-3.9436460o. RouteCalculator provides a map of Neath from which you can plan your trips to other UK cities.