Route from Rutherglen to Dudley

The distance between Rutherglen and Dudley is 283 miles. Travel time is 4 hours and 43 minutes.

From: Rutherglen, County: South Lanarkshire, Scotland
To: Dudley, County: West Midlands, England
283 mi , 4 h 43 min
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Route from Rutherglen to Dudley on map



Driving directions from Rutherglen to Dudley

283 mi 4 h 43 min
1.
Head north on Glebe Place
23 ft
2.
Turn right onto Toryglen Road
430 ft
3.
Turn left onto Burnhill Street (B768)
872 ft
4.
Continue onto Main Street (B768)
1 mi
5.
Keep left onto A724
0.3 mi
6.
Turn right
88 ft
7.
Take the ramp on the right onto M74
4.3 mi
8.
Continue towards M74: Carlisle
29.3 mi
9.
Continue onto A74(M)
49 mi
10.
Continue onto M6
98 mi
11.
Keep right onto Preston Bypass (M6)
86 mi
12.
Keep left onto M6
6.6 mi
13.
Take the ramp on the left
1158 ft
14.
Keep right at the fork
827 ft
15.
Merge right onto Bentley Interchange (A454)
945 ft
16.
Keep left onto Black Country Route (A454)
1.3 mi
17.
Keep right onto Black Country Route (A463)
0.7 mi
18.
Enter Lunt Junction and take the 2nd exit onto Black Country Route (A463)
263 ft
19.
Exit the roundabout onto Black Country Route (A463)
0.5 mi
20.
Enter Vulcan Road Island and take the 3rd exit onto Black Country Route (A463)
248 ft
21.
Exit the roundabout onto Black Country Route (A463)
1070 ft
22.
Enter Oxford Street Island and take the 3rd exit onto Black Country Route (A463)
247 ft
23.
Exit the roundabout onto Black Country Route (A463)
0.5 mi
24.
Enter Coseley Road Island and take the 2nd exit onto Black Country Route (A463)
164 ft
25.
Exit the roundabout onto Black Country Route (A463)
0.3 mi
26.
Enter Spring Vale Island and take the 1st exit onto Black Country Route (A463)
120 ft
27.
Exit the roundabout onto Black Country Route (A463)
0.5 mi
28.
Enter Black Country Route and take the 2nd exit onto Black Country Route (A463)
142 ft
29.
Exit the roundabout onto Black Country Route (A463)
576 ft
30.
Turn left onto Birmingham New Road (A4123)
1.8 mi
31.
Turn right onto Priory Road (A4168)
0.8 mi
32.
Turn right onto Hazel Road
605 ft
33.
Turn left onto The Broadway (A459)
716 ft
34.
Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto The Broadway (A459)
193 ft
35.
Exit the roundabout onto The Broadway (A459)
0.3 mi
36.
Turn right onto Tower Street
104 ft
37.
Turn left onto Green Man Entry
178 ft
38.
You have arrived at your destination, on the right
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How much does it cost to travel from Rutherglen to Dudley by car?

The journey, fueled by petrol, comes to £49.4. In this calculation, we've assumed a petrol price of 144 pence per liter and the car's petrol consumption at 37.5 miles per gallon.

For those considering carpooling, with two passengers, the cost per person is £24.7 (£49.4/2). With three passengers, the cost reduces to £16.47 per person (£49.4/3). And for four passengers, it further decreases to £12.35 per person (£49.4/4).

To break it down further, here's how we arrive at the result:

The fuel required is determined by dividing the distance by the car's fuel consumption. For a journey of 283.04 miles, this calculation involves multiplying 283.04 miles by 4.54609 (liters per gallon) and dividing by the car's consumption of 37.5 mpg, resulting in 34.3 liters of fuel needed.

The fuel cost is then calculated by multiplying the fuel needed by the price per liter. For 34.3 liters of fuel at 144 pence per liter, the total comes to £49.4.

In conclusion, the fuel cost from Rutherglen to Dudley amounts to £49.4.

 

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 Rutherglen to Dudley.

The trip with diesel fuel costs 34.3 £ (167p/lt, 62.7 mpg).
For 2 passengers: 17.15 £ (34.3/2) /p.
For 3 passengers: 11.43 £ (34.3/3) /p.
For 4 passengers: 8.58 £ (34.3/4) /p.

Where is Rutherglen located?

Rutherglen is located in South Lanarkshire county and in Scotland. It is situated at an altitude of 14 meters above sea level. Rutherglen has coordinates 55.8289720o,-4.2242689o. RouteCalculator provides a map of Rutherglen from which you can plan your trips to other UK cities.

What is the location of Dudley?

Dudley is located in West Midlands county and in England. It is situated at an altitude of 200 meters above sea level. Dudley has coordinates 52.5122550o,-2.0811120o. RouteCalculator provides a map of Dudley from which you can plan your trips to other UK cities.