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Distance from Worcester to Gariep Dam

Worcester to Gariep Dam is a full long-distance road trip, covering about 719.4 km in roughly 7 hrs 56 min.

N Worcester → Gariep Dam
Road distance
719.4 km
447.0 mi • 388.4 nmi
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
662.8 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
1.09×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
12
Info Travel board
Travel time
7 hrs 55 min
Return: 52 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
475 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
90.7 km/h
Stop-adjusted ETA 3 planned rest stops
8 hrs 41 min
Fuel Service sign
Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R1,204.35
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R1,210.05
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R1,341.62
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R1,352.49
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R1,589.07
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R1,596.59
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R1,770.19
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R1,784.54
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R2,090.88
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R2,100.77
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R2,329.20
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R2,348.08
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Wx Destination weather
Today's outlook for Gariep Dam
12.3°C
Light drizzle
Feels like Perceived temperature
11.6°C
Day range High / low
H 17° • L 11°
Rain chance Today's probability
90%
Wind 10m wind speed
7 km/h
Taxi Local commuter
Taxi fare estimate
Check local taxi rank
Long-distance caution
Route class Operational trip category
Local shared
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719.4 km 7 hrs 56 min
Start Worcester
Finish Gariep Dam
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Turn-by-turn directions

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  1. Head on Russell Street
    0.1 km
  2. Turn left onto Baring Street
    0.2 km
  3. Turn right onto High Street
    3.1 km
  4. Turn right
    353.1 km
  5. At the roundabout, take the 3rd exit onto Donkin Street
    0.1 km
  6. Continue onto Donkin Street
    2.0 km
  7. Continue straight
    354.7 km
  8. Take the exit ramp slight left towards Bethulie
    0.8 km
  9. Turn right
    5.0 km
  10. Turn left onto Jangroentjie Street
    0.3 km
  11. Turn right onto Tinktinkie Street
    0.2 km
  12. You have arrived at your destination
    0.0 km
Stop Stopover sign
Halfway point
359.5 km
Mid-route position Road corridor partition
50 / 50
Time partition Start / finish split
3 hrs 58 min • 3 hrs 58 min
Waypoint reference Nearest route marker
Mid-route reference
Loc Route geography
Route geography
Worcester → Gariep Dam
Start and destination context
Start area Origin
Worcester
Destination area Arrival
Gariep Dam
Road span Street reference
— • —
Post Postal reference
Postal reference
— • —
Worcester → Gariep Dam
Worcester Origin postcode
Not available
Gariep Dam Destination postcode
Not available
Province span Route area
South Africa
Set Nearby route set
Nearby route set
Cape Town to George
3 other similar routes
Cape Town to George Similar distance
347.0 km
Gqeberha to East London Similar distance
480.9 km
Johannesburg to Polokwane Similar distance
426.4 km
Rev Related route set
Related route set
Gariep Dam → Worcester
Worcester ↔ Gariep Dam
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Route atlas

Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

ZA-ATLAS
Origin Worcester -33.64624, 19.44593
Midpoint
359.5 km
Total: 719.4 km
Midpoint 359.5 km
719.4 km 7 hrs 56 min
Destination Gariep Dam -30.59306, 25.49250

Route sheet

Route class Resolved South Africa route
Province span South Africa
One-way road span 719.4 km
Return-cycle span 1,438.9 km
Traversal time 7 hrs 56 min
Maneuver count 12
Maneuver density 1.7 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 359.5 km

Coordinate frame

Start -33.64624, 19.44593
Midpoint -32.32505, 22.60371
End -30.59306, 25.49250
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Service groups 2
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Nearby category Schools Top 1 nearby match around Gariep Dam
1
Nearby category Supermarkets Top 1 nearby match around Gariep Dam
1
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How far is Worcester from Gariep Dam? +
Worcester is about 719.4 km from Gariep Dam by road.
How long does it take from Worcester to Gariep Dam? +
The drive usually takes about 7 hrs 56 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from Worcester to Gariep Dam 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 Worcester to Gariep Dam? +
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 Worcester to Gariep Dam? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R1,204.35 (R23.25 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R1,210.05 (R23.36 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R1,341.62 (R25.90 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R1,352.49 (R26.11 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from Worcester to Gariep Dam? +
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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Towns along the route

: Johannesburg
From Worcester To Gariep Dam
Bethulie
From Worcester To Gariep Dam
Vanderstad
From Worcester To Gariep Dam

Route Locations

Start area
Worcester
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available
Destination area
Gariep Dam
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: 347.0 km
Gqeberha to East London Similar distance
About 238.6 km Difference: 480.9 km
Johannesburg to Polokwane Similar distance
About 293.1 km Difference: 426.4 km
Pretoria to Nelspruit Similar distance
About 276.4 km Difference: 443.0 km
East London to Mthatha Similar distance
About 178.6 km Difference: 540.9 km

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