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Distance from Harrismith N5 N5 to Senekal

Harrismith N5 N5 to Senekal is a solid inter-town journey, covering about 160.1 km in roughly 1 hr 51 min.

N Harrismith N5 N5 → Senekal
Road distance
160.1 km
N5
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
146.0 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
1.10×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
9
Info Travel board
Travel time
1 hr 51 min
Return: 43 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
111 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
85.9 km/h
Stop-adjusted ETA 0 planned rest stops
1 hr 51 min
Fuel Service sign
Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R268.03
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R269.30
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R298.58
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R301.01
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R353.66
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R355.33
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R393.97
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R397.16
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R465.34
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R467.54
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R518.38
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R522.58
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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
-28.2837, 29.1133
End coords Destination point
-28.3169, 27.6225
Taxi Local commuter
Taxi fare estimate
Check local taxi rank
Long-distance caution
Route class Operational trip category
Local shared
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160.1 km 1 hr 51 min
Start Harrismith N5 N5
Finish Senekal
Map key
Start point
Destination
Driving route
Navigation sign

Turn-by-turn directions

↑
  1. Start your journey
    0.3 km
  2. Keep slight right at the fork
    0.0 km
  3. Turn right onto Cloete Street
    0.2 km
  4. Take the ramp right towards N5: Bethlehem
    0.3 km
  5. Merge slight right
    88.0 km
  6. Continue left onto Eeufees Street
    1.2 km
  7. Continue straight onto Church Street
    69.8 km
  8. Turn right
    0.3 km
  9. You have arrived at your destination
    0.0 km
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Stop Stopover sign
Halfway point
80.0 km
Mid-route position Road corridor partition
50 / 50
Time partition Start / finish split
55 min • 55 min
Waypoint reference Nearest route marker
Mid-route reference
Vec Consumption & emissions
Consumption & emissions profile
11.5 L needed
Highly direct • 7.2 L/100km baseline
CO2 emitted Estimated tailpipe output
26.6 kg
Fuel mass Approximate tank weight
8.6 kg
Cost per km Based on 95 Petrol
R1.68
Directness index As-the-crow-flies ratio
91.2%
☀ Solar data
Daylight window at Senekal
06:37 – 17:35
Active daylight
Solar noonHighest sun position
Total daylightUsable driving light
10 hrs 58 min
Light remainingUntil sunset
4 hrs 53 min
SunriseDawn break
06:37
Fin Tax & wear
Wear & SARS deduction
R669.29
Single trip SARS allowance
SARS rate R4.18/km fixed rate
R4.18/km
Tyre wear Estimated tread cost
R3.20
Service wear Oil & filter allocation
R32.02
Total trip wear Excludes fuel & tolls
R704.51
Nav Maneuver index
Navigation complexity
Low (4)
Turn difficulty rating
Roundabouts Multi-path navigation
0
Lane merges Yield required
1
Complex forks Path selection
1
Highway exits Deceleration zones
0
Route atlas

Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

ZA-ATLAS
Origin Harrismith N5 N5 -28.28371, 29.11333
Midpoint
80.0 km
Total: 160.1 km
Midpoint 80.0 km
160.1 km 1 hr 51 min
Destination Senekal -28.31694, 27.62250

Route sheet

Route class Resolved South Africa route
Province span South Africa
One-way road span 160.1 km
Return-cycle span 320.2 km
Traversal time 1 hr 51 min
Maneuver count 9
Maneuver density 5.6 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 80.0 km

Coordinate frame

Start -28.28371, 29.11333
Midpoint -28.27554, 28.37898
End -28.31694, 27.62250
Destination services

Available in Senekal

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Service groups 1
Fuel stations and garages
Nearby category Fuel stations and garages Top 1 nearby match around Senekal
1
  • Shell
    13 Voortrekker Road, 9600, Free State
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Questions 8
How far is Harrismith N5 N5 from Senekal? +
Harrismith N5 N5 is about 160.1 km from Senekal by road.
How long does it take from Harrismith N5 N5 to Senekal? +
The drive usually takes about 1 hr 51 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from Harrismith N5 N5 to Senekal in one day? +
Yes, for many drivers this can be done in one day.
Is taxi available from Harrismith N5 N5 to Senekal? +
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 Harrismith N5 N5 to Senekal? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R268.03 (R23.25 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R269.30 (R23.36 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R298.58 (R25.90 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R301.01 (R26.11 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from Harrismith N5 N5 to Senekal? +
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 road note for this route? +
This is a longer road trip, so a fuel or rest stop is recommended. This route looks more local or regional, but always check signs and road conditions on the day.
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Towns along the route

Wilgepark
From Harrismith N5 N5 To Senekal
: Bethlehem
From Harrismith N5 N5 To Senekal

Route Locations

Start area
Harrismith N5 N5, Free State
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available
Destination area
Senekal
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available

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