Distance from Gqeberha N3 N2 to Cape Town

N Gqeberha N3 N2 → Cape Town

Road distance

764.3 km

Metro routes · M1 / M3 / M4 / N2

Gqeberha N3 N2 to Cape Town is a full long-distance road trip, covering about 764.3 km in roughly 9 hrs 4 min.

Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference

664.9 km

Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio

1.15×

Navigation steps Instruction count in route set

Info Travel board

Travel time

9 hrs 4 min

End point

Gallery Lane

Return: 18 hrs 8 min

Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration

544 min

Average velocity Distance over route runtime

84.3 km/h

Stop-adjusted ETA 4 planned rest stops

10 hrs 4 min

Fuel Service sign

Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km

93 Petrol R27.95 / litre

R1,538.13

95 Petrol R28.06 / litre

R1,544.18

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🧭 Route vector

Compass bearing

268° W

Forward azimuth heading

Return heading Reverse azimuth

88° E

Coordinate delta Lat / Lon shift

South-West

Start coords Origin point

-33.8863, 25.6228

End coords Destination point

-33.9288, 18.4172

Taxi Transport options

Shared taxi fare

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Long-distance caution

Route class Operational trip category

Long-distance

Operator type Service format

Minibus taxi

Weather 14 °C Gqeberha N3 N2 Fair View Forecast → 9 °C Cape Town Fog View Forecast →

Travel modes

Gqeberha N3 N2 → Cape Town

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Car

764.3 km

9 hrs 4 min

Road route

🏍️ Estimate

Two-wheeler

764.3 km

~11 hrs 45 min

65 km/h avg

✈ PLZ → CPT (1 hr 17 min)
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Hotel Near Cape Town

Victoria & Alfred Hotel

PierHead, V&A Complex, Dock Rd, Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, V&A Waterfront, Cape Town, Western Cape, 8001 665 km from start

"Victoria & Alfred Hotel is one of those Cape Town hotels where the location does…"

B 665 km from start

Hotel

Hotel Near Cape Town

City Lodge Hotel V&A Waterfront

47 Alfred Street, Cape Town City Centre, V&A Waterfront, Cape Town, Western Cape, 8000 665 km from start

"City Lodge Hotel V&A Waterfront is a well-located Cape Town option for traveller…"

B 665 km from start

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Route

Route overview

Live map, directions, tolls and route services.

Map Directions Tolls Trip planning

Start Gqeberha N3 N2

Finish Cape Town

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Start point

Destination

Driving route

Navigation sign

Turn-by-turn directions

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Directions from Gqeberha N3 N2 to Cape Town via N2

National highway N2
Directions from Gqeberha N3 N2 to Cape Town via M1 and M4 and M3

Metro arterial routes M1M4M3
Start your journey

3.6 km
Take the exit ramp slight left towards M1: Bluewater Bay

0.4 km
Keep slight right at the fork towards M1: Bluewater Bay

0.0 km
Turn right onto Weinronk Way

0.2 km
Turn right towards N2

0.4 km
Merge slight right

6.8 km
Take the exit ramp slight left towards M4

0.3 km
Keep slight right at the fork towards N2

0.2 km
Merge slight right

197.6 km
Continue straight

32.7 km
At the roundabout, take the 1st exit

0.0 km
Continue

1.7 km
At the roundabout, take the 2nd exit

0.0 km
Continue

4.0 km
Continue straight

63.9 km
Continue straight

0.3 km
Continue straight

5.8 km
At the roundabout, take the 2nd exit

0.0 km
Continue

3.4 km
Continue straight

7.2 km
At the roundabout, take the 2nd exit

0.0 km
Continue

0.5 km
Take the exit ramp slight left towards Mossel Bay

1.1 km
Continue straight

79.9 km
Continue straight

53.5 km
Continue straight

296.0 km
Take the exit ramp slight left towards M3: Cape Town (South)

0.1 km
Continue straight onto Philip Kgosana Drive

3.2 km
Keep slight right at the fork onto Roeland Street

0.9 km
At the end of the road, turn left onto Saint Johns Road

0.2 km
Turn right onto Gallery Lane

0.1 km
You have arrived at your destination

0.0 km

Navigation sign

Tolls on this route

Tolls found 3

Known total R219.00

Main toll road N2 - North Coast Toll Road

This route includes 3 toll points from our database. The strongest toll-road match is N2 - North Coast Toll Road.

