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Distance from East London R411 to Coffee Bay

East London R411 to Coffee Bay is a solid inter-town journey, covering about 263.7 km in roughly 3 hrs 48 min.

N East London R411 → Coffee Bay
Road distance
263.7 km
N2
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
164.0 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
1.61×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
17
Info Travel board
Travel time
3 hrs 48 min
Return: 7 hrs 38 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
228 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
69.2 km/h
Stop-adjusted ETA 1 planned rest stop
4 hrs 3 min
Fuel Service sign
Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km
93 Petrol R26.52 / litre
R503.45
95 Petrol R26.63 / litre
R505.53
Diesel 500ppm R32.30 / litre
R613.17
Diesel 50ppm R32.50 / litre
R616.97
93 Petrol R26.52 / litre
R664.27
95 Petrol R26.63 / litre
R667.03
Diesel 500ppm R32.30 / litre
R809.05
Diesel 50ppm R32.50 / litre
R814.06
93 Petrol R26.52 / litre
R874.04
95 Petrol R26.63 / litre
R877.66
Diesel 500ppm R32.30 / litre
R1,064.54
Diesel 50ppm R32.50 / litre
R1,071.13
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🧭 Route vector
Compass bearing
46° NE
Forward azimuth heading
Return heading Reverse azimuth
226° SW
Coordinate delta Lat / Lon shift
North-East
Start coords Origin point
-33.0192, 27.8999
End coords Destination point
-31.9852, 29.1470
Taxi Local commuter
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Long-distance caution
Route class Operational trip category
Local shared
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263.7 km 229 min
Start East London R411
Finish Coffee Bay
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Turn-by-turn directions

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  1. Start your journey
    0.4 km
  2. Continue straight onto Terminus Street
    0.3 km
  3. Turn left onto Oxford Street
    1.4 km
  4. Turn right onto Saint Peters Road
    1.2 km
  5. Take the ramp straight
    0.1 km
  6. Merge slight right onto Valley Road
    0.1 km
  7. Continue straight onto North East Expressway
    4.1 km
  8. Continue straight
    0.3 km
  9. Turn right towards N2
    0.5 km
  10. Merge slight right
    179.7 km
  11. Turn right
    0.6 km
  12. Turn slight left
    9.2 km
  13. Keep slight left at the fork
    10.5 km
  14. At the end of the road, turn left
    2.6 km
  15. Turn right
    1.9 km
  16. Turn right
    50.9 km
  17. 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 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 ↩ Coffee Bay → East London R411 East London R411 to Johannesburg East London R411 to Pretoria East London R411 to Cape Town East London R411 to Durban Johannesburg to Coffee Bay Pretoria to Coffee Bay Cape Town to Coffee Bay
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Halfway point
131.9 km
Mid-route position Road corridor partition
50 / 50
Time partition Start / finish split
1 hr 54 min • 1 hr 54 min
Waypoint reference Nearest route marker
Mid-route reference
Vec Consumption & emissions
Consumption & emissions profile
19.0 L needed
Low efficiency • 7.2 L/100km baseline
CO2 emitted Estimated tailpipe output
43.9 kg
Fuel mass Approximate tank weight
14.2 kg
Cost per km Based on 95 Petrol
R1.92
Directness index As-the-crow-flies ratio
62.2%
☀ Solar data
Daylight window at Coffee Bay
06:40 – 17:18
Active daylight
Solar noonHighest sun position
Total daylightUsable driving light
10 hrs 38 min
Light remainingUntil sunset
38 min
SunriseDawn break
06:40
Fin Tax & wear
Wear & SARS deduction
R1,102.11
Single trip SARS allowance
SARS rate R4.18/km fixed rate
R4.18/km
Tyre wear Estimated tread cost
R5.27
Service wear Oil & filter allocation
R52.73
Total trip wear Excludes fuel & tolls
R1,160.11
Nav Maneuver index
Navigation complexity
Moderate (6)
Turn difficulty rating
Roundabouts Multi-path navigation
0
Lane merges Yield required
2
Complex forks Path selection
1
Highway exits Deceleration zones
0
Route atlas

Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

ZA-ATLAS
Origin East London R411 -33.01916, 27.89986
Midpoint
131.9 km
Total: 263.7 km
Midpoint 131.9 km
263.7 km 229 min
Destination Coffee Bay -31.98520, 29.14697

Route sheet

Route class Resolved South Africa route
Province span South Africa
One-way road span 263.7 km
Return-cycle span 527.4 km
Traversal time 229 min
Maneuver count 17
Maneuver density 6.4 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 131.9 km

Coordinate frame

Start -33.01916, 27.89986
Midpoint -32.17069, 28.25519
End -31.98520, 29.14697
Destination services

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Service groups 1
Schools
Nearby category Schools Top 1 nearby match around Coffee Bay
1
Destination brief

Travelling to Coffee Bay

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

Signature Wild Coast escape
Standout Wild Coast scenery and a more remote rhythm
Coffee Bay is valued for its Wild Coast setting rather than urban convenience, with coastline, hikes and the wider Hole in the Wall area shaping the trip more than town amenities do.
Best for Who this destination suits
Wild Coast break Remote beach escape Hiking and views Off-grid time
Arrival What to expect on arrival
This is a practical arrival as much as a scenic one. Fuel, cash and supplies should be sorted before the final stretch because Coffee Bay is small and lightly serviced.
Regional base Good base for nearby trips
Use Coffee Bay for Wild Coast scenery, beach time, cliff walks and access to the broader Hole in the Wall area.
Destination facts Quick reference details
Coffee Bay is a small settlement on the Wild Coast
South African tourism material highlights Hole in the Wall and cliffside scenery in the area
The destination has limited town infrastructure compared with larger coastal centres
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Questions 9
How far is East London R411 from Coffee Bay? +
East London R411 is about 263.7 km from Coffee Bay by road.
How long does it take from East London R411 to Coffee Bay? +
The drive usually takes about 229 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from East London R411 to Coffee Bay in one day? +
Yes, for many drivers this can be done in one day.
Is taxi available from East London R411 to Coffee Bay? +
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 East London R411 to Coffee Bay? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R503.45 (R26.52 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R505.53 (R26.63 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R613.17 (R32.30 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R616.97 (R32.50 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from East London R411 to Coffee Bay? +
No tollgates are 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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Route Locations

Start area
KuGompo City, Eastern Cape
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: 5201
Destination area
Coffee Bay
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available

Postal codes

East London R411
5201
Coffee Bay
Not available

Distance comparisons

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