Route from Reading to North Somerset

The distance between Reading and North Somerset is 88 miles. Travel time is 1 hour and 43 minutes.

From: Reading, County: Berkshire, England
To: North Somerset, County: Somerset, England
88 mi , 1 h 43 min
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Route from Reading to North Somerset on map



Driving directions from Reading to North Somerset

88 mi 1 h 43 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
67 mi
13.
Take the ramp on the left towards M32: Bristol
1207 ft
14.
Merge right onto M32
4.5 mi
15.
Continue onto Newfoundland Way (A4032)
0.4 mi
16.
Keep left onto Bond Street South (A4044)
0.3 mi
17.
Continue onto Temple Way Underpass (A4044)
0.4 mi
18.
Continue onto Temple Gate (A4)
1113 ft
19.
Enter Bath Bridge Roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto A4
228 ft
20.
Exit the roundabout onto A4
126 ft
21.
Keep left onto York Road (A370)
0.5 mi
22.
Enter Bedminster Bridge Roundabout and take the 1st exit onto Bedminster Parade (A38)
19 ft
23.
Exit the roundabout onto Bedminster Parade (A38)
42 ft
24.
Keep right onto Bedminster Parade (A38)
112 ft
25.
Keep left onto Coronation Road
1.1 mi
26.
Continue onto Clift House Road (A3029)
766 ft
27.
Keep left onto Clift House Spur
805 ft
28.
Merge right onto Brunel Way (A3029)
1.1 mi
29.
Enter Gurney Roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto A370
239 ft
30.
Exit the roundabout onto A370
7.4 mi
31.
Turn left onto Old Bristol Road
224 ft
32.
Make a sharp left
441 ft
33.
You have arrived at your destination, on the right
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What's the expense of traveling from Reading to North Somerset by car?

Embarking on the journey from Reading to North Somerset, one might ponder the cost of such a venture. Indeed, the expenditure amounts to 15.4 pounds when fueled by petrol. In this calculation, we delve into the intricate details, where the price of petrol stands at 144 pence per liter, and the car's thirst for fuel measures 37.5 miles per gallon.

For those opting for carpooling, the financial burden lightens, with a cost of 7.7 pounds for each of two passengers, 5.13 pounds for three passengers, and merely 3.85 pounds for four passengers.

Delving deeper into the mechanics of the calculation, we ascertain the amount of fuel required for the voyage. Covering a distance of approximately 88.13 miles, the car craves around 10.7 liters of petrol. This value is derived from the division of the distance by the car's fuel consumption rate, converted into liters for precision.

With the quantity of fuel determined, we proceed to compute the total expenditure. By multiplying the fuel volume (10.7 liters) by the price per liter (144 pence), we seamlessly arrive at the grand total of 15.4 pounds. Thus, the journey from Reading to North Somerset is marked by a fuel cost of 15.4 pounds.
 

 

One thing that can affect car fuel consumption is tire air pressure for the following reasons:

  1. Rolling Resistance: Properly inflated tires have less rolling resistance, meaning they require less energy to keep the vehicle moving. This reduces the workload on the engine and improves fuel efficiency. On the other hand, under-inflated tires increase rolling resistance, forcing the engine to work harder and consuming more fuel.

  2. Optimal Performance: Tires that are inflated to the manufacturer's recommended pressure level ensure optimal performance and fuel efficiency. Deviating from this recommended pressure level, either by under-inflating or over-inflating the tires, can lead to decreased fuel efficiency.

  3. Tire Wear: Improper tire inflation can cause uneven tire wear, which can further increase rolling resistance and fuel consumption. Regularly checking and maintaining proper tire pressure can help prevent premature tire wear and maintain fuel efficiency.

  4. Handling and Stability: Properly inflated tires also contribute to better handling and stability, especially during cornering and braking. This can lead to smoother driving, which in turn can help improve fuel efficiency by reducing the need for sudden acceleration or braking maneuvers.

  5. Environmental Impact: Maintaining proper tire pressure is not only beneficial for fuel efficiency but also reduces tire wear and extends tire life. This helps reduce the environmental impact associated with tire disposal and manufacturing, contributing to overall sustainability.

Overall, maintaining proper tire air pressure is essential for optimal fuel efficiency, vehicle performance, and safety. Regularly checking and adjusting tire pressure according to the manufacturer's recommendations can help drivers save fuel and reduce their environmental footprint.

Diesel cost from Reading to North Somerset.

The trip with diesel fuel costs 10.7 £ (167p/lt, 62.7 mpg).
For 2 passengers: 5.35 £ (10.7/2) /p.
For 3 passengers: 3.57 £ (10.7/3) /p.
For 4 passengers: 2.68 £ (10.7/4) /p.

Alternative routes from Reading to North Somerset

The second route from Reading to the North Somerset is 88.71 miles and takes 2 hours and 16 minutes.

Which is the cheapest route from Reading to North Somerset by car?

The cheapest route from Reading to North Somerset is the first suggested route (88mi, 1h 43min) and costs 15.4 £ (petrol fuel cost, 144p/lt, 37.5mpg).

The most expensive route from Reading to North Somerset is the second suggested route (89mi, 2h 16min) and costs 15.5 £.

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 North Somerset?

There are two suggested routes. The fastest route is 88mi (distance from Reading to North Somerset) and its duration is 1h 43min. The slowest route is 89mi, and its duration is 2h 16min.

RouteCalculator provides you with the information to prepare your trip from Reading to North Somerset by car or motorbike. It offers you alternative road routes that you can follow to go from Reading to North Somerset. It provides driving directions from Reading to North Somerset, i.e. where to turn and when, distance of the Reading - North Somerset 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 North Somerset 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 North Somerset?

North Somerset is located in Somerset county and in England. It is situated at an altitude of 38 meters above sea level. North Somerset has coordinates 51.3879028o,-2.7781091o. RouteCalculator provides a map of North Somerset from which you can plan your trips to other UK cities.