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Distance from Thornhill to George

N Thornhill → George
Road distance
599.9 km
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
444.0 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
1.35×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
31
Info Travel board
Travel time
7 hrs 53 min
End point
Hibernia Street
Return: 46 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
473 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
76.0 km/h
Stop-adjusted ETA 3 planned rest stops
8 hrs 38 min
Fuel Service sign
Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km
93 Petrol R26.52 / litre
R1,145.43
95 Petrol R26.63 / litre
R1,150.18
Diesel 500ppm R32.30 / litre
R1,395.07
Diesel 50ppm R32.50 / litre
R1,403.71
93 Petrol R26.52 / litre
R1,511.33
95 Petrol R26.63 / litre
R1,517.60
Diesel 500ppm R32.30 / litre
R1,840.72
Diesel 50ppm R32.50 / litre
R1,852.12
93 Petrol R26.52 / litre
R1,988.59
95 Petrol R26.63 / litre
R1,996.84
Diesel 500ppm R32.30 / litre
R2,422.00
Diesel 50ppm R32.50 / litre
R2,437.00
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🧭 Route vector
Compass bearing
239° WSW
Forward azimuth heading
Return heading Reverse azimuth
59° ENE
Coordinate delta Lat / Lon shift
South-West
Start coords Origin point
-31.9806, 26.5928
End coords Destination point
-33.9597, 22.4587
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Route class Operational trip category
Local shared
Calculating arrival…
Thornhill to George is a full long-distance road trip, covering about 599.9 km in roughly 7 hrs 53 min.
Travel modes
Thornhill → George
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Car
599.9 km
7 hrs 53 min
Road route
🏍️ Estimate
Two-wheeler
599.9 km
~9 hrs 13 min
65 km/h avg
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Flight
600 km
↑ 4 hrs 41 min faster
Flight time
1 hr 11 min
With airport
~3 hrs 11 min
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599.9 km 7 hrs 53 min
Start Thornhill
Finish George
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Turn-by-turn directions

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  2. At the end of the road, turn left
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  3. Turn right
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    0.2 km
  7. Turn right
    0.6 km
  8. Turn left
    0.2 km
  9. Continue straight
    0.5 km
  10. Turn left
    6.2 km
  11. Continue slight right
    0.7 km
  12. Turn left
    33.0 km
  13. At the roundabout, take the 2nd exit onto Grey Street
    0.0 km
  14. Continue onto Grey Street
    75.6 km
  15. Turn right
    1.3 km
  16. Turn left onto Voortrekker Street
    0.5 km
  17. Turn right onto J.A. Calata Street
    0.7 km
  18. Turn left onto Park Street
    4.5 km
  19. Turn left
    85.6 km
  20. At the end of the road, turn left
    46.1 km
  21. Turn right onto Caledon Street
    0.2 km
  22. Turn left onto Church Street
    0.1 km
  23. Continue left onto Church Street
    247.5 km
  24. Continue straight
    70.6 km
  25. Continue straight
    22.1 km
  26. At the roundabout, take the 1st exit onto CJ Langenhoven Street
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  27. Continue onto CJ Langenhoven Street
    1.5 km
  28. At the roundabout, take the 2nd exit onto CJ Langenhoven Street
    0.0 km
  29. Continue onto CJ Langenhoven Street
    1.0 km
  30. Continue straight onto Hibernia Street
    0.2 km
  31. You have arrived at your destination
    0.0 km
Routes ↩ George → Thornhill Thornhill to Johannesburg Thornhill to Pretoria Thornhill to Cape Town Thornhill to Durban Johannesburg to George Pretoria to George Cape Town to George
Stop Stopover sign
Halfway point
299.9 km
Mid-route position Road corridor partition
50 / 50
Time partition Start / finish split
3 hrs 56 min • 3 hrs 56 min
Waypoint reference Nearest route marker
Mid-route reference
Vec Consumption & emissions
Consumption & emissions profile
43.2 L needed
Moderate efficiency • 7.2 L/100km baseline
CO2 emitted Estimated tailpipe output
99.8 kg
Fuel mass Approximate tank weight
32.4 kg
Cost per km Based on 95 Petrol
R1.92
Directness index As-the-crow-flies ratio
74%
☀ Solar data
Daylight window at George
07:13 – 17:39
Outside daylight hours
Solar noonHighest sun position
Total daylightUsable driving light
10 hrs 26 min
Light remainingUntil sunset
17 hrs 23 min
SunriseDawn break
07:13
Fin Tax & wear
Wear & SARS deduction
R2,507.49
Single trip SARS allowance
SARS rate R4.18/km fixed rate
R4.18/km
Tyre wear Estimated tread cost
R12.00
Service wear Oil & filter allocation
R119.98
Total trip wear Excludes fuel & tolls
R2,639.46
Nav Maneuver index
Navigation complexity
Moderate (15)
Turn difficulty rating
Roundabouts Multi-path navigation
3
Lane merges Yield required
0
Complex forks Path selection
0
Highway exits Deceleration zones
3
Route atlas

Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

ZA-ATLAS
Origin Thornhill -31.98056, 26.59278
Midpoint
299.9 km
Total: 599.9 km
Midpoint 299.9 km
599.9 km 7 hrs 53 min
Destination George End: Hibernia Street -33.95972, 22.45871

Route sheet

Route class Resolved South Africa route
Province span South Africa
One-way road span 599.9 km
Return-cycle span 1,199.8 km
Traversal time 7 hrs 53 min
Maneuver count 31
Maneuver density 5.2 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 299.9 km

Coordinate frame

Start -31.98056, 26.59278
Midpoint -32.40981, 24.16336
End -33.95972, 22.45871
Destination services

Available in George

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 Banks Supermarkets
Nearby category Schools Top 3 nearby matches around George
3
Nearby category Banks Top 2 nearby matches around George
2
  • Nedbank
    106 York Street, George
  • FNB
    97 York Street, George, 6530
Nearby category Supermarkets Top 6 nearby matches around George
6
Destination brief

Travelling to George

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

Signature Garden Route hub
Standout Business hub with beaches, forest and mountain access
George holds a different role from many coastal holiday towns because it combines Garden Route business importance with fast access to beaches, mountains, forests and golf travel.
Best for Who this destination suits
Garden Route base Golf trip Business and leisure mix Airport-side stay
Arrival What to expect on arrival
The route can end in central George, the airport side, Herolds Bay, Wilderness or a nearby inland stay, and those arrivals do not feel the same.
Regional base Good base for nearby trips
Use George as a central Garden Route base for airport access, golf, coastal links and onward drives to Wilderness, Knysna and Oudtshoorn direction.
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Questions 9
How far is Thornhill from George? +
Thornhill is about 599.9 km from George by road.
How long does it take from Thornhill to George? +
The drive usually takes about 7 hrs 53 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from Thornhill to George 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 Thornhill to George? +
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 Thornhill to George? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R1,145.43 (R26.52 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R1,150.18 (R26.63 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R1,395.07 (R32.30 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R1,403.71 (R32.50 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from Thornhill to George? +
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.
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Route Locations

Start area
Thornhill
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available
Destination area
George, Western Cape
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available

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