Route from Port Talbot to Cumbernauld

The distance between Port Talbot and Cumbernauld is 420 miles. Travel time is 7 hours and 3 minutes.

From: Port Talbot, County: Swansea, Wales
To: Cumbernauld, County: North Lanarkshire, Scotland
420 mi , 7 h 3 min
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Route from Port Talbot to Cumbernauld on map



Driving directions from Port Talbot to Cumbernauld

420 mi 7 h 3 min
1.
Head southwest on The Kingsway
78 ft
2.
Turn right
162 ft
3.
Turn right onto College Street (B4290)
414 ft
4.
Continue onto Welcome Lane
249 ft
5.
Turn right onto The Strand
1192 ft
6.
Turn left onto Quay Parade (A4067)
822 ft
7.
Continue straight to stay on Quay Parade (A483)
661 ft
8.
Continue onto Fabian Way (A483)
3.3 mi
9.
Continue straight to stay on Fabian Way (A483)
769 ft
10.
Keep left onto Fabian Way (A483)
1.2 mi
11.
Take the ramp on the left onto M4
0.9 mi
12.
Take the ramp on the left onto M4
0.4 mi
13.
Keep left onto A465
8.1 mi
14.
Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto A465
296 ft
15.
Exit the roundabout onto A465
3 mi
16.
Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Heads of the Valleys Road (A465)
156 ft
17.
Exit the roundabout onto Heads of the Valleys Road (A465)
5.9 mi
18.
Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Heads of the Valleys Road (A465)
192 ft
19.
Exit the roundabout onto Heads of the Valleys Road (A465)
1.6 mi
20.
Make a sharp right onto A465
0.2 mi
21.
Enter the roundabout and take the 1st exit onto A465
45 ft
22.
Exit the roundabout onto A465
639 ft
23.
Enter the roundabout and take the 1st exit onto A465
185 ft
24.
Exit the roundabout onto A465
3.6 mi
25.
Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Heads of the Valleys Road (A465)
215 ft
26.
Exit the roundabout onto Heads of the Valleys Road (A465)
868 ft
27.
Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit
37 ft
28.
Exit the roundabout
73 ft
29.
Continue onto Heads of the Valleys Road (A465)
0.4 mi
30.
Continue straight onto Heads of the Valleys Road (A465)
1.5 mi
31.
Enter the roundabout and take the 3rd exit onto Heads of the Valleys Road (A465)
137 ft
32.
Exit the roundabout onto Heads of the Valleys Road (A465)
1.3 mi
33.
Enter the roundabout and take the 1st exit
40 ft
34.
Exit the roundabout
306 ft
35.
Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Heads of the Valleys Road (A465)
199 ft
36.
Exit the roundabout onto Heads of the Valleys Road (A465)
15.8 mi
37.
Enter the roundabout and take the 3rd exit onto A40
276 ft
38.
Exit the roundabout onto A40
428 ft
39.
Keep right onto A40
7.7 mi
40.
Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto A40
175 ft
41.
Exit the roundabout onto A40
0.3 mi
42.
Continue onto A40
0.6 mi
43.
Keep left onto A40
7.2 mi
44.
Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto A40
212 ft
45.
Exit the roundabout onto A40
9 mi
46.
Enter Wilton Roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto A40
228 ft
47.
Exit the roundabout onto A40
1.4 mi
48.
Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto A449
190 ft
49.
Exit the roundabout onto A449
0.5 mi
50.
Enter Travellers Rest and take the 3rd exit onto M50
441 ft
51.
Exit the roundabout onto M50
21.4 mi
52.
Enter Strensham Interchange and take the 1st exit
74 ft
53.
Exit the roundabout
0.4 mi
54.
Keep right at the fork
0.3 mi
55.
Merge right onto M5
37.8 mi
56.
Keep right onto M5
1.7 mi
57.
Keep left onto M5
0.3 mi
58.
Merge right onto M6
5.9 mi
59.
Keep right onto M6
72 mi
60.
Keep right onto M6
116 mi
61.
Continue onto A74(M)
48.9 mi
62.
Continue onto M74
29.2 mi
63.
Take exit 4 on the left towards M73: Stirling
0.3 mi
64.
Keep right towards M73: Stirling
7.4 mi
65.
Merge right onto M80
1 mi
66.
Take the ramp on the left onto M80
0.3 mi
67.
Keep right onto M80
1117 ft
68.
Continue onto A8011
1.3 mi
69.
Enter Town Centre West Roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Central Way (A8011)
214 ft
70.
Exit the roundabout onto Central Way (A8011)
364 ft
71.
You have arrived at your destination
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How much does it cost to travel from Port Talbot to Cumbernauld by car?

