Distance from Coimbra to Knysna

N Coimbra → Knysna

Road distance

487.0 km

Highway dominant · N2 / N7

Coimbra to Knysna is a full long-distance road trip, covering about 487.0 km in roughly 5 hrs 53 min.

Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference

415.5 km

Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio

1.17×

Navigation steps Instruction count in route set

Info Travel board

Travel time

5 hrs 53 min

Start point

Coimbra

Return: 11 hrs 47 min

Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration

353 min

Average velocity Distance over route runtime

82.6 km/h

Stop-adjusted ETA 2 planned rest stops

6 hrs 23 min

Fuel Service sign

Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km

93 Petrol R26.52 / litre

R929.94

95 Petrol R26.63 / litre

R933.79

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🧭 Route vector

Compass bearing

94° E

Forward azimuth heading

Return heading Reverse azimuth

274° W

Coordinate delta Lat / Lon shift

South-West

Start coords Origin point

-33.8748, 18.5474

End coords Destination point

-34.0357, 23.0485

Taxi Local commuter

Taxi fare estimate

Check local taxi rank

Long-distance caution

Route class Operational trip category

Local shared

Weather 13 °C Coimbra Fog View Forecast → 14 °C Knysna Partly Cloudy View Forecast →

Travel modes

Coimbra → Knysna

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Car

487.0 km

5 hrs 53 min

Road route

🏍️ Estimate

Two-wheeler

487.0 km

~7 hrs 29 min

65 km/h avg

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Route

Route overview

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Map Directions Tolls Trip planning

Start Coimbra

Finish Knysna

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Start point

Destination

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Turn-by-turn directions

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Directions from Coimbra to Knysna via N7 and N2

National highway route N7 N2

Head on Coimbra

0.0 km
Turn left onto Vondel Road

0.1 km
At the end of the road, turn left onto Wimbledon Way

0.2 km
Turn right onto Twickenham Way

0.1 km
At the end of the road, turn left onto Louis Thibault Drive

0.7 km
Turn right onto Edgemead Drive

0.7 km
Turn left onto Bosmansdam Road

0.2 km
Take the ramp slight left towards N7: Goodwood

0.6 km
Merge slight right

1.0 km
Continue straight onto Jakes Gerwel Drive

7.6 km
Take the exit ramp slight left towards N2: Cape Town International Airport

0.9 km
Merge slight right onto Settlers Way

367.6 km
Take the exit ramp straight towards N2: George

0.9 km
Continue straight

50.9 km
Keep slight right at the fork towards N2: Knysna

1.2 km
Continue straight

0.6 km
At the roundabout, take the 2nd exit

0.0 km
Continue

10.6 km
At the roundabout, take the 2nd exit

0.0 km
Continue

5.8 km
Continue straight

0.3 km
Continue straight

1.9 km
Continue straight

35.1 km
You have arrived at your destination

0.0 km

Navigation sign

Tolls on this route

Tolls found 0

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Main toll road N2 - North Coast Toll Road

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.

N2 - North Coast Toll Road N2 - North Coast Toll Road N2 - North Coast Toll Road N2 - North Coast Toll Road

Routes ↩ Knysna → Coimbra Coimbra to Johannesburg Coimbra to Pretoria Coimbra to Cape Town Coimbra to Durban Johannesburg to Knysna Pretoria to Knysna Cape Town to Knysna

Stop Stopover sign

Halfway point

243.2 km

Western Cape

Mid-route position Road corridor partition

50 / 50

Time partition Start / finish split

2 hrs 56 min • 2 hrs 56 min

Waypoint reference Nearest route marker

Western Cape

Vec Consumption & emissions

Consumption & emissions profile

35.1 L needed

Highly direct • 7.2 L/100km baseline

CO2 emitted Estimated tailpipe output

81.0 kg

Fuel mass Approximate tank weight

26.3 kg

Cost per km Based on 95 Petrol

R1.92

Directness index As-the-crow-flies ratio

85.3%

☀ Solar data

Daylight window at Knysna

07:20 – 17:28

Outside daylight hours

Solar noonHighest sun position

Total daylightUsable driving light

10 hrs 8 min

Light remainingUntil sunset

15 hrs 58 min

SunriseDawn break

07:20

Fin Tax & wear

Wear & SARS deduction

R2,035.74

Single trip SARS allowance

SARS rate R4.18/km fixed rate

R4.18/km

Tyre wear Estimated tread cost

R9.74

Service wear Oil & filter allocation

R97.40

Total trip wear Excludes fuel & tolls

R2,142.89

Nav Maneuver index

Navigation complexity

High (18)

