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Distance from Kingsburgh to Bethal

Kingsburgh to Bethal is a full long-distance road trip, covering about 534.6 km in roughly 6 hrs 25 min.

N Kingsburgh → Bethal
Road distance
534.6 km
M7 N11 N2 N3
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
424.4 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
1.26×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
20
Info Travel board
Travel time
6 hrs 25 min
Start point
Seadoone Road
Return: 51 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
385 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
83.2 km/h
Stop-adjusted ETA 3 planned rest stops
7 hrs 10 min
Fuel Service sign
Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km
93 Petrol R26.52 / litre
R1,020.76
95 Petrol R26.63 / litre
R1,024.99
Diesel 500ppm R32.30 / litre
R1,243.23
Diesel 50ppm R32.50 / litre
R1,250.93
93 Petrol R26.52 / litre
R1,346.83
95 Petrol R26.63 / litre
R1,352.42
Diesel 500ppm R32.30 / litre
R1,640.38
Diesel 50ppm R32.50 / litre
R1,650.53
93 Petrol R26.52 / litre
R1,772.15
95 Petrol R26.63 / litre
R1,779.50
Diesel 500ppm R32.30 / litre
R2,158.39
Diesel 50ppm R32.50 / litre
R2,171.75
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🧭 Route vector
Compass bearing
341° NNW
Forward azimuth heading
Return heading Reverse azimuth
161° SSE
Coordinate delta Lat / Lon shift
North-East
Start coords Origin point
-30.0682, 30.8706
End coords Destination point
-26.4571, 29.4671
Taxi Local commuter
Taxi fare estimate
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Long-distance caution
Route class Operational trip category
Local shared
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Route overview

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Route map

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Start, destination and route line.

534.6 km 6 hrs 25 min
Start Kingsburgh
Finish Bethal
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Start point
Destination
Driving route
Navigation sign

Turn-by-turn directions

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  1. Head on Seadoone Road
    0.1 km
  2. Take the ramp left towards N2: Durban
    0.4 km
  3. Merge slight right
    13.5 km
  4. Keep slight right at the fork
    9.8 km
  5. Take the exit ramp slight left towards M7
    0.4 km
  6. Turn left
    10.5 km
  7. Take the exit ramp slight left towards N3: Pietermaritzburg
    1.1 km
  8. Merge slight left
    5.5 km
  9. Keep slight right at the fork
    202.9 km
  10. Take the exit ramp slight left towards N11
    0.5 km
  11. Turn right
    12.5 km
  12. Turn left
    2.5 km
  13. Turn right
    195.7 km
  14. Turn left
    44.3 km
  15. Turn right onto Steyn Street
    0.3 km
  16. Turn left
    31.8 km
  17. At the end of the road, turn left onto Moses Kotane Street
    2.4 km
  18. Turn left onto Du Plooy Street
    0.2 km
  19. Turn left
    0.1 km
  20. You have arrived at your destination
    0.0 km
Navigation sign

Tolls on this route

R
Tolls found 14
Known total R567.00
Main toll road N2 - North Coast Toll Road
This route includes 14 toll points from our database. The strongest toll-road match is N2 - North Coast Toll Road.
Mooi Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R70.00
Bergville
Road: Road not linked yet
R30.00
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
Bergville
Road: Road not linked yet
R30.00
Treverton Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R21.00
Treverton Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R21.00
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 Ramp Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R49.00
Mooi
Road: Road not linked yet
R70.00
Routes ↩ Bethal → Kingsburgh Kingsburgh to Johannesburg Kingsburgh to Pretoria Kingsburgh to Cape Town Kingsburgh to Durban Johannesburg to Bethal Pretoria to Bethal Cape Town to Bethal
Stop Stopover sign
Halfway point
267.7 km
Mid-route position Road corridor partition
50 / 50
Time partition Start / finish split
3 hrs 12 min • 3 hrs 12 min
Waypoint reference Nearest route marker
Mid-route reference
Vec Consumption & emissions
Consumption & emissions profile
38.5 L needed
Moderate efficiency • 7.2 L/100km baseline
CO2 emitted Estimated tailpipe output
88.9 kg
Fuel mass Approximate tank weight
28.9 kg
Cost per km Based on 95 Petrol
R1.68
Directness index As-the-crow-flies ratio
79.4%
☀ Solar data
Daylight window at Bethal
06:30 – 17:26
Active daylight
Solar noonHighest sun position
Total daylightUsable driving light
10 hrs 56 min
Light remainingUntil sunset
7 hrs 46 min
SunriseDawn break
06:30
Fin Tax & wear
Wear & SARS deduction
R2,234.57
Single trip SARS allowance
SARS rate R4.18/km fixed rate
R4.18/km
Tyre wear Estimated tread cost
R10.69
Service wear Oil & filter allocation
R106.92
Total trip wear Excludes fuel & tolls
R2,352.18
Nav Maneuver index
Navigation complexity
Moderate (11)
Turn difficulty rating
Roundabouts Multi-path navigation
0
Lane merges Yield required
2
Complex forks Path selection
2
Highway exits Deceleration zones
3
Route atlas

Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

ZA-ATLAS
Origin Kingsburgh Start: Seadoone Road -30.06821, 30.87058
Midpoint
267.7 km
Total: 534.6 km
Midpoint 267.7 km
534.6 km 6 hrs 25 min
Destination Bethal -26.45709, 29.46714

Route sheet

Route class Resolved South Africa route
Province span South Africa
One-way road span 534.6 km
Return-cycle span 1,069.2 km
Traversal time 6 hrs 25 min
Maneuver count 20
Maneuver density 3.7 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 267.7 km

Coordinate frame

Start -30.06821, 30.87058
Midpoint -28.53495, 29.80269
End -26.45709, 29.46714
Destination services

Available in Bethal

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Service groups 2
Schools Supermarkets
Nearby category Schools Top 4 nearby matches around Bethal
4
Nearby category Supermarkets Top 1 nearby match around Bethal
1
Destination brief

Travelling to Bethal

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

Standout Why Bethal stands out
Bethal works well for practical inland travel, with emphasis on stop timing and exact local destination planning.
Arrival What to expect on arrival
Bethal arrivals improve when the stop purpose and final suburb are both clear before departure.
Regional base Good base for nearby trips
Best for Bethal visits, work trips and regional route planning.
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Route FAQ

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Questions 9
How far is Kingsburgh from Bethal? +
Kingsburgh is about 534.6 km from Bethal by road.
How long does it take from Kingsburgh to Bethal? +
The drive usually takes about 6 hrs 25 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from Kingsburgh to Bethal in one day? +
Yes, for many drivers this can be done in one day.
Is taxi available from Kingsburgh to Bethal? +
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 Kingsburgh to Bethal? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R1,020.76 (R26.52 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R1,024.99 (R26.63 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R1,243.23 (R32.30 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R1,250.93 (R32.50 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from Kingsburgh to Bethal? +
Yes. There are 14 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. National roads appear in this route, so watch for toll signs and busier sections.
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Towns along the route

: Durban
From Kingsburgh To Bethal
: Pietermaritzburg
From Kingsburgh To Bethal
: Ladysmith
From Kingsburgh To Bethal
Bergville
From Kingsburgh To Bethal

Route Locations

Start area
Kingsburgh, KwaZulu-Natal
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available
Destination area
Bethal
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available

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