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Distance from Kingsway to George

Kingsway to George is a full long-distance road trip, covering about 779.1 km in roughly 8 hrs 46 min. It also crosses a provincial boundary.

N Kingsway → George
Road distance
779.1 km
N1
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
645.0 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
1.21×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
21
Info Travel board
Travel time
8 hrs 46 min
Start point
Kingsway
End point
Hibernia Street
Return: 17 hrs 34 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
526 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
88.7 km/h
Stop-adjusted ETA 4 planned rest stops
9 hrs 46 min
Fuel Service sign
Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km
93 Petrol R26.52 / litre
R1,487.57
95 Petrol R26.63 / litre
R1,493.74
Diesel 500ppm R32.30 / litre
R1,811.78
Diesel 50ppm R32.50 / litre
R1,823.00
93 Petrol R26.52 / litre
R1,962.76
95 Petrol R26.63 / litre
R1,970.90
Diesel 500ppm R32.30 / litre
R2,390.54
Diesel 50ppm R32.50 / litre
R2,405.34
93 Petrol R26.52 / litre
R2,582.58
95 Petrol R26.63 / litre
R2,593.29
Diesel 500ppm R32.30 / litre
R3,145.45
Diesel 50ppm R32.50 / litre
R3,164.93
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🧭 Route vector
Compass bearing
212° SSW
Forward azimuth heading
Return heading Reverse azimuth
32° NNE
Coordinate delta Lat / Lon shift
South-West
Start coords Origin point
-29.1157, 26.2062
End coords Destination point
-33.9597, 22.4587
Taxi Local commuter
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Long-distance caution
Route class Operational trip category
Local shared
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Start, destination and route line.

779.1 km 527 min
Start Kingsway
Finish George
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Start point
Destination
Driving route
Navigation sign

Turn-by-turn directions

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  1. Head on Kingsway
    0.5 km
  2. Turn left onto Parfitt Avenue
    0.8 km
  3. Continue straight onto Walter Sisulu Road
    3.6 km
  4. Take the exit ramp left towards N1: Colesberg
    0.5 km
  5. Merge slight right onto Western Bypass
    534.2 km
  6. At the roundabout, take the 3rd exit onto Donkin Street
    0.1 km
  7. Continue onto Donkin Street
    7.9 km
  8. Turn left
    172.4 km
  9. Turn left onto Springbok Road
    0.7 km
  10. At the roundabout, take the 4th exit onto Springbok Road
    0.1 km
  11. Continue onto Springbok Road
    0.7 km
  12. Turn right onto Dassie Road
    0.2 km
  13. Turn left onto Rademeyer Street
    0.5 km
  14. Turn left onto Langenhoven Street
    31.9 km
  15. At the end of the road, turn right
    22.1 km
  16. At the roundabout, take the 1st exit onto CJ Langenhoven Street
    0.0 km
  17. Continue onto CJ Langenhoven Street
    1.5 km
  18. At the roundabout, take the 2nd exit onto CJ Langenhoven Street
    0.0 km
  19. Continue onto CJ Langenhoven Street
    1.0 km
  20. Continue straight onto Hibernia Street
    0.2 km
  21. You have arrived at your destination
    0.0 km
Navigation sign

Tolls on this route

R
Tolls found 0
Known total —
Main toll road N1
We found matching toll-road records for this route, but no tollgate point was close enough to the route line to display as a confirmed route toll.
N1 N1 N1 N1
Routes ↩ George → Kingsway Kingsway to Johannesburg Kingsway to Pretoria Kingsway to Cape Town Kingsway to Durban Johannesburg to George Pretoria to George Cape Town to George
Stop Stopover sign
Halfway point
389.8 km
Free State to Western Cape
Mid-route position Road corridor partition
50 / 50
Time partition Start / finish split
4 hrs 23 min • 4 hrs 23 min
Waypoint reference Nearest route marker
Free State to Western Cape
Vec Consumption & emissions
Consumption & emissions profile
56.1 L needed
Moderate efficiency • 7.2 L/100km baseline
CO2 emitted Estimated tailpipe output
129.6 kg
Fuel mass Approximate tank weight
42.1 kg
Cost per km Based on 95 Petrol
R1.92
Directness index As-the-crow-flies ratio
82.8%
☀ Solar data
Daylight window at George
07:10 – 17:41
Active daylight
Solar noonHighest sun position
Total daylightUsable driving light
10 hrs 31 min
Light remainingUntil sunset
1 hr 14 min
SunriseDawn break
07:10
Fin Tax & wear
Wear & SARS deduction
R3,256.46
Single trip SARS allowance
SARS rate R4.18/km fixed rate
R4.18/km
Tyre wear Estimated tread cost
R15.58
Service wear Oil & filter allocation
R155.81
Total trip wear Excludes fuel & tolls
R3,427.86
Nav Maneuver index
Navigation complexity
High (23)
Turn difficulty rating
Roundabouts Multi-path navigation
4
Lane merges Yield required
1
Complex forks Path selection
0
Highway exits Deceleration zones
5
Route atlas

Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

ZA-ATLAS
Origin Kingsway Start: Kingsway -29.11566, 26.20618
Midpoint
389.8 km
Total: 779.1 km
Midpoint 389.8 km
779.1 km 527 min
Destination George End: Hibernia Street -33.95972, 22.45871

Route sheet

Route class Interprovincial corridor
Province span Free State to Western Cape
One-way road span 779.1 km
Return-cycle span 1558.2 km
Traversal time 527 min
Maneuver count 21
Maneuver density 2.7 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 389.8 km

Coordinate frame

Start -29.11566, 26.20618
Midpoint -31.49757, 23.67675
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 Kingsway from George? +
Kingsway is about 779.1 km from George by road.
How long does it take from Kingsway to George? +
The drive usually takes about 527 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from Kingsway 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 Kingsway 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 Kingsway to George? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R1,487.57 (R26.52 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R1,493.74 (R26.63 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R1,811.78 (R32.30 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R1,823.00 (R32.50 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from Kingsway to George? +
No tollgates are 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. This route crosses a provincial boundary. National roads appear in this route, so watch for toll signs and busier sections.
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Route Locations

Start area
Kingsway, Free State
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

Distance comparisons

Here are similar South African routes with a close travel distance, prioritised by the same province or matching province pair where possible.

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