Turn difficulty rating

Roundabouts Multi-path navigation

Lane merges Yield required

Complex forks Path selection

Highway exits Deceleration zones

Route atlas

Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

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Origin Coimbra Start: Coimbra -33.87482, 18.54744

Midpoint

243.2 km

Total: 487.0 km

Midpoint 243.2 km

487.0 km 5 hrs 53 min

Destination Knysna -34.03573, 23.04849

Route sheet

Route class Intraprovincial corridor

Province span Western Cape

One-way road span 487.0 km

Return-cycle span 974.0 km

Traversal time 5 hrs 53 min

Maneuver count 24

Maneuver density 4.9 /100 km

Midpoint chainage 243.2 km

Coordinate frame

Start -33.87482, 18.54744

Midpoint -34.09028, 20.70694

End -34.03573, 23.04849

Destination brief

Travelling to Knysna

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

Signature Lagoon and forests

Standout

Knysna stands out for its estuary, indigenous forests and the dramatic Knysna Heads, giving it a stronger natural identity than a simple Garden Route stop.

Best for Who this destination suits

Garden Route base Lagoon views Food weekend Forest and beach mix

Arrival What to expect on arrival

The final stop matters. A stay near the lagoon, Leisure Isle, the Heads or the forest side can feel like very different versions of Knysna.

Regional base Good base for nearby trips

Use Knysna as a Garden Route base for lagoon town time, forest drives, nearby beaches and short hops to Plettenberg Bay, Sedgefield and Wilderness.

Destination facts Quick reference details

Garden Route destination

Known for the Knysna Heads and estuary

Surrounded by indigenous forest and coastline

Route support

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Questions 9

How far is Coimbra from Knysna? +

Coimbra is about 487.0 km from Knysna by road.

How long does it take from Coimbra to Knysna? +

The drive usually takes about 5 hrs 53 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.

Is it possible to drive from Coimbra to Knysna in one day? +

Yes, for many drivers this can be done in one day.

Is taxi available from Coimbra to Knysna? +

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 Coimbra to Knysna? +

Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R929.94 (R26.52 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R933.79 (R26.63 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R1,132.61 (R32.30 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R1,139.63 (R32.50 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.

Are there any tollgates from Coimbra to Knysna? +

No tollgates are currently matched for this route.

What is the route verdict for this trip? +

Heavy long-distance trip: This is a serious road trip. Start early, plan rest stops, and consider whether an overnight stay makes more sense.

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

Wimbledon Way

From Coimbra To Knysna

Twickenham Way

From Coimbra To Knysna

: Goodwood

From Coimbra To Knysna

: Cape Town International Airport

From Coimbra To Knysna

Somerset

From Coimbra To Knysna

Settlers Way

From Coimbra To Knysna

: George

From Coimbra To Knysna

Port Elizabeth

From Coimbra To Knysna

: Knysna

From Coimbra To Knysna

Route Locations

Start area

Coimbra, Western Cape

Suburb: Not available

Road: Not available

Postal code: Not available

Destination area

Knysna, Western Cape

Suburb: Not available

Road: Not available

Postal code: Not available

Distance comparisons

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About 92.6 km Difference: 394.4 km

Gqeberha to East London Similar distance

About 238.6 km Difference: 248.4 km

George to Knysna Same province

About 54.5 km Difference: 432.5 km

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Places from Coimbra to Knysna

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Hyundai Knysna (Hoopers)

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