Distance from E42 to Graaff Reinet

N E42 → Graaff Reinet

Road distance

667.4 km

Highway dominant · M7 / N1

E42 to Graaff Reinet is a full long-distance road trip, covering about 667.4 km in roughly 8 hrs 10 min. It also crosses a provincial boundary.

Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference

588.8 km

Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio

1.13×

Navigation steps Instruction count in route set

Info Travel board

Travel time

8 hrs 10 min

End point

Joubert Street

Return: 16 hrs 21 min

Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration

490 min

Average velocity Distance over route runtime

81.6 km/h

Stop-adjusted ETA 4 planned rest stops

9 hrs 10 min

Fuel Service sign

Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km

93 Petrol R27.16 / litre

R1,305.07

95 Petrol R27.19 / litre

R1,306.51

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🧭 Route vector

Compass bearing

72° ENE

Forward azimuth heading

Return heading Reverse azimuth

252° WSW

Coordinate delta Lat / Lon shift

North-East

Start coords Origin point

-33.9955, 18.5611

End coords Destination point

-32.2535, 24.5336

Taxi Transport options

Shared taxi fare

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Long-distance caution

Route class Operational trip category

Long-distance

Operator type Service format

Minibus taxi

Weather 11 °C E42 Clear Sky View Forecast → 7 °C Graaff Reinet Clear Sky View Forecast →

Travel modes

E42 → Graaff Reinet

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Car

667.4 km

8 hrs 10 min

Road route

🏍️ Estimate

Two-wheeler

667.4 km

~10 hrs 16 min

65 km/h avg

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Places from E42 to Graaff Reinet

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Route

Route overview

Live map, directions, tolls and route services.

Map Directions Tolls Trip planning

Start E42

Finish Graaff Reinet

Map key

Start point

Destination

Driving route

Navigation sign

Turn-by-turn directions

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Directions from E42 to Graaff Reinet via N1

National highway N1
Directions from E42 to Graaff Reinet via M7

Metro arterial route M7
Start your journey

0.0 km
Turn left

0.1 km
Turn right onto Qabazi Drive

0.4 km
Turn right onto Steve Biko Drive

0.9 km
Turn right onto Govan Mbeki Road

0.8 km
Turn left onto Duinefontein Road

0.6 km
Take the ramp straight towards M7

0.6 km
Merge slight right onto Jakes Gerwel Drive

1.7 km
Turn left onto Cape Flats Freeway

6.3 km
Continue straight onto Kuils River Freeway

14.9 km
Keep slight right at the fork towards N1: Paarl

1.5 km
Merge slight right onto N1 Freeway

435.4 km
Turn right onto Voortrekker Street

147.9 km
Turn left

55.5 km
Turn left onto Middel Street

0.4 km
Turn right onto Cradock Street

0.2 km
Turn right onto Joubert Street

0.1 km
You have arrived at your destination

0.0 km

Navigation sign

Tolls on this route

Tolls found 4

Known total R163.50

Main toll road N1

This route includes 4 toll points from our database. The strongest toll-road match is N1.

