Route from Reading to Mid Devon

The distance between Reading and Mid Devon is 144 miles. Travel time is 2 hours and 28 minutes.

From: Reading, County: Berkshire, England
To: Mid Devon, County: Devon, England
144 mi , 2 h 28 min
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Route from Reading to Mid Devon on map



Driving directions from Reading to Mid Devon

144 mi 2 h 28 min
1.
Head west
88 ft
2.
Turn left onto Inner Distribution Road
704 ft
3.
Enter Castle Hill Roundabout and take the 3rd exit onto Castle Street (A4155)
399 ft
4.
Exit the roundabout onto Castle Street (A4155)
504 ft
5.
Continue onto Bath Road (A4155)
0.7 mi
6.
Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Bath Road (A4)
65 ft
7.
Exit the roundabout onto Bath Road (A4)
2.7 mi
8.
Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Bath Road (A4)
139 ft
9.
Exit the roundabout onto Bath Road (A4)
0.4 mi
10.
Enter Theale Interchange and take the 3rd exit towards M4
954 ft
11.
Exit the roundabout towards M4
0.3 mi
12.
Merge right onto M4
70 mi
13.
Take exit 20 on the left towards M5: Thornbury
0.3 mi
14.
Keep left towards M5 South: Thornbury
0.7 mi
15.
Keep right onto M5
61.3 mi
16.
Take the ramp on the left onto M5
0.3 mi
17.
Enter Tiverton Parkway Interchange and take the 3rd exit onto North Devon Link Road (A361)
825 ft
18.
Exit the roundabout onto North Devon Link Road (A361)
4.9 mi
19.
Take the ramp on the left
942 ft
20.
Enter the roundabout and take the 1st exit onto Heathcoat Way (A396)
10 ft
21.
Exit the roundabout onto Heathcoat Way (A396)
999 ft
22.
Enter the roundabout and take the 3rd exit onto Lea Road
134 ft
23.
Exit the roundabout onto Lea Road
0.8 mi
24.
Turn right onto Bolham Lane
895 ft
25.
Turn right
524 ft
26.
Continue straight
773 ft
27.
You have arrived at your destination, on the right
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How much is the expense of driving from Reading to Mid Devon?

The expense of driving from Reading to Mid Devon, using petrol as the fuel source, amounts to £25.1. This calculation derives from considering the petrol price as 144 pence per liter and the car's fuel efficiency at 37.5 miles per gallon. When carpooling with two passengers, the cost of the trip per passenger is halved to £12.55 (£25.1 divided by 2). With three passengers, the expense drops to approximately £8.37 per passenger (£25.1 divided by 3), and with four passengers, it's reduced further to £6.28 per passenger (£25.1 divided by 4).

To delve into the details of the calculations, the fuel cost computation is reliant on the distance traveled and the car's fuel consumption rate. For the journey from Reading to Mid Devon, approximately 17.4 liters of fuel would be required. This amount is determined by dividing the distance of 143.6 miles by the car's fuel consumption rate of 37.5 miles per gallon, and then converting from gallons to liters using the conversion factor of 4.54609 liters per gallon.

Multiplying the fuel needed by the petrol price per liter results in the total fuel cost of £25.1 for the trip. This breakdown illustrates the impact of various factors, such as fuel price and consumption rate, on the overall cost of the journey, providing insights for individuals planning similar trips and requiring budget estimates.
 

 

Several factors can influence the cost of fuel when driving a car:

  1. Fuel Prices: The cost of fuel itself is a primary determinant of fuel expenses. Fluctuations in global oil prices, local taxes, and market demand can all influence fuel prices.

  2. Fuel Efficiency: The fuel efficiency of the vehicle plays a crucial role in determining fuel costs. Cars with higher fuel efficiency will consume less fuel per mile or kilometer traveled, resulting in lower fuel expenses.

  3. Driving Habits: Personal driving habits, such as aggressive acceleration, speeding, and frequent braking, can significantly impact fuel consumption. Adopting smooth driving practices and maintaining a steady speed can help improve fuel efficiency and reduce costs.

  4. Vehicle Maintenance: Proper maintenance of the vehicle, including regular oil changes, tire rotations, and engine tune-ups, is essential for optimal fuel efficiency. Neglecting maintenance can lead to decreased fuel efficiency and increased fuel costs.

  5. Route Selection: The route taken during driving can affect fuel expenses. Opting for routes with lower speed limits, less traffic congestion, and fewer stops can help improve fuel efficiency and reduce costs compared to congested city routes.

  6. Vehicle Weight: Carrying excess weight in the vehicle, such as unnecessary cargo or roof racks, can increase fuel consumption. Removing unnecessary weight can improve fuel efficiency and lower fuel costs.

Diesel cost from Reading to Mid Devon.

The trip with diesel fuel costs 17.4 £ (167p/lt, 62.7 mpg).
For 2 passengers: 8.7 £ (17.4/2) /p.
For 3 passengers: 5.8 £ (17.4/3) /p.
For 4 passengers: 4.35 £ (17.4/4) /p.

Alternative routes from Reading to Mid Devon

The most time-consuming route from Reading to Mid Devon spans a distance of 140.33 miles and requires a travel time of 2 hours and 47 minutes.

Which is the cheapest route from Reading to Mid Devon by car?

The cheapest route from Reading to Mid Devon is the second suggested route (140mi, 2h 47min) and costs 24.5 £ (petrol fuel cost, 144p/lt, 37.5mpg).

The most expensive route from Reading to Mid Devon is the first suggested route (144mi, 2h 28min) and costs 25.1 £.

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 Reading to Mid Devon?

There are two suggested routes. The fastest route is 144mi (distance from Reading to Mid Devon) and its duration is 2h 28min. The slowest route is 140mi, and its duration is 2h 47min.

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

Where is Reading located?

Reading is located in Berkshire county and in England. It is situated at an altitude of 43 meters above sea level. Reading has coordinates 51.4542645o,-0.9781303o. RouteCalculator provides a map of Reading from which you can plan your trips to other UK cities.

What is the location of Mid Devon?

Mid Devon is located in Devon county and in England. It is situated at an altitude of 89 meters above sea level. Mid Devon has coordinates 50.9190318o,-3.4746216o. RouteCalculator provides a map of Mid Devon from which you can plan your trips to other UK cities.