Waltham Forest Cambridge by car, distance and driving time

The distance between Waltham Forest and Cambridge by car is 49.9 miles. The driving time is 59 minutes.

How far is Cambridge from Waltham Forest? The driving distance is 49.9 miles, depending on the selected route and traffic conditions.

From: Waltham Forest, County: Greater London, England
To: Cambridge, County: Cambridgeshire, England
49.9 mi , 59 min
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Route from Waltham Forest to Cambridge on map



Driving directions from Waltham Forest to Cambridge

49.9 mi 59 min
1.
Head east on The Drive
853 ft
2.
Turn left onto Shernhall Street
509 ft
3.
Turn right onto Forest Road (A503)
0.9 mi
4.
Go straight onto Woodford New Road (A104)
353 ft
5.
Enter Waterworks Roundabout and take the 3rd exit onto North Circular Road (A406)
836 ft
6.
Exit the roundabout onto North Circular Road (A406)
0.3 mi
7.
Merge right onto North Circular Road (A406)
0.4 mi
8.
Take the ramp on the left towards M11: Cambridge
21.8 mi
9.
Keep right onto M11
21.7 mi
10.
Take the ramp on the left towards A1309: Cambridge
0.3 mi
11.
Enter Westfield Interchange and take the 3rd exit onto A1309
844 ft
12.
Exit the roundabout onto A1309
1105 ft
13.
Keep left onto A1309
0.6 mi
14.
Keep left onto Hauxton Road (A1309)
317 ft
15.
Continue onto High Street
0.7 mi
16.
Continue onto Trumpington Road (A1134)
1.3 mi
17.
Turn right onto Lensfield Road (A603)
0.3 mi
18.
Continue onto Gonville Place (A603)
0.3 mi
19.
Turn left onto Parkside
1036 ft
20.
Continue onto Parker Street
737 ft
21.
Continue slightly left onto Emmanuel Street
479 ft
22.
Turn right onto Saint Andrew's Street
551 ft
23.
You have arrived at your destination
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How much does it cost to drive from Waltham Forest to Cambridge?

The trip with petrol fuel costs 8.7 £. In the above calculation, the petrol price is considered to be 144 pence per liter and the petrol consumption of the car is 37.5 miles per gallon.
For 2 passengers in carpooling, the cost of this trip is 4.35 £ (8.7/2) per passenger.
For 3 passengers in the car, the cost of this trip is 2.9 £ (8.7/3) per passenger.
For 4 passengers in the car, the cost of this trip are 2.18 £ (8.7/4) per passenger.


Fuel cost = (49.95 mi / 37.5 mpg) x 144 pence per liter = 8.7 £

In more detail, the result is obtained:

Fuel needed = Distance / Car fuel consumption = miles * 4.54609 / carConsumtion = 49.95 mi * 4.54609 / 37.5 mpg = 6.1 liters

Fuel needed = 6.1 lt

Fuel cost = Fuel needed x Price per liter = 6.1 liters x 144 pence per liter = 8.7 £

Fuel cost from Waltham Forest to Cambridge = 8.7 £

 

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 Waltham Forest to Cambridge.

The trip with diesel fuel costs 6 £ (167p/lt, 62.7 mpg).
For 2 passengers: 3 £ (6/2) /p.
For 3 passengers: 2 £ (6/3) /p.
For 4 passengers: 1.5 £ (6/4) /p.

Alternative routes from Waltham Forest to Cambridge

The slowest route from Waltham Forest to the Cambridge is 50.55 miles and takes 1 hour and 15 minutes.

Which is the cheapest route from Waltham Forest to Cambridge by car?

The cheapest route from Waltham Forest to Cambridge is the first suggested route (49.9mi, 59min) and costs 8.7 £ (petrol fuel cost, 144p/lt, 37.5mpg).

The most expensive route from Waltham Forest to Cambridge is the second suggested route (50.5mi, 1h 15min) and costs 8.8 £.

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 Waltham Forest to Cambridge?

There are two suggested routes. The fastest route is 49.9mi (distance from Waltham Forest to Cambridge) and its duration is 59min. The slowest route is 50.5mi, and its duration is 1h 15min.

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

Where is Waltham Forest located?

Waltham Forest is located in Greater London county and in England. It is situated at an altitude of 37 meters above sea level. Waltham Forest has coordinates 51.5886383o,-0.0117625o. RouteCalculator provides a map of Waltham Forest from which you can plan your trips to other UK cities.

What is the location of Cambridge?

Cambridge is located in Cambridgeshire county and in England. It is situated at an altitude of 17 meters above sea level. Cambridge has coordinates 52.2053370o,0.1218170o. RouteCalculator provides a map of Cambridge from which you can plan your trips to other UK cities.