Route from Preston to Aberdeen

The distance between Preston and Aberdeen is 317 miles. Travel time is 5 hours and 22 minutes.

From: Preston, County: Lancashire, England
To: Aberdeen, County: Aberdeen City, Scotland
317 mi , 5 h 22 min
Tolls: 0£ Stations
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Route from Preston to Aberdeen on map



Driving directions from Preston to Aberdeen

317 mi 5 h 22 min
1.
Head west
86 ft
2.
Turn right
49 ft
3.
Turn right
604 ft
4.
Turn left
51 ft
5.
Turn right onto North Street
551 ft
6.
Turn right onto Moor Lane (A5071)
0.4 mi
7.
Continue onto Garstang Road (A6)
2.3 mi
8.
Enter Broughton Roundabout and take the 3rd exit onto Preston bypass (M55)
507 ft
9.
Exit the roundabout onto Preston bypass (M55)
0.3 mi
10.
Continue onto Preston Bypass (M55)
0.3 mi
11.
Take the ramp on the left towards Lancaster
93 mi
12.
Continue onto A74(M)
48.9 mi
13.
Continue onto M74
29.2 mi
14.
Take exit 4 on the left towards M73: Stirling
0.3 mi
15.
Keep right towards M73: Stirling
7.4 mi
16.
Merge right onto M80
7.2 mi
17.
Keep right towards Perth
6.6 mi
18.
Merge left onto M9
6.1 mi
19.
Enter Keir Roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto A9
414 ft
20.
Exit the roundabout onto A9
26.2 mi
21.
Enter Broxden Roundabout and take the 3rd exit towards M90: Edinburgh
678 ft
22.
Exit the roundabout towards M90: Edinburgh
2.4 mi
23.
Keep left towards (A90): Dundee
2 mi
24.
Continue onto A90
15.5 mi
25.
Enter Swallow Roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Kingsway West (A90)
152 ft
26.
Exit the roundabout onto Kingsway West (A90)
0.8 mi
27.
Enter Kingsway West and take the 2nd exit onto Kingsway West (A90)
224 ft
28.
Exit the roundabout onto Kingsway West (A90)
2.5 mi
29.
Enter Strathmartine Roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Kingsway (A90)
128 ft
30.
Exit the roundabout onto Kingsway (A90)
0.5 mi
31.
Enter Old Glamis Roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Kingsway (A90)
125 ft
32.
Exit the roundabout onto Kingsway (A90)
0.8 mi
33.
Turn left onto Forfar Road (A90)
0.8 mi
34.
Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Forfar Road (A90)
50 ft
35.
Exit the roundabout onto Forfar Road (A90)
1097 ft
36.
Enter Emmock Roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto A90
96 ft
37.
Exit the roundabout onto A90
50.8 mi
38.
Continue onto A92
7.5 mi
39.
Go straight onto Stonehaven Road (A92)
2.3 mi
40.
Enter Bridge of Dee Roundabout and take the 3rd exit towards City Centre (West & South)
251 ft
41.
Exit the roundabout towards City Centre (West & South)
0.4 mi
42.
Enter Great Southern Road and take the 1st exit onto Great Southern Road (B9077)
9 ft
43.
Exit the roundabout onto Great Southern Road (B9077)
154 ft
44.
Continue onto King George VI Bridge (B9077)
761 ft
45.
Enter the roundabout and take the 3rd exit onto Riverside Drive
162 ft
46.
Exit the roundabout onto Riverside Drive
0.9 mi
47.
Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto North Esplanade West (A956)
122 ft
48.
Exit the roundabout onto North Esplanade West (A956)
0.4 mi
49.
Continue slightly left onto South Market Street (A956)
0.4 mi
50.
Turn right onto Trinity Quay (A956)
297 ft
51.
Continue onto Virginia Street (A956)
0.3 mi
52.
Turn left onto Commerce Street (A956)
531 ft
53.
Enter Beach Boulevard Roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto East North Street (A956)
151 ft
54.
Exit the roundabout onto East North Street (A956)
616 ft
55.
You have arrived at your destination, on the left
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How much does it cost to travel from Preston to Aberdeen by car?

The journey from Preston to Aberdeen by car comes with a price tag of £55 if you're using petrol. Let's break it down. The petrol price we're talking about here is 143 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 £27.5 for the trip (£55 divided by 2). With three buddies on board, it's about £18.33 each (£55 divided by 3), and if you've got a full car of four, it's just £13.75 each (£55 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 38.5 liters of fuel. And that's where the £55 comes from for the trip from Preston to Aberdeen.

In summary, the total fuel cost for the journey is £55, 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.
 

Diesel cost from Preston to Aberdeen.

The trip with diesel fuel costs 34.7 £ (151p/lt, 62.7 mpg).
For 2 passengers: 17.35 £ (34.7/2) /p.
For 3 passengers: 11.57 £ (34.7/3) /p.
For 4 passengers: 8.68 £ (34.7/4) /p.

Diesel fuel and gasoline (petrol) fuel have differences:

  1. Emissions: Diesel fuel combustion typically produces higher levels of nitrogen oxides (NOx) and particulate matter compared to petrol combustion. However, advancements in diesel engine technology, such as particulate filters and selective catalytic reduction (SCR) systems, have significantly reduced emissions from modern diesel vehicles.

  2. Availability and Pricing: The availability and pricing of diesel fuel and petrol can vary by region and depend on factors such as government subsidies, taxes, and infrastructure. In some regions, diesel fuel may be more readily available or cheaper than petrol, influencing consumer choices and vehicle preferences.

Where is Preston located?

Preston is located in Lancashire county and in England. It is situated at an altitude of 35 meters above sea level. Preston has coordinates 53.7632010o,-2.7030900o. RouteCalculator provides a map of Preston from which you can plan your trips to other UK cities.

What is the location of Aberdeen?

Aberdeen is located in Aberdeen City county and in Scotland. It is situated at an altitude of 21 meters above sea level. Aberdeen has coordinates 57.1497170o,-2.0942780o. RouteCalculator provides a map of Aberdeen from which you can plan your trips to other UK cities.