Route from Preston to Richmond upon Thames
The distance between Preston and Richmond upon Thames is 223 miles. Travel time is 3 hours and 54 minutes.
Driving directions from Preston to Richmond upon Thames
How much does it cost to drive from Preston to Richmond upon Thames with petrol?
Let's delve into the expenses of a road trip from Preston to Richmond upon Thames. The journey using petrol will set you back 38.7 pounds. Now, let's walk through how we arrived at this figure.
Firstly, we consider the price of petrol, which is 143 pence per liter. Next, we take into account the car's fuel consumption rate, which stands at 37.5 miles per gallon.
Now, suppose you're carpooling. If there are two passengers sharing the ride, each person will contribute 19.35 pounds (£38.7 divided by 2). With three passengers, the cost per person drops to around 12.9 pounds (£38.7 divided by 3). And if there are four passengers onboard, each person chips in 9.68 pounds (£38.7 divided by 4).
Let's delve deeper into the calculations. To determine how much fuel is needed for the trip, we rely on the distance and the car's fuel efficiency. The distance between Preston and Richmond upon Thames is approximately 223.12 miles. So, to cover this distance, the car will require roughly 27 liters of petrol. We obtained this value by dividing the distance by the car's fuel consumption rate of 37.5 miles per gallon and then converting it to liters.
Once we have the amount of fuel needed, we calculate the total cost. Multiplying the fuel quantity (27 liters) by the price per liter (143 pence) yields 38.7 pounds. Therefore, the fuel cost for the journey from Preston to Richmond upon Thames is 38.7 pounds.
The utilization of air conditioning (AC) might impact automotive fuel efficiency due to the subsequent factors:
Engine Load: Activating the AC causes the compressor in the vehicle's engine to exert more effort in order to cool and distribute the air. The additional burden might augment the engine's fuel consumption, particularly during urban travel or when the vehicle is stationary.
Aerodynamic drag can be increased by running the AC, especially at higher speeds. Consequently, the increased resistance necessitates the engine to exert more effort in order to sustain velocity, leading to elevated fuel consumption.
Accessory Load: Besides the AC compressor, other electrical components like the blower fan and condenser fan also consume electricity from the engine when the AC is in operation. This results in an augmented electrical load on the engine, resulting in increased fuel consumption.
Driving Conditions: The effect of air conditioning (AC) on fuel consumption can differ based on the conditions in which you are driving. Using the air conditioning (AC) while driving at lower speeds or in stop-and-go traffic can have a greater impact on fuel consumption than when traveling on the highway.
Efficiency Settings: Certain vehicles are equipped with features such as "Eco" mode or variable AC compressor speeds, which can effectively mitigate the influence of air conditioning on fuel consumption. Utilizing these characteristics can enhance fuel efficiency while simultaneously maintaining a comfortable temperature inside the cabin.
In general, although utilizing the air conditioning system can slightly elevate fuel consumption, it is frequently a necessary compromise for the sake of comfort, particularly in hot weather. Nevertheless, reducing the use of air conditioning whenever feasible, such as utilizing the car's ventilation system or opening windows at lower velocities, can assist in lessening its influence on fuel consumption.
Diesel cost from Preston to Richmond upon Thames.
The trip with diesel fuel costs 24.4 £ (151p/lt, 62.7 mpg).
For 2 passengers: 12.2 £ (24.4/2) /p.
For 3 passengers: 8.13 £ (24.4/3) /p.
For 4 passengers: 6.1 £ (24.4/4) /p.
Alternative routes from Preston to Richmond upon Thames
The second route from Preston to the Richmond upon Thames is 227.31 miles and takes 3 hours and 55 minutes.
The third route from Preston to the Richmond upon Thames is 232.27 miles and takes 5 hours and 17 minutes.
Which is the cheapest route from Preston to Richmond upon Thames by car?
The cheapest route from Preston to Richmond upon Thames is the first suggested route (223mi, 3h 54min) and costs 38.7 £ (petrol fuel cost, 143p/lt, 37.5mpg).
The second cheapest route from Preston to Richmond upon Thames is the second suggested route (227mi, 3h 55min) and costs 39.4 £.
The most expensive route from Preston to Richmond upon Thames is the third suggested route (232mi, 5h 17min) and costs 40.3 £.
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 Preston to Richmond upon Thames?
There are three suggested routes. The fastest route is 223mi (distance from Preston to Richmond upon Thames) and its duration is 3h 54min. The other route is 227mi, and its duration is 3h 55min. The slowest route is 232mi, and its duration is 5h 17min.
RouteCalculator provides you with the information to prepare your trip from Preston to Richmond upon Thames by car or motorbike. It offers you alternative road routes that you can follow to go from Preston to Richmond upon Thames. It provides driving directions from Preston to Richmond upon Thames, i.e. where to turn and when, distance of the Preston - Richmond upon Thames 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 Richmond upon Thames 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 Richmond upon Thames?
Richmond upon Thames is located in Greater London county and in England. It is situated at an altitude of 9 meters above sea level. Richmond upon Thames has coordinates 51.4613110o,-0.3037420o. RouteCalculator provides a map of Richmond upon Thames from which you can plan your trips to other UK cities.
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