How far is it from West Rainton to Hetton Downs?

The distance between West Rainton and Hetton Downs is 4 mi by road.

How long does it take to drive from West Rainton to Hetton Downs?

The drive from West Rainton to Hetton Downs takes approximately 10 min by car.

What is the best route from West Rainton to Hetton Downs?

The fastest route from West Rainton to Hetton Downs covers 4 mi with a driving time of approximately 10 min.

Which direction is Hetton Downs from West Rainton?

Hetton Downs lies roughly to the east of West Rainton.

Are there charging stations between West Rainton and Hetton Downs?

Yes. You can charge along the route from West Rainton to Hetton Downs, including A1M Northbound, Chester-le-Street (350 kW); 19 Parsons Road, Washington (300 kW); A1M, Birtley (200 kW). Charging points on this route: 229.

West Rainton Hetton Downs

Distance: 4 miDuration: 10 min

Driving from West Rainton to Hetton Downs takes about 10 min via A690. The distance is 4 mi. The straight-line distance is 3 mi. Driving directions

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Driving directions13 · 4 mi

1 Depart left 70 yd
2 Turn left onto North Street 114 yd
3 Continue straight onto Benridge Bank 1 mi
4 Merge slightly right 2 mi
5 Take exit slightly left 1 mi
6 Enter roundabout straight 3 yd
7 Exit roundabout slightly left 1 mi
8 Enter roundabout left onto Durham Road 41 yd

9 Exit roundabout left onto Durham Road 149 yd
10 Continue straight onto Gillas Lane West 1 mi
11 Turn right 1 mi
12 Turn left onto Regent Street 1 mi
13 Arrive onto Regent Street

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The return trip from Hetton Downs to West Rainton covers roughly the same distance, 4 mi.

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Charging points along the way

229 chargers

A1M Northbound, Chester-le-StreetA1M Northbound, Chester-le-Street, Tyne and Wear, DH3 2SJ350 kW
19 Parsons Road, Washington19 Parsons Road, Washington, England, NE37 1EZ300 kW
A1M, BirtleyA1M, Birtley, Tyne and Wear, DH3 2SJ200 kW
Durham Road, GatesheadDurham Road, Gateshead, England, NE9 7UB175 kW
West Wear Street, SunderlandWest Wear Street, Sunderland, SR1 1XD175 kW

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Hetton Downs → Low Fell12 mi · 25 min Hetton Downs → Middle Herrington5 mi · 10 min Hetton Downs → New Silksworth6 mi · 15 min Hetton Downs → Merryoaks9 mi · 20 min Hetton Downs → Meadowfield10 mi · 20 min Hetton Downs → Ayre's Quay10 mi · 20 min

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Distance and drive time are computed from OpenStreetMap road data with the OSRM routing engine. Updated 2 November 2026.

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How far is it from West Rainton to Hetton Downs?: The distance between West Rainton and Hetton Downs is 4 mi by road.
How long does it take to drive from West Rainton to Hetton Downs?: The drive from West Rainton to Hetton Downs takes approximately 10 min by car.
What is the best route from West Rainton to Hetton Downs?: The fastest route from West Rainton to Hetton Downs covers 4 mi with a driving time of approximately 10 min.
Which direction is Hetton Downs from West Rainton?: Hetton Downs lies roughly to the east of West Rainton.
Are there charging stations between West Rainton and Hetton Downs?: Yes. You can charge along the route from West Rainton to Hetton Downs, including A1M Northbound, Chester-le-Street (350 kW); 19 Parsons Road, Washington (300 kW); A1M, Birtley (200 kW). Charging points on this route: 229.

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