Route from Stroud to Trafford

The distance between Stroud and Trafford is 135 miles. Travel time is 2 hours and 27 minutes.

From: Stroud, County: Gloucestershire, England
To: Trafford, County: Greater Manchester, England
135 mi , 2 h 27 min
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Route from Stroud to Trafford on map



Driving directions from Stroud to Trafford

135 mi 2 h 27 min
1.
Head southeast on Fawkes Place
514 ft
2.
Turn right onto Russell Street
371 ft
3.
Turn left onto Rowcroft
668 ft
4.
Turn right onto Merrywalks (A46)
1247 ft
5.
Enter the roundabout and take the 1st exit onto Beeches Green (A46)
8 ft
6.
Exit the roundabout onto Beeches Green (A46)
1035 ft
7.
Turn right onto Painswick Road (A46)
1.5 mi
8.
Continue onto Cheltenham Road (A46)
0.5 mi
9.
Continue onto Stroud Road (A46)
1.1 mi
10.
Continue onto New Street (A46)
864 ft
11.
Continue onto Cheltenham Road (A46)
4.9 mi
12.
Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Shurdington Road (A46)
90 ft
13.
Exit the roundabout onto Shurdington Road (A46)
0.6 mi
14.
Take the ramp on the left
0.3 mi
15.
Merge right onto Brockworth Bypass (A417)
1.1 mi
16.
Take the ramp on the left towards M5: The Midlands
52.8 mi
17.
Keep right onto M5
1.7 mi
18.
Keep left onto M5
0.3 mi
19.
Merge right onto M6
5.9 mi
20.
Keep right onto M6
53.6 mi
21.
Take the ramp on the left
0.3 mi
22.
Keep right at the fork
974 ft
23.
Continue onto A556
3.9 mi
24.
Take the ramp on the left towards A56
0.4 mi
25.
Enter Bowdon Roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Dunham Road (A56)
667 ft
26.
Exit the roundabout onto Dunham Road (A56)
2.1 mi
27.
Make a slight left onto Old Market Place (A56)
288 ft
28.
Make a slight left onto Church Street (A56)
1216 ft
29.
Continue onto Manchester Road (A56)
1.2 mi
30.
Continue onto Washway Road (A56)
0.3 mi
31.
Turn left onto Woodhouse Lane
0.4 mi
32.
Turn right onto Manor Avenue
0.7 mi
33.
Turn right onto Taunton Road
336 ft
34.
You have arrived at your destination, on the right
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What's the expense of traveling from Stroud to Trafford by car?

Embarking on the journey from Stroud to Trafford, one might ponder the cost of such a venture. Indeed, the expenditure amounts to 23.6 pounds when fueled by petrol. In this calculation, we delve into the intricate details, where the price of petrol stands at 144 pence per liter, and the car's thirst for fuel measures 37.5 miles per gallon.

For those opting for carpooling, the financial burden lightens, with a cost of 11.8 pounds for each of two passengers, 7.87 pounds for three passengers, and merely 5.9 pounds for four passengers.

Delving deeper into the mechanics of the calculation, we ascertain the amount of fuel required for the voyage. Covering a distance of approximately 135.11 miles, the car craves around 16.4 liters of petrol. This value is derived from the division of the distance by the car's fuel consumption rate, converted into liters for precision.

With the quantity of fuel determined, we proceed to compute the total expenditure. By multiplying the fuel volume (16.4 liters) by the price per liter (144 pence), we seamlessly arrive at the grand total of 23.6 pounds. Thus, the journey from Stroud to Trafford is marked by a fuel cost of 23.6 pounds.
 

 

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 Stroud to Trafford.

The trip with diesel fuel costs 16.4 £ (167p/lt, 62.7 mpg).
For 2 passengers: 8.2 £ (16.4/2) /p.
For 3 passengers: 5.47 £ (16.4/3) /p.
For 4 passengers: 4.1 £ (16.4/4) /p.

Alternative routes from Stroud to Trafford

Meanwhile, the least speedy route from Stroud to Trafford covers 148.55 miles and necessitates 3 hours and 21 minutes for completion.

Which is the cheapest route from Stroud to Trafford by car?

The cheapest route from Stroud to Trafford is the first suggested route (135mi, 2h 27min) and costs 23.6 £ (petrol fuel cost, 144p/lt, 37.5mpg).

The most expensive route from Stroud to Trafford is the second suggested route (149mi, 3h 21min) and costs 25.9 £.

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 Stroud to Trafford?

There are two suggested routes. The fastest route is 135mi (distance from Stroud to Trafford) and its duration is 2h 27min. The slowest route is 149mi, and its duration is 3h 21min.

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

Where is Stroud located?

Stroud is located in Gloucestershire county and in England. It is situated at an altitude of 63 meters above sea level. Stroud has coordinates 51.7457340o,-2.2177580o. RouteCalculator provides a map of Stroud from which you can plan your trips to other UK cities.

What is the location of Trafford?

Trafford is located in Greater Manchester county and in England. It is situated at an altitude of 25 meters above sea level. Trafford has coordinates 53.4215132o,-2.3517263o. RouteCalculator provides a map of Trafford from which you can plan your trips to other UK cities.