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Distance from Knysna to Epping

Knysna to Epping is a full long-distance road trip, covering about 481.4 km in roughly 5 hrs 49 min.

N Knysna → Epping
Road distance
481.4 km
M7
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
414.5 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
1.16×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
20
Info Travel board
Travel time
5 hrs 49 min
Start point
Main Road
Return: 11 hrs 38 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
349 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
82.7 km/h
Stop-adjusted ETA 2 planned rest stops
6 hrs 19 min
Fuel Service sign
Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km
93 Petrol R26.52 / litre
R919.24
95 Petrol R26.63 / litre
R923.05
Diesel 500ppm R32.30 / litre
R1,119.59
Diesel 50ppm R32.50 / litre
R1,126.52
93 Petrol R26.52 / litre
R1,212.89
95 Petrol R26.63 / litre
R1,217.92
Diesel 500ppm R32.30 / litre
R1,477.24
Diesel 50ppm R32.50 / litre
R1,486.38
93 Petrol R26.52 / litre
R1,595.91
95 Petrol R26.63 / litre
R1,602.53
Diesel 500ppm R32.30 / litre
R1,943.73
Diesel 50ppm R32.50 / litre
R1,955.77
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🧭 Route vector
Compass bearing
270° W
Forward azimuth heading
Return heading Reverse azimuth
90° E
Coordinate delta Lat / Lon shift
North-East
Start coords Origin point
-34.0357, 23.0485
End coords Destination point
-33.9342, 18.5544
Taxi Local commuter
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Long-distance caution
Route class Operational trip category
Local shared
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481.4 km 349 min
Start Knysna
Finish Epping
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Start point
Destination
Driving route
Navigation sign

Turn-by-turn directions

↑
  1. Head on Main Road
    36.9 km
  2. Continue straight
    0.3 km
  3. Continue straight
    5.8 km
  4. At the roundabout, take the 2nd exit
    0.0 km
  5. Continue
    3.4 km
  6. Continue straight
    7.2 km
  7. At the roundabout, take the 2nd exit
    0.0 km
  8. Continue
    0.5 km
  9. Take the exit ramp slight left towards Mossel Bay
    1.1 km
  10. Continue straight
    79.9 km
  11. Continue straight
    53.5 km
  12. Continue straight
    287.0 km
  13. Take the exit ramp slight left towards M7
    0.6 km
  14. Turn right onto Jakes Gerwel Drive
    3.2 km
  15. Turn right onto Viking Way
    0.7 km
  16. Turn right onto Showground Avenue
    0.1 km
  17. At the end of the road, turn left onto Bofors Circle
    0.2 km
  18. Turn right onto Dacres Avenue
    0.7 km
  19. Turn left
    0.2 km
  20. You have arrived at your destination
    0.0 km
Routes ↩ Epping → Knysna Knysna to Johannesburg Knysna to Pretoria Knysna to Cape Town Knysna to Durban Johannesburg to Epping Pretoria to Epping Cape Town to Epping
Stop Stopover sign
Halfway point
240.4 km
Western Cape
Mid-route position Road corridor partition
50 / 50
Time partition Start / finish split
2 hrs 54 min • 2 hrs 54 min
Waypoint reference Nearest route marker
Western Cape
Vec Consumption & emissions
Consumption & emissions profile
34.7 L needed
Highly direct • 7.2 L/100km baseline
CO2 emitted Estimated tailpipe output
80.1 kg
Fuel mass Approximate tank weight
26.0 kg
Cost per km Based on 95 Petrol
R1.92
Directness index As-the-crow-flies ratio
86.1%
☀ Solar data
Daylight window at Epping
07:26 – 17:57
Active daylight
Solar noonHighest sun position
Total daylightUsable driving light
10 hrs 31 min
Light remainingUntil sunset
4 hrs 38 min
SunriseDawn break
07:26
Fin Tax & wear
Wear & SARS deduction
R2,012.33
Single trip SARS allowance
SARS rate R4.18/km fixed rate
R4.18/km
Tyre wear Estimated tread cost
R9.63
Service wear Oil & filter allocation
R96.28
Total trip wear Excludes fuel & tolls
R2,118.25
Nav Maneuver index
Navigation complexity
Moderate (12)
Turn difficulty rating
Roundabouts Multi-path navigation
2
Lane merges Yield required
0
Complex forks Path selection
0
Highway exits Deceleration zones
4
Route atlas

Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

ZA-ATLAS
Origin Knysna Start: Main Road -34.03573, 23.04849
Midpoint
240.4 km
Total: 481.4 km
Midpoint 240.4 km
481.4 km 349 min
Destination Epping -33.93417, 18.55444

Route sheet

Route class Intraprovincial corridor
Province span Western Cape
One-way road span 481.4 km
Return-cycle span 962.8 km
Traversal time 349 min
Maneuver count 20
Maneuver density 4.2 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 240.4 km

Coordinate frame

Start -34.03573, 23.04849
Midpoint -34.09915, 20.73580
End -33.93417, 18.55444
Destination services

Available in Epping

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

Service groups 6
Schools Clothing stores Banks Fuel stations and garages Supermarkets Shopping malls
Nearby category Schools Top 6 nearby matches around Epping
6
Nearby category Clothing stores Top 5 nearby matches around Epping
5
Nearby category Banks Top 2 nearby matches around Epping
2
Nearby category Fuel stations and garages Top 6 nearby matches around Epping
6
  • Shell
    130 Gunners Circle, 7460, Western Cape
  • Shell
    Halt Road, 7460, Western Cape
  • Shell
    100 Belvenie Avenue, 7490, Western Cape
  • Shell
    323 Voortrekker Road, 7460, Western Cape
  • Shell
    7764, Western Cape
  • Shell Select
    7405, Western Cape
Nearby category Supermarkets Top 6 nearby matches around Epping
6
Nearby category Shopping malls Top 5 nearby matches around Epping
5
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Questions 9
How far is Knysna from Epping? +
Knysna is about 481.4 km from Epping by road.
How long does it take from Knysna to Epping? +
The drive usually takes about 349 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from Knysna to Epping in one day? +
Yes, for many drivers this can be done in one day.
Is taxi available from Knysna to Epping? +
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 Knysna to Epping? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R919.24 (R26.52 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R923.05 (R26.63 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R1,119.59 (R32.30 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R1,126.52 (R32.50 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from Knysna to Epping? +
No tollgates are 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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Route Locations

Start area
Knysna, Western Cape
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available
Destination area
Epping, Western Cape
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available

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