Wellingborough Bedford by car, distance and driving time

The distance between Wellingborough and Bedford by car is 22.1 miles. The driving time is 30 minutes.

How far is Bedford from Wellingborough? The driving distance is 22.1 miles, depending on the selected route and traffic conditions.

From: Wellingborough, County: Northamptonshire, England
To: Bedford, County: Bedfordshire, England
22.1 mi , 30 min
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Route from Wellingborough to Bedford on map



Driving directions from Wellingborough to Bedford

22.1 mi 30 min
1.
Head northeast on Church Street (A5128)
726 ft
2.
Turn right onto Alma Street (A5128)
587 ft
3.
Turn right onto Cannon Street (A5128)
346 ft
4.
Continue onto Victoria Road (A5128)
764 ft
5.
Turn right onto Midland Road (A5128)
279 ft
6.
Turn left onto Castle Way (A5193)
814 ft
7.
Turn left
68 ft
8.
Turn left onto London Road (A5193)
0.7 mi
9.
Enter the roundabout and take the 3rd exit onto Turnells Mill Lane (A509)
215 ft
10.
Exit the roundabout onto Turnells Mill Lane (A509)
1055 ft
11.
Enter the roundabout and take the 1st exit towards A45
26 ft
12.
Exit the roundabout towards A45
1083 ft
13.
Merge right onto A45
3 mi
14.
Enter Skew Bridge Roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto A45
155 ft
15.
Exit the roundabout onto A45
1.6 mi
16.
Merge right onto Chowns Mill Roundabout
34 ft
17.
Keep right onto Chowns Mill Roundabout (A45)
200 ft
18.
Keep right onto Chowns Mill Roundabout (A6)
164 ft
19.
Keep left onto Chowns Mill Roundabout (A6)
93 ft
20.
Continue onto Liberty Way (A6)
0.8 mi
21.
Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Liberty Way (A6)
207 ft
22.
Exit the roundabout onto Liberty Way (A6)
0.6 mi
23.
Enter the roundabout and take the 1st exit onto Liberty Way (A6)
188 ft
24.
Exit the roundabout onto Liberty Way (A6)
1 mi
25.
Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Liberty Way (A6)
171 ft
26.
Exit the roundabout onto Liberty Way (A6)
0.8 mi
27.
Enter the roundabout and take the 1st exit onto Bedford Road (A6)
144 ft
28.
Exit the roundabout onto Bedford Road (A6)
1.7 mi
29.
Continue onto Rushden Road (A6)
3.2 mi
30.
Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Rushden Road (A6)
176 ft
31.
Exit the roundabout onto Rushden Road (A6)
2.2 mi
32.
Continue onto Bedford Road (A6)
0.8 mi
33.
Continue onto Paula Radcliffe Way (A6)
2.6 mi
34.
Continue onto Clapham Bypass (A6)
1282 ft
35.
Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Clapham Road (A600)
218 ft
36.
Exit the roundabout onto Clapham Road (A600)
948 ft
37.
Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Clapham Road (A600)
137 ft
38.
Exit the roundabout onto Clapham Road (A600)
0.4 mi
39.
Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Tavistock Street (A600)
89 ft
40.
Exit the roundabout onto Tavistock Street (A600)
0.3 mi
41.
Continue onto The Broadway (A600)
596 ft
42.
Keep right onto High Street (A600)
1310 ft
43.
Make a slight right onto St Paul's Square (A600)
504 ft
44.
Turn right to stay on St Paul's Square (A600)
410 ft
45.
You have arrived at your destination, on the left
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How much does it cost to drive from Wellingborough to Bedford?

Well, using petrol, it's £3.9. The petrol price we're talking about here is 144 pence per liter, and the car guzzles up 37.5 miles per gallon. Now, if you're carpooling with two buddies, each of you only chips in £1.95 for the trip (£3.9 divided by 2). With three mates, it's about £1.3 each (£3.9 divided by 3), and if you've got a full car of four, it's only £0.98 each (£3.9 divided by 4). The fuel cost for the journey is calculated based on how far you're driving and how much fuel your car drinks up. So, for this journey, you'd need about 2.7 liters of fuel. And that's where the £3.9 comes from for the trip from Wellingborough to Bedford.

 

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 Wellingborough to Bedford.

The trip with diesel fuel costs 2.7 £ (167p/lt, 62.7 mpg).
For 2 passengers: 1.35 £ (2.7/2) /p.
For 3 passengers: 0.9 £ (2.7/3) /p.
For 4 passengers: 0.68 £ (2.7/4) /p.

Where is Wellingborough located?

Wellingborough is located in Northamptonshire county and in England. It is situated at an altitude of 67 meters above sea level. Wellingborough has coordinates 52.3024190o,-0.6939640o. RouteCalculator provides a map of Wellingborough from which you can plan your trips to other UK cities.

What is the location of Bedford?

Bedford is located in Bedfordshire county and in England. It is situated at an altitude of 34 meters above sea level. Bedford has coordinates 52.1359729o,-0.4666546o. RouteCalculator provides a map of Bedford from which you can plan your trips to other UK cities.