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Distance from Berea to Bloemfontein

Berea to Bloemfontein is a full long-distance road trip, covering about 552.8 km in roughly 6 hrs 32 min.

N Berea → Bloemfontein
Road distance
552.8 km
N2
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
460.2 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
1.20×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
27
Info Travel board
Travel time
6 hrs 32 min
Start point
Baynes Street
Return: 4 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
392 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
84.5 km/h
Stop-adjusted ETA 3 planned rest stops
7 hrs 17 min
Fuel Service sign
Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R925.45
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R929.83
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R1,030.93
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R1,039.29
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R1,221.08
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R1,226.86
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R1,360.26
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R1,371.29
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R1,606.69
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R1,614.29
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R1,789.82
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R1,804.33
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🧭 Route vector
Compass bearing
339° NNW
Forward azimuth heading
Return heading Reverse azimuth
159° SSE
Coordinate delta Lat / Lon shift
North-East
Start coords Origin point
-32.9903, 27.9172
End coords Destination point
-29.1164, 26.2155
Taxi Local commuter
Taxi fare estimate
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Long-distance caution
Route class Operational trip category
Local shared
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552.8 km 6 hrs 32 min
Start Berea
Finish Bloemfontein
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Start point
Destination
Driving route
Navigation sign

Turn-by-turn directions

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  1. Head on Baynes Street
    0.2 km
  2. Turn right onto Winkley Street
    0.1 km
  3. Turn left onto Latimer Street
    0.1 km
  4. Turn left onto Pearce Road
    0.1 km
  5. Take the ramp slight left towards N2
    0.5 km
  6. Merge slight right onto North East Expressway
    2.9 km
  7. Continue straight
    2.1 km
  8. At the roundabout, take the 1st exit
    0.0 km
  9. Continue
    173.4 km
  10. At the roundabout, take the 1st exit onto Louis Botha Street
    0.0 km
  11. Continue onto Louis Botha Street
    1.0 km
  12. At the roundabout, take the 2nd exit onto Cathcart Street East
    0.0 km
  13. Continue onto Cathcart Street East
    2.8 km
  14. At the roundabout, take the 3rd exit onto Cathcart Street
    0.1 km
  15. Continue onto Cathcart Street
    0.8 km
  16. At the roundabout, take the 2nd exit onto Cathcart Street
    0.0 km
  17. Continue onto Cathcart Street
    162.9 km
  18. Turn left onto Barkly Street
    72.0 km
  19. Continue right onto Rascher Street
    122.0 km
  20. Continue straight onto Oliver Tambo Road
    10.3 km
  21. Turn left onto Peet Avenue
    0.5 km
  22. At the end of the road, turn right onto President Brand Street
    0.2 km
  23. Turn left onto Saint Andrew Street
    0.3 km
  24. Turn right onto Markgraaff Street
    0.2 km
  25. Turn right onto Merriam Makeba Street
    0.2 km
  26. Turn right
    0.1 km
  27. You have arrived at your destination
    0.0 km
Navigation sign

Tolls on this route

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Tolls found 0
Known total —
Main toll road N2 - North Coast Toll Road
We found matching toll-road records for this route, but no tollgate point was close enough to the route line to display as a confirmed route toll.
N2 - North Coast Toll Road N2 - North Coast Toll Road N2 - North Coast Toll Road N2 - North Coast Toll Road
Routes ↩ Bloemfontein → Berea Berea to Johannesburg Berea to Pretoria Berea to Cape Town Berea to Durban Johannesburg to Bloemfontein Pretoria to Bloemfontein Cape Town to Bloemfontein
Stop Stopover sign
Halfway point
276.8 km
Mid-route position Road corridor partition
50 / 50
Time partition Start / finish split
3 hrs 16 min • 3 hrs 16 min
Waypoint reference Nearest route marker
Mid-route reference
Vec Consumption & emissions
Consumption & emissions profile
39.8 L needed
Moderate efficiency • 7.2 L/100km baseline
CO2 emitted Estimated tailpipe output
91.9 kg
Fuel mass Approximate tank weight
29.9 kg
Cost per km Based on 95 Petrol
R1.68
Directness index As-the-crow-flies ratio
83.2%
☀ Solar data
Daylight window at Bloemfontein
06:43 – 17:40
Active daylight
Solar noonHighest sun position
Total daylightUsable driving light
10 hrs 57 min
Light remainingUntil sunset
9 hrs 55 min
SunriseDawn break
06:43
Fin Tax & wear
Wear & SARS deduction
R2,310.87
Single trip SARS allowance
SARS rate R4.18/km fixed rate
R4.18/km
Tyre wear Estimated tread cost
R11.06
Service wear Oil & filter allocation
R110.57
Total trip wear Excludes fuel & tolls
R2,432.49
Nav Maneuver index
Navigation complexity
High (27)
Turn difficulty rating
Roundabouts Multi-path navigation
5
Lane merges Yield required
1
Complex forks Path selection
0
Highway exits Deceleration zones
5
Route atlas

Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

ZA-ATLAS
Origin Berea Start: Baynes Street -32.99028, 27.91722
Midpoint
276.8 km
Total: 552.8 km
Midpoint 276.8 km
552.8 km 6 hrs 32 min
Destination Bloemfontein -29.11640, 26.21550

Route sheet

Route class Resolved South Africa route
Province span South Africa
One-way road span 552.8 km
Return-cycle span 1,105.7 km
Traversal time 6 hrs 32 min
Maneuver count 27
Maneuver density 4.9 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 276.8 km

Coordinate frame

Start -32.99028, 27.91722
Midpoint -31.23567, 26.76942
End -29.11640, 26.21550
Destination services

Available in Bloemfontein

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Service groups 6
Schools Clothing stores Banks Fuel stations and garages Supermarkets Shopping malls
Nearby category Schools Top 6 nearby matches around Bloemfontein
6
Nearby category Clothing stores Top 6 nearby matches around Bloemfontein
6
Nearby category Banks Top 3 nearby matches around Bloemfontein
3
Nearby category Fuel stations and garages Top 6 nearby matches around Bloemfontein
6
Nearby category Supermarkets Top 6 nearby matches around Bloemfontein
6
Nearby category Shopping malls Top 5 nearby matches around Bloemfontein
5
Destination brief

Travelling to Bloemfontein

A polished arrival snapshot covering what stands out, who the place suits best and what to keep in mind before you get there.

Signature Relaxed central city
Standout Central location with an easier urban rhythm
Bloemfontein works for travellers who want a real city stop without the pressure and scale of the biggest metros, which is part of why it remains such a useful central inland overnight.
Best for Who this destination suits
Central stopover Family city stay Meeting point Working overnight
Arrival What to expect on arrival
The city is easier to cross than larger metros, but the final suburb or hotel still matters if the stop is short or part of a longer inland drive.
Regional base Good base for nearby trips
Use Bloemfontein as a central inland break for overnight travel, meetings, family visits and practical route resets.
Destination facts Quick reference details
Bloemfontein tourism emphasises a slower pace and lower-stress urban feel
The city can be crossed relatively quickly compared with larger metros
Its central position helps make it a common meeting and stopover point
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Route FAQ

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Questions 9
How far is Berea from Bloemfontein? +
Berea is about 552.8 km from Bloemfontein by road.
How long does it take from Berea to Bloemfontein? +
The drive usually takes about 6 hrs 32 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from Berea to Bloemfontein in one day? +
It is possible, but for many travellers this is better treated as a very long same-day trip or an overnight trip.
Is taxi available from Berea to Bloemfontein? +
Taxi may be available, but for this route it is better to confirm the latest fare at the local taxi rank.
What's the estimated fuel amount from Berea to Bloemfontein? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R925.45 (R23.25 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R929.83 (R23.36 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R1,030.93 (R25.90 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R1,039.29 (R26.11 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from Berea to Bloemfontein? +
No tollgates are currently matched for this route.
What is the route verdict for this trip? +
Very long trip: This is a demanding long-distance route. Treat it as a serious travel day and consider an overnight stop.
Is there a long-trip warning on this route? +
This is a long trip. Plan rest stops, avoid driving tired, and be careful with late-night travel.
Is there a road note for this route? +
This is a longer road trip, so a fuel or rest stop is recommended. Take a short break about every 2 hours if possible. National roads appear in this route, so watch for toll signs and busier sections.
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Route Locations

Start area
Berea, Eastern Cape
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available
Destination area
Bloemfontein
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available

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