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Distance from Randfontein to Bethlehem

Randfontein to Bethlehem is a solid inter-town journey, covering about 268.8 km in roughly 4 hrs 4 min.

N Randfontein → Bethlehem
Road distance
268.8 km
167.0 mi • 145.1 nmi
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
236.7 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
1.14×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
16
Info Travel board
Travel time
4 hrs 4 min
Return: 8 hrs 9 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
4 hrs 4 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
65.9 km/h
Stop-adjusted ETA 2 planned rest stops
4 hrs 34 min
Fuel Service sign
Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R449.91
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R452.04
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R501.19
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R505.26
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R593.64
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R596.44
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R661.30
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R666.66
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R781.10
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R784.79
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R870.13
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R877.18
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Fastest drive Direct drive estimate
4 hrs 4 min
Comfort drive Allows a short stop
4 hrs 19 min
Taxi Local commuter
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Route class Operational trip category
Local shared
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268.8 km 4 hrs 4 min
Start Randfontein
Finish Bethlehem
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Turn-by-turn directions

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  1. Start your journey
    0.0 km
  2. Turn left onto Tambotie Road
    0.4 km
  3. Continue straight onto Van Riebeeck Road
    0.5 km
  4. Continue straight onto 6th Street
    0.4 km
  5. Turn right onto Main Reef Road
    18.7 km
  6. Continue straight onto Randfontein Road
    26.2 km
  7. Turn right towards N1
    0.5 km
  8. Merge slight right
    10.0 km
  9. Take the exit ramp slight left towards R57: Vanderbijlpark
    1.9 km
  10. Continue straight
    77.5 km
  11. Turn left
    3.2 km
  12. Continue straight
    75.6 km
  13. Turn right onto Hospital Road
    52.4 km
  14. Turn right onto Eeufees Street
    1.0 km
  15. Turn right onto Roux Street
    0.4 km
  16. You have arrived at your destination
    0.0 km
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Tolls on this route

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Tolls found 0
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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
Stop Stopover sign
Halfway point
134.7 km
Mid-route position Road corridor partition
50 / 50
Time partition Start / finish split
2 hrs 2 min • 2 hrs 2 min
Waypoint reference Nearest route marker
Mid-route reference
Loc Route geography
Route geography
Randfontein → Bethlehem
Start and destination context
Start area Origin
Randfontein
Destination area Arrival
Bethlehem
Road span Street reference
— • —
Post Postal reference
Postal reference
— • —
Randfontein → Bethlehem
Randfontein Origin postcode
Not available
Bethlehem Destination postcode
Not available
Province span Route area
South Africa
Set Nearby route set
Nearby route set
Pretoria to Nelspruit
3 other similar routes
Pretoria to Nelspruit Similar distance
7.6 km
Johannesburg to Polokwane Similar distance
24.3 km
Rustenburg to Mahikeng Similar distance
107.3 km
Rev Related route set
Related route set
Bethlehem → Randfontein
Randfontein ↔ Bethlehem
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Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

ZA-ATLAS
Origin Randfontein -26.17361, 27.69417
Midpoint
134.7 km
Total: 268.8 km
Midpoint 134.7 km
268.8 km 4 hrs 4 min
Destination Bethlehem -28.23083, 28.30889

Route sheet

Route class Resolved South Africa route
Province span South Africa
One-way road span 268.8 km
Return-cycle span 537.5 km
Traversal time 4 hrs 4 min
Maneuver count 16
Maneuver density 6.0 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 134.7 km

Coordinate frame

Start -26.17361, 27.69417
Midpoint -27.26071, 27.96421
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 Randfontein from Bethlehem? +
Randfontein is about 268.8 km from Bethlehem by road.
How long does it take from Randfontein to Bethlehem? +
The drive usually takes about 4 hrs 4 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from Randfontein to Bethlehem in one day? +
Yes, for many drivers this can be done in one day.
Is taxi available from Randfontein 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 Randfontein to Bethlehem? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R449.91 (R23.25 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R452.04 (R23.36 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R501.19 (R25.90 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R505.26 (R26.11 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from Randfontein to Bethlehem? +
No tollgates are currently matched for this route.
What is the route verdict for this trip? +
Long same-day trip: This can work in one day, but a rest stop and early departure are recommended.
Is there a long-trip warning on this route? +
This is a medium-to-long route. A fuel or refreshment stop is a good idea.
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

: Vanderbijlpark
From Randfontein To Bethlehem
Sasolburg
From Randfontein To Bethlehem
Vereeniging
From Randfontein To Bethlehem

Route Locations

Start area
Randfontein
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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