South Africa route platform Distance24 Road distance, travel time and route planning across South Africa.
Donate

Distance from Bethal to Gaga

Bethal to Gaga is a full long-distance road trip, covering about 1,049.7 km in roughly 12 hrs 31 min.

N Bethal → Gaga
Road distance
1049.7 km
N12 N6
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
746.9 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
1.41×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
23
Info Travel board
Travel time
12 hrs 31 min
Return: 25 hrs 4 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
751 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
83.8 km/h
Stop-adjusted ETA 6 planned rest stops
14 hrs 1 min
Fuel Service sign
Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km
93 Petrol R26.52 / litre
R2,004.29
95 Petrol R26.63 / litre
R2,012.60
Diesel 500ppm R32.30 / litre
R2,441.12
Diesel 50ppm R32.50 / litre
R2,456.23
93 Petrol R26.52 / litre
R2,644.54
95 Petrol R26.63 / litre
R2,655.51
Diesel 500ppm R32.30 / litre
R3,220.92
Diesel 50ppm R32.50 / litre
R3,240.86
93 Petrol R26.52 / litre
R3,479.66
95 Petrol R26.63 / litre
R3,494.10
Diesel 500ppm R32.30 / litre
R4,238.05
Diesel 50ppm R32.50 / litre
R4,264.29
See more fuel details from Bethal to Gaga
🧭 Route vector
Compass bearing
200° SSW
Forward azimuth heading
Return heading Reverse azimuth
20° NNE
Coordinate delta Lat / Lon shift
South-West
Start coords Origin point
-26.4571, 29.4671
End coords Destination point
-32.7575, 26.7850
Taxi Local commuter
Taxi fare estimate
Check local taxi rank
Long-distance caution
Route class Operational trip category
Local shared
Leave → Arrival time loading…
Accommodation

Where to stay near Gaga

Road-trip friendly stays matched to this destination and corridor, with photos, price positioning and quick property links.

No accommodation listings have been added for this route yet.

Suggest accommodation
Route

Route overview

Live map, directions, tolls and route services.

Map Directions Tolls Trip planning
Route map

Live map

Start, destination and route line.

1049.7 km 752 min
Start Bethal
Finish Gaga
Map key
Start point
Destination
Driving route
Navigation sign

Turn-by-turn directions

↑
  1. Start your journey
    0.1 km
  2. Turn right onto Du Plooy Street
    0.2 km
  3. Turn left onto Moses Kotane Street
    144.0 km
  4. Take the exit ramp slight left towards N12
    0.5 km
  5. Merge slight right onto Southern Bypass
    22.3 km
  6. Keep slight right at the fork
    389.5 km
  7. Take the exit ramp slight left towards N6: Aliwal North
    0.5 km
  8. Turn left
    2.4 km
  9. Turn right
    122.1 km
  10. Continue left onto Rascher Street
    72.0 km
  11. Turn right onto Somerset Street
    162.9 km
  12. At the roundabout, take the 2nd exit onto Voortrekker Street
    0.1 km
  13. Continue onto Voortrekker Street
    1.8 km
  14. At the roundabout, take the 1st exit
    0.0 km
  15. Continue
    107.8 km
  16. Turn left
    22.8 km
  17. Turn right
    0.3 km
  18. Keep slight left at the fork
    0.0 km
  19. Turn left
    0.1 km
  20. Turn right
    0.1 km
  21. Turn right
    0.1 km
  22. Turn left
    0.1 km
  23. You have arrived at your destination
    0.0 km
Navigation sign

