South Africa route platform Distance24 Road distance, travel time and route planning across South Africa.
Donate

Distance from Seaview to Kokstad

Seaview to Kokstad is a full long-distance road trip, covering about 717.7 km in roughly 8 hrs 42 min.

N Seaview → Kokstad
Road distance
717.7 km
N2 R72
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
542.9 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
1.32×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
23
Info Travel board
Travel time
8 hrs 42 min
Start point
Seaview Road
End point
Main Street
Return: 25 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
522 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
82.4 km/h
Stop-adjusted ETA 4 planned rest stops
9 hrs 42 min
Fuel Service sign
Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R1,201.37
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R1,207.05
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R1,338.30
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R1,349.15
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R1,585.14
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R1,592.64
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R1,765.81
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R1,780.13
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R2,085.71
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R2,095.58
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R2,323.44
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R2,342.27
See more fuel details from Seaview to Kokstad
🧭 Route vector
Compass bearing
46° NE
Forward azimuth heading
Return heading Reverse azimuth
226° SW
Coordinate delta Lat / Lon shift
North-East
Start coords Origin point
-34.0118, 25.3539
End coords Destination point
-30.5475, 29.4244
Taxi Local commuter
Taxi fare estimate
Check local taxi rank
Long-distance caution
Route class Operational trip category
Local shared
Leave → Arrival time loading…
Accommodation

Where to stay near Kokstad

Road-trip friendly stays matched to this destination and corridor, with photos, price positioning and quick property links.

No accommodation listings have been added for this route yet.

Suggest accommodation
Route

Route overview

Live map, directions, tolls and route services.

Map Directions Tolls Trip planning
Route map

Live map

Start, destination and route line.

717.7 km 8 hrs 42 min
Start Seaview
Finish Kokstad
Map key
Start point
Destination
Driving route
Navigation sign

Turn-by-turn directions

↑
  1. Head on Seaview Road
    9.8 km
  2. Take the ramp right towards N2: Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth)
    0.6 km
  3. Merge slight right onto Great West Way
    65.6 km
  4. Take the exit ramp slight left towards N2: Grahamstown
    0.9 km
  5. Continue straight
    0.7 km
  6. Take the exit ramp slight left towards R72: Port Alfred
    0.3 km
  7. At the end of the road, turn right
    236.1 km
  8. Turn left onto Currie Street
    1.1 km
  9. Continue straight onto Fitzpatrick Road
    0.3 km
  10. Continue straight onto Valley Road
    0.9 km
  11. Continue straight onto North East Expressway
    4.1 km
  12. Continue straight
    0.3 km
  13. Turn right towards N2
    0.5 km
  14. Merge slight right
    217.7 km
  15. Turn left onto Madeira Street
    174.7 km
  16. Turn left
    0.4 km
  17. At the roundabout, take the 1st exit
    0.0 km
  18. Continue
    0.3 km
  19. Continue straight
    1.1 km
  20. Turn left
    2.0 km
  21. Turn right onto Barclay Street
    0.1 km
  22. Turn left onto Main Street
    0.2 km
  23. You have arrived at your destination
    0.0 km
Navigation sign

Tolls on this route

R
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 ↩ Kokstad → Seaview Seaview to Johannesburg Seaview to Pretoria Seaview to Cape Town Seaview to Durban Johannesburg to Kokstad Pretoria to Kokstad Cape Town to Kokstad
Stop Stopover sign
Halfway point
358.9 km
Mid-route position Road corridor partition
50 / 50
Time partition Start / finish split
4 hrs 21 min • 4 hrs 21 min
Waypoint reference Nearest route marker
Mid-route reference
Vec Consumption & emissions
Consumption & emissions profile
51.7 L needed
Moderate efficiency • 7.2 L/100km baseline
CO2 emitted Estimated tailpipe output
119.4 kg
Fuel mass Approximate tank weight
38.8 kg
Cost per km Based on 95 Petrol
R1.68
Directness index As-the-crow-flies ratio
75.6%
☀ Solar data
Daylight window at Kokstad
06:31 – 17:26
Outside daylight hours
Solar noonHighest sun position
Total daylightUsable driving light
10 hrs 54 min
Light remainingUntil sunset
Expired
SunriseDawn break
06:31
Fin Tax & wear
Wear & SARS deduction
R2,999.83
Single trip SARS allowance
SARS rate R4.18/km fixed rate
R4.18/km
Tyre wear Estimated tread cost
R14.35
Service wear Oil & filter allocation
R143.53
Total trip wear Excludes fuel & tolls
R3,157.72
Nav Maneuver index
Navigation complexity
Moderate (11)
Turn difficulty rating
Roundabouts Multi-path navigation
1
Lane merges Yield required
2
Complex forks Path selection
0
Highway exits Deceleration zones
3
Route atlas

Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

ZA-ATLAS
Origin Seaview Start: Seaview Road -34.01185, 25.35387
Midpoint
358.9 km
Total: 717.7 km
Midpoint 358.9 km
717.7 km 8 hrs 42 min
Destination Kokstad End: Main Street -30.54750, 29.42444

Route sheet

Route class Resolved South Africa route
Province span South Africa
One-way road span 717.7 km
Return-cycle span 1,435.3 km
Traversal time 8 hrs 42 min
Maneuver count 23
Maneuver density 3.2 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 358.9 km

Coordinate frame

Start -34.01185, 25.35387
Midpoint -32.69285, 28.02093
End -30.54750, 29.42444
Destination services

Available in Kokstad

Useful places near your destination, from everyday essentials to local stops that can help you settle in faster when you arrive.

Service groups 3
Schools Clothing stores Supermarkets
Nearby category Schools Top 6 nearby matches around Kokstad
6
Nearby category Clothing stores Top 1 nearby match around Kokstad
1
  • PEP
    Kokstad, 4700, KwaZulu-Natal
Nearby category Supermarkets Top 2 nearby matches around Kokstad
2
  • Boxer
    Kokstad, 4700, KwaZulu-Natal
  • Shoprite
    Kokstad, 4700, KwaZulu-Natal
Route support

Route FAQ

Tap a question to expand the answer and keep the section compact while browsing the route page.

Questions 9
How far is Seaview from Kokstad? +
Seaview is about 717.7 km from Kokstad by road.
How long does it take from Seaview to Kokstad? +
The drive usually takes about 8 hrs 42 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from Seaview to Kokstad 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 Seaview to Kokstad? +
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 Seaview to Kokstad? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R1,201.37 (R23.25 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R1,207.05 (R23.36 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R1,338.30 (R25.90 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R1,349.15 (R26.11 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from Seaview to Kokstad? +
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. National roads appear in this route, so watch for toll signs and busier sections.
Editorial

From the editorial desk

Fresh route reads, destination ideas and planning guides from the Distance24 editorial blog.

Open blog
Route support

Something wrong?

Report wrong directions, map issues, spelling mistakes, toll problems or anything else on this route for admin review.

Distance Directions Map Tolls Place issue Spelling
Your report is sent together with the current route page and route names so it is easier to review and fix.

Towns along the route

: Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth)
From Seaview To Kokstad
Great Way
From Seaview To Kokstad
: Grahamstown
From Seaview To Kokstad
: Port Alfred
From Seaview To Kokstad
Expressway
From Seaview To Kokstad

Route Locations

Start area
Seaview
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available
Destination area
Kokstad
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available

Distance comparisons

Here are similar South African routes with a close travel distance, prioritised by the same province or matching province pair where possible.

Cape Town to George Similar distance
About 372.4 km Difference: 345.2 km
Gqeberha to East London Similar distance
About 238.6 km Difference: 479.1 km
Johannesburg to Polokwane Similar distance
About 293.1 km Difference: 424.6 km
Pretoria to Nelspruit Similar distance
About 276.4 km Difference: 441.3 km
East London to Mthatha Similar distance
About 178.6 km Difference: 539.1 km

Reverse route and related trips

View distance from Kokstad to Seaview

Seaview to Johannesburg Seaview to Pretoria Seaview to Cape Town Seaview to Durban Johannesburg to Kokstad Pretoria to Kokstad Cape Town to Kokstad Durban to Kokstad

Legal and trust information

Access pages for Distance24.co.za and distance24.co.za/fuel, including privacy, terms, disclaimers, contact details and editorial standards.

Open Trust Centre
Privacy Policy Data, cookies and privacy requests → Terms of Use Rules, responsibilities and usage terms → Disclaimer Important estimate and route limitations → Contact Support, privacy, editorial and ads →
Trust Centre About Privacy Policy Terms of Use Disclaimer PAIA Manual Contact Advertising Disclosure Editorial Policy Cookies Corrections

© 2026 Distance24.co.za. All rights reserved.

Distance24.co.za combines Leaflet, OpenStreetMap, Nominatim, Geoapify, OSRM, OpenRouteService and Open-Meteo to power map display, place search, route planning, distance calculations and weather information.