Huguenot

Road: Road not linked yet

R54.50

Huguenot

Road: Road not linked yet

R54.50

Huguenot

Road: Road not linked yet

R54.50

Unnamed toll booth near Huguenot

Road: Near Huguenot / N1 corridor

R0.00

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Stop Stopover sign

Halfway point

333.4 km

Western Cape to Eastern Cape

Mid-route position Road corridor partition

50 / 50

Time partition Start / finish split

4 hrs 5 min • 4 hrs 5 min

Waypoint reference Nearest route marker

Western Cape to Eastern Cape

Vec Consumption & emissions

Consumption & emissions profile

48.1 L needed

Highly direct • 7.2 L/100km baseline

CO2 emitted Estimated tailpipe output

111.0 kg

Fuel mass Approximate tank weight

36.0 kg

Cost per km Based on 95 Petrol

R1.96

Directness index As-the-crow-flies ratio

88.2%

☀ Solar data

Daylight window at Graaff Reinet

07:20 – 17:23

Outside daylight hours

Solar noonHighest sun position

12:22

Total daylightUsable driving light

10 hrs 2 min

Light remainingUntil sunset

Expired

SunriseDawn break

07:20

Fin Tax & wear

Wear & SARS deduction

R2,789.63

Single trip SARS allowance

SARS rate R4.18/km fixed rate

R4.18/km

Tyre wear Estimated tread cost

R13.35

Service wear Oil & filter allocation

R133.48

Total trip wear Excludes fuel & tolls

R2,936.46

Nav Maneuver index

Navigation complexity

Moderate (6)

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

ZA-ATLAS

Origin E42 -33.99554, 18.56111

Midpoint

333.4 km

Total: 667.4 km

Midpoint 333.4 km

667.4 km 8 hrs 10 min

Destination Graaff Reinet End: Joubert Street -32.25354, 24.53365

Route sheet

Route class Interprovincial corridor

Province span Western Cape to Eastern Cape

One-way road span 667.4 km

Return-cycle span 1,334.8 km

Traversal time 8 hrs 10 min

Maneuver count 18

Maneuver density 2.7 /100 km

Midpoint chainage 333.4 km

Coordinate frame

Start -33.99554, 18.56111

Midpoint -33.08455, 21.57966

End -32.25354, 24.53365

Destination brief

Travelling to Graaff-Reinet

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

Signature Historic Karoo town

Standout Karoo streets and Valley of Desolation access

Best for Who this destination suits

Karoo stopover Historic town stay Valley of Desolation visit Eastern Cape inland base

Arrival What to expect on arrival

The town centre is compact, but many stays and farm options sit on the edges, so exact routing matters if you are arriving late or heading out early.

Local pulse

Graaff-Reinet Tourism is listing 2026 events such as Stoeptasting and Stage to Stoep, which adds a live cultural layer to the town beyond heritage alone.

Updated: 2026-04-08 · Source: Graaff-Reinet Tourism

Regional base Good base for nearby trips

Use Graaff-Reinet as a Karoo base for historic streets, museums, churches and the Valley of Desolation in Camdeboo National Park.

Destination facts Quick reference details

Graaff-Reinet Tourism positions the town around heritage, accommodation and activities

The Valley of Desolation is about 14 km from town according to local tourism information

SANParks describes the Valley of Desolation as a premier regional attraction

Route support

Route FAQ

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Questions 9

How far is E42 from Graaff Reinet? +

E42 is about 667.4 km from Graaff Reinet by road.

How long does it take from E42 to Graaff Reinet? +

The drive usually takes about 8 hrs 10 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.

Is it possible to drive from E42 to Graaff Reinet 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 E42 to Graaff Reinet? +

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 E42 to Graaff Reinet? +

Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R1,343.03 (R27.95 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R1,348.31 (R28.06 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R1,341.59 (R27.92 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R1,405.98 (R29.26 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.

Are there any tollgates from E42 to Graaff Reinet? +

Yes. There are 4 tollgates 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. This route crosses a provincial boundary. National roads appear in this route, so watch for toll signs and busier sections.

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Places from E42 to Graaff Reinet

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Bonjour

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OK Grocer

Quickshop

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Bonjour

Quickshop

The Bakery Graaff-Reinet

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Slater & Dutch Leather

Laer Volkskool

Afrikanis Rum

Shell

Drostdy Toyota

The Bakery Graaff-Reinet

Graaff-Reinet Advertiser

ABSA

Tops at Spar

Superspar

Green Monkey

Quickshop

PEP

LiquorShop Shoprite

Shoprite

Department of Home Affairs

GWM Graaff Reinet

Build it

Union High School

Union Preparatory School

Kroonvale Primary School

Nqweba Secondary School

Thembalesizwe Primary School

Spandau Public High School

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