Wishaw Glenrothes by car, distance and driving time

The distance between Wishaw and Glenrothes by car is 57.8 miles. The driving time is 1 hour and 3 minutes.

How far is Glenrothes from Wishaw? The driving distance is 57.8 miles, depending on the selected route and traffic conditions.

From: Wishaw, County: North Lanarkshire, Scotland
To: Glenrothes, County: Fife, Scotland
57.8 mi , 1 h 3 min
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Route from Wishaw to Glenrothes on map



Driving directions from Wishaw to Glenrothes

57.8 mi 1 h 3 min
1.
Head northeast on Kirk Road (A722)
0.3 mi
2.
Enter the roundabout and take the 3rd exit onto Kirk Road (A722)
139 ft
3.
Exit the roundabout onto Kirk Road (A722)
0.4 mi
4.
Continue onto Cambusnethan Street (A722)
0.6 mi
5.
Continue onto Manse Road (A722)
0.5 mi
6.
Enter the roundabout and take the 1st exit onto Westwood Road (A73)
77 ft
7.
Exit the roundabout onto Westwood Road (A73)
0.6 mi
8.
Enter the roundabout and take the 1st exit onto A73
25 ft
9.
Exit the roundabout onto A73
1.1 mi
10.
Continue straight onto Carlisle Road (A73)
2.2 mi
11.
Continue onto Motherwell Road (A73)
473 ft
12.
Enter Newhouse Roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Bellside Road (A73)
148 ft
13.
Exit the roundabout onto Bellside Road (A73)
916 ft
14.
Enter Newhouse Roundabout and take the 3rd exit onto M8
1055 ft
15.
Exit the roundabout onto M8
21.7 mi
16.
Take the ramp on the left onto M8
0.8 mi
17.
Continue onto M9
1.6 mi
18.
Take exit 1A on the left towards M90: Dundee
3.2 mi
19.
Merge left onto A90
1.1 mi
20.
Continue onto M90
6.6 mi
21.
Keep left towards A92: Glenrothes
1.5 mi
22.
Continue onto A92
10.3 mi
23.
Enter Redhouse Roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto A92
187 ft
24.
Exit the roundabout onto A92
2.7 mi
25.
Enter Bankhead Roundabout and take the 4th exit onto A92
477 ft
26.
Exit the roundabout onto A92
1 mi
27.
Take the ramp on the left onto A92
741 ft
28.
Go straight onto Queensway (A911)
0.3 mi
29.
Enter Queensway Roundabout and take the 3rd exit onto Flemington Road
343 ft
30.
Exit the roundabout onto Flemington Road
304 ft
31.
Enter the roundabout and take the 1st exit onto Queensgate
67 ft
32.
Exit the roundabout onto Queensgate
530 ft
33.
Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Queensgate
138 ft
34.
Exit the roundabout onto Queensgate
335 ft
35.
Make a slight left
897 ft
36.
You have arrived at your destination, straight ahead
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How much does it cost to travel from Wishaw to Glenrothes by car?

The journey, fueled by petrol, comes to £10.1. In this calculation, we've assumed a petrol price of 144 pence per liter and the car's petrol consumption at 37.5 miles per gallon.

For those considering carpooling, with two passengers, the cost per person is £5.05 (£10.1/2). With three passengers, the cost reduces to £3.37 per person (£10.1/3). And for four passengers, it further decreases to £2.53 per person (£10.1/4).

To break it down further, here's how we arrive at the result:

The fuel required is determined by dividing the distance by the car's fuel consumption. For a journey of 57.75 miles, this calculation involves multiplying 57.75 miles by 4.54609 (liters per gallon) and dividing by the car's consumption of 37.5 mpg, resulting in 7 liters of fuel needed.

The fuel cost is then calculated by multiplying the fuel needed by the price per liter. For 7 liters of fuel at 144 pence per liter, the total comes to £10.1.

In conclusion, the fuel cost from Wishaw to Glenrothes amounts to £10.1.

 

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 Wishaw to Glenrothes.

The trip with diesel fuel costs 7 £ (167p/lt, 62.7 mpg).
For 2 passengers: 3.5 £ (7/2) /p.
For 3 passengers: 2.33 £ (7/3) /p.
For 4 passengers: 1.75 £ (7/4) /p.

Alternative routes from Wishaw to Glenrothes

The second route from Wishaw to the Glenrothes is 58.4 miles and takes 1 hour and 10 minutes.

The third route from Wishaw to the Glenrothes is 60.95 miles and takes 1 hour and 24 minutes.

Which is the cheapest route from Wishaw to Glenrothes by car?

The cheapest route from Wishaw to Glenrothes is the first suggested route (57.8mi, 1h 3min) and costs 10.1 £ (petrol fuel cost, 144p/lt, 37.5mpg).

The second cheapest route from Wishaw to Glenrothes is the second suggested route (58.4mi, 1h 10min) and costs 10.2 £.

The most expensive route from Wishaw to Glenrothes is the third suggested route (60.9mi, 1h 24min) and costs 10.6 £.

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 Wishaw to Glenrothes?

There are three suggested routes. The fastest route is 57.8mi (distance from Wishaw to Glenrothes) and its duration is 1h 3min. The other route is 58.4mi, and its duration is 1h 10min. The slowest route is 60.9mi, and its duration is 1h 24min.

RouteCalculator provides you with the information to prepare your trip from Wishaw to Glenrothes by car or motorbike. It offers you alternative road routes that you can follow to go from Wishaw to Glenrothes. It provides driving directions from Wishaw to Glenrothes, i.e. where to turn and when, distance of the Wishaw - Glenrothes route, travel time, display of the route on the map, fuel cost (petrol, diesel) and toll (if exist) cost.

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Where is Wishaw located?

Wishaw is located in North Lanarkshire county and in Scotland. It is situated at an altitude of 143 meters above sea level. Wishaw has coordinates 55.7735430o,-3.9193540o. RouteCalculator provides a map of Wishaw from which you can plan your trips to other UK cities.

What is the location of Glenrothes?

Glenrothes is located in Fife county and in Scotland. It is situated at an altitude of 68 meters above sea level. Glenrothes has coordinates 56.2008420o,-3.1598600o. RouteCalculator provides a map of Glenrothes from which you can plan your trips to other UK cities.