Route from Slough to Stratford-on-Avon
The distance between Slough and Stratford-on-Avon is 87 miles. Travel time is 1 hour and 29 minutes.
To: Stratford-on-Avon, County: Warwickshire, EnglandDriving directions from Slough to Stratford-on-Avon
How much does it cost to drive from Slough to Stratford-on-Avon with petrol?
Let's delve into the expenses of a road trip from Slough to Stratford-on-Avon. The journey using petrol will set you back 15 pounds. Now, let's walk through how we arrived at this figure.
Firstly, we consider the price of petrol, which is 143 pence per liter. Next, we take into account the car's fuel consumption rate, which stands at 37.5 miles per gallon.
Now, suppose you're carpooling. If there are two passengers sharing the ride, each person will contribute 7.5 pounds (£15 divided by 2). With three passengers, the cost per person drops to around 5 pounds (£15 divided by 3). And if there are four passengers onboard, each person chips in 3.75 pounds (£15 divided by 4).
Let's delve deeper into the calculations. To determine how much fuel is needed for the trip, we rely on the distance and the car's fuel efficiency. The distance between Slough and Stratford-on-Avon is approximately 86.68 miles. So, to cover this distance, the car will require roughly 10.5 liters of petrol. We obtained this value by dividing the distance by the car's fuel consumption rate of 37.5 miles per gallon and then converting it to liters.
Once we have the amount of fuel needed, we calculate the total cost. Multiplying the fuel quantity (10.5 liters) by the price per liter (143 pence) yields 15 pounds. Therefore, the fuel cost for the journey from Slough to Stratford-on-Avon is 15 pounds.
One thing that can affect car fuel consumption is the use of air conditioning (AC) for the following reasons:
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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 Slough to Stratford-on-Avon.
The trip with diesel fuel costs 9.5 £ (151p/lt, 62.7 mpg).
For 2 passengers: 4.75 £ (9.5/2) /p.
For 3 passengers: 3.17 £ (9.5/3) /p.
For 4 passengers: 2.38 £ (9.5/4) /p.
Alternative routes from Slough to Stratford-on-Avon
The second route from Slough to the Stratford-on-Avon is 97.42 miles and takes 1 hour and 45 minutes.
The third route from Slough to the Stratford-on-Avon is 79.03 miles and takes 1 hour and 56 minutes.
Which is the cheapest route from Slough to Stratford-on-Avon by car?
The cheapest route from Slough to Stratford-on-Avon is the third suggested route (79mi, 1h 56min) and costs 13.7 £ (petrol fuel cost, 143p/lt, 37.5mpg).
The second cheapest route from Slough to Stratford-on-Avon is the first suggested route (87mi, 1h 29min) and costs 15 £.
The most expensive route from Slough to Stratford-on-Avon is the second suggested route (97mi, 1h 45min) and costs 16.9 £.
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 Slough to Stratford-on-Avon?
There are three suggested routes. The fastest route is 87mi (distance from Slough to Stratford-on-Avon) and its duration is 1h 29min. The other route is 97mi, and its duration is 1h 45min. The slowest route is 79mi, and its duration is 1h 56min.
RouteCalculator provides you with the information to prepare your trip from Slough to Stratford-on-Avon by car or motorbike. It offers you alternative road routes that you can follow to go from Slough to Stratford-on-Avon. It provides driving directions from Slough to Stratford-on-Avon, i.e. where to turn and when, distance of the Slough - Stratford-on-Avon 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 Stratford-on-Avon 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 Stratford-on-Avon?
Stratford-on-Avon is located in Warwickshire county and in England. It is situated at an altitude of 42 meters above sea level. Stratford-on-Avon has coordinates 52.1917300o,-1.7082980o. RouteCalculator provides a map of Stratford-on-Avon from which you can plan your trips to other UK cities.
