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Distance from East London to Coffee Bay

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

N East London → Coffee Bay
Road distance
263.7 km
163.8 mi • 142.3 nmi
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
16
Info Travel board
Travel time
3 hrs 48 min
Return: 7 hrs 37 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
3 hrs 48 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 R23.25 / litre
R441.38
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R443.46
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R491.68
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R495.67
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R582.37
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R585.13
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R648.75
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R654.01
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R766.28
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R769.90
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R853.62
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R860.54
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Fastest drive Direct drive estimate
3 hrs 48 min
Comfort drive Allows a short stop
4 hrs 3 min
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Route class Operational trip category
Local shared
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263.7 km 3 hrs 48 min
Start East London
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
    1.3 km
  5. Merge slight right onto Valley Road
    0.2 km
  6. Continue straight onto North East Expressway
    4.0 km
  7. Continue straight
    0.3 km
  8. Turn right towards N2
    0.5 km
  9. Merge slight right
    179.7 km
  10. Turn right
    0.6 km
  11. Turn slight left
    9.2 km
  12. Keep slight left at the fork
    10.5 km
  13. At the end of the road, turn left
    2.6 km
  14. Turn right
    1.9 km
  15. Turn right
    50.9 km
  16. You have arrived at your destination
    0.0 km
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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.
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Halfway point
131.9 km
Eastern Cape
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
Eastern Cape
Loc Route geography
Route geography
KuGompo City → King Sabata Dalindyebo Local Municipality
Eastern Cape
Start area Origin
KuGompo City, Eastern Cape
Destination area Arrival
King Sabata Dalindyebo Local Municipality, Eastern Cape
Road span Street reference
— • —
Post Postal reference
Postal reference
5220 • —
East London → Coffee Bay
East London Origin postcode
5220
Coffee Bay Destination postcode
Not available
Province span Route area
Eastern Cape
Set Nearby route set
Nearby route set
Gqeberha to East London
3 other similar routes
Gqeberha to East London Same province
25.1 km
East London to Mthatha Same province
85.1 km
Pretoria to Nelspruit Similar distance
12.7 km
Rev Related route set
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Coffee Bay → East London
East London ↔ Coffee Bay
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Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

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Origin East London -33.01916, 27.89986
Midpoint
131.9 km
Total: 263.7 km
Midpoint 131.9 km
263.7 km 3 hrs 48 min
Destination Coffee Bay -31.98520, 29.14697

Route sheet

Route class Intraprovincial corridor
Province span Eastern Cape
One-way road span 263.7 km
Return-cycle span 527.3 km
Traversal time 3 hrs 48 min
Maneuver count 16
Maneuver density 6.1 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 131.9 km

Coordinate frame

Start -33.01916, 27.89986
Midpoint -32.17070, 28.25518
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
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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 from Coffee Bay? +
East London is about 263.7 km from Coffee Bay by road.
How long does it take from East London to Coffee Bay? +
The drive usually takes about 3 hrs 48 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from East London to Coffee Bay in one day? +
Yes, for many drivers this can be done in one day.
Is taxi available from East London 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 to Coffee Bay? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R441.38 (R23.25 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R443.46 (R23.36 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R491.68 (R25.90 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R495.67 (R26.11 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from East London 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: 5220
Destination area
King Sabata Dalindyebo Local Municipality, Eastern Cape
Suburb: Coffee Bay
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available

Postal codes

East London
5220
Coffee Bay
Not available

Distance comparisons

Here are similar South African routes with a close travel distance, prioritised by the same province or matching province pair where possible.

Gqeberha to East London Same province
About 238.6 km Difference: 25.1 km
East London to Mthatha Same province
About 178.6 km Difference: 85.1 km
Pretoria to Nelspruit Similar distance
About 276.4 km Difference: 12.7 km
Johannesburg to Polokwane Similar distance
About 293.1 km Difference: 29.4 km
Durban to Richards Bay Similar distance
About 155.2 km Difference: 108.5 km

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