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

Distance from Vrede to Bethlehem

Vrede to Bethlehem is a practical regional trip, covering about 147.4 km in roughly 2 hrs 40 min.

N Vrede → Bethlehem
Road distance
147.4 km
91.6 mi • 79.6 nmi
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
122.7 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
1.20×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
16
Info Travel board
Travel time
2 hrs 40 min
Return: 5 hrs 20 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
2 hrs 40 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
55.2 km/h
Stop-adjusted ETA 1 planned rest stop
2 hrs 55 min
Fuel Service sign
Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R246.79
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R247.96
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R274.92
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R277.14
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R325.62
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R327.16
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R362.74
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R365.68
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R428.45
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R430.48
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R477.28
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R481.15
See more fuel details from Vrede to Bethlehem
Wx Destination weather
Today's outlook for Bethlehem
Live weather unavailable
Showing drive timing instead
Fastest drive Direct drive estimate
2 hrs 40 min
Comfort drive Allows a short stop
2 hrs 55 min
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 Bethlehem

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.

147.4 km 2 hrs 40 min
Start Vrede
Finish Bethlehem
Map key
Start point
Destination
Driving route
Navigation sign

Turn-by-turn directions

↑
  1. Head on Van Der Lingen Street
    0.0 km
  2. Turn left onto Church Street
    1.0 km
  3. Turn slight right
    0.3 km
  4. At the end of the road, turn right
    0.6 km
  5. Turn left
    1.8 km
  6. Continue straight
    13.6 km
  7. At the end of the road, turn left
    40.4 km
  8. Keep slight left at the fork towards N3: Warden
    1.1 km
  9. Continue straight
    0.1 km
  10. Merge slight right
    5.2 km
  11. Take the exit ramp slight left towards R714: Bethlehem
    0.5 km
  12. Turn right
    77.1 km
  13. Turn left onto Hospital Road
    4.3 km
  14. Turn right onto Eeufees Street
    1.0 km
  15. Turn right onto Roux Street
    0.4 km
  16. You have arrived at your destination
    0.0 km
Navigation sign

Tolls on this route

R
Tolls found 0
Known total —
Main toll road N3
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.
N3 N3 N3 N3
Stop Stopover sign
Halfway point
73.8 km
Mid-route position Road corridor partition
50 / 50
Time partition Start / finish split
1 hr 20 min • 1 hr 20 min
Waypoint reference Nearest route marker
Mid-route reference
Loc Route geography
Route geography
Vrede → Bethlehem
Start and destination context
Start area Origin
Vrede
Destination area Arrival
Bethlehem
Road span Street reference
— • —
Post Postal reference
Postal reference
— • —
Vrede → Bethlehem
Vrede Origin postcode
Not available
Bethlehem Destination postcode
Not available
Province span Route area
South Africa
Set Nearby route set
Nearby route set
Bloemfontein to Welkom
3 other similar routes
Bloemfontein to Welkom Similar distance
12.0 km
Mbombela to Middelburg Similar distance
7.1 km
Bloemfontein to Kimberley Similar distance
4.6 km
Rev Related route set
Related route set
Bethlehem → Vrede
Vrede ↔ Bethlehem
Vrede to Johannesburg Related trip
Open
Vrede to Pretoria Related trip
Open
Vrede to Cape Town Related trip
Open
Route atlas

Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

ZA-ATLAS
Origin Vrede -27.42647, 29.16371
Midpoint
73.8 km
Total: 147.4 km
Midpoint 73.8 km
147.4 km 2 hrs 40 min
Destination Bethlehem -28.23083, 28.30889

Route sheet

Route class Resolved South Africa route
Province span South Africa
One-way road span 147.4 km
Return-cycle span 294.8 km
Traversal time 2 hrs 40 min
Maneuver count 16
Maneuver density 10.9 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 73.8 km

Coordinate frame

Start -27.42647, 29.16371
Midpoint -27.88901, 28.87794
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
Route support

Route FAQ

Tap a question to expand the answer and keep the section compact while browsing the route page.

Questions 8
How far is Vrede from Bethlehem? +
Vrede is about 147.4 km from Bethlehem by road.
How long does it take from Vrede to Bethlehem? +
The drive usually takes about 2 hrs 40 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from Vrede to Bethlehem in one day? +
Yes, for many drivers this can be done in one day.
Is taxi available from Vrede 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 Vrede to Bethlehem? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R246.79 (R23.25 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R247.96 (R23.36 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R274.92 (R25.90 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R277.14 (R26.11 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from Vrede to Bethlehem? +
No tollgates are currently matched for this route.
What is the route verdict for this trip? +
Practical regional trip: This route is very manageable in one day and usually works well as a same-day return.
Is there a road note for this route? +
This is a regional road trip that can usually work as a same-day return. 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.

Towns along the route

: Warden
From Vrede To Bethlehem
Harrismith
From Vrede To Bethlehem
: Bethlehem
From Vrede To Bethlehem

Route Locations

Start area
Vrede
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available
Destination area
Bethlehem
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.

Bloemfontein to Welkom Similar distance
About 135.4 km Difference: 12.0 km
Mbombela to Middelburg Similar distance
About 154.5 km Difference: 7.1 km
Bloemfontein to Kimberley Similar distance
About 142.8 km Difference: 4.6 km
Durban to Richards Bay Similar distance
About 155.2 km Difference: 7.8 km
Rustenburg to Mahikeng Similar distance
About 161.5 km Difference: 14.1 km

Reverse route and related trips

View distance from Bethlehem to Vrede

Vrede to Johannesburg Vrede to Pretoria Vrede to Cape Town Vrede to Durban Johannesburg to Bethlehem Pretoria to Bethlehem Cape Town to Bethlehem Durban to Bethlehem

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.