Tsitsikamma

Road: Road not linked yet

R73.00

Tsitsikamma

Road: Road not linked yet

R73.00

Tsitsikamma

Road: Road not linked yet

R73.00

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Stop Stopover sign

Halfway point

381.7 km

Mid-route position Road corridor partition

50 / 50

Time partition Start / finish split

4 hrs 32 min • 4 hrs 32 min

Waypoint reference Nearest route marker

Mid-route reference

Vec Consumption & emissions

Consumption & emissions profile

55.0 L needed

Highly direct • 7.2 L/100km baseline

CO2 emitted Estimated tailpipe output

127.1 kg

Fuel mass Approximate tank weight

41.3 kg

Cost per km Based on 95 Petrol

R2.02

Directness index As-the-crow-flies ratio

87%

☀ Solar data

Daylight window at Cape Town

07:47 – 17:43

Outside daylight hours

Solar noonHighest sun position

12:45

Total daylightUsable driving light

9 hrs 56 min

Light remainingUntil sunset

Expired

SunriseDawn break

07:47

Fin Tax & wear

Wear & SARS deduction

R3,194.88

Single trip SARS allowance

SARS rate R4.18/km fixed rate

R4.18/km

Tyre wear Estimated tread cost

R15.29

Service wear Oil & filter allocation

R152.87

Total trip wear Excludes fuel & tolls

R3,363.03

Nav Maneuver index

Navigation complexity

Very High (34)

Turn difficulty rating

Roundabouts Multi-path navigation

Lane merges Yield required

Complex forks Path selection

Highway exits Deceleration zones

Route atlas

Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

ZA-ATLAS

Origin Gqeberha N3 N2 -33.88629, 25.62285

Midpoint

381.7 km

Total: 764.3 km

Midpoint 381.7 km

764.3 km 9 hrs 4 min

Destination Cape Town End: Gallery Lane -33.92883, 18.41722

Route sheet

Route class Resolved South Africa route

Province span South Africa

One-way road span 764.3 km

Return-cycle span 1,528.7 km

Traversal time 9 hrs 4 min

Maneuver count 32

Maneuver density 4.2 /100 km

Midpoint chainage 381.7 km

Coordinate frame

Start -33.88629, 25.62285

Midpoint -34.18354, 22.05332

End -33.92883, 18.41722

Destination brief

Travelling to Cape Town

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

Signature Mother City

Standout Table Mountain, coast and neighbourhood variety

Cape Town combines mountain, ocean and sharply different neighbourhoods in a way few South African cities can match, which is why the exact district matters almost as much as the city name itself.

Best for Who this destination suits

City break Food and culture Beach trip Conference travel

Arrival What to expect on arrival

A CBD arrival is not the same trip as Camps Bay, Sea Point, Century City, the southern suburbs or the airport side. Choose the exact district before departure.

Local pulse

Cape Town Tourism continues to actively promote current events, deals and trip-planning tools, which makes live city timing relevant to route planning.

Updated: 2026-04-08 · Source: Cape Town Tourism

Regional base Good base for nearby trips

Use Cape Town as a base for urban sightseeing, Atlantic and False Bay coast days, Winelands links and longer Western Cape touring.

Destination facts Quick reference details

Cape Town Tourism offers trip-planning tools for places to stay, eat and see

The city works for both leisure and conference travel

Neighbourhood choice strongly shapes the trip

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Route FAQ

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Questions 9

How far is Gqeberha N3 N2 from Cape Town? +

Gqeberha N3 N2 is about 764.3 km from Cape Town by road.

How long does it take from Gqeberha N3 N2 to Cape Town? +

The drive usually takes about 9 hrs 4 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.

Is it possible to drive from Gqeberha N3 N2 to Cape Town in one day? +

It is possible, but for many travellers this is better treated as a very long same-day trip or an overnight trip.

Is taxi available from Gqeberha N3 N2 to Cape Town? +

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 Gqeberha N3 N2 to Cape Town? +

Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R1,538.13 (R27.95 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R1,544.18 (R28.06 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R1,536.48 (R27.92 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R1,610.22 (R29.26 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.

Are there any tollgates from Gqeberha N3 N2 to Cape Town? +

Yes. There are 3 tollgates currently matched for this route.

What is the route verdict for this trip? +

Very long trip: This is a demanding long-distance route. Treat it as a serious travel day and consider an overnight stop.

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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