Route from Tamworth to Bathgate

The distance between Tamworth and Bathgate is 286 miles. Travel time is 4 hours and 54 minutes.

From: Tamworth, County: Staffordshire, England
To: Bathgate, County: West Lothian, Scotland
286 mi , 4 h 54 min
Tolls: 0£ Stations
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Route from Tamworth to Bathgate on map



Driving directions from Tamworth to Bathgate

286 mi 4 h 54 min
1.
Head southeast
22 ft
2.
Turn left
94 ft
3.
Turn right onto Mill Lane
298 ft
4.
Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Anker Drive (A513)
96 ft
5.
Exit the roundabout onto Anker Drive (A513)
982 ft
6.
Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Riverdrive (A51)
119 ft
7.
Exit the roundabout onto Riverdrive (A51)
0.5 mi
8.
Enter Jolly Sailor Roundabout and take the 1st exit
58 ft
9.
Exit the roundabout
697 ft
10.
Enter Ventura Park Road and take the 2nd exit towards A5: Nuneaton
127 ft
11.
Exit the roundabout towards A5: Nuneaton
4.8 mi
12.
Enter Weeford Island and take the 3rd exit
802 ft
13.
Exit the roundabout
422 ft
14.
Keep right at the fork
0.7 mi
15.
Merge right onto M6 Toll
80 mi
16.
Keep right onto M6
116 mi
17.
Continue onto A74(M)
48.9 mi
18.
Take the ramp on the left onto A74(M)
1015 ft
19.
Enter the roundabout and take the 3rd exit onto A702
350 ft
20.
Exit the roundabout onto A702
759 ft
21.
Enter the roundabout and take the 1st exit onto A702
264 ft
22.
Exit the roundabout onto A702
1 mi
23.
Enter the roundabout and take the 1st exit onto A73
166 ft
24.
Exit the roundabout onto A73
8 mi
25.
Turn right onto Sherifflats Road
0.4 mi
26.
Turn right onto Boat Road
0.4 mi
27.
Continue onto Covington Road
1.1 mi
28.
Make a slight left to stay on Covington Road
0.3 mi
29.
Turn left to stay on Covington Road
674 ft
30.
Turn right to stay on Covington Road
1.5 mi
31.
Turn right onto Grange Road
0.5 mi
32.
Turn left onto Tie Road No 2
1.4 mi
33.
Continue onto Pettinain Road
0.4 mi
34.
Turn right onto Carnwath Road
0.7 mi
35.
Continue onto Lampits Road
0.7 mi
36.
Go straight onto A70
1257 ft
37.
Turn left onto B7016
5.5 mi
38.
Keep right onto B7016
1059 ft
39.
Turn left onto B7016
327 ft
40.
Turn right onto Main Street (A706)
6.3 mi
41.
Continue straight onto Longridge Road (A706)
0.3 mi
42.
Continue onto Manse Road (A706)
1007 ft
43.
Continue onto Armadale Road (A706)
0.3 mi
44.
Enter Whitdale Roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto A706
324 ft
45.
Exit the roundabout onto A706
1.1 mi
46.
Enter Boghead Roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Whitburn Road (B7002)
164 ft
47.
Exit the roundabout onto Whitburn Road (B7002)
0.4 mi
48.
Continue straight onto Whitburn Road (B7002)
0.3 mi
49.
Continue straight to stay on Whitburn Road (B7002)
0.3 mi
50.
Enter the roundabout and take the 1st exit onto Whitburn Road (B7002)
24 ft
51.
Exit the roundabout onto Whitburn Road (B7002)
0.6 mi
52.
Turn left onto Menzies Road
1234 ft
53.
Enter the roundabout and take the 3rd exit onto North Bridge Street (A89)
146 ft
54.
Exit the roundabout onto North Bridge Street (A89)
385 ft
55.
Turn left to stay on North Bridge Street
454 ft
56.
Turn left onto Mansefield Street
60 ft
57.
You have arrived at your destination, on the left
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What's the expense of traveling from Tamworth to Bathgate by car?

If you're using petrol, you're looking at an expense of 49.5 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 143 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 24.75 quid each (£49.5 divided by 2). If you've got three folks in the car, the cost per person comes down to about 16.5 quid (£49.5 divided by 3). And if it's a full house with four passengers, each person chips in 12.38 quid (£49.5 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 Tamworth and Bathgate is about 285.51 miles. So, to cover that distance, your car's gonna need approximately 34.6 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 (34.6 liters) by the price per liter (143 pence), and you get 49.5 quid. So, there you have it, the fuel cost for your journey from Tamworth to Bathgate: 49.5 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 Tamworth to Bathgate.

The trip with diesel fuel costs 31.3 £ (151p/lt, 62.7 mpg).
For 2 passengers: 15.65 £ (31.3/2) /p.
For 3 passengers: 10.43 £ (31.3/3) /p.
For 4 passengers: 7.83 £ (31.3/4) /p.

Where is Tamworth located?

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.

What is the location of Bathgate?

Bathgate is located in West Lothian county and in Scotland. It is situated at an altitude of 145 meters above sea level. Bathgate has coordinates 55.9024000o,-3.6431180o. RouteCalculator provides a map of Bathgate from which you can plan your trips to other UK cities.