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Distance from Fauna N9 to Bethlehem

Fauna N9 to Bethlehem is a solid inter-town journey, covering about 257.0 km in roughly 2 hrs 55 min.

N Fauna N9 → Bethlehem
Road distance
257.0 km
N1 N5
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
231.6 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
1.11×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
11
Info Travel board
Travel time
2 hrs 55 min
Start point
Lechwe Avenue
End point
Roux Street
Return: 50 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
175 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
87.9 km/h
Stop-adjusted ETA 1 planned rest stop
3 hrs 10 min
Fuel Service sign
Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km
93 Petrol R26.52 / litre
R490.75
95 Petrol R26.63 / litre
R492.78
Diesel 500ppm R32.30 / litre
R597.71
Diesel 50ppm R32.50 / litre
R601.41
93 Petrol R26.52 / litre
R647.52
95 Petrol R26.63 / litre
R650.20
Diesel 500ppm R32.30 / litre
R788.64
Diesel 50ppm R32.50 / litre
R793.52
93 Petrol R26.52 / litre
R852.00
95 Petrol R26.63 / litre
R855.53
Diesel 500ppm R32.30 / litre
R1,037.69
Diesel 50ppm R32.50 / litre
R1,044.11
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🧭 Route vector
Compass bearing
64° ENE
Forward azimuth heading
Return heading Reverse azimuth
244° WSW
Coordinate delta Lat / Lon shift
North-East
Start coords Origin point
-29.1678, 26.1881
End coords Destination point
-28.2308, 28.3089
Taxi Local commuter
Taxi fare estimate
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Long-distance caution
Route class Operational trip category
Local shared
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Start, destination and route line.

257.0 km 2 hrs 55 min
Start Fauna N9
Finish Bethlehem
Map key
Start point
Destination
Driving route
Navigation sign

Turn-by-turn directions

↑
  1. Head on Lechwe Avenue
    0.7 km
  2. Turn slight left
    0.1 km
  3. Go straight onto Vereeniging Drive
    0.7 km
  4. Turn left onto Curie Avenue
    1.3 km
  5. Turn right towards N1: Kroonstad
    0.5 km
  6. Merge slight right onto Western Bypass
    116.0 km
  7. Take the exit ramp slight left towards N5
    0.6 km
  8. Turn right
    66.5 km
  9. Continue straight
    70.4 km
  10. Turn left onto Roux Street
    0.2 km
  11. You have arrived at your destination
    0.0 km
Navigation sign

Tolls on this route

R
Tolls found 1
Known total R78.50
Main toll road N1
This route includes 1 toll point from our database. The strongest toll-road match is N1.
Verkeerdevlei
Road: Road not linked yet
R78.50
Routes ↩ Bethlehem → Fauna N9 Fauna N9 to Johannesburg Fauna N9 to Pretoria Fauna N9 to Cape Town Fauna N9 to Durban Johannesburg to Bethlehem Pretoria to Bethlehem Cape Town to Bethlehem
Stop Stopover sign
Halfway point
128.4 km
Mid-route position Road corridor partition
50 / 50
Time partition Start / finish split
1 hr 27 min • 1 hr 27 min
Waypoint reference Nearest route marker
Mid-route reference
Vec Consumption & emissions
Consumption & emissions profile
18.5 L needed
Highly direct • 7.2 L/100km baseline
CO2 emitted Estimated tailpipe output
42.7 kg
Fuel mass Approximate tank weight
13.9 kg
Cost per km Based on 95 Petrol
R1.92
Directness index As-the-crow-flies ratio
90.1%
☀ Solar data
Daylight window at Bethlehem
06:38 – 17:27
Active daylight
Solar noonHighest sun position
Total daylightUsable driving light
10 hrs 49 min
Light remainingUntil sunset
4 hrs 1 min
SunriseDawn break
06:38
Fin Tax & wear
Wear & SARS deduction
R1,074.31
Single trip SARS allowance
SARS rate R4.18/km fixed rate
R4.18/km
Tyre wear Estimated tread cost
R5.14
Service wear Oil & filter allocation
R51.40
Total trip wear Excludes fuel & tolls
R1,130.85
Nav Maneuver index
Navigation complexity
Low (3)
Turn difficulty rating
Roundabouts Multi-path navigation
0
Lane merges Yield required
1
Complex forks Path selection
0
Highway exits Deceleration zones
1
Route atlas

Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

ZA-ATLAS
Origin Fauna N9 Start: Lechwe Avenue -29.16778, 26.18806
Midpoint
128.4 km
Total: 257.0 km
Midpoint 128.4 km
257.0 km 2 hrs 55 min
Destination Bethlehem End: Roux Street -28.23083, 28.30889

Route sheet

Route class Resolved South Africa route
Province span South Africa
One-way road span 257.0 km
Return-cycle span 514.0 km
Traversal time 2 hrs 55 min
Maneuver count 11
Maneuver density 4.3 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 128.4 km

Coordinate frame

Start -29.16778, 26.18806
Midpoint -28.50151, 27.08044
End -28.23083, 28.30889
Destination services

Available in Bethlehem

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

Service groups 5
Schools Clothing stores Fuel stations and garages Supermarkets Shopping malls
Nearby category Schools Top 2 nearby matches around Bethlehem
2
Nearby category Clothing stores Top 6 nearby matches around Bethlehem
6
  • JetMart
    17 Muller Street, Bethlehem, 9700
  • Edgars
    Muller Street, Bethlehem, 9700
  • Ackermans
    Muller Street, Bethlehem, 9700
  • Trendy Shoes
    Muller Street, Bethlehem, 9700
  • Markham
    Muller Street, Bethlehem, 9700
  • Ideals
    Muller Street, Bethlehem, 9700
Nearby category Fuel stations and garages Top 2 nearby matches around Bethlehem
2
Nearby category Supermarkets Top 6 nearby matches around Bethlehem
6
Nearby category Shopping malls Top 4 nearby matches around Bethlehem
4
Destination brief

Travelling to Bethlehem

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

Signature Eastern Free State commercial town
Standout Working town with mountain-country access
Best for Who this destination suits
Regional base Working stopover Eastern Free State stay Mountain-country access
Arrival What to expect on arrival
Business addresses, shopping corridors and out-of-town lodges can produce different final drives, so specific routing is more useful than a town-only destination.
Regional base Good base for nearby trips
Use Bethlehem as an Eastern Free State base for practical overnights, regional business and onward drives toward Clarens and the Maluti side.
Destination facts Quick reference details
Regional tourism information describes Bethlehem as the commercial centre of the region
It supports shopping, local products and overnight services
The town works well as a practical staging point in the eastern Free State
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Route FAQ

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Questions 9
How far is Fauna N9 from Bethlehem? +
Fauna N9 is about 257.0 km from Bethlehem by road.
How long does it take from Fauna N9 to Bethlehem? +
The drive usually takes about 2 hrs 55 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from Fauna N9 to Bethlehem in one day? +
Yes, for many drivers this can be done in one day.
Is taxi available from Fauna N9 to Bethlehem? +
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 Fauna N9 to Bethlehem? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R490.75 (R26.52 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R492.78 (R26.63 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R597.71 (R32.30 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R601.41 (R32.50 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from Fauna N9 to Bethlehem? +
Yes. There is 1 tollgate 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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Towns along the route

: Kroonstad
From Fauna N9 To Bethlehem
Western Bypass
From Fauna N9 To Bethlehem
: Senekal
From Fauna N9 To Bethlehem
Theunissen
From Fauna N9 To Bethlehem

Route Locations

Start area
Fauna N9, Free State
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available
Destination area
Bethlehem
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available

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