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Distance from Colmar to George

Colmar to George is a solid inter-town journey, covering about 318.4 km in roughly 4 hrs 4 min. It also crosses a provincial boundary.

N Colmar → George
Road distance
318.4 km
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
280.7 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
1.13×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
29
Info Travel board
Travel time
4 hrs 4 min
Start point
Colmar Road
End point
Hibernia Street
Return: 9 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
244 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
78.1 km/h
Stop-adjusted ETA 2 planned rest stops
4 hrs 34 min
Fuel Service sign
Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R533.00
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R535.53
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R593.75
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R598.57
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R703.27
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R706.60
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R783.43
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R789.78
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R925.35
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R929.73
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R1,030.82
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R1,039.18
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🧭 Route vector
Compass bearing
270° W
Forward azimuth heading
Return heading Reverse azimuth
90° E
Coordinate delta Lat / Lon shift
North-East
Start coords Origin point
-33.9755, 25.5030
End coords Destination point
-33.9597, 22.4587
Taxi Local commuter
Taxi fare estimate
Check local taxi rank
Long-distance caution
Route class Operational trip category
Local shared
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Start, destination and route line.

318.4 km 4 hrs 4 min
Start Colmar
Finish George
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Start point
Destination
Driving route
Navigation sign

Turn-by-turn directions

↑
  1. Head on Colmar Road
    0.0 km
  2. Turn right onto Courcelles Road
    0.3 km
  3. Turn right onto Longwy Road
    0.5 km
  4. Continue straight onto Verdun Road
    0.6 km
  5. At the end of the road, turn right onto Kragga Kamma Road
    1.4 km
  6. Turn left onto Kabega Road
    1.2 km
  7. Continue straight onto Frikkie Kotze Drive
    0.4 km
  8. Turn slight left
    0.0 km
  9. Go straight onto Samantha Way
    0.3 km
  10. Take the ramp slight left
    0.5 km
  11. Merge slight left
    186.5 km
  12. Continue straight
    32.7 km
  13. At the roundabout, take the 1st exit
    0.0 km
  14. Continue
    1.7 km
  15. At the roundabout, take the 2nd exit
    0.0 km
  16. Continue
    4.0 km
  17. Continue straight
    63.9 km
  18. Continue straight
    0.3 km
  19. Continue straight
    5.8 km
  20. At the roundabout, take the 2nd exit
    0.0 km
  21. Continue
    3.4 km
  22. Continue straight
    7.2 km
  23. At the roundabout, take the 2nd exit
    0.0 km
  24. Continue
    0.5 km
  25. Continue straight onto Knysna Street
    5.1 km
  26. Continue straight onto Courtenay Street
    0.3 km
  27. Turn left onto Memoriam Street
    0.5 km
  28. Turn right onto Hibernia Street
    1.0 km
  29. You have arrived at your destination
    0.0 km
Navigation sign

Tolls on this route

R
Tolls found 3
Known total R219.00
Main toll road Not found
This route includes 3 toll points from our database.
Tsitsikamma
Road: Road not linked yet
R73.00
Tsitsikamma
Road: Road not linked yet
R73.00
Tsitsikamma
Road: Road not linked yet
R73.00
Routes ↩ George → Colmar Colmar to Johannesburg Colmar to Pretoria Colmar to Cape Town Colmar to Durban Johannesburg to George Pretoria to George Cape Town to George
Stop Stopover sign
Halfway point
159.0 km
Eastern Cape to Western Cape
Mid-route position Road corridor partition
50 / 50
Time partition Start / finish split
2 hrs 2 min • 2 hrs 2 min
Waypoint reference Nearest route marker
Eastern Cape to Western Cape
Vec Consumption & emissions
Consumption & emissions profile
22.9 L needed
Highly direct • 7.2 L/100km baseline
CO2 emitted Estimated tailpipe output
53.0 kg
Fuel mass Approximate tank weight
17.2 kg
Cost per km Based on 95 Petrol
R1.68
Directness index As-the-crow-flies ratio
88.2%
☀ Solar data
Daylight window at George
07:05 – 17:48
Active daylight
Solar noonHighest sun position
Total daylightUsable driving light
10 hrs 42 min
Light remainingUntil sunset
5 hrs 14 min
SunriseDawn break
07:05
Fin Tax & wear
Wear & SARS deduction
R1,330.92
Single trip SARS allowance
SARS rate R4.18/km fixed rate
R4.18/km
Tyre wear Estimated tread cost
R6.37
Service wear Oil & filter allocation
R63.68
Total trip wear Excludes fuel & tolls
R1,400.97
Nav Maneuver index
Navigation complexity
High (22)
Turn difficulty rating
Roundabouts Multi-path navigation
4
Lane merges Yield required
1
Complex forks Path selection
0
Highway exits Deceleration zones
4
Route atlas

Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

ZA-ATLAS
Origin Colmar Start: Colmar Road -33.97547, 25.50305
Midpoint
159.0 km
Total: 318.4 km
Midpoint 159.0 km
318.4 km 4 hrs 4 min
Destination George End: Hibernia Street -33.95972, 22.45871

Route sheet

Route class Interprovincial corridor
Province span Eastern Cape to Western Cape
One-way road span 318.4 km
Return-cycle span 636.8 km
Traversal time 4 hrs 4 min
Maneuver count 29
Maneuver density 9.1 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 159.0 km

Coordinate frame

Start -33.97547, 25.50305
Midpoint -33.97553, 23.96280
End -33.95972, 22.45871
Destination services

Available in George

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 3 nearby matches around George
3
Nearby category Banks Top 2 nearby matches around George
2
  • Nedbank
    106 York Street, George
  • FNB
    97 York Street, George, 6530
Nearby category Supermarkets Top 6 nearby matches around George
6
Destination brief

Travelling to George

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

Signature Garden Route hub
Standout Business hub with beaches, forest and mountain access
George holds a different role from many coastal holiday towns because it combines Garden Route business importance with fast access to beaches, mountains, forests and golf travel.
Best for Who this destination suits
Garden Route base Golf trip Business and leisure mix Airport-side stay
Arrival What to expect on arrival
The route can end in central George, the airport side, Herolds Bay, Wilderness or a nearby inland stay, and those arrivals do not feel the same.
Regional base Good base for nearby trips
Use George as a central Garden Route base for airport access, golf, coastal links and onward drives to Wilderness, Knysna and Oudtshoorn direction.
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Route FAQ

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Questions 9
How far is Colmar from George? +
Colmar is about 318.4 km from George by road.
How long does it take from Colmar to George? +
The drive usually takes about 4 hrs 4 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from Colmar to George in one day? +
Yes, for many drivers this can be done in one day.
Is taxi available from Colmar to George? +
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 Colmar to George? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R533.00 (R23.25 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R535.53 (R23.36 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R593.75 (R25.90 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R598.57 (R26.11 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from Colmar to George? +
Yes. There are 3 tollgates 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. This route crosses a provincial boundary. This route looks more local or regional, but always check signs and road conditions on the day.
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Towns along the route

Samantha Way
From Colmar To George
: George
From Colmar To George

Route Locations

Start area
Colmar, Eastern Cape
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available
Destination area
George, Western Cape
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available

Distance comparisons

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