The journey from Port Talbot to Cumbernauld by car comes with a price tag of £73.3 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 £36.65 for the trip (£73.3 divided by 2). With three buddies on board, it's about £24.43 each (£73.3 divided by 3), and if you've got a full car of four, it's just £18.33 each (£73.3 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 50.9 liters of fuel. And that's where the £73.3 comes from for the trip from Port Talbot to Cumbernauld.

In summary, the total fuel cost for the journey is £73.3, 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.
 

 

One thing that can affect car fuel consumption is the use of air conditioning (AC) for the following reasons:

  1. Engine Load: When the AC is turned on, the compressor in the car's engine needs to work harder to cool and circulate the air. This extra workload can increase the engine's fuel consumption, especially during city driving or when the car is idling.

  2. Drag Effect: Running the AC can also increase aerodynamic drag, particularly at higher speeds. This means the engine needs to work harder to maintain speed, resulting in higher fuel consumption.

  3. Accessory Load: In addition to the AC compressor, other electrical components such as the blower fan and condenser fan also draw power from the engine when the AC is running. This increases the overall electrical load on the engine, leading to higher fuel consumption.

  4. Driving Conditions: The impact of AC on fuel consumption can vary depending on driving conditions. For example, using the AC while driving at lower speeds or in stop-and-go traffic may have a more significant effect on fuel consumption compared to highway driving.

  5. Efficiency Settings: Some cars come equipped with features like "Eco" mode or variable AC compressor speeds, which can help reduce the impact of AC on fuel consumption. Using these features can help optimize fuel efficiency while still keeping the cabin cool.

Overall, while using the AC can increase fuel consumption to some extent, it's often a necessary trade-off for comfort, especially during hot weather. However, minimizing AC usage when possible, such as using the car's ventilation system or rolling down windows at lower speeds, can help mitigate its impact on fuel consumption.

Diesel cost from Port Talbot to Cumbernauld.

The trip with diesel fuel costs 50.8 £ (167p/lt, 62.7 mpg).
For 2 passengers: 25.4 £ (50.8/2) /p.
For 3 passengers: 16.93 £ (50.8/3) /p.
For 4 passengers: 12.7 £ (50.8/4) /p.

Alternative routes from Port Talbot to Cumbernauld

Meanwhile, the least speedy route from Port Talbot to Cumbernauld covers 385.58 miles and necessitates 7 hours and 7 minutes for completion.

Which is the cheapest route from Port Talbot to Cumbernauld by car?

The cheapest route from Port Talbot to Cumbernauld is the second suggested route (386mi, 7h 7min) and costs 67.3 £ (petrol fuel cost, 144p/lt, 37.5mpg).

The most expensive route from Port Talbot to Cumbernauld is the first suggested route (420mi, 7h 3min) and costs 73.3 £.

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 Port Talbot to Cumbernauld?

There are two suggested routes. The fastest route is 420mi (distance from Port Talbot to Cumbernauld) and its duration is 7h 3min. The slowest route is 386mi, and its duration is 7h 7min.

RouteCalculator provides you with the information to prepare your trip from Port Talbot to Cumbernauld by car or motorbike. It offers you alternative road routes that you can follow to go from Port Talbot to Cumbernauld. It provides driving directions from Port Talbot to Cumbernauld, i.e. where to turn and when, distance of the Port Talbot - Cumbernauld 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 Port Talbot to Cumbernauld with other people or friends, RouteCalculator provides the cost of the journey and the amount that each passenger will have to pay.

Where is Port Talbot located?

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

What is the location of Cumbernauld?

Cumbernauld is located in North Lanarkshire county and in Scotland. It is situated at an altitude of 143 meters above sea level. Cumbernauld has coordinates 55.9456680o,-3.9925340o. RouteCalculator provides a map of Cumbernauld from which you can plan your trips to other UK cities.