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Distance from Bloemfontein to Knysna N2

Bloemfontein to Knysna N2 is a full long-distance road trip, covering about 741.2 km in roughly 9 hrs 30 min.

N Bloemfontein → Knysna N2
Road distance
741.2 km
N1 N9
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
623.6 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
1.19×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
22
Info Travel board
Travel time
9 hrs 30 min
Return: 19 hrs 0 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
570 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
78.0 km/h
Stop-adjusted ETA 4 planned rest stops
10 hrs 30 min
Fuel Service sign
Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km
93 Petrol R26.52 / litre
R1,415.30
95 Petrol R26.63 / litre
R1,421.17
Diesel 500ppm R32.30 / litre
R1,723.76
Diesel 50ppm R32.50 / litre
R1,734.44
93 Petrol R26.52 / litre
R1,867.41
95 Petrol R26.63 / litre
R1,875.16
Diesel 500ppm R32.30 / litre
R2,274.41
Diesel 50ppm R32.50 / litre
R2,288.50
93 Petrol R26.52 / litre
R2,457.12
95 Petrol R26.63 / litre
R2,467.31
Diesel 500ppm R32.30 / litre
R2,992.65
Diesel 50ppm R32.50 / litre
R3,011.18
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🧭 Route vector
Compass bearing
208° SSW
Forward azimuth heading
Return heading Reverse azimuth
28° NNE
Coordinate delta Lat / Lon shift
South-West
Start coords Origin point
-29.1164, 26.2155
End coords Destination point
-34.0356, 23.0519
Taxi Local commuter
Taxi fare estimate
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Long-distance caution
Route class Operational trip category
Local shared
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741.2 km 9 hrs 30 min
Start Bloemfontein
Finish Knysna N2
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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
    217.2 km
  11. Take the exit ramp slight left towards N9: Port Elizabeth
    1.2 km
  12. Merge slight right
    197.3 km
  13. Turn right onto Caledon Street
    0.2 km
  14. Turn left onto Church Street
    0.1 km
  15. Continue left onto Church Street
    230.8 km
  16. Turn left
    3.1 km
  17. Turn left onto Queen Street
    9.8 km
  18. At the end of the road, turn right
    0.5 km
  19. Turn left
    35.7 km
  20. Keep slight right at the fork
    32.5 km
  21. Turn right
    5.2 km
  22. You have arrived at your destination
    0.0 km
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Tolls on this route

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Tolls found 0
Known total —
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.
N1 N1 N1 N1
Routes ↩ Knysna N2 → Bloemfontein Bloemfontein to Johannesburg Bloemfontein to Pretoria Bloemfontein to Cape Town Bloemfontein to Durban Johannesburg to Knysna N2 Pretoria to Knysna N2 Cape Town to Knysna N2
Stop Stopover sign
Halfway point
371.0 km
Mid-route position Road corridor partition
50 / 50
Time partition Start / finish split
4 hrs 45 min • 4 hrs 45 min
Waypoint reference Nearest route marker
Mid-route reference
Vec Consumption & emissions
Consumption & emissions profile
53.4 L needed
Moderate efficiency • 7.2 L/100km baseline
CO2 emitted Estimated tailpipe output
123.3 kg
Fuel mass Approximate tank weight
40.0 kg
Cost per km Based on 95 Petrol
R1.68
Directness index As-the-crow-flies ratio
84.1%
☀ Solar data
Daylight window at Knysna N2
07:08 – 17:39
Active daylight
Solar noonHighest sun position
Total daylightUsable driving light
10 hrs 30 min
Light remainingUntil sunset
10 hrs 1 min
SunriseDawn break
07:08
Fin Tax & wear
Wear & SARS deduction
R3,098.27
Single trip SARS allowance
SARS rate R4.18/km fixed rate
R4.18/km
Tyre wear Estimated tread cost
R14.82
Service wear Oil & filter allocation
R148.24
Total trip wear Excludes fuel & tolls
R3,261.34
Nav Maneuver index
Navigation complexity
Moderate (7)
Turn difficulty rating
Roundabouts Multi-path navigation
0
Lane merges Yield required
2
Complex forks Path selection
1
Highway exits Deceleration zones
1
Route atlas

Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

ZA-ATLAS
Origin Bloemfontein -29.11640, 26.21550
Midpoint
371.0 km
Total: 741.2 km
Midpoint 371.0 km
741.2 km 9 hrs 30 min
Destination Knysna N2 -34.03562, 23.05188

Route sheet

Route class Resolved South Africa route
Province span South Africa
One-way road span 741.2 km
Return-cycle span 1,482.4 km
Traversal time 9 hrs 30 min
Maneuver count 22
Maneuver density 3.0 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 371.0 km

Coordinate frame

Start -29.11640, 26.21550
Midpoint -31.88222, 24.82030
End -34.03562, 23.05188
Destination services

Available in Knysna N2

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

Service groups 4
Schools Clothing stores Fuel stations and garages Supermarkets
Nearby category Schools Top 2 nearby matches around Knysna N2
2
Nearby category Clothing stores Top 5 nearby matches around Knysna N2
5
  • Edgars
    Edgars, Spring Street, Upper Central Town, Knysna Ward 10, Knysna Local Municipality, Garden Route District Municipality, Western Cape, 6570, South Africa
  • Yo Kimono
    Queen Street, Knysna, 6571
  • Gypsy Bloo
    Gypsy Bloo, Memorial Square, Upper Central Town, Knysna Ward 10, Knysna Local Municipality, Garden Route District Municipality, Western Cape, 6570, South Africa
  • Norseman Menswear
    Norseman Menswear, Main Road, Lower Central Town, Knysna Ward 10, Knysna Local Municipality, Garden Route District Municipality, Western Cape, 6570, South Africa
  • Jet
    Jet, Main Road, Lower Central Town, Knysna Ward 10, Knysna Local Municipality, Garden Route District Municipality, Western Cape, 6570, South Africa
Nearby category Fuel stations and garages Top 1 nearby match around Knysna N2
1
Nearby category Supermarkets Top 6 nearby matches around Knysna N2
6
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Questions 9
How far is Bloemfontein from Knysna N2? +
Bloemfontein is about 741.2 km from Knysna N2 by road.
How long does it take from Bloemfontein to Knysna N2? +
The drive usually takes about 9 hrs 30 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from Bloemfontein to Knysna N2 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 Bloemfontein to Knysna N2? +
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 Knysna N2? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R1,415.30 (R26.52 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R1,421.17 (R26.63 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R1,723.76 (R32.30 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R1,734.44 (R32.50 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from Bloemfontein to Knysna N2? +
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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Towns along the route

: Colesberg
From Bloemfontein To Knysna N2
Western Bypass
From Bloemfontein To Knysna N2
: Port Elizabeth
From Bloemfontein To Knysna N2

Route Locations

Start area
Bloemfontein
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available
Destination area
Knysna N2, Western Cape
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available

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