Distance from Oliver Tambo to E 47

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Halfway point

287.0 km

Free State to Eastern Cape

Mid-route position Road corridor partition

50 / 50

Time partition Start / finish split

3 hrs 46 min • 3 hrs 46 min

Waypoint reference Nearest route marker

Free State to Eastern Cape

Vec Consumption & emissions

Consumption & emissions profile

41.3 L needed

Moderate efficiency • 7.2 L/100km baseline

CO2 emitted Estimated tailpipe output

95.3 kg

Fuel mass Approximate tank weight

31.0 kg

Cost per km Based on 95 Petrol

R1.96

Directness index As-the-crow-flies ratio

80.8%

☀ Solar data

Daylight window at E 47

07:11 – 17:12

Outside daylight hours

Solar noonHighest sun position

12:12

Total daylightUsable driving light

10 hrs 1 min

Light remainingUntil sunset

Expired

SunriseDawn break

07:11

Fin Tax & wear

Wear & SARS deduction

R2,395.78

Single trip SARS allowance

SARS rate R4.18/km fixed rate

R4.18/km

Tyre wear Estimated tread cost

R11.46

Service wear Oil & filter allocation

R114.63

Total trip wear Excludes fuel & tolls

R2,521.87

Nav Maneuver index

Navigation complexity

Moderate (15)

Turn difficulty rating

Roundabouts Multi-path navigation

Lane merges Yield required

Complex forks Path selection

Highway exits Deceleration zones

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Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

ZA-ATLAS

Origin Oliver Tambo Start: Oliver Tambo -29.12867, 26.21883

Midpoint

287.0 km

Total: 573.2 km

Midpoint 287.0 km

573.2 km 7 hrs 33 min

Destination E 47 End: East -33.28339, 26.56237

Route sheet

Route class Interprovincial corridor

Province span Free State to Eastern Cape

One-way road span 573.2 km

Return-cycle span 1,146.3 km

Traversal time 7 hrs 33 min

Maneuver count 19

Maneuver density 3.3 /100 km

Midpoint chainage 287.0 km

Coordinate frame

Start -29.12867, 26.21883

Midpoint -31.30873, 26.70119

End -33.28339, 26.56237

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How far is Oliver Tambo from E 47? +

Oliver Tambo is about 573.2 km from E 47 by road.

How long does it take from Oliver Tambo to E 47? +

The drive usually takes about 7 hrs 33 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.

Is it possible to drive from Oliver Tambo to E 47 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 Oliver Tambo to E 47? +

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 Oliver Tambo to E 47? +

Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R1,153.41 (R27.95 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R1,157.95 (R28.06 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R1,152.18 (R27.92 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R1,207.47 (R29.26 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.

Are there any tollgates from Oliver Tambo to E 47? +

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. This route looks more local or regional, but always check signs and road conditions on the day.

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Mugg & Bean

Quickshop

Bonjour

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Pick n Pay

Bonjour

TotalEnergies

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Khutliso Daniels Secondary School

N V Cewu Public Primary School

C. M. Vellem Primary School

Samuel Ntlebi Primary School

T. E. M. Mrwetyana Secondary School

D D Siwisa Primary School

Archie Mbolekwa School

Tantyi Primary School

Nedbank Highflats

Micronized Products (Pty) Ltd - Grahamstown

Auto Clinic

Quickshop

Shoprite

PEP

Pick n Pay

Shell

GBS Mutual Bank

PEP

Tops at Spar

Spar

Nedbank

Director of Public Prosecutions Eastern Cape

Capitec Bank

Makana Health Sub-district Offices

Spec Savers

Department of Economic Development and Environmental Affairs

Checkers

The Crazy Store

Department of Roads and Transport

Pick n Pay

Hoof & Hound

Legal Resources Centre

Gadra Education Office

Jacques' Artisinal Bread

GEEnet

South African Institute for Aquatic Biodiversity (SAIAB)

Bouquet Florist for Flowers Grahamstown

Quickshop

Bonjour

Quickshop

Dream Supermarket

Shell Select

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Protea Hotel Bloemfontein Willow Lake

Southern Sun Bloemfontein

City Lodge Hotel Bloemfontein

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