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Distance from Centurion N1 N3 to Bethlehem

Centurion N1 N3 to Bethlehem is a solid inter-town journey, covering about 299.8 km in roughly 3 hrs 58 min.

N Centurion N1 N3 → Bethlehem
Road distance
299.8 km
N1 R26
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
263.2 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
1.14×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
15
Info Travel board
Travel time
3 hrs 58 min
End point
Roux Street
Return: 56 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
238 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
75.5 km/h
Stop-adjusted ETA 1 planned rest stop
4 hrs 13 min
Fuel Service sign
Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km
93 Petrol R26.52 / litre
R572.36
95 Petrol R26.63 / litre
R574.73
Diesel 500ppm R32.30 / litre
R697.11
Diesel 50ppm R32.50 / litre
R701.42
93 Petrol R26.52 / litre
R755.20
95 Petrol R26.63 / litre
R758.33
Diesel 500ppm R32.30 / litre
R919.79
Diesel 50ppm R32.50 / litre
R925.49
93 Petrol R26.52 / litre
R993.68
95 Petrol R26.63 / litre
R997.80
Diesel 500ppm R32.30 / litre
R1,210.25
Diesel 50ppm R32.50 / litre
R1,217.75
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🧭 Route vector
Compass bearing
178° S
Forward azimuth heading
Return heading Reverse azimuth
358° N
Coordinate delta Lat / Lon shift
South-West
Start coords Origin point
-25.8658, 28.1958
End coords Destination point
-28.2308, 28.3089
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Route class Operational trip category
Local shared
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299.8 km 3 hrs 58 min
Start Centurion N1 N3
Finish Bethlehem
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Start point
Destination
Driving route
Navigation sign

Turn-by-turn directions

↑
  1. Start your journey
    2.0 km
  2. Take the exit ramp slight left towards N1: Johannesburg
    1.6 km
  3. Merge slight right onto Ben Schoeman Highway
    18.9 km
  4. Take the exit ramp slight left towards N1: Germiston
    0.3 km
  5. Keep slight left at the fork towards N1: Germiston
    0.7 km
  6. Merge slight right onto Eastern Bypass
    22.1 km
  7. Keep slight left at the fork
    58.7 km
  8. Keep slight left at the fork
    47.1 km
  9. Take the exit ramp slight left towards R26
    1.0 km
  10. Turn right
    28.8 km
  11. At the end of the road, turn right
    6.4 km
  12. Turn left
    110.8 km
  13. Turn right onto Eeufees Street
    1.0 km
  14. Turn right onto Roux Street
    0.4 km
  15. You have arrived at your destination
    0.0 km
Navigation sign

Tolls on this route

R
Tolls found 24
Known total R678.00
Main toll road N1
This route includes 24 toll points from our database. The strongest toll-road match is N1. 10 Gauteng open-road / gantry toll points are shown as R0.00 because GFIP e-toll charging ended from 12 April 2024.
e-Toll Pikoko
Road: Road not linked yet
R0.00
Unnamed e-Toll gantry near -26.093, 28.117
Road: GFIP / Gauteng e-Toll network
R0.00
Unnamed e-Toll gantry near -26.153, 28.132
Road: GFIP / Gauteng e-Toll network
R0.00
Unnamed e-Toll gantry near -26.222, 28.128
Road: GFIP / Gauteng e-Toll network
R0.00
Unnamed e-Toll gantry near -26.187, 28.134
Road: GFIP / Gauteng e-Toll network
R0.00
Unnamed e-Toll gantry near -25.939, 28.140
Road: GFIP / Gauteng e-Toll network
R0.00
e-Toll Sunbird
Road: Road not linked yet
R0.00
Unnamed e-Toll gantry near -26.062, 28.107
Road: GFIP / Gauteng e-Toll network
R0.00
Unnamed e-Toll gantry near -26.245, 28.135
Road: GFIP / Gauteng e-Toll network
R0.00
Unnamed e-Toll gantry near -26.116, 28.133
Road: GFIP / Gauteng e-Toll network
R0.00
Unnamed e-Toll gantry near -26.274, 28.149
Road: GFIP / Gauteng e-Toll network
R0.00
Gosforth
Road: Road not linked yet
R17.00
De Hoek
Road: Road not linked yet
R67.00
De Hoek
Road: Road not linked yet
R67.00
De Hoek
Road: Road not linked yet
R67.00
De Hoek
Road: Road not linked yet
R67.00
e-Toll Ihobe
Road: Road not linked yet
R0.00
Gosforth
Road: Road not linked yet
R17.00
e-Toll Ivusi
Road: Road not linked yet
R0.00
Wilge
Road: Road not linked yet
R94.00
Wilge
Road: Road not linked yet
R94.00
Wilge
Road: 169
R94.00
Wilge
Road: Road not linked yet
R94.00
Unnamed e-Toll gantry near -26.167, 28.141
Road: GFIP / Gauteng e-Toll network
R0.00
Routes ↩ Bethlehem → Centurion N1 N3 Centurion N1 N3 to Johannesburg Centurion N1 N3 to Pretoria Centurion N1 N3 to Cape Town Centurion N1 N3 to Durban Johannesburg to Bethlehem Pretoria to Bethlehem Cape Town to Bethlehem
Stop Stopover sign
Halfway point
150.2 km
Mid-route position Road corridor partition
50 / 50
Time partition Start / finish split
1 hr 59 min • 1 hr 59 min
Waypoint reference Nearest route marker
Mid-route reference
Vec Consumption & emissions
Consumption & emissions profile
21.6 L needed
Highly direct • 7.2 L/100km baseline
CO2 emitted Estimated tailpipe output
49.9 kg
Fuel mass Approximate tank weight
16.2 kg
Cost per km Based on 95 Petrol
R1.68
Directness index As-the-crow-flies ratio
87.8%
☀ Solar data
Daylight window at Bethlehem
06:37 – 17:28
Active daylight
Solar noonHighest sun position
Total daylightUsable driving light
10 hrs 50 min
Light remainingUntil sunset
10 hrs 48 min
SunriseDawn break
06:37
Fin Tax & wear
Wear & SARS deduction
R1,252.97
Single trip SARS allowance
SARS rate R4.18/km fixed rate
R4.18/km
Tyre wear Estimated tread cost
R6.00
Service wear Oil & filter allocation
R59.95
Total trip wear Excludes fuel & tolls
R1,318.91
Nav Maneuver index
Navigation complexity
Moderate (13)
Turn difficulty rating
Roundabouts Multi-path navigation
0
Lane merges Yield required
2
Complex forks Path selection
3
Highway exits Deceleration zones
3
Route atlas

Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

ZA-ATLAS
Origin Centurion N1 N3 -25.86578, 28.19576
Midpoint
150.2 km
Total: 299.8 km
Midpoint 150.2 km
299.8 km 3 hrs 58 min
Destination Bethlehem End: Roux Street -28.23083, 28.30889

Route sheet

Route class Resolved South Africa route
Province span South Africa
One-way road span 299.8 km
Return-cycle span 599.5 km
Traversal time 3 hrs 58 min
Maneuver count 15
Maneuver density 5.0 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 150.2 km

Coordinate frame

Start -25.86578, 28.19576
Midpoint -27.01909, 28.60747
End -28.23083, 28.30889
Destination services

Available in Bethlehem

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

Service groups 5
Schools Clothing stores Fuel stations and garages Supermarkets Shopping malls
Nearby category Schools Top 2 nearby matches around Bethlehem
2
Nearby category Clothing stores Top 6 nearby matches around Bethlehem
6
  • JetMart
    17 Muller Street, Bethlehem, 9700
  • Edgars
    Muller Street, Bethlehem, 9700
  • Ackermans
    Muller Street, Bethlehem, 9700
  • Trendy Shoes
    Muller Street, Bethlehem, 9700
  • Markham
    Muller Street, Bethlehem, 9700
  • Ideals
    Muller Street, Bethlehem, 9700
Nearby category Fuel stations and garages Top 2 nearby matches around Bethlehem
2
Nearby category Supermarkets Top 6 nearby matches around Bethlehem
6
Nearby category Shopping malls Top 4 nearby matches around Bethlehem
4
Destination brief

Travelling to Bethlehem

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

Signature Eastern Free State commercial town
Standout Working town with mountain-country access
Best for Who this destination suits
Regional base Working stopover Eastern Free State stay Mountain-country access
Arrival What to expect on arrival
Business addresses, shopping corridors and out-of-town lodges can produce different final drives, so specific routing is more useful than a town-only destination.
Regional base Good base for nearby trips
Use Bethlehem as an Eastern Free State base for practical overnights, regional business and onward drives toward Clarens and the Maluti side.
Destination facts Quick reference details
Regional tourism information describes Bethlehem as the commercial centre of the region
It supports shopping, local products and overnight services
The town works well as a practical staging point in the eastern Free State
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Questions 9
How far is Centurion N1 N3 from Bethlehem? +
Centurion N1 N3 is about 299.8 km from Bethlehem by road.
How long does it take from Centurion N1 N3 to Bethlehem? +
The drive usually takes about 3 hrs 58 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from Centurion N1 N3 to Bethlehem in one day? +
Yes, for many drivers this can be done in one day.
Is taxi available from Centurion N1 N3 to Bethlehem? +
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 Centurion N1 N3 to Bethlehem? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R572.36 (R26.52 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R574.73 (R26.63 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R697.11 (R32.30 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R701.42 (R32.50 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from Centurion N1 N3 to Bethlehem? +
Yes. There are 24 tollgates 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 long-trip warning on this route? +
This is a medium-to-long route. A fuel or refreshment stop is a good idea.
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

: Johannesburg
From Centurion N1 N3 To Bethlehem
: Germiston
From Centurion N1 N3 To Bethlehem
Durban
From Centurion N1 N3 To Bethlehem
Roodepoort
From Centurion N1 N3 To Bethlehem
Bloemfontein
From Centurion N1 N3 To Bethlehem
ern Bypass
From Centurion N1 N3 To Bethlehem
: Villiers
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Frankfort
From Centurion N1 N3 To Bethlehem
Vrede
From Centurion N1 N3 To Bethlehem

Route Locations

Start area
Centurion N1 N3, Gauteng
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available
Destination area
Bethlehem
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available

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