Route from Slough to Newcastle upon Tyne
The distance between Slough and Newcastle upon Tyne is 284 miles. Travel time is 4 hours and 46 minutes.
To: Newcastle upon Tyne, County: Tyne and Wear, EnglandDriving directions from Slough to Newcastle upon Tyne
How much does it cost to drive from Slough to Newcastle upon Tyne?
If you're using petrol, it's gonna set you back 49.2 quid. In this calculation, they're saying the petrol price is 143 pence per liter, and the car's gonna guzzle down 37.5 miles for every gallon of that stuff.
Now, if you're carpooling, the cost gets split up between everyone riding. So, if there are two people in the car, it's gonna be 24.6 quid each (£49.2 divided by 2). With three buddies on board, it works out to around 16.4 quid per person (£49.2 divided by 3). And if you've got a full car with four people, it's only 12.3 quid per person (£49.2 divided by 4).
Breaking down the numbers, the fuel cost is calculated based on how far you're going and how much gas your car chugs. For this trip, you're gonna need about 34.4 liters of fuel. They figured that out by dividing the distance of 283.68 miles by the car's fuel consumption rate of 37.5 miles per gallon, and then converting that to liters 'cause, you know, the UK uses liters.
So, you take the fuel needed, which is 34.4 liters, and you multiply it by the price per liter, which is 143 pence. And voilà, you got yourself the total fuel cost for the trip from Slough to Newcastle upon Tyne: 49.2 quid.
One thing that can affect fuel consumption is the condition of the road for the following reasons:
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Surface Roughness: Rough road surfaces, such as those with potholes, cracks, or uneven pavement, can increase rolling resistance. This means the tires have to work harder to maintain speed, leading to higher fuel consumption.
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Friction: Poor road conditions can also increase friction between the tires and the road surface. This friction creates drag, which requires the engine to work harder to overcome. As a result, fuel consumption can increase, especially at higher speeds.
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Traffic Congestion: Roads with heavy traffic congestion often involve frequent stops and starts, as well as idling in traffic queues. This constant acceleration and deceleration can lead to increased fuel consumption compared to driving on open, free-flowing roads.
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Elevation Changes: Roads with steep inclines or declines can affect fuel consumption, especially for vehicles with less powerful engines. Climbing uphill requires more power from the engine and thus more fuel, while descending downhill may require additional braking and fuel to maintain control.
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Weather Conditions: Adverse weather conditions such as rain, snow, or ice can affect road traction and vehicle stability. Drivers may need to adjust their speed and driving behavior, which can impact fuel consumption.
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Surface Quality: Smooth road surfaces with good pavement quality generally result in lower fuel consumption compared to rough or poorly maintained roads. This is because smooth roads reduce rolling resistance and allow for more efficient vehicle operation.
Overall, road conditions play a significant role in determining fuel consumption, and drivers may experience variations in fuel efficiency depending on the condition of the roads they are driving on.
Diesel cost from Slough to Newcastle upon Tyne.
The trip with diesel fuel costs 31.1 £ (151p/lt, 62.7 mpg).
For 2 passengers: 15.55 £ (31.1/2) /p.
For 3 passengers: 10.37 £ (31.1/3) /p.
For 4 passengers: 7.78 £ (31.1/4) /p.
Alternative routes from Slough to Newcastle upon Tyne
The most time-consuming route from Slough to Newcastle upon Tyne spans a distance of 285.26 miles and requires a travel time of 4 hours and 51 minutes.
Which is the cheapest route from Slough to Newcastle upon Tyne by car?
The cheapest route from Slough to Newcastle upon Tyne is the first suggested route (284mi, 4h 46min) and costs 49.2 £ (petrol fuel cost, 143p/lt, 37.5mpg).
The most expensive route from Slough to Newcastle upon Tyne is the second suggested route (285mi, 4h 51min) and costs 49.4 £.
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 Slough to Newcastle upon Tyne?
There are two suggested routes. The fastest route is 284mi (distance from Slough to Newcastle upon Tyne) and its duration is 4h 46min. The slowest route is 285mi, and its duration is 4h 51min.
RouteCalculator provides you with the information to prepare your trip from Slough to Newcastle upon Tyne by car or motorbike. It offers you alternative road routes that you can follow to go from Slough to Newcastle upon Tyne. It provides driving directions from Slough to Newcastle upon Tyne, i.e. where to turn and when, distance of the Slough - Newcastle upon Tyne 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 Slough to Newcastle upon Tyne with other people or friends, RouteCalculator provides the cost of the journey and the amount that each passenger will have to pay.
Where is Slough located?
Slough is located in Berkshire county and in England. It is situated at an altitude of 32 meters above sea level. Slough has coordinates 51.5105384o,-0.5950406o. RouteCalculator provides a map of Slough from which you can plan your trips to other UK cities.
What is the location of Newcastle upon Tyne?
Newcastle upon Tyne is located in Tyne and Wear county and in England. It is situated at an altitude of 56 meters above sea level. Newcastle upon Tyne has coordinates 54.9782520o,-1.6177800o. RouteCalculator provides a map of Newcastle upon Tyne from which you can plan your trips to other UK cities.
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