Route from Wakefield to Mendip

The distance between Wakefield and Mendip is 219 miles. Travel time is 3 hours and 57 minutes.

From: Wakefield, County: West Yorkshire, England
To: Mendip, County: Somerset, England
219 mi , 3 h 57 min
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Route from Wakefield to Mendip on map



Driving directions from Wakefield to Mendip

219 mi 3 h 57 min
1.
Head northwest
129 ft
2.
Turn left onto Mulberry Way (A650)
298 ft
3.
Turn right onto Cliff Lane
594 ft
4.
Make a slight left onto Drury Lane (A650)
377 ft
5.
Turn right onto Westgate (A642)
686 ft
6.
Turn left onto Quebec Street (A638)
588 ft
7.
Keep left onto Quebec Street (A638)
115 ft
8.
Keep left onto Quebec Street (A638)
149 ft
9.
Continue onto Ings Road (A638)
732 ft
10.
Enter the roundabout and take the 3rd exit onto Denby Dale Road (A636)
187 ft
11.
Exit the roundabout onto Denby Dale Road (A636)
940 ft
12.
Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Denby Dale Road (A636)
89 ft
13.
Exit the roundabout onto Denby Dale Road (A636)
0.3 mi
14.
Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Denby Dale Road (A636)
109 ft
15.
Exit the roundabout onto Denby Dale Road (A636)
1 mi
16.
Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Denby Dale Road (A636)
244 ft
17.
Exit the roundabout onto Denby Dale Road (A636)
0.6 mi
18.
Enter Denby Dale Road and take the 2nd exit onto Denby Dale Road (A636)
151 ft
19.
Exit the roundabout onto Denby Dale Road (A636)
1078 ft
20.
Enter Durkar Interchange and take the 1st exit onto M1
84 ft
21.
Exit the roundabout onto M1
67 mi
22.
Take the ramp on the left towards A42 (M42): The South West
0.5 mi
23.
Merge left onto A42
14.1 mi
24.
Continue onto M42
15.9 mi
25.
Keep right onto M42
1069 ft
26.
Take the ramp on the left
669 ft
27.
Merge left onto M42
12.5 mi
28.
Keep right onto M42
10.5 mi
29.
Keep right onto M5
0.6 mi
30.
Keep right onto M5
64 mi
31.
Take exit 15 on the left towards M4: London
1257 ft
32.
Keep left towards M4 East: London
2.5 mi
33.
Take the ramp on the left towards M32: Bristol
0.6 mi
34.
Merge right onto M32
4.6 mi
35.
Continue onto Newfoundland Way (A4032)
0.4 mi
36.
Keep left onto Bond Street South (A4044)
0.3 mi
37.
Continue onto Temple Way Underpass (A4044)
0.4 mi
38.
Continue onto Temple Gate (A4)
1113 ft
39.
Enter Bath Bridge Roundabout and take the 1st exit onto Bath Road (A4)
170 ft
40.
Exit the roundabout onto Bath Road (A4)
1191 ft
41.
Keep right onto Wells Road (A37)
915 ft
42.
Keep left onto Wells Road (A37)
2.4 mi
43.
Continue onto Bristol Road (A37)
1.3 mi
44.
Continue onto Hursley Hill (A37)
0.5 mi
45.
Continue onto Bristol Road (A37)
0.7 mi
46.
Continue onto Pensford Hill (A37)
0.5 mi
47.
Continue onto New Road (A37)
1.4 mi
48.
Enter Chelwood Roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto A37
175 ft
49.
Exit the roundabout onto A37
4.9 mi
50.
Keep left onto A37
7.9 mi
51.
Turn left onto Charlton Road (A361)
0.4 mi
52.
Turn left onto Bodden Lane
0.7 mi
53.
You have arrived at your destination, on the left
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How much is the expense of driving from Wakefield to Mendip?

The expense of driving from Wakefield to Mendip, using petrol as the fuel source, amounts to £38. This calculation derives from considering the petrol price as 143 pence per liter and the car's fuel efficiency at 37.5 miles per gallon. When carpooling with two passengers, the cost of the trip per passenger is halved to £19 (£38 divided by 2). With three passengers, the expense drops to approximately £12.67 per passenger (£38 divided by 3), and with four passengers, it's reduced further to £9.5 per passenger (£38 divided by 4).

To delve into the details of the calculations, the fuel cost computation is reliant on the distance traveled and the car's fuel consumption rate. For the journey from Wakefield to Mendip, approximately 26.5 liters of fuel would be required. This amount is determined by dividing the distance of 218.91 miles by the car's fuel consumption rate of 37.5 miles per gallon, and then converting from gallons to liters using the conversion factor of 4.54609 liters per gallon.

Multiplying the fuel needed by the petrol price per liter results in the total fuel cost of £38 for the trip. This breakdown illustrates the impact of various factors, such as fuel price and consumption rate, on the overall cost of the journey, providing insights for individuals planning similar trips and requiring budget estimates.
 

 

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 Wakefield to Mendip.

The trip with diesel fuel costs 24 £ (151p/lt, 62.7 mpg).
For 2 passengers: 12 £ (24/2) /p.
For 3 passengers: 8 £ (24/3) /p.
For 4 passengers: 6 £ (24/4) /p.

Alternative routes from Wakefield to Mendip

The second route from Wakefield to the Mendip is 217.77 miles and takes 4 hours and 11 minutes.

The third route from Wakefield to the Mendip is 214.82 miles and takes 4 hours and 47 minutes.

Which is the cheapest route from Wakefield to Mendip by car?

The cheapest route from Wakefield to Mendip is the third suggested route (215mi, 4h 47min) and costs 37.2 £ (petrol fuel cost, 143p/lt, 37.5mpg).

The second cheapest route from Wakefield to Mendip is the second suggested route (218mi, 4h 11min) and costs 37.8 £.

The most expensive route from Wakefield to Mendip is the first suggested route (219mi, 3h 57min) and costs 38 £.

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 Wakefield to Mendip?

There are three suggested routes. The fastest route is 219mi (distance from Wakefield to Mendip) and its duration is 3h 57min. The other route is 218mi, and its duration is 4h 11min. The slowest route is 215mi, and its duration is 4h 47min.

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

Where is Wakefield located?

Wakefield is located in West Yorkshire county and in England. It is situated at an altitude of 43 meters above sea level. Wakefield has coordinates 53.6832980o,-1.5059240o. RouteCalculator provides a map of Wakefield from which you can plan your trips to other UK cities.

What is the location of Mendip?

Mendip is located in Somerset county and in England. It is situated at an altitude of 206 meters above sea level. Mendip has coordinates 51.1941742o,-2.5228191o. RouteCalculator provides a map of Mendip from which you can plan your trips to other UK cities.