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Distance from Eric Way to Paarl

Eric Way to Paarl is a practical regional trip, covering about 63.1 km in roughly 48 min.

N Eric Way → Paarl
Road distance
63.1 km
39.2 mi • 34.1 nmi
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
52.7 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
1.20×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
18
Info Travel board
Travel time
48 min
Return: 1 hr 36 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
48 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
78.9 km/h
Stop-adjusted ETA 0 planned rest stops
48 min
Fuel Service sign
Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R105.62
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R106.12
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R117.66
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R118.62
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R139.36
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R140.02
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R155.25
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R156.51
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R183.37
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R184.24
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R204.28
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R205.93
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Fastest drive Direct drive estimate
48 min
Comfort drive Allows a short stop
1 hr 3 min
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Route class Operational trip category
Local shared
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63.1 km 48 min
Start Eric Way
Finish Paarl
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Turn-by-turn directions

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  1. Head on Eric Way
    0.2 km
  2. Turn left onto George Road
    0.3 km
  3. At the end of the road, turn left onto Old Strandfontein Road
    0.1 km
  4. Turn right onto Ottery Road
    1.6 km
  5. Turn right onto Varkens Vlei Road
    2.7 km
  6. At the end of the road, turn right onto Weltevreden Road
    1.3 km
  7. Turn left
    0.1 km
  8. Go straight
    0.2 km
  9. Turn right
    0.4 km
  10. At the end of the road, turn left onto Jakes Gerwel Drive
    0.4 km
  11. Turn right onto Cape Flats Freeway
    6.3 km
  12. Continue straight onto Kuils River Freeway
    14.9 km
  13. Keep slight right at the fork towards N1: Paarl
    1.5 km
  14. Merge slight right onto N1 Freeway
    27.6 km
  15. Take the exit ramp slight left towards R45: Franschhoek
    0.5 km
  16. Turn left onto Main Road
    4.9 km
  17. Turn right onto Lady Grey Street
    0.1 km
  18. You have arrived at your destination
    0.0 km
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Tolls found 0
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Main toll road N1
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Stop Stopover sign
Halfway point
31.5 km
Western Cape
Mid-route position Road corridor partition
50 / 50
Time partition Start / finish split
24 min • 24 min
Waypoint reference Nearest route marker
Western Cape
Loc Route geography
Route geography
Eric Way → Paarl
Western Cape
Start area Origin
Eric Way, Western Cape
Destination area Arrival
Paarl, Western Cape
Road span Street reference
— • —
Post Postal reference
Postal reference
— • —
Eric Way → Paarl
Eric Way Origin postcode
Not available
Paarl Destination postcode
Not available
Province span Route area
Western Cape
Set Nearby route set
Nearby route set
Cape Town to Paarl
3 other similar routes
Cape Town to Paarl Same province
9.1 km
20.8 km
22.9 km
Rev Related route set
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Paarl → Eric Way
Eric Way ↔ Paarl
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Route atlas

Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

ZA-ATLAS
Origin Eric Way -34.02658, 18.51821
Midpoint
31.5 km
Total: 63.1 km
Midpoint 31.5 km
63.1 km 48 min
Destination Paarl -33.73103, 18.96421

Route sheet

Route class Intraprovincial corridor
Province span Western Cape
One-way road span 63.1 km
Return-cycle span 126.2 km
Traversal time 48 min
Maneuver count 18
Maneuver density 28.5 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 31.5 km

Coordinate frame

Start -34.02658, 18.51821
Midpoint -33.85913, 18.69349
End -33.73103, 18.96421
Destination services

Available in Paarl

Useful places near your destination, from everyday essentials to local stops that can help you settle in faster when you arrive.

Service groups 4
Schools Clothing stores Fuel stations and garages Supermarkets
Nearby category Schools Top 6 nearby matches around Paarl
6
Nearby category Clothing stores Top 1 nearby match around Paarl
1
  • PEP
    Cape Town, 7646, Western Cape
Nearby category Fuel stations and garages Top 2 nearby matches around Paarl
2
Nearby category Supermarkets Top 6 nearby matches around Paarl
6
Destination brief

Travelling to Paarl

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

Signature Cape Winelands town
Standout Wine farms, country hospitality and conference stays
Paarl offers a broader Winelands mix than a simple tasting stop, with estate travel, countryside scenery, conference use and a more spread-out stay pattern than compact village destinations.
Best for Who this destination suits
Winelands base Conference stay Country hospitality Food and wine trip
Arrival What to expect on arrival
The town centre, estates, wedding venues and countryside stays each produce different final drives, so the exact property matters.
Regional base Good base for nearby trips
Use Paarl as a base for Cape Winelands touring, estate visits, conferences and slower countryside stays close to Cape Town.
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Questions 8
How far is Eric Way from Paarl? +
Eric Way is about 63.1 km from Paarl by road.
How long does it take from Eric Way to Paarl? +
The drive usually takes about 48 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from Eric Way to Paarl in one day? +
Yes, for many drivers this can be done in one day.
Is taxi available from Eric Way to Paarl? +
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 Eric Way to Paarl? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R105.62 (R23.25 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R106.12 (R23.36 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R117.66 (R25.90 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R118.62 (R26.11 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from Eric Way to Paarl? +
No tollgates are currently matched for this route.
What is the route verdict for this trip? +
Practical regional trip: This route is very manageable in one day and usually works well as a same-day return.
Is there a road note for this route? +
This is a regional road trip that can usually work as a same-day return. National roads appear in this route, so watch for toll signs and busier sections.
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Towns along the route

: Paarl
From Eric Way To Paarl
Worcester
From Eric Way To Paarl
: Franschhoek
From Eric Way To Paarl

Route Locations

Start area
Eric Way, Western Cape
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available
Destination area
Paarl, Western Cape
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: 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.

Cape Town to Paarl Same province
About 54.0 km Difference: 9.1 km
Cape Town to Somerset West Same province
About 42.3 km Difference: 20.8 km
Cape Town to Stellenbosch Same province
About 40.2 km Difference: 22.9 km
Cape Town to Hermanus Same province
About 92.6 km Difference: 29.5 km
Cape Town to Worcester Same province
About 99.6 km Difference: 36.5 km

Reverse route and related trips

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