Route from Swansea to Tamworth

The distance between Swansea and Tamworth is 157 miles. Travel time is 2 hours and 49 minutes.

From: Swansea, County: Swansea, Wales
To: Tamworth, County: Staffordshire, England
157 mi , 2 h 49 min
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Route from Swansea to Tamworth on map



Driving directions from Swansea to Tamworth

157 mi 2 h 49 min
1.
Head southwest on The Kingsway
78 ft
2.
Turn right
162 ft
3.
Turn right onto College Street (B4290)
414 ft
4.
Continue onto Welcome Lane
249 ft
5.
Turn right onto The Strand
1192 ft
6.
Turn left onto Quay Parade (A4067)
822 ft
7.
Continue straight to stay on Quay Parade (A483)
661 ft
8.
Continue onto Fabian Way (A483)
3.3 mi
9.
Continue straight to stay on Fabian Way (A483)
769 ft
10.
Keep left onto Fabian Way (A483)
1.2 mi
11.
Take the ramp on the left onto M4
0.9 mi
12.
Take the ramp on the left onto M4
0.4 mi
13.
Keep left onto A465
8.1 mi
14.
Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto A465
296 ft
15.
Exit the roundabout onto A465
3 mi
16.
Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Heads of the Valleys Road (A465)
156 ft
17.
Exit the roundabout onto Heads of the Valleys Road (A465)
5.9 mi
18.
Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Heads of the Valleys Road (A465)
192 ft
19.
Exit the roundabout onto Heads of the Valleys Road (A465)
1.6 mi
20.
Make a sharp right onto A465
0.2 mi
21.
Enter the roundabout and take the 1st exit onto A465
45 ft
22.
Exit the roundabout onto A465
639 ft
23.
Enter the roundabout and take the 1st exit onto A465
185 ft
24.
Exit the roundabout onto A465
3.6 mi
25.
Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Heads of the Valleys Road (A465)
215 ft
26.
Exit the roundabout onto Heads of the Valleys Road (A465)
868 ft
27.
Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit
37 ft
28.
Exit the roundabout
73 ft
29.
Continue onto Heads of the Valleys Road (A465)
0.4 mi
30.
Continue straight onto Heads of the Valleys Road (A465)
1.5 mi
31.
Enter the roundabout and take the 3rd exit onto Heads of the Valleys Road (A465)
137 ft
32.
Exit the roundabout onto Heads of the Valleys Road (A465)
1.3 mi
33.
Enter the roundabout and take the 1st exit
40 ft
34.
Exit the roundabout
306 ft
35.
Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Heads of the Valleys Road (A465)
199 ft
36.
Exit the roundabout onto Heads of the Valleys Road (A465)
15.8 mi
37.
Enter the roundabout and take the 3rd exit onto A40
276 ft
38.
Exit the roundabout onto A40
428 ft
39.
Keep right onto A40
7.7 mi
40.
Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto A40
175 ft
41.
Exit the roundabout onto A40
0.3 mi
42.
Continue onto A40
0.6 mi
43.
Keep left onto A40
7.2 mi
44.
Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto A40
212 ft
45.
Exit the roundabout onto A40
9 mi
46.
Enter Wilton Roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto A40
228 ft
47.
Exit the roundabout onto A40
1.4 mi
48.
Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto A449
190 ft
49.
Exit the roundabout onto A449
0.5 mi
50.
Enter Travellers Rest and take the 3rd exit onto M50
441 ft
51.
Exit the roundabout onto M50
21.4 mi
52.
Enter Strensham Interchange and take the 1st exit
74 ft
53.
Exit the roundabout
0.4 mi
54.
Keep right at the fork
0.3 mi
55.
Merge right onto M5
22 mi
56.
Take the ramp on the left towards The NORTH EAST (M1)
11.6 mi
57.
Keep left towards The NORTH
14.5 mi
58.
Take the ramp on the left
474 ft
59.
Continue onto M42
6.3 mi
60.
Take the ramp on the left
0.4 mi
61.
Enter Tamworth Interchange and take the 1st exit onto Watling Street (A5)
22 ft
62.
Exit the roundabout onto Watling Street (A5)
2.9 mi
63.
Take the ramp on the left towards Tamworth
0.5 mi
64.
Enter Ventura Park Road and take the 3rd exit
236 ft
65.
Exit the roundabout
644 ft
66.
Enter Jolly Sailor Roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Tame Drive (A51)
281 ft
67.
Exit the roundabout onto Tame Drive (A51)
0.3 mi
68.
Enter the roundabout and take the 4th exit onto Lichfield Street (B5493)
385 ft
69.
Exit the roundabout onto Lichfield Street (B5493)
0.3 mi
70.
Continue left onto Aldergate (B5493)
1137 ft
71.
Turn right onto Albert Road
691 ft
72.
Make a slight right onto Marmion Street
360 ft
73.
Make a slight left to stay on Marmion Street
748 ft
74.
Turn right
94 ft
75.
Turn right
22 ft
76.
You have arrived at your destination
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How much does it cost to travel from Swansea to Tamworth by car?

The journey from Swansea to Tamworth by car comes with a price tag of £27.3 if you're using petrol. Let's break it down. The petrol price we're talking about here is 143 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 £13.65 for the trip (£27.3 divided by 2). With three buddies on board, it's about £9.1 each (£27.3 divided by 3), and if you've got a full car of four, it's just £6.83 each (£27.3 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 19.1 liters of fuel. And that's where the £27.3 comes from for the trip from Swansea to Tamworth.

In summary, the total fuel cost for the journey is £27.3, 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.
 

 

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 Swansea to Tamworth.

The trip with diesel fuel costs 17.2 £ (151p/lt, 62.7 mpg).
For 2 passengers: 8.6 £ (17.2/2) /p.
For 3 passengers: 5.73 £ (17.2/3) /p.
For 4 passengers: 4.3 £ (17.2/4) /p.

Alternative routes from Swansea to Tamworth

The slowest route from Swansea to the Tamworth is 142.33 miles and takes 3 hours and 21 minutes.

Which is the cheapest route from Swansea to Tamworth by car?

The cheapest route from Swansea to Tamworth is the second suggested route (142mi, 3h 21min) and costs 24.7 £ (petrol fuel cost, 143p/lt, 37.5mpg).

The most expensive route from Swansea to Tamworth is the first suggested route (157mi, 2h 49min) and costs 27.3 £.

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 Swansea to Tamworth?

There are two suggested routes. The fastest route is 157mi (distance from Swansea to Tamworth) and its duration is 2h 49min. The slowest route is 142mi, and its duration is 3h 21min.

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

Where is Swansea located?

Swansea is located in Swansea county and in Wales. It is situated at an altitude of 14 meters above sea level. Swansea has coordinates 51.6214400o,-3.9436460o. RouteCalculator provides a map of Swansea from which you can plan your trips to other UK cities.

What is the location of Tamworth?

Tamworth is located in Staffordshire county and in England. It is situated at an altitude of 63 meters above sea level. Tamworth has coordinates 52.6335840o,-1.6910320o. RouteCalculator provides a map of Tamworth from which you can plan your trips to other UK cities.