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Distance from Bloemfontein to Bethulie

N Bloemfontein → Bethulie
Road distance
177.8 km
N1
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
155.2 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
1.15×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
14
Info Travel board
Travel time
2 hrs 14 min
End point
Voortrekker Street
Return: 28 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
134 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
79.5 km/h
Stop-adjusted ETA 1 planned rest stop
2 hrs 29 min
Fuel Service sign
Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km
93 Petrol R26.52 / litre
R339.54
95 Petrol R26.63 / litre
R340.95
Diesel 500ppm R32.30 / litre
R413.54
Diesel 50ppm R32.50 / litre
R416.10
93 Petrol R26.52 / litre
R448.00
95 Petrol R26.63 / litre
R449.86
Diesel 500ppm R32.30 / litre
R545.64
Diesel 50ppm R32.50 / litre
R549.02
93 Petrol R26.52 / litre
R589.48
95 Petrol R26.63 / litre
R591.92
Diesel 500ppm R32.30 / litre
R717.95
Diesel 50ppm R32.50 / litre
R722.40
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🧭 Route vector
Compass bearing
189° S
Forward azimuth heading
Return heading Reverse azimuth
9° N
Coordinate delta Lat / Lon shift
South-West
Start coords Origin point
-29.1164, 26.2155
End coords Destination point
-30.4964, 25.9750
Taxi Local commuter
Taxi fare estimate
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Long-distance caution
Route class Operational trip category
Local shared
Calculating arrival…
Bloemfontein to Bethulie is a solid inter-town journey, covering about 177.8 km in roughly 2 hrs 14 min.
Travel modes
Bloemfontein → Bethulie
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Car
177.8 km
2 hrs 14 min
Road route
🏍️ Estimate
Two-wheeler
177.8 km
~2 hrs 44 min
65 km/h avg
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177.8 km 2 hrs 14 min
Start Bloemfontein
Finish Bethulie
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Start point
Destination
Driving route
Navigation sign

Turn-by-turn directions

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  1. Start your journey
    0.1 km
  2. At the end of the road, turn right onto Merriam Makeba Street
    0.1 km
  3. Turn right onto President Brand Street
    0.2 km
  4. Turn right onto Saint Andrew Street
    0.3 km
  5. Turn left onto Markgraaff Street
    0.3 km
  6. Continue straight onto President Boshoff Street
    0.5 km
  7. Continue straight onto Kolbe Avenue
    1.1 km
  8. Continue straight onto Curie Avenue
    4.3 km
  9. Take the ramp left towards N1: Colesberg
    0.7 km
  10. Merge slight right onto Western Bypass
    135.0 km
  11. Turn left
    34.1 km
  12. Continue straight onto Joubert Street
    1.1 km
  13. Turn right onto Voortrekker Street
    0.1 km
  14. You have arrived at your destination
    0.0 km
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Tolls on this route

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Tolls found 0
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Main toll road N1
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.
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Stop Stopover sign
Halfway point
89.1 km
Mid-route position Road corridor partition
50 / 50
Time partition Start / finish split
1 hr 7 min • 1 hr 7 min
Waypoint reference Nearest route marker
Mid-route reference
Vec Consumption & emissions
Consumption & emissions profile
12.8 L needed
Highly direct • 7.2 L/100km baseline
CO2 emitted Estimated tailpipe output
29.6 kg
Fuel mass Approximate tank weight
9.6 kg
Cost per km Based on 95 Petrol
R1.92
Directness index As-the-crow-flies ratio
87.3%
☀ Solar data
Daylight window at Bethulie
06:53 – 17:31
Outside daylight hours
Solar noonHighest sun position
Total daylightUsable driving light
10 hrs 37 min
Light remainingUntil sunset
13 hrs 57 min
SunriseDawn break
06:53
Fin Tax & wear
Wear & SARS deduction
R743.29
Single trip SARS allowance
SARS rate R4.18/km fixed rate
R4.18/km
Tyre wear Estimated tread cost
R3.56
Service wear Oil & filter allocation
R35.56
Total trip wear Excludes fuel & tolls
R782.41
Nav Maneuver index
Navigation complexity
Low (2)
Turn difficulty rating
Roundabouts Multi-path navigation
0
Lane merges Yield required
1
Complex forks Path selection
0
Highway exits Deceleration zones
0
Route atlas

Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

ZA-ATLAS
Origin Bloemfontein -29.11640, 26.21550
Midpoint
89.1 km
Total: 177.8 km
Midpoint 89.1 km
177.8 km 2 hrs 14 min
Destination Bethulie End: Voortrekker Street -30.49637, 25.97496

Route sheet

Route class Resolved South Africa route
Province span South Africa
One-way road span 177.8 km
Return-cycle span 355.6 km
Traversal time 2 hrs 14 min
Maneuver count 14
Maneuver density 7.9 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 89.1 km

Coordinate frame

Start -29.11640, 26.21550
Midpoint -29.84402, 25.89621
End -30.49637, 25.97496
Destination services

Available in Bethulie

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

Service groups 3
Schools Banks Supermarkets
Nearby category Schools Top 2 nearby matches around Bethulie
2
Nearby category Banks Top 1 nearby match around Bethulie
1
Nearby category Supermarkets Top 2 nearby matches around Bethulie
2
Destination brief

Travelling to Bethulie

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

Standout Why Bethulie stands out
Bethulie works best with focused on exact stays and small-town planning rather than broad city-style copy.
Arrival What to expect on arrival
Bethulie trips improve when the final guesthouse, home or landmark is known before departure.
Regional base Good base for nearby trips
Best for Bethulie visits, overnight stops and local route planning.
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Questions 8
How far is Bloemfontein from Bethulie? +
Bloemfontein is about 177.8 km from Bethulie by road.
How long does it take from Bloemfontein to Bethulie? +
The drive usually takes about 2 hrs 14 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from Bloemfontein to Bethulie in one day? +
Yes, for many drivers this can be done in one day.
Is taxi available from Bloemfontein to Bethulie? +
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 Bloemfontein to Bethulie? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R339.54 (R26.52 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R340.95 (R26.63 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R413.54 (R32.30 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R416.10 (R32.50 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from Bloemfontein to Bethulie? +
No tollgates are currently matched for this route.
What is the route verdict for this trip? +
Long same-day trip: This can work in one day, but a rest stop and early departure are recommended.
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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Towns along the route

: Colesberg
From Bloemfontein To Bethulie
Western Bypass
From Bloemfontein To Bethulie

Route Locations

Start area
Bloemfontein
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available
Destination area
Bethulie
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available

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