Pontypridd North Somerset by car, distance and driving time

The distance between Pontypridd and North Somerset by car is 54.5 miles. The driving time is 1 hour and 9 minutes.

How far is North Somerset from Pontypridd? The driving distance is 54.5 miles, depending on the selected route and traffic conditions.

From: Pontypridd, County: Cardiff, Wales
To: North Somerset, County: Somerset, England
54.5 mi , 1 h 9 min
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Route from Pontypridd to North Somerset on map



Driving directions from Pontypridd to North Somerset

54.5 mi 1 h 9 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
6.6 mi
11.
Take exit 22 on the left towards M49: The South West
0.3 mi
12.
Enter Pilning Interchange and take the 2nd exit towards M49: The South West
659 ft
13.
Exit the roundabout towards M49: The South West
5.6 mi
14.
Continue towards M5: The South West
0.4 mi
15.
Merge right onto M5
1.5 mi
16.
Take the ramp on the left
0.4 mi
17.
Enter Gordano Interchange and take the 1st exit onto Martcombe Road (A369)
257 ft
18.
Exit the roundabout onto Martcombe Road (A369)
485 ft
19.
Turn right onto High Street
0.5 mi
20.
Make a slight left onto Mill Lane
0.3 mi
21.
Keep right onto Portbury Lane
1.7 mi
22.
Turn left onto Clevedon Road (B3128)
0.8 mi
23.
Turn right onto Flax Bourton Road
0.6 mi
24.
Continue onto Belmont Hill (B3129)
0.9 mi
25.
Turn right onto Stanton Lane (B3130)
13 ft
26.
Turn left onto Station Road
0.5 mi
27.
Turn right onto Main Road (A370)
0.6 mi
28.
Continue onto Farleigh Road (A370)
1.7 mi
29.
Continue onto Main Road (A370)
2 mi
30.
Turn left onto Old Bristol Road
224 ft
31.
Make a sharp left
441 ft
32.
You have arrived at your destination, on the right
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How much is the expense of driving from Pontypridd to North Somerset?

The expense of driving from Pontypridd to North Somerset, using petrol as the fuel source, amounts to £9.5. 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 £4.75 (£9.5 divided by 2). With three passengers, the expense drops to approximately £3.17 per passenger (£9.5 divided by 3), and with four passengers, it's reduced further to £2.38 per passenger (£9.5 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 Pontypridd to North Somerset, approximately 6.6 liters of fuel would be required. This amount is determined by dividing the distance of 54.47 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 £9.5 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.
 

 

The quality of fuel can indeed affect car fuel consumption. The main reasons are:

  1. Fuel Efficiency: High-quality fuel with the proper blend of additives and detergents can help maintain engine cleanliness and efficiency. Clean engines tend to burn fuel more efficiently, resulting in better mileage and lower fuel consumption.

  2. Engine Performance: Lower-quality fuels may contain impurities or inconsistent blends, which can lead to incomplete combustion or engine knocking. This can reduce engine efficiency and increase fuel consumption.

  3. Engine Deposits: Low-quality fuels may leave deposits on engine components such as fuel injectors, intake valves, and combustion chambers. These deposits can interfere with proper fuel delivery and combustion, leading to reduced fuel efficiency and increased consumption.

  4. Emissions: Poor-quality fuels may produce higher levels of harmful emissions, such as carbon monoxide and hydrocarbons. Inefficient combustion due to low-quality fuel can lead to increased emissions and may also affect engine performance and fuel consumption.

  5. Long-term Effects: Continued use of low-quality fuel can result in long-term engine damage and decreased fuel efficiency. Over time, engine deposits can accumulate and impair engine performance, leading to higher fuel consumption and repair costs.

In summary, using high-quality fuel that meets the manufacturer's specifications can help maintain engine efficiency, reduce emissions, and optimize fuel consumption.

Diesel cost from Pontypridd to North Somerset.

The trip with diesel fuel costs 6.6 £ (167p/lt, 62.7 mpg).
For 2 passengers: 3.3 £ (6.6/2) /p.
For 3 passengers: 2.2 £ (6.6/3) /p.
For 4 passengers: 1.65 £ (6.6/4) /p.

Alternative routes from Pontypridd to North Somerset

The most time-consuming route from Pontypridd to North Somerset spans a distance of 118.14 miles and requires a travel time of 2 hours and 41 minutes.

Which is the cheapest route from Pontypridd to North Somerset by car?

The cheapest route from Pontypridd to North Somerset is the first suggested route (54.5mi, 1h 9min) and costs 9.5 £ (petrol fuel cost, 144p/lt, 37.5mpg).

The most expensive route from Pontypridd to North Somerset is the second suggested route (118mi, 2h 41min) and costs 20.6 £.

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 North Somerset?

There are two suggested routes. The fastest route is 54.5mi (distance from Pontypridd to North Somerset) and its duration is 1h 9min. The slowest route is 118mi, and its duration is 2h 41min.

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In case you share the journey (carpooling) from Pontypridd to North Somerset 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 North Somerset?

North Somerset is located in Somerset county and in England. It is situated at an altitude of 38 meters above sea level. North Somerset has coordinates 51.3879028o,-2.7781091o. RouteCalculator provides a map of North Somerset from which you can plan your trips to other UK cities.