Route from Preston to Cambuslang

The distance between Preston and Cambuslang is 178 miles. Travel time is 2 hours and 60 minutes.

From: Preston, County: Lancashire, England
To: Cambuslang, County: South Lanarkshire, Scotland
178 mi , 2 h 60 min
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Route from Preston to Cambuslang on map



Driving directions from Preston to Cambuslang

178 mi 2 h 60 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
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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
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Continue onto M74
31.7 mi
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Take the ramp on the left
1237 ft
15.
Turn left onto A763
0.6 mi
16.
Enter the roundabout and take the 1st exit onto Clydeford Road (A763)
194 ft
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Exit the roundabout onto Clydeford Road (A763)
979 ft
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Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Clydeford Road
133 ft
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Exit the roundabout onto Clydeford Road
0.3 mi
20.
Turn right onto Mansion Street
316 ft
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Turn right onto Colebrooke Street
209 ft
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You have arrived at your destination
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How much does it cost to travel from Preston to Cambuslang by car?

The journey from Preston to Cambuslang by car comes with a price tag of £30.9 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 £15.45 for the trip (£30.9 divided by 2). With three buddies on board, it's about £10.3 each (£30.9 divided by 3), and if you've got a full car of four, it's just £7.73 each (£30.9 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 21.6 liters of fuel. And that's where the £30.9 comes from for the trip from Preston to Cambuslang.

In summary, the total fuel cost for the journey is £30.9, 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 fuel consumption is the condition of the road for the following reasons:

  1. Surface Roughness: Rough road surfaces, such as those with potholes, cracks, or uneven pavement, can increase rolling resistance. This means the tires have to work harder to maintain speed, leading to higher fuel consumption.

  2. Friction: Poor road conditions can also increase friction between the tires and the road surface. This friction creates drag, which requires the engine to work harder to overcome. As a result, fuel consumption can increase, especially at higher speeds.

  3. Traffic Congestion: Roads with heavy traffic congestion often involve frequent stops and starts, as well as idling in traffic queues. This constant acceleration and deceleration can lead to increased fuel consumption compared to driving on open, free-flowing roads.

  4. Elevation Changes: Roads with steep inclines or declines can affect fuel consumption, especially for vehicles with less powerful engines. Climbing uphill requires more power from the engine and thus more fuel, while descending downhill may require additional braking and fuel to maintain control.

  5. Weather Conditions: Adverse weather conditions such as rain, snow, or ice can affect road traction and vehicle stability. Drivers may need to adjust their speed and driving behavior, which can impact fuel consumption.

  6. Surface Quality: Smooth road surfaces with good pavement quality generally result in lower fuel consumption compared to rough or poorly maintained roads. This is because smooth roads reduce rolling resistance and allow for more efficient vehicle operation.

Overall, road conditions play a significant role in determining fuel consumption, and drivers may experience variations in fuel efficiency depending on the condition of the roads they are driving on.

Diesel cost from Preston to Cambuslang.

The trip with diesel fuel costs 19.5 £ (151p/lt, 62.7 mpg).
For 2 passengers: 9.75 £ (19.5/2) /p.
For 3 passengers: 6.5 £ (19.5/3) /p.
For 4 passengers: 4.88 £ (19.5/4) /p.

Alternative routes from Preston to Cambuslang

The most time-consuming route from Preston to Cambuslang spans a distance of 185.16 miles and requires a travel time of 4 hours and 16 minutes.

Which is the cheapest route from Preston to Cambuslang by car?

The cheapest route from Preston to Cambuslang is the first suggested route (178mi, 2h 60min) and costs 30.9 £ (petrol fuel cost, 143p/lt, 37.5mpg).

The most expensive route from Preston to Cambuslang is the second suggested route (185mi, 4h 16min) and costs 32.1 £.

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 Preston to Cambuslang?

There are two suggested routes. The fastest route is 178mi (distance from Preston to Cambuslang) and its duration is 2h 60min. The slowest route is 185mi, and its duration is 4h 16min.

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

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 Cambuslang?

Cambuslang is located in South Lanarkshire county and in Scotland. It is situated at an altitude of 21 meters above sea level. Cambuslang has coordinates 55.8209820o,-4.1648910o. RouteCalculator provides a map of Cambuslang from which you can plan your trips to other UK cities.