Pontypridd Tamworth by car, distance and driving time

The distance between Pontypridd and Tamworth by car is 139 miles. The driving time is 2 hours and 24 minutes.

How far is Tamworth from Pontypridd? The driving distance is 139 miles, depending on the selected route and traffic conditions.

From: Pontypridd, County: Cardiff, Wales
To: Tamworth, County: Staffordshire, England
139 mi , 2 h 24 min
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Route from Pontypridd to Tamworth on map



Driving directions from Pontypridd to Tamworth

139 mi 2 h 24 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 3rd exit onto A4060
361 ft
11.
Exit the roundabout onto A4060
0.5 mi
12.
Enter Merthyr Road and take the 3rd exit onto A4060
254 ft
13.
Exit the roundabout onto A4060
669 ft
14.
Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto A4060
95 ft
15.
Exit the roundabout onto A4060
1.5 mi
16.
Enter Mountain Hare Roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto A4060
128 ft
17.
Exit the roundabout onto A4060
1.7 mi
18.
Enter the roundabout and take the 1st exit onto Heads of the Valleys Road (A465)
61 ft
19.
Exit the roundabout onto Heads of the Valleys Road (A465)
444 ft
20.
Enter the roundabout and take the 3rd exit
158 ft
21.
Exit the roundabout
306 ft
22.
Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Heads of the Valleys Road (A465)
199 ft
23.
Exit the roundabout onto Heads of the Valleys Road (A465)
15.8 mi
24.
Enter the roundabout and take the 3rd exit onto A40
276 ft
25.
Exit the roundabout onto A40
428 ft
26.
Keep right onto A40
7.7 mi
27.
Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto A40
175 ft
28.
Exit the roundabout onto A40
0.3 mi
29.
Continue onto A40
0.6 mi
30.
Keep left onto A40
7.2 mi
31.
Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto A40
212 ft
32.
Exit the roundabout onto A40
9 mi
33.
Enter Wilton Roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto A40
228 ft
34.
Exit the roundabout onto A40
1.4 mi
35.
Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto A449
190 ft
36.
Exit the roundabout onto A449
0.5 mi
37.
Enter Travellers Rest and take the 3rd exit onto M50
441 ft
38.
Exit the roundabout onto M50
21.4 mi
39.
Enter Strensham Interchange and take the 1st exit
74 ft
40.
Exit the roundabout
0.4 mi
41.
Keep right at the fork
0.3 mi
42.
Merge right onto M5
22 mi
43.
Take the ramp on the left towards The NORTH EAST (M1)
11.6 mi
44.
Keep left towards The NORTH
14.5 mi
45.
Take the ramp on the left
474 ft
46.
Continue onto M42
6.3 mi
47.
Take the ramp on the left
0.4 mi
48.
Enter Tamworth Interchange and take the 1st exit onto Watling Street (A5)
22 ft
49.
Exit the roundabout onto Watling Street (A5)
2.9 mi
50.
Take the ramp on the left towards Tamworth
0.5 mi
51.
Enter Ventura Park Road and take the 3rd exit
236 ft
52.
Exit the roundabout
644 ft
53.
Enter Jolly Sailor Roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Tame Drive (A51)
281 ft
54.
Exit the roundabout onto Tame Drive (A51)
0.3 mi
55.
Enter the roundabout and take the 4th exit onto Lichfield Street (B5493)
385 ft
56.
Exit the roundabout onto Lichfield Street (B5493)
0.3 mi
57.
Continue left onto Aldergate (B5493)
1137 ft
58.
Turn right onto Albert Road
691 ft
59.
Make a slight right onto Marmion Street
360 ft
60.
Make a slight left to stay on Marmion Street
748 ft
61.
Turn right
94 ft
62.
Turn right
22 ft
63.
You have arrived at your destination
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How much does it cost to drive from Pontypridd to Tamworth?

If you're using petrol, it's gonna set you back 24.2 quid. In this calculation, they're saying the petrol price is 144 pence per liter, and the car's gonna guzzle down 37.5 miles for every gallon of that stuff.

Now, if you're carpooling, the cost gets split up between everyone riding. So, if there are two people in the car, it's gonna be 12.1 quid each (£24.2 divided by 2). With three buddies on board, it works out to around 8.07 quid per person (£24.2 divided by 3). And if you've got a full car with four people, it's only 6.05 quid per person (£24.2 divided by 4).

Breaking down the numbers, the fuel cost is calculated based on how far you're going and how much gas your car chugs. For this trip, you're gonna need about 16.8 liters of fuel. They figured that out by dividing the distance of 138.6 miles by the car's fuel consumption rate of 37.5 miles per gallon, and then converting that to liters 'cause, you know, the UK uses liters.

So, you take the fuel needed, which is 16.8 liters, and you multiply it by the price per liter, which is 144 pence. And voilà, you got yourself the total fuel cost for the trip from Pontypridd to Tamworth: 24.2 quid.

 

 

The condition of the car can significantly impact fuel consumption. Here's how:

  1. Engine Efficiency: A well-maintained engine operates more efficiently, burning fuel more effectively and consuming less. Regular oil changes, air filter replacements, and tune-ups can ensure optimal engine performance.

  2. Fuel System Health: Issues with the fuel system, such as clogged fuel injectors or a faulty oxygen sensor, can lead to improper fuel combustion and increased consumption. Regular maintenance and prompt repairs can help prevent such problems.

  3. Tire Condition: Worn-out or improperly inflated tires increase rolling resistance, requiring more energy (and fuel) to propel the vehicle. Keeping tires properly inflated and replacing worn-out tires can improve fuel efficiency.

  4. Aerodynamics: Damage to the car's body, such as dents or misaligned panels, can disrupt airflow and increase aerodynamic drag, leading to higher fuel consumption. Keeping the car's body in good condition can help maintain optimal aerodynamics.

Diesel cost from Pontypridd to Tamworth.

The trip with diesel fuel costs 16.8 £ (167p/lt, 62.7 mpg).
For 2 passengers: 8.4 £ (16.8/2) /p.
For 3 passengers: 5.6 £ (16.8/3) /p.
For 4 passengers: 4.2 £ (16.8/4) /p.

Alternative routes from Pontypridd to Tamworth

The slowest route from Pontypridd to the Tamworth is 123.87 miles and takes 2 hours and 54 minutes.

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

The cheapest route from Pontypridd to Tamworth is the second suggested route (124mi, 2h 54min) and costs 21.6 £ (petrol fuel cost, 144p/lt, 37.5mpg).

The most expensive route from Pontypridd to Tamworth is the first suggested route (139mi, 2h 24min) and costs 24.2 £.

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 Pontypridd to Tamworth?

There are two suggested routes. The fastest route is 139mi (distance from Pontypridd to Tamworth) and its duration is 2h 24min. The slowest route is 124mi, and its duration is 2h 54min.

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

Tamworth is located in Staffordshire county and in England. It is situated at an altitude of 63 meters above sea level. Tamworth has coordinates 52.6335840o,-1.6910320o. RouteCalculator provides a map of Tamworth from which you can plan your trips to other UK cities.