Distance from S3 to Knysna

N S3 → Knysna

Road distance

477.8 km

Highway dominant · N2

S3 to Knysna is a full long-distance road trip, covering about 477.8 km in roughly 5 hrs 49 min.

Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference

417.6 km

Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio

1.14×

Navigation steps Instruction count in route set

Info Travel board

Travel time

5 hrs 49 min

Start point

Baden Powell Drive

Return: 11 hrs 38 min

Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration

349 min

Average velocity Distance over route runtime

82.1 km/h

Stop-adjusted ETA 2 planned rest stops

6 hrs 19 min

Fuel Service sign

Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km

93 Petrol R27.16 / litre

R934.40

95 Petrol R27.19 / litre

R935.43

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🧭 Route vector

Compass bearing

90° E

Forward azimuth heading

Return heading Reverse azimuth

270° W

Coordinate delta Lat / Lon shift

North-East

Start coords Origin point

-34.0911, 18.5157

End coords Destination point

-34.0357, 23.0485

Taxi Transport options

Shared taxi fare

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Long-distance caution

Route class Operational trip category

Long-distance

Operator type Service format

Minibus taxi

Weather 13 °C S3 Clear Sky View Forecast → 8 °C Knysna Fog View Forecast →

Travel modes

S3 → Knysna

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Car

477.8 km

5 hrs 49 min

Road route

🏍️ Estimate

Two-wheeler

477.8 km

~7 hrs 21 min

65 km/h avg

🚗 16 km to Cape Town International
✈ CPT → GRJ (41 min)
🚗 62 km from George Airport
↑ 2 hrs 12 min faster than driving · Search →

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Route

Route overview

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Map Directions Tolls Trip planning

Start S3

Finish Knysna

Map key

Start point

Destination

Driving route

Navigation sign

Turn-by-turn directions

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Directions from S3 to Knysna via N2

National highway N2
Head on Baden Powell Drive

21.6 km
Turn right towards N2: Somerset West

0.5 km
Merge slight right

348.3 km
Take the exit ramp straight towards N2: George

0.9 km
Continue straight

50.9 km
Keep slight right at the fork towards N2: Knysna

1.2 km
Continue straight

0.6 km
At the roundabout, take the 2nd exit

0.0 km
Continue

10.6 km
At the roundabout, take the 2nd exit

0.0 km
Continue

5.8 km
Continue straight

0.3 km
Continue straight

1.9 km
Continue straight

35.1 km
You have arrived at your destination

0.0 km

Navigation sign

Tolls on this route

Tolls found 0

Known total —

Main toll road N2 - North Coast Toll Road

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.

N2 - North Coast Toll Road N2 - North Coast Toll Road N2 - North Coast Toll Road N2 - North Coast Toll Road

Routes ↩ Knysna → S3 S3 to Johannesburg S3 to Pretoria S3 to Cape Town S3 to Durban Johannesburg to Knysna Pretoria to Knysna Cape Town to Knysna

Stop Stopover sign

Halfway point

238.6 km

Western Cape

Mid-route position Road corridor partition

50 / 50

Time partition Start / finish split

2 hrs 54 min • 2 hrs 54 min

Waypoint reference Nearest route marker

Western Cape

Vec Consumption & emissions

Consumption & emissions profile

34.4 L needed

Highly direct • 7.2 L/100km baseline

CO2 emitted Estimated tailpipe output

79.5 kg

Fuel mass Approximate tank weight

25.8 kg

Cost per km Based on 95 Petrol

R1.96

Directness index As-the-crow-flies ratio

87.4%

☀ Solar data

Daylight window at Knysna

07:31 – 17:24

Outside daylight hours

Solar noonHighest sun position

12:28

Total daylightUsable driving light

9 hrs 53 min

Light remainingUntil sunset

16 hrs 53 min

SunriseDawn break

07:31

Fin Tax & wear

Wear & SARS deduction

R1,997.32

Single trip SARS allowance

SARS rate R4.18/km fixed rate

R4.18/km

Tyre wear Estimated tread cost

R9.56

Service wear Oil & filter allocation

R95.57

Total trip wear Excludes fuel & tolls

R2,102.44

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

Route atlas

Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

ZA-ATLAS

Origin S3 Start: Baden Powell Drive -34.09113, 18.51566

Midpoint

238.6 km

Total: 477.8 km

Midpoint 238.6 km

477.8 km 5 hrs 49 min

Destination Knysna -34.03573, 23.04849

Route sheet

Route class Intraprovincial corridor

Province span Western Cape

One-way road span 477.8 km

Return-cycle span 955.7 km

Traversal time 5 hrs 49 min

Maneuver count 15

Maneuver density 3.1 /100 km

Midpoint chainage 238.6 km

Coordinate frame

Start -34.09113, 18.51566

Midpoint -34.10365, 20.75204

End -34.03573, 23.04849

Destination brief

Travelling to Knysna

A polished arrival snapshot covering what stands out, who the place suits best and what to keep in mind before you get there.

Signature Lagoon and forests

Standout

Knysna stands out for its estuary, indigenous forests and the dramatic Knysna Heads, giving it a stronger natural identity than a simple Garden Route stop.

Best for Who this destination suits

Garden Route base Lagoon views Food weekend Forest and beach mix

Arrival What to expect on arrival

The final stop matters. A stay near the lagoon, Leisure Isle, the Heads or the forest side can feel like very different versions of Knysna.

Regional base Good base for nearby trips

Use Knysna as a Garden Route base for lagoon town time, forest drives, nearby beaches and short hops to Plettenberg Bay, Sedgefield and Wilderness.

Destination facts Quick reference details

Garden Route destination

Known for the Knysna Heads and estuary

Surrounded by indigenous forest and coastline

Route support

Route FAQ

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Questions 9

How far is S3 from Knysna? +

S3 is about 477.8 km from Knysna by road.

How long does it take from S3 to Knysna? +

The drive usually takes about 5 hrs 49 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.

Is it possible to drive from S3 to Knysna in one day? +

Yes, for many drivers this can be done in one day.

Is taxi available from S3 to Knysna? +

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 S3 to Knysna? +

Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R961.58 (R27.95 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R965.37 (R28.06 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R960.55 (R27.92 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R1,006.65 (R29.26 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.

Are there any tollgates from S3 to Knysna? +

No tollgates are 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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Places from S3 to Knysna

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Pick n Pay Express

Shell

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Oumeul Bakkery

Quickshop

Familie Geheimpies

Garden of Aidan

Fresh Bean Coffee Roastary

Treats by Louisa

The Branch Manager

Shell Select

Bonjour

Pick n Pay Express

Shell Select

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Hyundai Knysna (Hoopers)

Gypsy Bloo

Pick n Pay

Edgars

Norseman Menswear

Telkom

Shoprite

Checkers

Knysna High School

Woolworths

Jet

Creative Design Studio Knysna

Shell Select

Knysna Primary School

Yo Kimono

i4x4.io - Tyres

Laundry Drop & Go

Builders Express

Pick n Pay Express

Elements Retail Nursery

Metelerkamps

Greeff's Butchery and Cafe

Knysna Electronics

KnysnaON

Nissan

All that Jazz

Bonjour

Bodge Engineering

Stander Hydraulics

Vogue Body Worx

Danmar

Venter Engineering

Pick n Pay

Pick n Pay Express

Quickshop

Fair Deal

BP Shop

Shell

Shell

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