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Distance from Merewent to Bethlehem

Merewent to Bethlehem is a full long-distance road trip, covering about 392.9 km in roughly 4 hrs 29 min.

N Merewent → Bethlehem
Road distance
392.9 km
244.1 mi • 212.1 nmi
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
322.6 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
1.22×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
18
Info Travel board
Travel time
4 hrs 29 min
Return: 8 hrs 58 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
4 hrs 29 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
87.5 km/h
Stop-adjusted ETA 2 planned rest stops
4 hrs 59 min
Fuel Service sign
Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R657.66
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R660.78
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R732.62
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R738.56
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R867.75
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R871.86
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R966.66
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R974.50
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R1,141.78
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R1,147.18
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R1,271.92
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R1,282.23
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Fastest drive Direct drive estimate
4 hrs 29 min
Comfort drive Allows a short stop
4 hrs 44 min
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Route class Operational trip category
Local shared
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392.9 km 4 hrs 29 min
Start Merewent
Finish Bethlehem
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Start point
Destination
Driving route
Navigation sign

Turn-by-turn directions

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  1. Head on Dinapur Road
    0.4 km
  2. Turn left onto Badulla Drive
    0.4 km
  3. Continue straight onto Basil February Road
    1.1 km
  4. Take the ramp right towards M4: City Centre
    0.5 km
  5. Merge slight right onto Inkosi Albert Luthuli Freeway
    4.0 km
  6. Take the exit ramp slight left towards R102: Bluff
    0.2 km
  7. At the end of the road, turn right onto South Coast Road
    0.3 km
  8. Turn left onto Solomon Mahlangu Drive
    15.0 km
  9. Take the exit ramp slight left towards N3: Pietermaritzburg
    1.1 km
  10. Merge slight left
    5.5 km
  11. Keep slight right at the fork
    221.7 km
  12. Continue straight
    50.4 km
  13. Take the exit ramp slight left towards N5: Harrismith
    0.7 km
  14. Continue straight
    0.1 km
  15. Merge slight right towards N5: Harrismith
    90.2 km
  16. Continue left onto Eeufees Street
    1.0 km
  17. Turn right onto Roux Street
    0.4 km
  18. You have arrived at your destination
    0.0 km
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Tolls on this route

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Tolls found 16
Known total R767.00
Main toll road M4 - Magalies Toll Route
This route includes 16 toll points from our database. The strongest toll-road match is M4 - Magalies Toll Route.
Tugela
Road: Road not linked yet
R100.00
Tugela
Road: Road not linked yet
R100.00
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
Mooi Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R70.00
Mooi
Road: Road not linked yet
R70.00
Mooi Ramp Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R49.00
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
Bergville
Road: Road not linked yet
R30.00
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
Stop Stopover sign
Halfway point
196.5 km
Mid-route position Road corridor partition
50 / 50
Time partition Start / finish split
2 hrs 14 min • 2 hrs 14 min
Waypoint reference Nearest route marker
Mid-route reference
Loc Route geography
Route geography
Merewent → Bethlehem
Start and destination context
Start area Origin
Merewent
Destination area Arrival
Bethlehem
Road span Street reference
— • —
Post Postal reference
Postal reference
— • —
Merewent → Bethlehem
Merewent Origin postcode
Not available
Bethlehem Destination postcode
Not available
Province span Route area
South Africa
Set Nearby route set
Nearby route set
Johannesburg to Polokwane
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Johannesburg to Polokwane Similar distance
99.8 km
Pretoria to Nelspruit Similar distance
116.5 km
Cape Town to George Similar distance
20.4 km
Rev Related route set
Related route set
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Merewent ↔ Bethlehem
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Route atlas

Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

ZA-ATLAS
Origin Merewent -29.95759, 30.97754
Midpoint
196.5 km
Total: 392.9 km
Midpoint 196.5 km
392.9 km 4 hrs 29 min
Destination Bethlehem -28.23083, 28.30889

Route sheet

Route class Resolved South Africa route
Province span South Africa
One-way road span 392.9 km
Return-cycle span 785.7 km
Traversal time 4 hrs 29 min
Maneuver count 18
Maneuver density 4.6 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 196.5 km

Coordinate frame

Start -29.95759, 30.97754
Midpoint -28.87703, 29.74015
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 Merewent from Bethlehem? +
Merewent is about 392.9 km from Bethlehem by road.
How long does it take from Merewent to Bethlehem? +
The drive usually takes about 4 hrs 29 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from Merewent to Bethlehem in one day? +
Yes, for many drivers this can be done in one day.
Is taxi available from Merewent 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 Merewent to Bethlehem? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R657.66 (R23.25 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R660.78 (R23.36 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R732.62 (R25.90 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R738.56 (R26.11 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from Merewent to Bethlehem? +
Yes. There are 16 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

: City Centre
From Merewent To Bethlehem
: Bluff
From Merewent To Bethlehem
Queensburgh
From Merewent To Bethlehem
: Pietermaritzburg
From Merewent To Bethlehem
: Harrismith
From Merewent To Bethlehem

Route Locations

Start area
Merewent
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available
Destination area
Bethlehem
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available

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