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Distance from Kimberley to Bethlehem

Kimberley to Bethlehem is a full long-distance road trip, covering about 406.0 km in roughly 4 hrs 31 min.

N Kimberley → Bethlehem
Road distance
406.0 km
252.3 mi • 219.2 nmi
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
351.0 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
1.16×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
17
Info Travel board
Travel time
4 hrs 31 min
Return: 9 hrs 2 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
4 hrs 31 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
89.9 km/h
Stop-adjusted ETA 2 planned rest stops
5 hrs 1 min
Fuel Service sign
Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R679.72
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R682.94
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R757.19
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R763.33
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R896.85
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R901.10
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R999.08
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R1,007.18
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R1,180.07
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R1,185.65
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R1,314.57
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R1,325.23
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Wx Destination weather
Today's outlook for Bethlehem
5.1°C
Clear sky
Feels like Perceived temperature
2.3°C
Day range High / low
H 15° • L 4°
Rain chance Today's probability
0%
Wind 10m wind speed
8 km/h
Taxi Local commuter
Taxi fare estimate
Check local taxi rank
Long-distance caution
Route class Operational trip category
Local shared
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406.0 km 4 hrs 31 min
Start Kimberley
Finish Bethlehem
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Start point
Destination
Driving route
Navigation sign

Turn-by-turn directions

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  1. Head on Market Street
    0.1 km
  2. Continue make a U-turn onto Market Street
    0.2 km
  3. Turn left onto Phakamile Mabija Street
    0.4 km
  4. Turn slight left onto Sydney Street
    0.1 km
  5. Turn right onto Lennox Street
    0.1 km
  6. Turn left onto Bultfontein Road
    0.6 km
  7. Continue straight onto Dalham Road
    0.5 km
  8. At the roundabout, take the 3rd exit onto Oliver Street
    0.1 km
  9. Continue onto Oliver Street
    4.0 km
  10. Continue straight onto Nathan Street
    150.5 km
  11. Take the exit ramp left towards N1: Kroonstad
    0.6 km
  12. Merge slight right onto Western Bypass
    111.3 km
  13. Take the exit ramp slight left towards N5
    0.6 km
  14. Turn right
    66.5 km
  15. Continue straight
    70.4 km
  16. Turn left onto Roux Street
    0.2 km
  17. You have arrived at your destination
    0.0 km
Navigation sign

Tolls on this route

R
Tolls found 1
Known total R78.50
Main toll road N1
This route includes 1 toll point from our database. The strongest toll-road match is N1.
Verkeerdevlei
Road: Road not linked yet
R78.50
Stop Stopover sign
Halfway point
202.9 km
Mid-route position Road corridor partition
50 / 50
Time partition Start / finish split
2 hrs 15 min • 2 hrs 15 min
Waypoint reference Nearest route marker
Mid-route reference
Loc Route geography
Route geography
Kimberley → Bethlehem
Start and destination context
Start area Origin
Kimberley
Destination area Arrival
Bethlehem
Road span Street reference
— • —
Post Postal reference
Postal reference
— • —
Kimberley → Bethlehem
Kimberley Origin postcode
Not available
Bethlehem Destination postcode
Not available
Province span Route area
South Africa
Set Nearby route set
Nearby route set
Cape Town to George
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Cape Town to George Similar distance
33.6 km
Johannesburg to Polokwane Similar distance
113.0 km
Pretoria to Nelspruit Similar distance
129.6 km
Rev Related route set
Related route set
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Kimberley ↔ Bethlehem
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Route atlas

Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

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Origin Kimberley -28.73830, 24.76423
Midpoint
202.9 km
Total: 406.0 km
Midpoint 202.9 km
406.0 km 4 hrs 31 min
Destination Bethlehem -28.23083, 28.30889

Route sheet

Route class Resolved South Africa route
Province span South Africa
One-way road span 406.0 km
Return-cycle span 812.1 km
Traversal time 4 hrs 31 min
Maneuver count 17
Maneuver density 4.2 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 202.9 km

Coordinate frame

Start -28.73830, 24.76423
Midpoint -28.87749, 26.50602
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 Kimberley from Bethlehem? +
Kimberley is about 406.0 km from Bethlehem by road.
How long does it take from Kimberley to Bethlehem? +
The drive usually takes about 4 hrs 31 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from Kimberley to Bethlehem in one day? +
Yes, for many drivers this can be done in one day.
Is taxi available from Kimberley 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 Kimberley to Bethlehem? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R679.72 (R23.25 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R682.94 (R23.36 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R757.19 (R25.90 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R763.33 (R26.11 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from Kimberley to Bethlehem? +
Yes. There is 1 tollgate 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

: Kroonstad
From Kimberley To Bethlehem
Maseru
From Kimberley To Bethlehem
Western Bypass
From Kimberley To Bethlehem
: Senekal
From Kimberley To Bethlehem
Theunissen
From Kimberley To Bethlehem

Route Locations

Start area
Kimberley
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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