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Distance from Gingindlovu to Bethlehem

Gingindlovu to Bethlehem is a full long-distance road trip, covering about 498.1 km in roughly 5 hrs 35 min.

N Gingindlovu → Bethlehem
Road distance
498.1 km
N3 N5
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
331.7 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
1.50×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
20
Info Travel board
Travel time
5 hrs 35 min
End point
Roux Street
Return: 10 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
335 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
89.1 km/h
Stop-adjusted ETA 2 planned rest stops
6 hrs 5 min
Fuel Service sign
Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R833.77
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R837.72
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R928.81
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R936.34
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R1,100.12
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R1,105.32
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R1,225.51
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R1,235.45
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R1,447.53
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R1,454.37
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R1,612.51
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R1,625.59
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🧭 Route vector
Compass bearing
285° WNW
Forward azimuth heading
Return heading Reverse azimuth
105° ESE
Coordinate delta Lat / Lon shift
North-East
Start coords Origin point
-29.0281, 31.5836
End coords Destination point
-28.2308, 28.3089
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Route class Operational trip category
Local shared
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Start, destination and route line.

498.1 km 5 hrs 35 min
Start Gingindlovu
Finish Bethlehem
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Start point
Destination
Driving route
Navigation sign

Turn-by-turn directions

↑
  1. Start your journey
    0.2 km
  2. Turn left
    0.3 km
  3. Turn right onto McCullum Street
    0.6 km
  4. At the end of the road, turn left onto Main Street
    0.2 km
  5. Turn left
    0.1 km
  6. Turn right
    6.0 km
  7. Take the ramp right
    0.7 km
  8. Merge slight right onto North Coast Toll Road
    84.3 km
  9. Continue straight onto Outer Ring Road
    24.3 km
  10. Take the exit ramp slight left towards N3: Pietermaritzburg
    0.2 km
  11. Keep slight right at the fork towards N3: Pietermaritzburg
    1.5 km
  12. Merge slight right
    15.3 km
  13. Keep slight right at the fork
    221.7 km
  14. Continue straight
    50.4 km
  15. Take the exit ramp slight left towards N5: Harrismith
    0.7 km
  16. Continue straight
    0.1 km
  17. Merge slight right towards N5: Harrismith
    90.2 km
  18. Continue left onto Eeufees Street
    1.0 km
  19. Turn right onto Roux Street
    0.4 km
  20. You have arrived at your destination
    0.0 km
Navigation sign

Tolls on this route

R
Tolls found 29
Known total R963.50
Main toll road N3
This route includes 29 toll points from our database. The strongest toll-road match is N3.
Mariannhill Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R16.50
Dokodweni
Road: Road not linked yet
R27.00
Tugela
Road: Road not linked yet
R100.00
Mvoti Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R18.50
Mariannhill Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R16.50
Mariannhill Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R16.50
Tugela
Road: Road not linked yet
R100.00
Mvoti Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R18.50
Mariannhill Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R16.50
Mooi
Road: Road not linked yet
R70.00
Treverton Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R21.00
Mooi Ramp Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R49.00
Treverton Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R21.00
oThongathi Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R15.50
oThongathi Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R15.50
oThongathi Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R15.50
oThongathi
Road: Road not linked yet
R7.50
oThongathi Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R15.50
oThongathi
Road: Road not linked yet
R7.50
Bergville
Road: Road not linked yet
R30.00
Bergville
Road: Road not linked yet
R30.00
Dokodweni Ramp Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R27.00
Mandini Ramp Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R10.00
Mandini
Road: Road not linked yet
R10.00
Mooi Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R70.00
Mooi Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R70.00
Mooi Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R70.00
Mooi Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R70.00
King Shaka Airport
Road: Road not linked yet
R8.50
Routes ↩ Bethlehem → Gingindlovu Gingindlovu to Johannesburg Gingindlovu to Pretoria Gingindlovu to Cape Town Gingindlovu to Durban Johannesburg to Bethlehem Pretoria to Bethlehem Cape Town to Bethlehem
Stop Stopover sign
Halfway point
249.2 km
Mid-route position Road corridor partition
50 / 50
Time partition Start / finish split
2 hrs 47 min • 2 hrs 47 min
Waypoint reference Nearest route marker
Mid-route reference
Vec Consumption & emissions
Consumption & emissions profile
35.9 L needed
Low efficiency • 7.2 L/100km baseline
CO2 emitted Estimated tailpipe output
82.8 kg
Fuel mass Approximate tank weight
26.9 kg
Cost per km Based on 95 Petrol
R1.68
Directness index As-the-crow-flies ratio
66.6%
☀ Solar data
Daylight window at Bethlehem
06:33 – 17:33
Outside daylight hours
Solar noonHighest sun position
Total daylightUsable driving light
10 hrs 59 min
Light remainingUntil sunset
16 hrs 57 min
SunriseDawn break
06:33
Fin Tax & wear
Wear & SARS deduction
R2,081.95
Single trip SARS allowance
SARS rate R4.18/km fixed rate
R4.18/km
Tyre wear Estimated tread cost
R9.96
Service wear Oil & filter allocation
R99.61
Total trip wear Excludes fuel & tolls
R2,191.52
Nav Maneuver index
Navigation complexity
Moderate (12)
Turn difficulty rating
Roundabouts Multi-path navigation
0
Lane merges Yield required
3
Complex forks Path selection
2
Highway exits Deceleration zones
2
Route atlas

Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

ZA-ATLAS
Origin Gingindlovu -29.02806, 31.58361
Midpoint
249.2 km
Total: 498.1 km
Midpoint 249.2 km
498.1 km 5 hrs 35 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 498.1 km
Return-cycle span 996.1 km
Traversal time 5 hrs 35 min
Maneuver count 20
Maneuver density 4.0 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 249.2 km

Coordinate frame

Start -29.02806, 31.58361
Midpoint -29.23504, 30.01085
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 Gingindlovu from Bethlehem? +
Gingindlovu is about 498.1 km from Bethlehem by road.
How long does it take from Gingindlovu to Bethlehem? +
The drive usually takes about 5 hrs 35 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from Gingindlovu to Bethlehem in one day? +
Yes, for many drivers this can be done in one day.
Is taxi available from Gingindlovu 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 Gingindlovu to Bethlehem? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R833.77 (R23.25 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R837.72 (R23.36 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R928.81 (R25.90 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R936.34 (R26.11 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from Gingindlovu to Bethlehem? +
Yes. There are 29 tollgates currently matched for this route.
What is the route verdict for this trip? +
Heavy long-distance trip: This is a serious road trip. Start early, plan rest stops, and consider whether an overnight stay makes more sense.
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. National roads appear in this route, so watch for toll signs and busier sections.
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Towns along the route

: Pietermaritzburg
From Gingindlovu To Bethlehem
Johannesburg
From Gingindlovu To Bethlehem
Durban
From Gingindlovu To Bethlehem
: Harrismith
From Gingindlovu To Bethlehem

Route Locations

Start area
Gingindlovu
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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