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Distance from Shell Select 6001 Eastern Cape to Knysna

Shell Select 6001 Eastern Cape to Knysna is a solid inter-town journey, covering about 263.6 km in roughly 3 hrs 7 min. It also crosses a provincial boundary.

N Shell Select 6001 Eastern Cape → Knysna
Road distance
263.6 km
163.8 mi • 142.3 nmi
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
236.0 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
1.12×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
18
Info Travel board
Travel time
3 hrs 7 min
Return: 6 hrs 14 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
3 hrs 7 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
84.4 km/h
Stop-adjusted ETA 1 planned rest stop
3 hrs 22 min
Fuel Service sign
Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R441.21
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R443.30
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R491.50
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R495.48
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R582.15
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R584.90
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R648.50
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R653.76
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R765.99
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R769.61
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R853.29
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R860.21
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Fastest drive Direct drive estimate
3 hrs 7 min
Comfort drive Allows a short stop
3 hrs 22 min
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Route class Operational trip category
Local shared
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263.6 km 3 hrs 7 min
Start Shell Select 6001 Eastern Cape
Finish Knysna
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  1. Start your journey
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  2. Turn left
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  3. Turn right onto Perkins Street
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  4. Turn right onto Crawford Street
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  5. Turn left onto Govan Mbeki Avenue
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  6. Keep slight left at the fork onto Harrower Road
    1.5 km
  7. At the roundabout, take the 2nd exit onto Harrower Road
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  8. Continue onto Harrower Road
    0.9 km
  9. Continue straight onto Stanford Road
    2.1 km
  10. Take the ramp left towards N2: Humansdorp
    0.5 km
  11. Merge slight right
    192.8 km
  12. Continue straight
    32.7 km
  13. At the roundabout, take the 1st exit
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  14. Continue
    1.7 km
  15. At the roundabout, take the 2nd exit
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  16. Continue
    4.0 km
  17. Continue straight
    27.0 km
  18. You have arrived at your destination
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Tolls on this route

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Tolls found 3
Known total R219.00
Main toll road N2 - North Coast Toll Road
This route includes 3 toll points from our database. The strongest toll-road match is N2 - North Coast Toll Road.
Tsitsikamma
Road: Road not linked yet
R73.00
Tsitsikamma
Road: Road not linked yet
R73.00
Tsitsikamma
Road: Road not linked yet
R73.00
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Halfway point
131.6 km
Eastern Cape to Western Cape
Mid-route position Road corridor partition
50 / 50
Time partition Start / finish split
1 hr 33 min • 1 hr 33 min
Waypoint reference Nearest route marker
Eastern Cape to Western Cape
Loc Route geography
Route geography
Shell Select 6001 Eastern Cape → Knysna
Eastern Cape to Western Cape
Start area Origin
Shell Select 6001 Eastern Cape, Eastern Cape
Destination area Arrival
Knysna, Western Cape
Road span Street reference
— • —
Post Postal reference
Postal reference
— • —
Shell Select 6001 Eastern Cape → Knysna
Shell Select 6001 Eastern Cape Origin postcode
Not available
Knysna Destination postcode
Not available
Province span Route area
Eastern Cape to Western Cape
Set Nearby route set
Nearby route set
Gqeberha to East London
3 other similar routes
Gqeberha to East London Overlapping province
25.0 km
East London to Mthatha Overlapping province
85.0 km
Cape Town to George Overlapping province
108.9 km
Rev Related route set
Related route set
Knysna → Shell Select 6001 Eastern Cape
Shell Select 6001 Eastern Cape ↔ Knysna
Route atlas

Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

ZA-ATLAS
Origin Shell Select 6001 Eastern Cape -33.94869, 25.60659
Midpoint
131.6 km
Total: 263.6 km
Midpoint 131.6 km
263.6 km 3 hrs 7 min
Destination Knysna -34.03573, 23.04849

Route sheet

Route class Interprovincial corridor
Province span Eastern Cape to Western Cape
One-way road span 263.6 km
Return-cycle span 527.1 km
Traversal time 3 hrs 7 min
Maneuver count 18
Maneuver density 6.8 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 131.6 km

Coordinate frame

Start -33.94869, 25.60659
Midpoint -34.01758, 24.32082
End -34.03573, 23.04849
Destination services

Available in Knysna

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

Service groups 4
Schools Clothing stores Fuel stations and garages Supermarkets
Nearby category Schools Top 2 nearby matches around Knysna
2
Nearby category Clothing stores Top 5 nearby matches around Knysna
5
  • Gypsy Bloo
    Gypsy Bloo, Memorial Square, Upper Central Town, Knysna Ward 10, Knysna Local Municipality, Garden Route District Municipality, Western Cape, 6570, South Africa
  • Edgars
    Edgars, Spring Street, Upper Central Town, Knysna Ward 10, Knysna Local Municipality, Garden Route District Municipality, Western Cape, 6570, South Africa
  • Norseman Menswear
    Norseman Menswear, Main Road, Lower Central Town, Knysna Ward 10, Knysna Local Municipality, Garden Route District Municipality, Western Cape, 6570, South Africa
  • Jet
    Jet, Main Road, Lower Central Town, Knysna Ward 10, Knysna Local Municipality, Garden Route District Municipality, Western Cape, 6570, South Africa
  • Yo Kimono
    Queen Street, Knysna, 6571
Nearby category Fuel stations and garages Top 1 nearby match around Knysna
1
Nearby category Supermarkets Top 6 nearby matches around Knysna
6
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
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Questions 9
How far is Shell Select 6001 Eastern Cape from Knysna? +
Shell Select 6001 Eastern Cape is about 263.6 km from Knysna by road.
How long does it take from Shell Select 6001 Eastern Cape to Knysna? +
The drive usually takes about 3 hrs 7 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from Shell Select 6001 Eastern Cape to Knysna in one day? +
Yes, for many drivers this can be done in one day.
Is taxi available from Shell Select 6001 Eastern Cape 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 Shell Select 6001 Eastern Cape to Knysna? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R441.21 (R23.25 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R443.30 (R23.36 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R491.50 (R25.90 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R495.48 (R26.11 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from Shell Select 6001 Eastern Cape to Knysna? +
Yes. There are 3 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 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. This route crosses a provincial boundary. National roads appear in this route, so watch for toll signs and busier sections.
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Towns along the route

: Humansdorp
From Shell Select 6001 Eastern Cape To Knysna
: George
From Shell Select 6001 Eastern Cape To Knysna

Route Locations

Start area
Shell Select 6001 Eastern Cape, Eastern Cape
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available
Destination area
Knysna, Western Cape
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.

Gqeberha to East London Overlapping province
About 238.6 km Difference: 25.0 km
East London to Mthatha Overlapping province
About 178.6 km Difference: 85.0 km
Cape Town to George Overlapping province
About 372.4 km Difference: 108.9 km
Pretoria to Nelspruit Similar distance
About 276.4 km Difference: 12.8 km
Johannesburg to Polokwane Similar distance
About 293.1 km Difference: 29.5 km

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