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

Distance from Smithfield to Gqeberha Port Elizabeth N1

Smithfield to Gqeberha Port Elizabeth N1 is a full long-distance road trip, covering about 572.6 km in roughly 7 hrs 33 min.

N Smithfield → Gqeberha Port Elizabeth N1
Road distance
572.6 km
M4 R102
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
425.1 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
1.35×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
20
Info Travel board
Travel time
7 hrs 33 min
Start point
Brand Street
End point
Havelock Street
Return: 7 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
453 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
75.7 km/h
Stop-adjusted ETA 3 planned rest stops
8 hrs 18 min
Fuel Service sign
Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R958.49
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R963.02
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R1,067.73
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R1,076.39
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R1,264.67
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R1,270.65
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R1,408.82
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R1,420.24
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R1,664.04
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R1,671.91
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R1,853.71
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R1,868.74
See more fuel details from Smithfield to Gqeberha Port Elizabeth N1
🧭 Route vector
Compass bearing
191° SSW
Forward azimuth heading
Return heading Reverse azimuth
11° NNE
Coordinate delta Lat / Lon shift
South-West
Start coords Origin point
-30.2172, 26.5303
End coords Destination point
-33.9619, 25.6187
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 Gqeberha Port Elizabeth N1

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.

572.6 km 7 hrs 33 min
Start Smithfield
Finish Gqeberha Port Elizabeth N1
Map key
Start point
Destination
Driving route
Navigation sign

Turn-by-turn directions

↑
  1. Head on Brand Street
    0.5 km
  2. Turn right onto Rascher Street
    71.7 km
  3. Turn right onto Somerset Street
    162.9 km
  4. At the roundabout, take the 2nd exit onto Voortrekker Street
    0.1 km
  5. Continue onto Voortrekker Street
    1.8 km
  6. At the roundabout, take the 1st exit
    0.0 km
  7. Continue
    129.4 km
  8. Turn right
    0.7 km
  9. Turn left
    70.6 km
  10. Turn right
    128.4 km
  11. Take the exit ramp slight left towards M4: Port Elizabeth
    1.2 km
  12. Merge slight right onto Settlers Way
    4.2 km
  13. Take the exit ramp slight left towards R102
    0.3 km
  14. Keep slight right at the fork
    0.1 km
  15. Continue straight
    0.1 km
  16. Turn left onto Govan Mbeki Avenue
    0.2 km
  17. Turn right onto Donkin Street
    0.3 km
  18. Turn left onto Athol Fugard Terrace
    0.0 km
  19. Turn right onto Havelock Street
    0.0 km
  20. You have arrived at your destination
    0.0 km
Navigation sign

Tolls on this route

R
Tolls found 0
Known total —
Main toll road M4 - Magalies Toll Route
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.
M4 - Magalies Toll Route M4 - Magalies Toll Route M4 - Magalies Toll Route M4 - Magalies Toll Route
Routes ↩ Gqeberha Port Elizabeth N1 → Smithfield Smithfield to Johannesburg Smithfield to Pretoria Smithfield to Cape Town Smithfield to Durban Johannesburg to Gqeberha Port Elizabeth N1 Pretoria to Gqeberha Port Elizabeth N1 Cape Town to Gqeberha Port Elizabeth N1
Stop Stopover sign
Halfway point
286.6 km
Mid-route position Road corridor partition
50 / 50
Time partition Start / finish split
3 hrs 46 min • 3 hrs 46 min
Waypoint reference Nearest route marker
Mid-route reference
Vec Consumption & emissions
Consumption & emissions profile
41.2 L needed
Moderate efficiency • 7.2 L/100km baseline
CO2 emitted Estimated tailpipe output
95.2 kg
Fuel mass Approximate tank weight
30.9 kg
Cost per km Based on 95 Petrol
R1.68
Directness index As-the-crow-flies ratio
74.3%
☀ Solar data
Daylight window at Gqeberha Port Elizabeth N1
06:53 – 17:34
Outside daylight hours
Solar noonHighest sun position
Total daylightUsable driving light
10 hrs 41 min
Light remainingUntil sunset
Expired
SunriseDawn break
06:53
Fin Tax & wear
Wear & SARS deduction
R2,393.36
Single trip SARS allowance
SARS rate R4.18/km fixed rate
R4.18/km
Tyre wear Estimated tread cost
R11.45
Service wear Oil & filter allocation
R114.51
Total trip wear Excludes fuel & tolls
R2,519.32
Nav Maneuver index
Navigation complexity
High (16)
Turn difficulty rating
Roundabouts Multi-path navigation
2
Lane merges Yield required
1
Complex forks Path selection
1
Highway exits Deceleration zones
4
Route atlas

Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

ZA-ATLAS
Origin Smithfield Start: Brand Street -30.21722, 26.53028
Midpoint
286.6 km
Total: 572.6 km
Midpoint 286.6 km
572.6 km 7 hrs 33 min
Destination Gqeberha Port Elizabeth N1 End: Havelock Street -33.96186, 25.61867

Route sheet

Route class Resolved South Africa route
Province span South Africa
One-way road span 572.6 km
Return-cycle span 1,145.1 km
Traversal time 7 hrs 33 min
Maneuver count 20
Maneuver density 3.5 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 286.6 km

Coordinate frame

Start -30.21722, 26.53028
Midpoint -32.29801, 26.87504
End -33.96186, 25.61867
Destination services

Available in Gqeberha Port Elizabeth N1

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

Service groups 6
Schools Clothing stores Banks Fuel stations and garages Supermarkets Shopping malls
Nearby category Schools Top 6 nearby matches around Gqeberha Port Elizabeth N1
6
Nearby category Clothing stores Top 4 nearby matches around Gqeberha Port Elizabeth N1
4
Nearby category Banks Top 6 nearby matches around Gqeberha Port Elizabeth N1
6
Nearby category Fuel stations and garages Top 6 nearby matches around Gqeberha Port Elizabeth N1
6
Nearby category Supermarkets Top 6 nearby matches around Gqeberha Port Elizabeth N1
6
Nearby category Shopping malls Top 6 nearby matches around Gqeberha Port Elizabeth N1
6
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 Smithfield from Gqeberha Port Elizabeth N1? +
Smithfield is about 572.6 km from Gqeberha Port Elizabeth N1 by road.
How long does it take from Smithfield to Gqeberha Port Elizabeth N1? +
The drive usually takes about 7 hrs 33 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from Smithfield to Gqeberha Port Elizabeth N1 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 Smithfield to Gqeberha Port Elizabeth N1? +
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 Smithfield to Gqeberha Port Elizabeth N1? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R958.49 (R23.25 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R963.02 (R23.36 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R1,067.73 (R25.90 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R1,076.39 (R26.11 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from Smithfield to Gqeberha Port Elizabeth N1? +
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. This route looks more local or regional, but always check signs and road conditions on the day.
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

: Port Elizabeth
From Smithfield To Gqeberha Port Elizabeth N1
Settlers Way
From Smithfield To Gqeberha Port Elizabeth N1
Athol Fugard Terrace
From Smithfield To Gqeberha Port Elizabeth N1

Route Locations

Start area
Smithfield
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available
Destination area
Gqeberha Port Elizabeth N1, Eastern 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.

Cape Town to George Similar distance
About 372.4 km Difference: 200.1 km
Gqeberha to East London Overlapping province
About 238.6 km Difference: 334.0 km
Johannesburg to Polokwane Similar distance
About 293.1 km Difference: 279.5 km
Pretoria to Nelspruit Similar distance
About 276.4 km Difference: 296.2 km
East London to Mthatha Overlapping province
About 178.6 km Difference: 394.0 km

Reverse route and related trips

View distance from Gqeberha Port Elizabeth N1 to Smithfield

Smithfield to Johannesburg Smithfield to Pretoria Smithfield to Cape Town Smithfield to Durban Johannesburg to Gqeberha Port Elizabeth N1 Pretoria to Gqeberha Port Elizabeth N1 Cape Town to Gqeberha Port Elizabeth N1 Durban to Gqeberha Port Elizabeth N1

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.