Route from Solihull to Bournemouth

The distance between Solihull and Bournemouth is 156 miles. Travel time is 2 hours and 38 minutes.

From: Solihull, County: West Midlands, England
To: Bournemouth, County: Dorset, England
156 mi , 2 h 38 min
Tolls: 0£ Stations
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Route from Solihull to Bournemouth on map



Driving directions from Solihull to Bournemouth

156 mi 2 h 38 min
1.
Head southeast on Manor Square
215 ft
2.
Turn left onto The Square
148 ft
3.
Continue onto New Road
504 ft
4.
Make a slight left to stay on New Road
1199 ft
5.
Turn right onto Warwick Road (B4102)
0.5 mi
6.
Enter the roundabout and take the 1st exit
36 ft
7.
Exit the roundabout
0.5 mi
8.
Merge right onto Solihull Bypass (A41)
843 ft
9.
Enter Copt Hill Interchange and take the 3rd exit
818 ft
10.
Exit the roundabout
0.3 mi
11.
Merge right onto M42
4 mi
12.
Take exit 3A on the left towards M40: London
1 mi
13.
Merge right onto M40
44.4 mi
14.
Take exit 9 on the left towards A41: Bicester Central
0.3 mi
15.
Enter Wendlebury Interchange and take the 3rd exit onto A34
1021 ft
16.
Exit the roundabout onto A34
34.4 mi
17.
Keep right onto Newbury Bypass (A34)
28.1 mi
18.
Enter Winnall Interchange and take the 3rd exit onto M3
1107 ft
19.
Exit the roundabout onto M3
7.9 mi
20.
Keep left onto M3
1 mi
21.
Keep right towards M27
1.8 mi
22.
Merge right onto M27
8.3 mi
23.
Continue onto A31
11.3 mi
24.
Take the ramp on the left
1191 ft
25.
Keep left at the fork
386 ft
26.
Merge right onto Spur Road (A338)
6.8 mi
27.
Continue onto Wessex Way (A338)
2.2 mi
28.
Enter St Pauls Roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Wessex Way (A338)
200 ft
29.
Exit the roundabout onto Wessex Way (A338)
1.1 mi
30.
Enter Bournemouth West Roundabout and take the 1st exit onto Cambridge Road (B3066)
10 ft
31.
Exit the roundabout onto Cambridge Road (B3066)
823 ft
32.
Enter St Michael's Roundabout and take the 1st exit onto Poole Road
70 ft
33.
Exit the roundabout onto Poole Road
350 ft
34.
Continue onto Poole Hill
472 ft
35.
Continue onto Commercial Road
566 ft
36.
Continue onto Terrace Road
841 ft
37.
You have arrived at your destination
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What's the expense of traveling from Solihull to Bournemouth by car?

If you're using petrol, you're looking at an expense of 27.2 quid. Now, how do we get to that number? Let's break it down.

First off, we need to consider the price of petrol. In this calculation, it's set at 144 pence per liter. Then, we need to know how thirsty your car is. The fuel consumption rate for this ride is 37.5 miles per gallon.

Now, if you're carpooling, the cost gets divvied up. For two people sharing the ride, it's gonna be 13.6 quid each (£27.2 divided by 2). If you've got three folks in the car, the cost per person comes down to about 9.07 quid (£27.2 divided by 3). And if it's a full house with four passengers, each person chips in 6.8 quid (£27.2 divided by 4).

Let's dive into the nitty-gritty of the calculations. To figure out how much fuel you need for the trip, it's all about distance and fuel efficiency. The distance between Solihull and Bournemouth is about 155.8 miles. So, to cover that distance, your car's gonna need approximately 18.9 liters of petrol. We got that number by dividing the distance by the car's fuel consumption rate of 37.5 miles per gallon and then converting it to liters 'cause that's what we use here.

Once we know how much fuel we need, we can calculate the total cost. Multiply the amount of fuel (18.9 liters) by the price per liter (144 pence), and you get 27.2 quid. So, there you have it, the fuel cost for your journey from Solihull to Bournemouth: 27.2 pounds.
 

 

The condition of the car can significantly impact fuel consumption. Here's how:

  1. Engine Efficiency: A well-maintained engine operates more efficiently, burning fuel more effectively and consuming less. Regular oil changes, air filter replacements, and tune-ups can ensure optimal engine performance.

  2. Fuel System Health: Issues with the fuel system, such as clogged fuel injectors or a faulty oxygen sensor, can lead to improper fuel combustion and increased consumption. Regular maintenance and prompt repairs can help prevent such problems.

  3. Tire Condition: Worn-out or improperly inflated tires increase rolling resistance, requiring more energy (and fuel) to propel the vehicle. Keeping tires properly inflated and replacing worn-out tires can improve fuel efficiency.

  4. Aerodynamics: Damage to the car's body, such as dents or misaligned panels, can disrupt airflow and increase aerodynamic drag, leading to higher fuel consumption. Keeping the car's body in good condition can help maintain optimal aerodynamics.

Diesel cost from Solihull to Bournemouth.

The trip with diesel fuel costs 18.9 £ (167p/lt, 62.7 mpg).
For 2 passengers: 9.45 £ (18.9/2) /p.
For 3 passengers: 6.3 £ (18.9/3) /p.
For 4 passengers: 4.73 £ (18.9/4) /p.

Alternative routes from Solihull to Bournemouth

The second route from Solihull to the Bournemouth is 174.18 miles and takes 2 hours and 59 minutes.

The third route from Solihull to the Bournemouth is 139.74 miles and takes 3 hours and 8 minutes.

Which is the cheapest route from Solihull to Bournemouth by car?

The cheapest route from Solihull to Bournemouth is the third suggested route (140mi, 3h 8min) and costs 24.4 £ (petrol fuel cost, 144p/lt, 37.5mpg).

The second cheapest route from Solihull to Bournemouth is the first suggested route (156mi, 2h 38min) and costs 27.2 £.

The most expensive route from Solihull to Bournemouth is the second suggested route (174mi, 2h 59min) and costs 30.4 £.

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 Solihull to Bournemouth?

There are three suggested routes. The fastest route is 156mi (distance from Solihull to Bournemouth) and its duration is 2h 38min. The other route is 174mi, and its duration is 2h 59min. The slowest route is 140mi, and its duration is 3h 8min.

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

Where is Solihull located?

Solihull is located in West Midlands county and in England. It is situated at an altitude of 131 meters above sea level. Solihull has coordinates 52.4118110o,-1.7776100o. RouteCalculator provides a map of Solihull from which you can plan your trips to other UK cities.

What is the location of Bournemouth?

Bournemouth is located in Dorset county and in England. It is situated at an altitude of 19 meters above sea level. Bournemouth has coordinates 50.7191640o,-1.8807690o. RouteCalculator provides a map of Bournemouth from which you can plan your trips to other UK cities.