How much driving an electric car from Manchester to London, Lake District, Cornwall, Yorkshire and Blackpool costs compared to petrol and catching a train

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As petrol prices reach record highs more drivers than ever are turning to the electric car as a cost-effective and environmentally friendly alternative.

Between 2020 and 2021, there was a 68 per cent increase in the number of electric cars registered in Greater Manchester, reaching a record figure of 24,714.

There are now more 360 charging points in Greater Manchester, with Transport for Greater Manchester aiming to increase that to 3,000 by 2025.

And with summer holidays on the horizon, thousands of us are considering whether to load up the car or let the train take the strain. Read more: 'No looking for parking, never stuck in traffic': Why I take baby about by bike But the one thing which holds many prospective electric vehicle (EV) drivers back is the price and range on long-distance journeys.