And it also depends on the time of year. Try getting out of the West Country on a Saturday during the holiday season. Last time we tried that it took us the best part of the day to get round to the Gower Peninsula, due to traffic build up and road works.

If any of your journey involves the M25 it's a lottery as to how long that will take. Too many cars on the road, particularly in southern England.

Driving in the States, for the main part, is a lot easier and less aggravating. I know, I've travelled distances in both countries.