Tolls on this route

R
Tolls found 30
Known total R790.00
Main toll road N12
This route includes 30 toll points from our database. The strongest toll-road match is N12. 5 Gauteng open-road / gantry toll points are shown as R0.00 because GFIP e-toll charging ended from 12 April 2024.
Leandra
Road: Road not linked yet
R50.50
Gosforth
Road: Road not linked yet
R17.00
Unnamed e-Toll gantry near -26.263, 27.976
Road: GFIP / Gauteng e-Toll network
R0.00
Gosforth
Road: Road not linked yet
R17.00
Gosforth
Road: Road not linked yet
R17.00
Gosforth
Road: Road not linked yet
R17.00
Denne
Road: Road not linked yet
R13.50
Denne
Road: Road not linked yet
R13.50
Gosforth
Road: Road not linked yet
R17.00
Vaal
Road: Road not linked yet
R91.50
Unnamed e-Toll gantry near -26.268, 27.950
Road: GFIP / Gauteng e-Toll network
R0.00
Vaal
Road: Road not linked yet
R91.50
Verkeerdevlei
Road: Road not linked yet
R78.50
Gosforth
Road: Road not linked yet
R17.00
Grasmere
Road: Road not linked yet
R27.50
Unnamed e-Toll gantry near -26.267, 28.073
Road: GFIP / Gauteng e-Toll network
R0.00
Grasmere
Road: Road not linked yet
R27.50
Leandra
Road: Road not linked yet
R50.50
Dalpark
Road: Road not linked yet
R15.50
Dalpark
Road: Road not linked yet
R15.50
Denne
Road: Road not linked yet
R13.50
Denne
Road: Road not linked yet
R13.50
Leandra
Road: Road not linked yet
R50.50
Unnamed e-Toll gantry near -26.259, 28.115
Road: GFIP / Gauteng e-Toll network
R0.00
Grasmere
Road: Road not linked yet
R27.50
Grasmere
Road: Road not linked yet
R27.50
Grasmere
Road: Road not linked yet
R27.50
Grasmere
Road: Road not linked yet
R27.50
Unnamed e-Toll gantry near -26.245, 28.135
Road: GFIP / Gauteng e-Toll network
R0.00
Trichardt
Road: Road not linked yet
R25.00
Routes ↩ Gaga → Bethal Bethal to Johannesburg Bethal to Pretoria Bethal to Cape Town Bethal to Durban Johannesburg to Gaga Pretoria to Gaga Cape Town to Gaga
Stop Stopover sign
Halfway point
525.5 km
Mid-route position Road corridor partition
50 / 50
Time partition Start / finish split
6 hrs 15 min • 6 hrs 15 min
Waypoint reference Nearest route marker
Mid-route reference
Vec Consumption & emissions
Consumption & emissions profile
75.6 L needed
Moderate efficiency • 7.2 L/100km baseline
CO2 emitted Estimated tailpipe output
174.6 kg
Fuel mass Approximate tank weight
56.7 kg
Cost per km Based on 95 Petrol
R1.92
Directness index As-the-crow-flies ratio
71.2%
☀ Solar data
Daylight window at Gaga
06:51 – 17:26
Active daylight
Solar noonHighest sun position
Total daylightUsable driving light
10 hrs 35 min
Light remainingUntil sunset
24 min
SunriseDawn break
06:51
Fin Tax & wear
Wear & SARS deduction
R4,387.63
Single trip SARS allowance
SARS rate R4.18/km fixed rate
R4.18/km
Tyre wear Estimated tread cost
R20.99
Service wear Oil & filter allocation
R209.93
Total trip wear Excludes fuel & tolls
R4,618.56
Nav Maneuver index
Navigation complexity
High (18)
Turn difficulty rating
Roundabouts Multi-path navigation
2
Lane merges Yield required
1
Complex forks Path selection
2
Highway exits Deceleration zones
4
Route atlas

Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

ZA-ATLAS
Origin Bethal -26.45709, 29.46714
Midpoint
525.5 km
Total: 1049.7 km
Midpoint 525.5 km
1049.7 km 752 min
Destination Gaga -32.75750, 26.78500

Route sheet

Route class Resolved South Africa route
Province span South Africa
One-way road span 1049.7 km
Return-cycle span 2099.4 km
Traversal time 752 min
Maneuver count 23
Maneuver density 2.2 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 525.5 km

Coordinate frame

Start -26.45709, 29.46714
Midpoint -28.97539, 26.30118
End -32.75750, 26.78500
Destination services

Available in Gaga

Useful places near your destination, from everyday essentials to local stops that can help you settle in faster when you arrive.

Service groups 1
Schools
Nearby category Schools Top 2 nearby matches around Gaga
2
Route support

Route FAQ

Tap a question to expand the answer and keep the section compact while browsing the route page.

Questions 9
How far is Bethal from Gaga? +
Bethal is about 1049.7 km from Gaga by road.
How long does it take from Bethal to Gaga? +
The drive usually takes about 752 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from Bethal to Gaga 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 Bethal to Gaga? +
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 Bethal to Gaga? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R2,004.29 (R26.52 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R2,012.60 (R26.63 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R2,441.12 (R32.30 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R2,456.23 (R32.50 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from Bethal to Gaga? +
Yes. There are 30 tollgates 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.
Editorial

From the editorial desk

Fresh route reads, destination ideas and planning guides from the Distance24 editorial blog.

Open blog
Route support

Something wrong?

Report wrong directions, map issues, spelling mistakes, toll problems or anything else on this route for admin review.

Distance Directions Map Tolls Place issue Spelling
Your report is sent together with the current route page and route names so it is easier to review and fix.

Route Locations

Start area
Bethal
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available
Destination area
Gaga, Eastern Cape
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available

Distance comparisons

Here are similar South African routes with a close travel distance, prioritised by the same province or matching province pair where possible.

Cape Town to George Similar distance
About 372.4 km Difference: 677.2 km
Johannesburg to Polokwane Similar distance
About 293.1 km Difference: 756.6 km
Pretoria to Nelspruit Similar distance
About 276.4 km Difference: 773.3 km
Gqeberha to East London Overlapping province
About 238.6 km Difference: 811.1 km
East London to Mthatha Overlapping province
About 178.6 km Difference: 871.1 km

Reverse route and related trips

View distance from Gaga to Bethal

Bethal to Johannesburg Bethal to Pretoria Bethal to Cape Town Bethal to Durban Johannesburg to Gaga Pretoria to Gaga Cape Town to Gaga Durban to Gaga

Legal and trust information

Access pages for Distance24.co.za and Fuel Prices, including privacy, terms, disclaimers, contact details and editorial standards.

Open Trust Centre
Privacy Policy Data, cookies and privacy requests → Terms of Use Rules, responsibilities and usage terms → Disclaimer Important estimate and route limitations → Contact Support, privacy, editorial and ads →
Trust Centre About Privacy Policy Terms of Use Disclaimer PAIA Manual Contact Advertising Disclosure Editorial Policy Cookies Corrections

© 2026 Distance24.co.za. All rights reserved.

Distance24.co.za combines Leaflet, OpenStreetMap, Nominatim, Geoapify, OSRM, OpenRouteService and Open-Meteo to power map display, place search, route planning, distance calculations and weather information.