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Distance from Silikon Lane to Bethlehem

Silikon Lane to Bethlehem is a solid inter-town journey, covering about 184.0 km in roughly 2 hrs 35 min.

N Silikon Lane → Bethlehem
Road distance
184.0 km
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
166.3 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
1.11×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
11
Info Travel board
Travel time
2 hrs 35 min
Start point
Silikon Lane
End point
Roux Street
Return: 11 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
155 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
70.9 km/h
Stop-adjusted ETA 1 planned rest stop
2 hrs 50 min
Fuel Service sign
Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R308.05
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R309.51
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R343.16
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R345.94
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R406.46
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R408.38
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R452.78
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R456.45
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R534.81
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R537.34
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R595.77
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R600.60
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🧭 Route vector
Compass bearing
104° ESE
Forward azimuth heading
Return heading Reverse azimuth
284° WNW
Coordinate delta Lat / Lon shift
South-West
Start coords Origin point
-27.8705, 26.6645
End coords Destination point
-28.2308, 28.3089
Taxi Local commuter
Taxi fare estimate
Check local taxi rank
Long-distance caution
Route class Operational trip category
Local shared
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184.0 km 2 hrs 35 min
Start Silikon Lane
Finish Bethlehem
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Start point
Destination
Driving route
Navigation sign

Turn-by-turn directions

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  1. Head on Silikon Lane
    0.0 km
  2. Turn left onto Cobalt Street
    0.1 km
  3. Turn right onto Tungsten Street
    0.4 km
  4. Keep slight right at the fork
    0.1 km
  5. Go straight onto Van der Vyver Street
    2.7 km
  6. At the roundabout, take the 3rd exit onto Church Street
    0.1 km
  7. Continue onto Church Street
    6.0 km
  8. Continue left
    101.1 km
  9. Continue left
    73.2 km
  10. Turn left onto Roux Street
    0.2 km
  11. You have arrived at your destination
    0.0 km
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Stop Stopover sign
Halfway point
91.9 km
Mid-route position Road corridor partition
50 / 50
Time partition Start / finish split
1 hr 17 min • 1 hr 17 min
Waypoint reference Nearest route marker
Mid-route reference
Vec Consumption & emissions
Consumption & emissions profile
13.2 L needed
Highly direct • 7.2 L/100km baseline
CO2 emitted Estimated tailpipe output
30.6 kg
Fuel mass Approximate tank weight
9.9 kg
Cost per km Based on 95 Petrol
R1.68
Directness index As-the-crow-flies ratio
90.4%
☀ Solar data
Daylight window at Bethlehem
06:34 – 17:32
Active daylight
Solar noonHighest sun position
Total daylightUsable driving light
10 hrs 58 min
Light remainingUntil sunset
8 hrs 53 min
SunriseDawn break
06:34
Fin Tax & wear
Wear & SARS deduction
R769.21
Single trip SARS allowance
SARS rate R4.18/km fixed rate
R4.18/km
Tyre wear Estimated tread cost
R3.68
Service wear Oil & filter allocation
R36.80
Total trip wear Excludes fuel & tolls
R809.69
Nav Maneuver index
Navigation complexity
Moderate (7)
Turn difficulty rating
Roundabouts Multi-path navigation
1
Lane merges Yield required
0
Complex forks Path selection
1
Highway exits Deceleration zones
1
Route atlas

Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

ZA-ATLAS
Origin Silikon Lane Start: Silikon Lane -27.87049, 26.66450
Midpoint
91.9 km
Total: 184.0 km
Midpoint 91.9 km
184.0 km 2 hrs 35 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 184.0 km
Return-cycle span 368.0 km
Traversal time 2 hrs 35 min
Maneuver count 11
Maneuver density 6.0 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 91.9 km

Coordinate frame

Start -27.87049, 26.66450
Midpoint -28.22422, 27.46743
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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Questions 9
How far is Silikon Lane from Bethlehem? +
Silikon Lane is about 184.0 km from Bethlehem by road.
How long does it take from Silikon Lane to Bethlehem? +
The drive usually takes about 2 hrs 35 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from Silikon Lane to Bethlehem in one day? +
Yes, for many drivers this can be done in one day.
Is taxi available from Silikon Lane 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 Silikon Lane to Bethlehem? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R308.05 (R23.25 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R309.51 (R23.36 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R343.16 (R25.90 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R345.94 (R26.11 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from Silikon Lane 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. This route looks more local or regional, but always check signs and road conditions on the day.
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Route Locations

Start area
Silikon Lane, Free State
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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