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Distance from Richards Bay to Bethlehem

Richards Bay to Bethlehem is a full long-distance road trip, covering about 552.5 km in roughly 5 hrs 34 min.

N Richards Bay → Bethlehem
Road distance
552.5 km
N3 N5 R26 R34
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
371.2 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
1.49×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
12
Info Travel board
Travel time
5 hrs 34 min
Start point
John Ross Highway
End point
Roux Street
Return: 11 hrs 8 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
334 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
99.1 km/h
Stop-adjusted ETA 2 planned rest stops
6 hrs 4 min
Fuel Service sign
Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R924.85
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R929.23
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R1,030.27
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R1,038.62
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R1,220.29
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R1,226.06
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R1,359.38
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R1,370.40
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R1,605.65
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R1,613.24
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R1,788.65
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R1,803.16
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🧭 Route vector
Compass bearing
278° W
Forward azimuth heading
Return heading Reverse azimuth
98° E
Coordinate delta Lat / Lon shift
North-East
Start coords Origin point
-28.7708, 32.0578
End coords Destination point
-28.2308, 28.3089
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Long-distance caution
Route class Operational trip category
Local shared
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Route map

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Start, destination and route line.

552.5 km 334 min
Start Richards Bay
Finish Bethlehem
Map key
Start point
Destination
Driving route
Navigation sign

Turn-by-turn directions

↑
  1. Head west on John Ross Highway, R34
    12.9 km
  2. Turn left
    157.6 km
  3. Keep left
    0.3 km
  4. Keep right
    238.9 km
  5. Turn slight left onto N3
    50.2 km
  6. Keep left
    0.5 km
  7. Keep right
    90.4 km
  8. Turn left onto Eeufees Street, N5
    1.2 km
  9. Turn right onto Commissioner Street, R26
    0.2 km
  10. Turn right onto Muller Street, N5
    0.2 km
  11. Turn left onto Roux Street
    0.2 km
  12. Arrive at Roux Street, on the right
    0.0 km
Navigation sign

Tolls on this route

R
Tolls found 34
Known total R1,260.00
Main toll road N3
This route includes 34 toll points from our database. The strongest toll-road match is N3.
Mariannhill Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R16.50
oThongathi Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R15.50
Mvoti Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R18.50
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
oThongathi Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R15.50
Tugela
Road: Road not linked yet
R100.00
oThongathi Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R15.50
Mvoti Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R18.50
Mariannhill Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R16.50
oThongathi Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R15.50
Mooi
Road: Road not linked yet
R70.00
King Shaka Airport
Road: Road not linked yet
R8.50
Mooi Ramp Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R49.00
Mandini
Road: Road not linked yet
R10.00
Mandini Ramp Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R10.00
Dokodweni Ramp Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R27.00
oThongathi
Road: Road not linked yet
R7.50
Treverton Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R21.00
Dokodweni
Road: Road not linked yet
R27.00
Treverton Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R21.00
oThongathi
Road: Road not linked yet
R7.50
Mtunzini Ramp Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R53.00
Mtunzini Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R63.50
Mtunzini Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R63.50
Mtunzini Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R63.50
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
Mtunzini Ramp Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R53.00
Bergville
Road: Road not linked yet
R30.00
Bergville
Road: Road not linked yet
R30.00
Routes ↩ Bethlehem → Richards Bay Richards Bay to Johannesburg Richards Bay to Pretoria Richards Bay to Cape Town Richards Bay to Durban Johannesburg to Bethlehem Pretoria to Bethlehem Cape Town to Bethlehem
Stop Stopover sign
Halfway point
276.2 km
Mid-route position Road corridor partition
50 / 50
Time partition Start / finish split
2 hrs 47 min • 2 hrs 47 min
Waypoint reference Nearest route marker
Mid-route reference
Vec Consumption & emissions
Consumption & emissions profile
39.8 L needed
Low efficiency • 7.2 L/100km baseline
CO2 emitted Estimated tailpipe output
91.9 kg
Fuel mass Approximate tank weight
29.8 kg
Cost per km Based on 95 Petrol
R1.68
Directness index As-the-crow-flies ratio
67.2%
☀ Solar data
Daylight window at Bethlehem
06:33 – 17:34
Active daylight
Solar noonHighest sun position
Total daylightUsable driving light
11 hrs 1 min
Light remainingUntil sunset
7 hrs 4 min
SunriseDawn break
06:33
Fin Tax & wear
Wear & SARS deduction
R2,309.37
Single trip SARS allowance
SARS rate R4.18/km fixed rate
R4.18/km
Tyre wear Estimated tread cost
R11.05
Service wear Oil & filter allocation
R110.50
Total trip wear Excludes fuel & tolls
R2,430.91
Nav Maneuver index
Navigation complexity
Low (0)
Turn difficulty rating
Roundabouts Multi-path navigation
0
Lane merges Yield required
0
Complex forks Path selection
0
Highway exits Deceleration zones
0
Route atlas

Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

ZA-ATLAS
Origin Richards Bay Start: John Ross Highway -28.77079, 32.05778
Midpoint
276.2 km
Total: 552.5 km
Midpoint 276.2 km
552.5 km 334 min
Destination Bethlehem End: Roux Street -28.23083, 28.30889

Route sheet

Route class Resolved South Africa route
Province span South Africa
One-way road span 552.5 km
Return-cycle span 1105 km
Traversal time 334 min
Maneuver count 12
Maneuver density 2.2 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 276.2 km

Coordinate frame

Start -28.77079, 32.05778
Midpoint -29.41743, 30.16206
End -28.23083, 28.30889
Destination services

Available in Bethlehem

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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 Richards Bay from Bethlehem? +
Richards Bay is about 552.5 km from Bethlehem by road.
How long does it take from Richards Bay to Bethlehem? +
The drive usually takes about 334 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from Richards Bay to Bethlehem 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 Richards Bay 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 Richards Bay to Bethlehem? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R924.85 (R23.25 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R929.23 (R23.36 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R1,030.27 (R25.90 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R1,038.62 (R26.11 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from Richards Bay to Bethlehem? +
Yes. There are 34 tollgates 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. National roads appear in this route, so watch for toll signs and busier sections.
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Route Locations

Start area
Richards Bay
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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