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Distance from Highview to Bethlehem

Highview to Bethlehem is a full long-distance road trip, covering about 385.6 km in roughly 4 hrs 21 min.

N Highview → Bethlehem
Road distance
385.6 km
239.6 mi • 208.2 nmi
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
316.3 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
1.22×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
13
Info Travel board
Travel time
4 hrs 21 min
Return: 8 hrs 43 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
4 hrs 21 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
88.4 km/h
Stop-adjusted ETA 2 planned rest stops
4 hrs 51 min
Fuel Service sign
Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R645.49
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R648.55
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R719.06
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R724.89
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R851.69
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R855.72
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R948.77
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R956.46
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R1,120.65
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R1,125.95
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R1,248.38
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R1,258.50
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Fastest drive Direct drive estimate
4 hrs 21 min
Comfort drive Allows a short stop
4 hrs 36 min
Taxi Local commuter
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Route class Operational trip category
Local shared
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385.6 km 4 hrs 21 min
Start Highview
Finish Bethlehem
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Destination
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Navigation sign

Turn-by-turn directions

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  1. Head on Highview
    0.1 km
  2. Turn left onto Moses Kotane Road
    0.4 km
  3. Turn left onto Felix Dlamini Road towards Calo Manor
    1.4 km
  4. Turn sharp right
    0.4 km
  5. Merge slight right
    18.9 km
  6. Keep slight right at the fork
    221.7 km
  7. Continue straight
    50.4 km
  8. Take the exit ramp slight left towards N5: Harrismith
    0.7 km
  9. Continue straight
    0.1 km
  10. Merge slight right towards N5: Harrismith
    90.2 km
  11. Continue left onto Eeufees Street
    1.0 km
  12. Turn right onto Roux Street
    0.4 km
  13. You have arrived at your destination
    0.0 km
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Tolls on this route

R
Tolls found 16
Known total R767.00
Main toll road Not found
This route includes 16 toll points from our database.
Tugela
Road: Road not linked yet
R100.00
Tugela
Road: Road not linked yet
R100.00
Bergville
Road: Road not linked yet
R30.00
Mooi
Road: Road not linked yet
R70.00
Bergville
Road: Road not linked yet
R30.00
Mooi Ramp Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R49.00
Mariannhill Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R16.50
Mariannhill Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R16.50
Mariannhill Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R16.50
Mariannhill Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R16.50
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
Treverton Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R21.00
Treverton Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R21.00
Stop Stopover sign
Halfway point
192.9 km
Mid-route position Road corridor partition
50 / 50
Time partition Start / finish split
2 hrs 10 min • 2 hrs 10 min
Waypoint reference Nearest route marker
Mid-route reference
Loc Route geography
Route geography
Highview → Bethlehem
Start and destination context
Start area Origin
Highview, KwaZulu-Natal
Destination area Arrival
Bethlehem
Road span Street reference
— • —
Post Postal reference
Postal reference
— • —
Highview → Bethlehem
Highview Origin postcode
Not available
Bethlehem Destination postcode
Not available
Province span Route area
South Africa
Set Nearby route set
Nearby route set
Johannesburg to Polokwane
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92.5 km
Pretoria to Nelspruit Similar distance
109.2 km
Cape Town to George Similar distance
13.1 km
Rev Related route set
Related route set
Bethlehem → Highview
Highview ↔ Bethlehem
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Route atlas

Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

ZA-ATLAS
Origin Highview -29.83639, 30.99521
Midpoint
192.9 km
Total: 385.6 km
Midpoint 192.9 km
385.6 km 4 hrs 21 min
Destination Bethlehem -28.23083, 28.30889

Route sheet

Route class Resolved South Africa route
Province span South Africa
One-way road span 385.6 km
Return-cycle span 771.2 km
Traversal time 4 hrs 21 min
Maneuver count 13
Maneuver density 3.4 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 192.9 km

Coordinate frame

Start -29.83639, 30.99521
Midpoint -28.84905, 29.72059
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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Questions 9
How far is Highview from Bethlehem? +
Highview is about 385.6 km from Bethlehem by road.
How long does it take from Highview to Bethlehem? +
The drive usually takes about 4 hrs 21 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from Highview to Bethlehem in one day? +
Yes, for many drivers this can be done in one day.
Is taxi available from Highview 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 Highview to Bethlehem? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R645.49 (R23.25 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R648.55 (R23.36 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R719.06 (R25.90 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R724.89 (R26.11 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from Highview to Bethlehem? +
Yes. There are 16 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. 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

Calo Manor
From Highview To Bethlehem
: Harrismith
From Highview To Bethlehem

Route Locations

Start area
Highview, KwaZulu-Natal
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available
Destination area
Bethlehem
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available

Distance comparisons

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Pretoria to Nelspruit Similar distance
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About 155.2 km Difference: 230.4 km
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