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Distance from Jacobs to George

Jacobs to George is a full long-distance road trip, covering about 1,249.4 km in roughly 15 hrs 8 min.

N Jacobs → George
Road distance
1,249.4 km
M4 N2 N6
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
920.7 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
1.36×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
43
Info Travel board
Travel time
15 hrs 8 min
Start point
Voortrekker Street
End point
Hibernia Street
Return: 16 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
908 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
82.6 km/h
Stop-adjusted ETA 7 planned rest stops
16 hrs 53 min
Fuel Service sign
Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km
93 Petrol R26.52 / litre
R2,385.58
95 Petrol R26.63 / litre
R2,395.47
Diesel 500ppm R32.30 / litre
R2,905.51
Diesel 50ppm R32.50 / litre
R2,923.50
93 Petrol R26.52 / litre
R3,147.64
95 Petrol R26.63 / litre
R3,160.69
Diesel 500ppm R32.30 / litre
R3,833.66
Diesel 50ppm R32.50 / litre
R3,857.40
93 Petrol R26.52 / litre
R4,141.63
95 Petrol R26.63 / litre
R4,158.80
Diesel 500ppm R32.30 / litre
R5,044.29
Diesel 50ppm R32.50 / litre
R5,075.52
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🧭 Route vector
Compass bearing
239° WSW
Forward azimuth heading
Return heading Reverse azimuth
59° ENE
Coordinate delta Lat / Lon shift
South-West
Start coords Origin point
-29.9264, 30.9867
End coords Destination point
-33.9597, 22.4587
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Long-distance caution
Route class Operational trip category
Local shared
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1,249.4 km 15 hrs 8 min
Start Jacobs
Finish George
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Start point
Destination
Driving route
Navigation sign

Turn-by-turn directions

↑
  1. Head on Voortrekker Street
    0.1 km
  2. Turn right onto Manchester Street
    0.3 km
  3. Turn left onto Chamberlain Road
    0.5 km
  4. Turn right onto Quality Street
    0.3 km
  5. Take the ramp left towards M4: South Coast
    0.3 km
  6. Merge slight right onto Inkosi Albert Luthuli Freeway
    3.7 km
  7. Take the exit ramp slight left towards N2: Port Shepstone
    0.5 km
  8. Keep slight right at the fork towards N2: Port Shepstone
    0.5 km
  9. Merge slight right
    105.4 km
  10. Take the exit ramp straight towards Port Shepstone
    0.7 km
  11. Turn right
    304.5 km
  12. Turn right onto Nelson Mandela Drive
    217.9 km
  13. Take the exit ramp slight left towards N6
    0.5 km
  14. Merge slight right onto North East Expressway
    4.1 km
  15. Continue straight onto Valley Road
    0.9 km
  16. Continue straight onto Fitzpatrick Road
    0.3 km
  17. Continue straight onto Currie Street
    1.0 km
  18. Turn right onto Fleet Street
    1.2 km
  19. Continue straight onto Settlers Way
    136.1 km
  20. Continue straight onto Southwell Road
    98.5 km
  21. Take the ramp slight left towards N2: Port Elizabeth
    0.5 km
  22. Merge slight right
    46.8 km
  23. Take the exit ramp slight left towards M4
    0.3 km
  24. Keep slight right at the fork towards N2
    0.2 km
  25. Merge slight right
    197.6 km
  26. Continue straight
    32.7 km
  27. At the roundabout, take the 1st exit
    0.0 km
  28. Continue
    1.7 km
  29. At the roundabout, take the 2nd exit
    0.0 km
  30. Continue
    4.0 km
  31. Continue straight
    63.9 km
  32. Continue straight
    0.3 km
  33. Continue straight
    5.8 km
  34. At the roundabout, take the 2nd exit
    0.0 km
  35. Continue
    3.4 km
  36. Continue straight
    7.2 km
  37. At the roundabout, take the 2nd exit
    0.0 km
  38. Continue
    0.5 km
  39. Continue straight onto Knysna Street
    5.1 km
  40. Continue straight onto Courtenay Street
    0.3 km
  41. Turn left onto Memoriam Street
    0.5 km
  42. Turn right onto Hibernia Street
    1.0 km
  43. You have arrived at your destination
    0.0 km
Navigation sign

