Swindon Rugby by car, distance and driving time

The distance between Swindon and Rugby by car is 73 miles. The driving time is 1 hour and 34 minutes.

How far is Rugby from Swindon? The driving distance is 73 miles, depending on the selected route and traffic conditions.

From: Swindon, County: Wiltshire, England
To: Rugby, County: Warwickshire, England
73 mi , 1 h 34 min
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Route from Swindon to Rugby on map



Driving directions from Swindon to Rugby

73 mi 1 h 34 min
1.
Head southeast on Prospect Hill
206 ft
2.
Continue onto Prospect Place
495 ft
3.
Turn left to stay on Prospect Place
619 ft
4.
Turn left onto Belle Vue Road
358 ft
5.
Enter the roundabout and take the 1st exit onto Belle Vue Road
121 ft
6.
Exit the roundabout onto Belle Vue Road
114 ft
7.
Turn left onto Cricklade Street (B4289)
130 ft
8.
Continue onto Drove Road (B4289)
0.6 mi
9.
Turn left
131 ft
10.
Make a slight left onto Queens Drive (A4312)
1119 ft
11.
Enter Drakes Way and take the 1st exit onto Drakes Way (A4312)
67 ft
12.
Exit the roundabout onto Drakes Way (A4312)
0.9 mi
13.
Enter Greenbridge and take the 2nd exit onto Swindon Road (B4006)
126 ft
14.
Exit the roundabout onto Swindon Road (B4006)
1251 ft
15.
Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto New Inn (B4006)
66 ft
16.
Exit the roundabout onto New Inn (B4006)
108 ft
17.
Continue slightly left onto Swindon Road (B4006)
0.5 mi
18.
Go straight onto Hobley Drive (B4006)
703 ft
19.
Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Hobley Drive (B4006)
127 ft
20.
Exit the roundabout onto Hobley Drive (B4006)
782 ft
21.
Continue onto Highworth Road (B4006)
0.3 mi
22.
Enter Rat Trap and take the 1st exit
14 ft
23.
Exit the roundabout
1224 ft
24.
Merge right onto A419
9.7 mi
25.
Continue onto Cirencester Bypass (A417)
2.8 mi
26.
Take the ramp on the left towards A429: Cirencester
1053 ft
27.
Enter the roundabout and take the 3rd exit onto Burford Road (A429)
271 ft
28.
Exit the roundabout onto Burford Road (A429)
331 ft
29.
Enter the roundabout and take the 1st exit onto Burford Road (A429)
208 ft
30.
Exit the roundabout onto Burford Road (A429)
544 ft
31.
Take the ramp on the left onto Burford Road (A429)
213 ft
32.
Turn left onto Stow Road (A429)
4.6 mi
33.
Continue onto Fosse Way (A429)
4.8 mi
34.
Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Fosse Way (A429)
89 ft
35.
Exit the roundabout onto Fosse Way (A429)
3.6 mi
36.
Continue onto Whiteshoots Hill (A429)
0.9 mi
37.
Continue onto Fosse Way (A429)
7.3 mi
38.
Continue onto Stow Road (A429)
0.7 mi
39.
Continue onto High Street (A429)
1147 ft
40.
Continue onto Fosse Way (A429)
7.9 mi
41.
Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Fosse Way (A429)
140 ft
42.
Exit the roundabout onto Fosse Way (A429)
1.2 mi
43.
Turn right to stay on A429
150 ft
44.
Go straight onto Fosse Way
1.6 mi
45.
Turn left onto A422
42 ft
46.
Turn right onto Fosse Way (B4455)
3.4 mi
47.
Enter Bowshot Roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Fosse Way (B4455)
104 ft
48.
Exit the roundabout onto Fosse Way (B4455)
3.6 mi
49.
Enter the roundabout and take the 3rd exit onto B4455
209 ft
50.
Exit the roundabout onto B4455
3.8 mi
51.
Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Fosse Way (B4455)
125 ft
52.
Exit the roundabout onto Fosse Way (B4455)
1.2 mi
53.
Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Fosse Way (B4455)
128 ft
54.
Exit the roundabout onto Fosse Way (B4455)
0.3 mi
55.
Enter the roundabout and take the 1st exit onto Fosse Way
406 ft
56.
Exit the roundabout onto Fosse Way
1.2 mi
57.
Turn left
33 ft
58.
Turn right onto Fosse Way (B4455)
2.5 mi
59.
Turn left onto Oxford Road (A423)
126 ft
60.
Turn right onto Fosse Way (B4453)
227 ft
61.
Continue onto Rugby Road (B4453)
2.1 mi
62.
Continue onto Straight Mile (B4453)
1.1 mi
63.
Turn right onto A4071
0.5 mi
64.
Turn right onto A4071
0.8 mi
65.
Enter the roundabout and take the 1st exit onto A4071
70 ft
66.
Exit the roundabout onto A4071
1 mi
67.
Enter the roundabout and take the 1st exit onto A4071
117 ft
68.
Exit the roundabout onto A4071
0.4 mi
69.
Continue straight
1 mi
70.
Continue onto Lawford Road (A428)
0.8 mi
71.
You have arrived at your destination, on the left
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What's the expense of traveling from Swindon to Rugby by car?

