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Distance from Othongathi to Bethlehem

Othongathi to Bethlehem is a full long-distance road trip, covering about 420.8 km in roughly 4 hrs 46 min.

N Othongathi → Bethlehem
Road distance
420.8 km
261.5 mi • 227.2 nmi
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
311.2 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
1.35×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
20
Info Travel board
Travel time
4 hrs 46 min
Return: 9 hrs 32 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
4 hrs 46 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
88.2 km/h
Stop-adjusted ETA 2 planned rest stops
5 hrs 16 min
Fuel Service sign
Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R704.38
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R707.71
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R784.67
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R791.03
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R929.39
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R933.79
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R1,035.32
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R1,043.72
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R1,222.88
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R1,228.67
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R1,362.27
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R1,373.31
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Fastest drive Direct drive estimate
4 hrs 46 min
Comfort drive Allows a short stop
5 hrs 1 min
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Route class Operational trip category
Local shared
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420.8 km 4 hrs 46 min
Start Othongathi
Finish Bethlehem
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Turn-by-turn directions

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  1. Start your journey
    0.0 km
  2. Turn right onto Makawuse Road
    0.2 km
  3. Turn left onto Mkhwanazi Road
    0.0 km
  4. Turn left onto Van Rova Road
    0.2 km
  5. At the end of the road, turn right onto Gopalall Hurbans Road
    1.1 km
  6. Turn left onto Ushukela Drive
    3.6 km
  7. Turn right towards N2: Durban
    0.9 km
  8. Merge slight right onto North Coast Toll Road
    9.1 km
  9. Continue straight onto Outer Ring Road
    24.3 km
  10. Take the exit ramp slight left towards N3: Pietermaritzburg
    0.2 km
  11. Keep slight right at the fork towards N3: Pietermaritzburg
    1.5 km
  12. Merge slight right
    15.3 km
  13. Keep slight right at the fork
    221.7 km
  14. Continue straight
    50.4 km
  15. Take the exit ramp slight left towards N5: Harrismith
    0.7 km
  16. Continue straight
    0.1 km
  17. Merge slight right towards N5: Harrismith
    90.2 km
  18. Continue left onto Eeufees Street
    1.0 km
  19. Turn right onto Roux Street
    0.4 km
  20. You have arrived at your destination
    0.0 km
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Tolls on this route

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Tolls found 23
Known total R852.50
Main toll road N2 - North Coast Toll Road
This route includes 23 toll points from our database. The strongest toll-road match is N2 - North Coast Toll Road.
Mariannhill Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R16.50
Tugela
Road: Road not linked yet
R100.00
Mariannhill Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R16.50
Mariannhill Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R16.50
Tugela
Road: Road not linked yet
R100.00
Mariannhill Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R16.50
Mooi
Road: Road not linked yet
R70.00
Treverton Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R21.00
Mooi Ramp Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R49.00
Treverton Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R21.00
Bergville
Road: Road not linked yet
R30.00
oThongathi
Road: Road not linked yet
R7.50
Bergville
Road: Road not linked yet
R30.00
oThongathi Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R15.50
oThongathi Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R15.50
oThongathi Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R15.50
oThongathi Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R15.50
oThongathi
Road: Road not linked yet
R7.50
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
King Shaka Airport
Road: Road not linked yet
R8.50
Stop Stopover sign
Halfway point
210.5 km
Mid-route position Road corridor partition
50 / 50
Time partition Start / finish split
2 hrs 23 min • 2 hrs 23 min
Waypoint reference Nearest route marker
Mid-route reference
Loc Route geography
Route geography
Othongathi → Bethlehem
Start and destination context
Start area Origin
Othongathi
Destination area Arrival
Bethlehem
Road span Street reference
— • —
Post Postal reference
Postal reference
— • —
Othongathi → Bethlehem
Othongathi 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
3 other similar routes
Johannesburg to Polokwane Similar distance
127.7 km
Pretoria to Nelspruit Similar distance
144.4 km
Cape Town to George Similar distance
48.3 km
Rev Related route set
Related route set
Bethlehem → Othongathi
Othongathi ↔ Bethlehem
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Route atlas

Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

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Origin Othongathi -29.56083, 31.12222
Midpoint
210.5 km
Total: 420.8 km
Midpoint 210.5 km
420.8 km 4 hrs 46 min
Destination Bethlehem -28.23083, 28.30889

Route sheet

Route class Resolved South Africa route
Province span South Africa
One-way road span 420.8 km
Return-cycle span 841.6 km
Traversal time 4 hrs 46 min
Maneuver count 20
Maneuver density 4.8 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 210.5 km

Coordinate frame

Start -29.56083, 31.12222
Midpoint -28.98509, 29.80238
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 Othongathi from Bethlehem? +
Othongathi is about 420.8 km from Bethlehem by road.
How long does it take from Othongathi to Bethlehem? +
The drive usually takes about 4 hrs 46 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from Othongathi to Bethlehem in one day? +
Yes, for many drivers this can be done in one day.
Is taxi available from Othongathi 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 Othongathi to Bethlehem? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R704.38 (R23.25 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R707.71 (R23.36 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R784.67 (R25.90 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R791.03 (R26.11 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from Othongathi to Bethlehem? +
Yes. There are 23 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 Othongathi To Bethlehem
: Pietermaritzburg
From Othongathi To Bethlehem
Johannesburg
From Othongathi To Bethlehem
: Harrismith
From Othongathi To Bethlehem

Route Locations

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

Distance comparisons

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Durban to Richards Bay Similar distance
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