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Why does it take longer to sail from England to America than from America to England?
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∙ 12y ago
The trade winds in that area of the Atlantic move from west to east, similar to the jet stream. This allows for a tailwind from America, creating an increased speed. This also creates a headwind when traveling from England, decreasing the overall speed.
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∙ 12y ago
The prevailing winds and ocean currents in the North Atlantic make it faster to sail from America to England than the reverse. Ships can take advantage of the westerly winds and currents when sailing eastward from America to England, while they have to battle against them when going westward from England to America.
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