Route from Rutherglen to Merton

The distance between Rutherglen and Merton is 422 miles. Travel time is 6 hours and 58 minutes.

From: Rutherglen, County: South Lanarkshire, Scotland
To: Merton, County: Greater London, England
422 mi , 6 h 58 min
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Route from Rutherglen to Merton on map



Driving directions from Rutherglen to Merton

422 mi 6 h 58 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
9.4 mi
13.
Keep right onto M6
11.7 mi
14.
Take the ramp on the left
0.9 mi
15.
Keep right at the fork
0.4 mi
16.
Continue onto M42
12.2 mi
17.
Take exit 3A on the left towards M40: London
1 mi
18.
Merge right onto M40
84 mi
19.
Take the ramp on the left towards M25(S): Watford
0.4 mi
20.
Keep right towards M25(S): Heathrow
0.9 mi
21.
Keep left towards M25: Heathrow
18.5 mi
22.
Take the ramp on the left towards A3: London (SW)
1176 ft
23.
Enter Wisley Interchange and take the 1st exit onto A3
34 ft
24.
Exit the roundabout onto A3
0.4 mi
25.
Merge right onto Portsmouth Road (A3)
0.6 mi
26.
Continue onto Cobham Bypass (A3)
3.3 mi
27.
Continue onto Esher Bypass (A3)
3.5 mi
28.
Continue onto Kingston Bypass (A3)
1.9 mi
29.
Continue onto Tolworth Rise North (A3)
0.4 mi
30.
Continue onto Malden Way (A3)
1.4 mi
31.
Continue onto Beverley Way (A3)
646 ft
32.
Take the ramp on the left towards Wimbledon
609 ft
33.
Go straight onto Bushey Road (A298)
1.2 mi
34.
Continue towards Merton Park
1022 ft
35.
Turn right onto Cannon Hill Lane
255 ft
36.
Turn left onto Cleveland Avenue
176 ft
37.
You have arrived at your destination, on the left
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If you were to travel from Rutherglen to Merton, how much would it charge you?

A trip with petrol gasoline will cost you 73.6 pounds. According to the figure presented above, the price of petrol corresponds to 144 pence per litre, and the amount of petrol that the vehicle consumes is equivalent to 37.5 miles per gallon.
Through carpooling, the cost of this trip is 36.8 pounds for each of the two passengers.
When there are three people in the automobile, the cost of this trip is 24.53 pounds (73.6/3) for each individual passenger.
This trip will cost you 18.4 pounds for each of the four people who are travelling in the automobile.


The cost of fuel is equal to (421.65 miles / 37.5 miles per gallon) multiplied by 144 pence a litre, which is 73.6 pounds.

A more in-depth explanation of the result is as follows:

Fuel usage is miles multiplied by 4.54609 divided by the distance travelled by the vehicle.Consumption is 421.65 miles multiplied by 4.54609 divided by 37.5 miles per gallon, which equals 51.1 litres

It takes 51.1 litres of fuel.

The cost of fuel is equal to the amount of fuel required multiplied by the price per litre, which is 51.1 litres multiplied by 144 pence a litre, which is 73.6 pounds.

The cost of fuel from Rutherglen to Merton is 73.6 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 Rutherglen to Merton.

The trip with diesel fuel costs 51.1 £ (167p/lt, 62.7 mpg).
For 2 passengers: 25.55 £ (51.1/2) /p.
For 3 passengers: 17.03 £ (51.1/3) /p.
For 4 passengers: 12.78 £ (51.1/4) /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 Merton?

Merton is located in Greater London county and in England. It is situated at an altitude of 15 meters above sea level. Merton has coordinates 51.4097735o,-0.2108092o. RouteCalculator provides a map of Merton from which you can plan your trips to other UK cities.