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Distance from Bethlehem to Hermanus

Bethlehem to Hermanus is a full long-distance road trip, covering about 1,257.9 km in roughly 14 hrs 1 min.

N Bethlehem → Hermanus
Road distance
1257.9 km
N1 R43
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
1,101.8 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
1.14×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
20
Info Travel board
Travel time
14 hrs 1 min
Start point
Roux Street
End point
Mossie Lane
Return: 28 hrs 4 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
841 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
89.7 km/h
Stop-adjusted ETA 7 planned rest stops
15 hrs 46 min
Fuel Service sign
Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R2,105.72
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R2,115.68
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R2,345.73
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R2,364.75
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R2,778.38
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R2,791.53
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R3,095.06
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R3,120.15
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R3,655.77
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R3,673.06
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R4,072.45
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R4,105.47
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🧭 Route vector
Compass bearing
229° SW
Forward azimuth heading
Return heading Reverse azimuth
49° NE
Coordinate delta Lat / Lon shift
South-West
Start coords Origin point
-28.2308, 28.3089
End coords Destination point
-34.4175, 19.2361
Taxi Local commuter
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Long-distance caution
Route class Operational trip category
Local shared
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1257.9 km 842 min
Start Bethlehem
Finish Hermanus
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Start point
Destination
Driving route
Navigation sign

Turn-by-turn directions

↑
  1. Head on Roux Street
    0.1 km
  2. Turn right onto Malan Street
    0.2 km
  3. At the end of the road, turn left onto Commissioner Street
    0.4 km
  4. Turn right onto Church Street
    136.4 km
  5. Take the exit ramp left towards N1: Bloemfontein
    0.7 km
  6. Merge slight right towards N1: Bloemfontein
    646.5 km
  7. At the roundabout, take the 3rd exit onto Donkin Street
    0.1 km
  8. Continue onto Donkin Street
    346.8 km
  9. Turn right
    4.3 km
  10. Turn slight right
    11.3 km
  11. At the end of the road, turn left
    41.2 km
  12. Continue left
    31.6 km
  13. At the end of the road, turn right
    7.2 km
  14. Take the exit ramp slight left towards R43: Botrivier
    0.6 km
  15. Turn left
    2.1 km
  16. Turn left
    28.2 km
  17. Turn left onto Bird Lane
    0.1 km
  18. Turn right onto Duiker Street
    0.1 km
  19. Turn left onto Mossie Lane
    0.1 km
  20. You have arrived at your destination
    0.0 km
Navigation sign

Tolls on this route

R
Tolls found 1
Known total R78.50
Main toll road N1
This route includes 1 toll point from our database. The strongest toll-road match is N1.
Verkeerdevlei
Road: Road not linked yet
R78.50
Routes ↩ Hermanus → Bethlehem Bethlehem to Johannesburg Bethlehem to Pretoria Bethlehem to Cape Town Bethlehem to Durban Johannesburg to Hermanus Pretoria to Hermanus Cape Town to Hermanus
Stop Stopover sign
Halfway point
628.9 km
Mid-route position Road corridor partition
50 / 50
Time partition Start / finish split
7 hrs 0 min • 7 hrs 0 min
Waypoint reference Nearest route marker
Mid-route reference
Vec Consumption & emissions
Consumption & emissions profile
90.6 L needed
Highly direct • 7.2 L/100km baseline
CO2 emitted Estimated tailpipe output
209.2 kg
Fuel mass Approximate tank weight
67.9 kg
Cost per km Based on 95 Petrol
R1.68
Directness index As-the-crow-flies ratio
87.6%
☀ Solar data
Daylight window at Hermanus
07:18 – 18:01
Active daylight
Solar noonHighest sun position
Total daylightUsable driving light
10 hrs 43 min
Light remainingUntil sunset
4 hrs 53 min
SunriseDawn break
07:18
Fin Tax & wear
Wear & SARS deduction
R5,258.02
Single trip SARS allowance
SARS rate R4.18/km fixed rate
R4.18/km
Tyre wear Estimated tread cost
R25.16
Service wear Oil & filter allocation
R251.58
Total trip wear Excludes fuel & tolls
R5,534.75
Nav Maneuver index
Navigation complexity
Moderate (9)
Turn difficulty rating
Roundabouts Multi-path navigation
1
Lane merges Yield required
1
Complex forks Path selection
0
Highway exits Deceleration zones
3
Route atlas

Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

ZA-ATLAS
Origin Bethlehem Start: Roux Street -28.23083, 28.30889
Midpoint
628.9 km
Total: 1257.9 km
Midpoint 628.9 km
1257.9 km 842 min
Destination Hermanus End: Mossie Lane -34.41750, 19.23611

Route sheet

Route class Resolved South Africa route
Province span South Africa
One-way road span 1257.9 km
Return-cycle span 2515.8 km
Traversal time 842 min
Maneuver count 20
Maneuver density 1.6 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 628.9 km

Coordinate frame

Start -28.23083, 28.30889
Midpoint -31.48657, 23.73105
End -34.41750, 19.23611
Destination services

Available in Hermanus

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

Service groups 6
Schools Clothing stores Banks Fuel stations and garages Supermarkets Pharmacies
Nearby category Schools Top 1 nearby match around Hermanus
1
Nearby category Clothing stores Top 4 nearby matches around Hermanus
4
Nearby category Banks Top 1 nearby match around Hermanus
1
Nearby category Fuel stations and garages Top 1 nearby match around Hermanus
1
Nearby category Supermarkets Top 6 nearby matches around Hermanus
6
Nearby category Pharmacies Top 2 nearby matches around Hermanus
2
Destination brief

Travelling to Hermanus

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

Signature Whale coast town
Standout Marine wildlife, sea air and cliff-path views
Hermanus stands out for land-based whale watching, marine wildlife and a coastline that combines cliff paths, fresh sea air and a strong food-and-stay scene.
Best for Who this destination suits
Whale season trip Coastal weekend Food and sea views Overberg stop
Arrival What to expect on arrival
Regional base Good base for nearby trips
Use Hermanus as a Whale Coast base for Walker Bay, seasonal whale viewing, coastal walking and Overberg side trips.
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Questions 9
How far is Bethlehem from Hermanus? +
Bethlehem is about 1257.9 km from Hermanus by road.
How long does it take from Bethlehem to Hermanus? +
The drive usually takes about 842 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from Bethlehem to Hermanus 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 Bethlehem to Hermanus? +
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 Bethlehem to Hermanus? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R2,105.72 (R23.25 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R2,115.68 (R23.36 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R2,345.73 (R25.90 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R2,364.75 (R26.11 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from Bethlehem to Hermanus? +
Yes. There is 1 tollgate 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
Bethlehem
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available
Destination area
Hermanus, Western Cape
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available

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