Route from Stirling to Chorley

The distance between Stirling and Chorley is 207 miles. Travel time is 3 hours and 28 minutes.

From: Stirling, County: Stirling, Scotland
To: Chorley, County: Lancashire, England
207 mi , 3 h 28 min
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Route from Stirling to Chorley on map



Driving directions from Stirling to Chorley

207 mi 3 h 28 min
1.
Head southeast on Dumbarton Road
7 ft
2.
Turn right onto Port Street
305 ft
3.
Continue onto St Ninians Road
0.5 mi
4.
Continue onto Newhouse (B8051)
1226 ft
5.
Continue onto Randolph Terrace (B8051)
631 ft
6.
Continue onto Main Street (B8051)
574 ft
7.
Continue onto Borestone Crescent (B8051)
1114 ft
8.
Enter St. Ninians Roundabout and take the 3rd exit onto Glasgow Road (A872)
261 ft
9.
Exit the roundabout onto Glasgow Road (A872)
1.2 mi
10.
Continue straight onto A872
0.5 mi
11.
Enter Bannockburn Interchange and take the 4th exit
0.3 mi
12.
Exit the roundabout
0.7 mi
13.
Merge left onto M80
12.4 mi
14.
Keep left onto M73
6.4 mi
15.
Keep left towards M74: Carlisle
0.5 mi
16.
Keep right towards M74: Carlisle
29.5 mi
17.
Continue onto A74(M)
49 mi
18.
Continue onto M6
98 mi
19.
Keep left onto M61
4.8 mi
20.
Take the ramp on the left onto M61
1261 ft
21.
Enter Chorley North Link Junction and take the 3rd exit onto Millennium Way (A674)
885 ft
22.
Exit the roundabout onto Millennium Way (A674)
0.2 mi
23.
Enter Preston Road Roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Preston Road (A6)
95 ft
24.
Exit the roundabout onto Preston Road (A6)
615 ft
25.
Keep left onto Preston Road (A6)
0.4 mi
26.
Continue onto Preston Street (A6)
499 ft
27.
Enter the roundabout and take the 3rd exit onto Preston Street (A6)
170 ft
28.
Exit the roundabout onto Preston Street (A6)
325 ft
29.
Make a sharp left onto Park Road
0.6 mi
30.
Keep right onto Market Street
85 ft
31.
You have arrived at your destination
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How much does it cost to travel from Stirling to Chorley by car?

The journey from Stirling to Chorley by car comes with a price tag of £36.1 if you're using petrol. Let's break it down. The petrol price we're talking about here is 144 pence per liter, and the car chugs along at 37.5 miles per gallon. Now, if you're thinking about carpooling with a couple of mates, each of you only has to fork out £18.05 for the trip (£36.1 divided by 2). With three buddies on board, it's about £12.03 each (£36.1 divided by 3), and if you've got a full car of four, it's just £9.03 each (£36.1 divided by 4). So, that's the financial aspect of the journey.

Now, let's dive into the nitty-gritty of how we got these figures. The fuel cost calculation is based on how far you're traveling and how thirsty your car is. For this journey, you'd need about 25.1 liters of fuel. And that's where the £36.1 comes from for the trip from Stirling to Chorley.

In summary, the total fuel cost for the journey is £36.1, factoring in the distance, petrol price, and car fuel consumption. Whether you're flying solo or sharing the ride with friends, knowing the breakdown of these costs can help you plan your trip and budget accordingly.
 

 

One thing that can affect car fuel consumption is the use of air conditioning (AC) for the following reasons:

  1. 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.

  2. 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.

  3. 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.

  4. 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.

  5. 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 Stirling to Chorley.

The trip with diesel fuel costs 25.1 £ (167p/lt, 62.7 mpg).
For 2 passengers: 12.55 £ (25.1/2) /p.
For 3 passengers: 8.37 £ (25.1/3) /p.
For 4 passengers: 6.28 £ (25.1/4) /p.

Alternative routes from Stirling to Chorley

Meanwhile, the least speedy route from Stirling to Chorley covers 214.7 miles and necessitates 4 hours and 59 minutes for completion.

Which is the cheapest route from Stirling to Chorley by car?

The cheapest route from Stirling to Chorley is the first suggested route (207mi, 3h 28min) and costs 36.1 £ (petrol fuel cost, 144p/lt, 37.5mpg).

The most expensive route from Stirling to Chorley is the second suggested route (215mi, 4h 59min) and costs 37.5 £.

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 Stirling to Chorley?

There are two suggested routes. The fastest route is 207mi (distance from Stirling to Chorley) and its duration is 3h 28min. The slowest route is 215mi, and its duration is 4h 59min.

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

Where is Stirling located?

Stirling is located in Stirling county and in Scotland. It is situated at an altitude of 26 meters above sea level. Stirling has coordinates 56.1165227o,-3.9369029o. RouteCalculator provides a map of Stirling from which you can plan your trips to other UK cities.

What is the location of Chorley?

Chorley is located in Lancashire county and in England. It is situated at an altitude of 87 meters above sea level. Chorley has coordinates 53.6535110o,-2.6325960o. RouteCalculator provides a map of Chorley from which you can plan your trips to other UK cities.