Route from Winchester to Elgin
The distance between Winchester and Elgin is 588 miles. Travel time is 10 hours and 3 minutes.

Driving directions from Winchester to Elgin
What's the expense of traveling from Winchester to Elgin by car?
The trip fueled by petrol comes to £101.9. This calculation is based on a petrol price of 143 pence per liter and the car's consumption rate of 37.5 miles per gallon.
For those interested in carpooling, the cost per passenger decreases with more occupants. With two passengers, each person's share is £50.95 (£101.9/2). For three passengers, the cost per person reduces to £33.97 (£101.9/3), and with four passengers, it further decreases to £25.48 (£101.9/4).
To delve deeper into the calculation, let's examine how we arrive at the result:
Firstly, we determine the fuel required by dividing the distance by the car's fuel consumption rate. For a journey of 587.87 miles, this calculation involves multiplying 587.87 miles by 4.54609 (liters per gallon) and dividing by the car's consumption of 37.5 mpg, resulting in 71.3 liters of fuel needed.
Next, we calculate the fuel cost by multiplying the fuel needed by the price per liter. With 71.3 liters of fuel at 143 pence per liter, the total cost comes to £101.9.
In summary, the fuel cost for the trip from Winchester to Elgin amounts to £101.9.
There are several reasons that affect fuel consumption when you drive. The most important are:
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Driving Habits: Aggressive driving behaviors such as rapid acceleration, speeding, and frequent braking can significantly increase fuel consumption.
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Vehicle Maintenance: Proper maintenance, including regular oil changes, tire rotations, and engine tune-ups, ensures optimal fuel efficiency. Neglecting maintenance can lead to decreased fuel efficiency and higher fuel consumption.
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Vehicle Specifications: The make and model of the vehicle, engine size, weight, aerodynamics, and fuel efficiency rating all play a role in determining fuel consumption.
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Driving Conditions: Factors such as traffic congestion, road conditions, elevation changes, and weather conditions can affect fuel consumption. Stop-and-go driving in heavy traffic or driving uphill requires more fuel compared to steady highway driving on flat terrain.
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Fuel Quality: The quality of fuel used, including octane rating and the presence of additives, can impact fuel efficiency. Lower-quality fuels may lead to decreased efficiency and higher consumption.
Diesel cost from Winchester to Elgin.
The trip with diesel fuel costs 64.4 £ (151p/lt, 62.7 mpg).
For 2 passengers: 32.2 £ (64.4/2) /p.
For 3 passengers: 21.47 £ (64.4/3) /p.
For 4 passengers: 16.1 £ (64.4/4) /p.
Where is Winchester located?
Winchester is located in Hampshire county and in England. It is situated at an altitude of 38 meters above sea level. Winchester has coordinates 51.0597710o,-1.3101420o. RouteCalculator provides a map of Winchester from which you can plan your trips to other UK cities.
What is the location of Elgin?
Elgin is located in Moray county and in Scotland. It is situated at an altitude of 19 meters above sea level. Elgin has coordinates 57.6494540o,-3.3184850o. RouteCalculator provides a map of Elgin from which you can plan your trips to other UK cities.
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