Route from Preston to Harborough
The distance between Preston and Harborough is 141 miles. Travel time is 2 hours and 37 minutes.

Driving directions from Preston to Harborough
How much does it cost to drive from Preston to Harborough with petrol?
Driving from Preston to Harborough costs £24.5 with petrol. The calculation assumes a petrol price of 143 pence per liter and a car's petrol consumption of 37.5 miles per gallon. Carpooling with two passengers brings the cost down to £12.25 per person. With three passengers, it's £8.17 per person, and with four passengers, it's £6.13 per person. The fuel cost for the trip is derived from the distance and car fuel consumption, totaling 17.1 liters of fuel. This results in a £24.5 fuel cost for the journey.
The condition of the car can significantly impact fuel consumption. Here's how:
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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 Preston to Harborough.
The trip with diesel fuel costs 15.5 £ (151p/lt, 62.7 mpg).
For 2 passengers: 7.75 £ (15.5/2) /p.
For 3 passengers: 5.17 £ (15.5/3) /p.
For 4 passengers: 3.88 £ (15.5/4) /p.
Alternative routes from Preston to Harborough
The second route from Preston to the Harborough is 148.18 miles and takes 2 hours and 46 minutes.
The third route from Preston to the Harborough is 149.79 miles and takes 3 hours and 18 minutes.
Which is the cheapest route from Preston to Harborough by car?
The cheapest route from Preston to Harborough is the first suggested route (141mi, 2h 37min) and costs 24.5 £ (petrol fuel cost, 143p/lt, 37.5mpg).
The second cheapest route from Preston to Harborough is the second suggested route (148mi, 2h 46min) and costs 25.7 £.
The most expensive route from Preston to Harborough is the third suggested route (150mi, 3h 18min) and costs 26 £.
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 Harborough?
There are three suggested routes. The fastest route is 141mi (distance from Preston to Harborough) and its duration is 2h 37min. The other route is 148mi, and its duration is 2h 46min. The slowest route is 150mi, and its duration is 3h 18min.
RouteCalculator provides you with the information to prepare your trip from Preston to Harborough by car or motorbike. It offers you alternative road routes that you can follow to go from Preston to Harborough. It provides driving directions from Preston to Harborough, i.e. where to turn and when, distance of the Preston - Harborough 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 Harborough 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 Harborough?
Harborough is located in Leicestershire county and in England. It is situated at an altitude of 131 meters above sea level. Harborough has coordinates 52.5708762o,-0.9346458o. RouteCalculator provides a map of Harborough from which you can plan your trips to other UK cities.