If you're using petrol, you're looking at an expense of 12.8 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 6.4 quid each (£12.8 divided by 2). If you've got three folks in the car, the cost per person comes down to about 4.27 quid (£12.8 divided by 3). And if it's a full house with four passengers, each person chips in 3.2 quid (£12.8 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 Swindon and Rugby is about 73.49 miles. So, to cover that distance, your car's gonna need approximately 8.9 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 (8.9 liters) by the price per liter (144 pence), and you get 12.8 quid. So, there you have it, the fuel cost for your journey from Swindon to Rugby: 12.8 pounds.
 

 

One thing that can affect car fuel consumption is tire air pressure for the following reasons:

  1. Rolling Resistance: Properly inflated tires have less rolling resistance, meaning they require less energy to keep the vehicle moving. This reduces the workload on the engine and improves fuel efficiency. On the other hand, under-inflated tires increase rolling resistance, forcing the engine to work harder and consuming more fuel.

  2. Optimal Performance: Tires that are inflated to the manufacturer's recommended pressure level ensure optimal performance and fuel efficiency. Deviating from this recommended pressure level, either by under-inflating or over-inflating the tires, can lead to decreased fuel efficiency.

  3. Tire Wear: Improper tire inflation can cause uneven tire wear, which can further increase rolling resistance and fuel consumption. Regularly checking and maintaining proper tire pressure can help prevent premature tire wear and maintain fuel efficiency.

  4. Handling and Stability: Properly inflated tires also contribute to better handling and stability, especially during cornering and braking. This can lead to smoother driving, which in turn can help improve fuel efficiency by reducing the need for sudden acceleration or braking maneuvers.

  5. Environmental Impact: Maintaining proper tire pressure is not only beneficial for fuel efficiency but also reduces tire wear and extends tire life. This helps reduce the environmental impact associated with tire disposal and manufacturing, contributing to overall sustainability.

Overall, maintaining proper tire air pressure is essential for optimal fuel efficiency, vehicle performance, and safety. Regularly checking and adjusting tire pressure according to the manufacturer's recommendations can help drivers save fuel and reduce their environmental footprint.

Diesel cost from Swindon to Rugby.

The trip with diesel fuel costs 8.9 £ (167p/lt, 62.7 mpg).
For 2 passengers: 4.45 £ (8.9/2) /p.
For 3 passengers: 2.97 £ (8.9/3) /p.
For 4 passengers: 2.23 £ (8.9/4) /p.

Alternative routes from Swindon to Rugby

The second route from Swindon to the Rugby is 78.92 miles and takes 1 hour and 40 minutes.

Which is the cheapest route from Swindon to Rugby by car?

The cheapest route from Swindon to Rugby is the first suggested route (73mi, 1h 34min) and costs 12.8 £ (petrol fuel cost, 144p/lt, 37.5mpg).

The most expensive route from Swindon to Rugby is the second suggested route (79mi, 1h 40min) and costs 13.8 £.

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 Swindon to Rugby?

There are two suggested routes. The fastest route is 73mi (distance from Swindon to Rugby) and its duration is 1h 34min. The slowest route is 79mi, and its duration is 1h 40min.

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

Where is Swindon located?

Swindon is located in Wiltshire county and in England. It is situated at an altitude of 135 meters above sea level. Swindon has coordinates 51.5557739o,-1.7797176o. RouteCalculator provides a map of Swindon from which you can plan your trips to other UK cities.

What is the location of Rugby?

Rugby is located in Warwickshire county and in England. It is situated at an altitude of 114 meters above sea level. Rugby has coordinates 52.3708780o,-1.2650320o. RouteCalculator provides a map of Rugby from which you can plan your trips to other UK cities.