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

Distance from Umbumbulu to Bethal

Umbumbulu to Bethal is a full long-distance road trip, covering about 500.3 km in roughly 6 hrs 7 min.

N Umbumbulu → Bethal
Road distance
500.3 km
N11 N3
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
410.8 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
1.22×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
17
Info Travel board
Travel time
6 hrs 7 min
Return: 12 hrs 16 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
367 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
81.7 km/h
Stop-adjusted ETA 3 planned rest stops
6 hrs 52 min
Fuel Service sign
Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km
93 Petrol R26.52 / litre
R955.23
95 Petrol R26.63 / litre
R959.19
Diesel 500ppm R32.30 / litre
R1,163.42
Diesel 50ppm R32.50 / litre
R1,170.62
93 Petrol R26.52 / litre
R1,260.37
95 Petrol R26.63 / litre
R1,265.60
Diesel 500ppm R32.30 / litre
R1,535.07
Diesel 50ppm R32.50 / litre
R1,544.57
93 Petrol R26.52 / litre
R1,658.38
95 Petrol R26.63 / litre
R1,665.26
Diesel 500ppm R32.30 / litre
R2,019.82
Diesel 50ppm R32.50 / litre
R2,032.33
See more fuel details from Umbumbulu to Bethal
🧭 Route vector
Compass bearing
343° NNW
Forward azimuth heading
Return heading Reverse azimuth
163° SSE
Coordinate delta Lat / Lon shift
North-East
Start coords Origin point
-29.9877, 30.7036
End coords Destination point
-26.4571, 29.4671
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 Bethal

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.

500.3 km 368 min
Start Umbumbulu
Finish Bethal
Map key
Start point
Destination
Driving route
Navigation sign

Turn-by-turn directions

↑
  1. Start your journey
    0.0 km
  2. Turn left onto 300007 Street
    0.1 km
  3. Turn right onto Umbumbulu Road
    5.1 km
  4. Continue straight onto Sbu Mkhize Drive
    37.5 km
  5. Take the ramp straight towards N3
    0.9 km
  6. Merge slight right
    166.2 km
  7. Take the exit ramp slight left towards N11
    0.5 km
  8. Turn right
    12.5 km
  9. Turn left
    2.5 km
  10. Turn right
    195.7 km
  11. Turn left
    44.3 km
  12. Turn right onto Steyn Street
    0.3 km
  13. Turn left
    31.8 km
  14. At the end of the road, turn left onto Moses Kotane Street
    2.4 km
  15. Turn left onto Du Plooy Street
    0.2 km
  16. Turn left
    0.1 km
  17. You have arrived at your destination
    0.0 km
Navigation sign

Tolls on this route

R
Tolls found 10
Known total R501.00
Main toll road N3
This route includes 10 toll points from our database. The strongest toll-road match is N3.
Bergville
Road: Road not linked yet
R30.00
Mooi Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R70.00
Mooi Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R70.00
Mooi Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R70.00
Bergville
Road: Road not linked yet
R30.00
Mooi Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R70.00
Mooi
Road: Road not linked yet
R70.00
Mooi Ramp Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R49.00
Treverton Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R21.00
Treverton Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R21.00
Routes ↩ Bethal → Umbumbulu Umbumbulu to Johannesburg Umbumbulu to Pretoria Umbumbulu to Cape Town Umbumbulu to Durban Johannesburg to Bethal Pretoria to Bethal Cape Town to Bethal
Stop Stopover sign
Halfway point
250.6 km
Mid-route position Road corridor partition
50 / 50
Time partition Start / finish split
3 hrs 3 min • 3 hrs 3 min
Waypoint reference Nearest route marker
Mid-route reference
Vec Consumption & emissions
Consumption & emissions profile
36.0 L needed
Moderate efficiency • 7.2 L/100km baseline
CO2 emitted Estimated tailpipe output
83.2 kg
Fuel mass Approximate tank weight
27.0 kg
Cost per km Based on 95 Petrol
R1.68
Directness index As-the-crow-flies ratio
82.1%
☀ Solar data
Daylight window at Bethal
06:30 – 17:26
Active daylight
Solar noonHighest sun position
Total daylightUsable driving light
10 hrs 56 min
Light remainingUntil sunset
7 hrs 45 min
SunriseDawn break
06:30
Fin Tax & wear
Wear & SARS deduction
R2,091.11
Single trip SARS allowance
SARS rate R4.18/km fixed rate
R4.18/km
Tyre wear Estimated tread cost
R10.01
Service wear Oil & filter allocation
R100.05
Total trip wear Excludes fuel & tolls
R2,201.17
Nav Maneuver index
Navigation complexity
Low (3)
Turn difficulty rating
Roundabouts Multi-path navigation
0
Lane merges Yield required
1
Complex forks Path selection
0
Highway exits Deceleration zones
1
Route atlas

Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

ZA-ATLAS
Origin Umbumbulu -29.98772, 30.70355
Midpoint
250.6 km
Total: 500.3 km
Midpoint 250.6 km
500.3 km 368 min
Destination Bethal -26.45709, 29.46714

Route sheet

Route class Resolved South Africa route
Province span South Africa
One-way road span 500.3 km
Return-cycle span 1000.6 km
Traversal time 368 min
Maneuver count 17
Maneuver density 3.4 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 250.6 km

Coordinate frame

Start -29.98772, 30.70355
Midpoint -28.41946, 29.91573
End -26.45709, 29.46714
Destination services

Available in Bethal

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

Service groups 2
Schools Supermarkets
Nearby category Schools Top 4 nearby matches around Bethal
4
Nearby category Supermarkets Top 1 nearby match around Bethal
1
Destination brief

Travelling to Bethal

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

Standout Why Bethal stands out
Bethal works well for practical inland travel, with emphasis on stop timing and exact local destination planning.
Arrival What to expect on arrival
Bethal arrivals improve when the stop purpose and final suburb are both clear before departure.
Regional base Good base for nearby trips
Best for Bethal visits, work trips and regional route planning.
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 Umbumbulu from Bethal? +
Umbumbulu is about 500.3 km from Bethal by road.
How long does it take from Umbumbulu to Bethal? +
The drive usually takes about 368 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from Umbumbulu to Bethal in one day? +
Yes, for many drivers this can be done in one day.
Is taxi available from Umbumbulu to Bethal? +
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 Umbumbulu to Bethal? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R955.23 (R26.52 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R959.19 (R26.63 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R1,163.42 (R32.30 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R1,170.62 (R32.50 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from Umbumbulu to Bethal? +
Yes. There are 10 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 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.

Route Locations

Start area
Umbumbulu
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available
Destination area
Bethal
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.

Johannesburg to Polokwane Similar distance
About 293.1 km Difference: 207.2 km
Pretoria to Nelspruit Similar distance
About 276.4 km Difference: 223.9 km
Cape Town to George Similar distance
About 372.4 km Difference: 127.8 km
Durban to Richards Bay Similar distance
About 155.2 km Difference: 345.1 km
Gqeberha to East London Similar distance
About 238.6 km Difference: 261.7 km

Reverse route and related trips

View distance from Bethal to Umbumbulu

Umbumbulu to Johannesburg Umbumbulu to Pretoria Umbumbulu to Cape Town Umbumbulu to Durban Johannesburg to Bethal Pretoria to Bethal Cape Town to Bethal Durban to Bethal

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.