Route from Rossendale to Dumfries

The distance between Rossendale and Dumfries is 142 miles. Travel time is 2 hours and 32 minutes.

From: Rossendale, County: Lancashire, England
To: Dumfries, County: Dumfries and Galloway, Scotland
142 mi , 2 h 32 min
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Route from Rossendale to Dumfries on map



Driving directions from Rossendale to Dumfries

142 mi 2 h 32 min
1.
Head southeast on Joe Connolly Way
114 ft
2.
Turn left to stay on Joe Connolly Way
122 ft
3.
Turn right to stay on Joe Connolly Way
188 ft
4.
Turn left onto Schofield Street
299 ft
5.
Turn right onto Burnley Road East (B6238)
480 ft
6.
Turn right onto Bacup Road (A681)
1.1 mi
7.
Enter the roundabout and take the 1st exit onto Bocholt Way (A681)
10 ft
8.
Exit the roundabout onto Bocholt Way (A681)
0.6 mi
9.
Enter Queen's Square Island and take the 3rd exit onto Haslingden Road (A681)
295 ft
10.
Exit the roundabout onto Haslingden Road (A681)
1.1 mi
11.
Enter the roundabout and take the 1st exit onto Edenfield Interchange (A680)
16 ft
12.
Exit the roundabout onto Edenfield Interchange (A680)
491 ft
13.
Enter the roundabout and take the 3rd exit onto Broadway (A680)
579 ft
14.
Exit the roundabout onto Broadway (A680)
250 ft
15.
Take the ramp onto Edenfield Interchange
1131 ft
16.
Merge right onto Haslingden Bypass (A56)
0.4 mi
17.
Take the ramp on the left
1310 ft
18.
Turn left onto Grane Road (B6232)
3 mi
19.
Continue onto Elton Road (B6232)
1.9 mi
20.
Continue onto Haslingden Road (B6232)
0.5 mi
21.
Enter Guide Interchange and take the 1st exit onto M65
38 ft
22.
Exit the roundabout onto M65
7.5 mi
23.
Take the ramp on the left
0.3 mi
24.
Keep right at the fork
335 ft
25.
Enter Clayton Brook Interchange and take the 4th exit
0.3 mi
26.
Exit the roundabout
0.4 mi
27.
Merge right onto M61
100 mi
28.
Continue onto A74(M)
0.5 mi
29.
Take the ramp on the left towards A75: South West Scotland
0.5 mi
30.
Keep right towards A75
725 ft
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Continue towards A75
21.1 mi
32.
Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Dumfries Bypass (A75)
164 ft
33.
Exit the roundabout onto Dumfries Bypass (A75)
0.9 mi
34.
Enter Brownrigg Roundabout and take the 1st exit onto Lockerbie Road (A709)
167 ft
35.
Exit the roundabout onto Lockerbie Road (A709)
0.8 mi
36.
Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Lockerbie Road (A709)
82 ft
37.
Exit the roundabout onto Lockerbie Road (A709)
0.5 mi
38.
Continue onto St Mary's Street (A709)
600 ft
39.
Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto St Mary's Street (A709)
64 ft
40.
Exit the roundabout onto St Mary's Street (A709)
520 ft
41.
Turn right onto Montague Street
107 ft
42.
You have arrived at your destination, on the left
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What's the expense of traveling from Rossendale to Dumfries by car?

Embarking on the journey from Rossendale to Dumfries, one might ponder the cost of such a venture. Indeed, the expenditure amounts to 24.9 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 12.45 pounds for each of two passengers, 8.3 pounds for three passengers, and merely 6.23 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 142.37 miles, the car craves around 17.3 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 (17.3 liters) by the price per liter (144 pence), we seamlessly arrive at the grand total of 24.9 pounds. Thus, the journey from Rossendale to Dumfries is marked by a fuel cost of 24.9 pounds.
 

 

One thing that can affect car fuel consumption is the use of air conditioning (AC) for the following reasons:

  1. Engine Load: When the AC is turned on, the compressor in the car's engine needs to work harder to cool and circulate the air. This extra workload can increase the engine's fuel consumption, especially during city driving or when the car is idling.

  2. Drag Effect: Running the AC can also increase aerodynamic drag, particularly at higher speeds. This means the engine needs to work harder to maintain speed, resulting in higher fuel consumption.

  3. Accessory Load: In addition to the AC compressor, other electrical components such as the blower fan and condenser fan also draw power from the engine when the AC is running. This increases the overall electrical load on the engine, leading to higher fuel consumption.

  4. Driving Conditions: The impact of AC on fuel consumption can vary depending on driving conditions. For example, using the AC while driving at lower speeds or in stop-and-go traffic may have a more significant effect on fuel consumption compared to highway driving.

  5. Efficiency Settings: Some cars come equipped with features like "Eco" mode or variable AC compressor speeds, which can help reduce the impact of AC on fuel consumption. Using these features can help optimize fuel efficiency while still keeping the cabin cool.

Overall, while using the AC can increase fuel consumption to some extent, it's often a necessary trade-off for comfort, especially during hot weather. However, minimizing AC usage when possible, such as using the car's ventilation system or rolling down windows at lower speeds, can help mitigate its impact on fuel consumption.

Diesel cost from Rossendale to Dumfries.

The trip with diesel fuel costs 17.2 £ (167p/lt, 62.7 mpg).
For 2 passengers: 8.6 £ (17.2/2) /p.
For 3 passengers: 5.73 £ (17.2/3) /p.
For 4 passengers: 4.3 £ (17.2/4) /p.

Alternative routes from Rossendale to Dumfries

Meanwhile, the least speedy route from Rossendale to Dumfries covers 137.8 miles and necessitates 3 hours and 9 minutes for completion.

Which is the cheapest route from Rossendale to Dumfries by car?

The cheapest route from Rossendale to Dumfries is the second suggested route (138mi, 3h 9min) and costs 24 £ (petrol fuel cost, 144p/lt, 37.5mpg).

The most expensive route from Rossendale to Dumfries is the first suggested route (142mi, 2h 32min) and costs 24.9 £.

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 Rossendale to Dumfries?

There are two suggested routes. The fastest route is 142mi (distance from Rossendale to Dumfries) and its duration is 2h 32min. The slowest route is 138mi, and its duration is 3h 9min.

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

Where is Rossendale located?

Rossendale is located in Lancashire county and in England. It is situated at an altitude of 209 meters above sea level. Rossendale has coordinates 53.6940302o,-2.2559579o. RouteCalculator provides a map of Rossendale from which you can plan your trips to other UK cities.

What is the location of Dumfries?

Dumfries is located in Dumfries and Galloway county and in Scotland. It is situated at an altitude of 21 meters above sea level. Dumfries has coordinates 55.0708590o,-3.6051200o. RouteCalculator provides a map of Dumfries from which you can plan your trips to other UK cities.