Tolls on this route

R
Tolls found 11
Known total R500.00
Main toll road N2 - North Coast Toll Road
This route includes 11 toll points from our database. The strongest toll-road match is N2 - North Coast Toll Road.
Tsitsikamma
Road: Road not linked yet
R73.00
Oribi
Road: Road not linked yet
R41.00
Oribi
Road: Road not linked yet
R41.00
Oribi
Road: Road not linked yet
R41.00
Oribi
Road: Road not linked yet
R41.00
Umtentweni
Road: Road not linked yet
R17.50
Oribi
Road: Road not linked yet
R41.00
Tsitsikamma
Road: Road not linked yet
R73.00
Tsitsikamma
Road: Road not linked yet
R73.00
Oribi
Road: Road not linked yet
R41.00
Umtentweni
Road: Road not linked yet
R17.50
Routes ↩ George → Jacobs Jacobs to Johannesburg Jacobs to Pretoria Jacobs to Cape Town Jacobs to Durban Johannesburg to George Pretoria to George Cape Town to George
Stop Stopover sign
Halfway point
624.6 km
Mid-route position Road corridor partition
50 / 50
Time partition Start / finish split
7 hrs 34 min • 7 hrs 34 min
Waypoint reference Nearest route marker
Mid-route reference
Vec Consumption & emissions
Consumption & emissions profile
90.0 L needed
Moderate efficiency • 7.2 L/100km baseline
CO2 emitted Estimated tailpipe output
207.8 kg
Fuel mass Approximate tank weight
67.5 kg
Cost per km Based on 95 Petrol
R1.68
Directness index As-the-crow-flies ratio
73.7%
☀ Solar data
Daylight window at George
07:10 – 17:42
Outside daylight hours
Solar noonHighest sun position
Total daylightUsable driving light
10 hrs 32 min
Light remainingUntil sunset
Expired
SunriseDawn break
07:10
Fin Tax & wear
Wear & SARS deduction
R5,222.32
Single trip SARS allowance
SARS rate R4.18/km fixed rate
R4.18/km
Tyre wear Estimated tread cost
R24.99
Service wear Oil & filter allocation
R249.87
Total trip wear Excludes fuel & tolls
R5,497.18
Nav Maneuver index
Navigation complexity
Very High (38)
Turn difficulty rating
Roundabouts Multi-path navigation
4
Lane merges Yield required
5
Complex forks Path selection
2
Highway exits Deceleration zones
8
Route atlas

Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

ZA-ATLAS
Origin Jacobs Start: Voortrekker Street -29.92639, 30.98667
Midpoint
624.6 km
Total: 1,249.4 km
Midpoint 624.6 km
1,249.4 km 15 hrs 8 min
Destination George End: Hibernia Street -33.95972, 22.45871

Route sheet

Route class Resolved South Africa route
Province span South Africa
One-way road span 1,249.4 km
Return-cycle span 2,498.7 km
Traversal time 15 hrs 8 min
Maneuver count 43
Maneuver density 3.4 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 624.6 km

Coordinate frame

Start -29.92639, 30.98667
Midpoint -32.89315, 27.98566
End -33.95972, 22.45871
Destination services

Available in George

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

Service groups 3
Schools Banks Supermarkets
Nearby category Schools Top 3 nearby matches around George
3
Nearby category Banks Top 2 nearby matches around George
2
  • Nedbank
    106 York Street, George
  • FNB
    97 York Street, George, 6530
Nearby category Supermarkets Top 6 nearby matches around George
6
Destination brief

Travelling to George

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

Signature Garden Route hub
Standout Business hub with beaches, forest and mountain access
George holds a different role from many coastal holiday towns because it combines Garden Route business importance with fast access to beaches, mountains, forests and golf travel.
Best for Who this destination suits
Garden Route base Golf trip Business and leisure mix Airport-side stay
Arrival What to expect on arrival
The route can end in central George, the airport side, Herolds Bay, Wilderness or a nearby inland stay, and those arrivals do not feel the same.
Regional base Good base for nearby trips
Use George as a central Garden Route base for airport access, golf, coastal links and onward drives to Wilderness, Knysna and Oudtshoorn direction.
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Questions 9
How far is Jacobs from George? +
Jacobs is about 1,249.4 km from George by road.
How long does it take from Jacobs to George? +
The drive usually takes about 15 hrs 8 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from Jacobs to George 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 Jacobs to George? +
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 Jacobs to George? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R2,385.58 (R26.52 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R2,395.47 (R26.63 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R2,905.51 (R32.30 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R2,923.50 (R32.50 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from Jacobs to George? +
Yes. There are 11 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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Settlers Way
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: Port Elizabeth
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: George
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Route Locations

Start area
Jacobs
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available
Destination area
George, Western Cape
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available

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