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Distance from Glenashley to Bethlehem

Glenashley to Bethlehem is a full long-distance road trip, covering about 399.8 km in roughly 4 hrs 33 min.

N Glenashley → Bethlehem
Road distance
399.8 km
248.4 mi • 215.8 nmi
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
316.7 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
1.26×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
23
Info Travel board
Travel time
4 hrs 33 min
Return: 9 hrs 7 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
4 hrs 33 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
87.7 km/h
Stop-adjusted ETA 2 planned rest stops
5 hrs 3 min
Fuel Service sign
Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R669.22
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R672.39
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R745.50
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R751.54
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R883.00
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R887.18
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R983.65
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R991.62
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R1,161.85
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R1,167.34
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R1,294.27
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R1,304.76
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Fastest drive Direct drive estimate
4 hrs 33 min
Comfort drive Allows a short stop
4 hrs 48 min
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Route class Operational trip category
Local shared
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399.8 km 4 hrs 33 min
Start Glenashley
Finish Bethlehem
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Turn-by-turn directions

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  1. Head on Lindsay Drive
    0.3 km
  2. Turn left onto Newport Avenue
    0.7 km
  3. At the roundabout, take the 2nd exit onto Margaret Maytom Avenue
    0.1 km
  4. Continue onto Margaret Maytom Avenue
    0.5 km
  5. Turn left onto Hinton Place
    0.2 km
  6. Continue left onto Hinton Place
    0.1 km
  7. Keep slight right at the fork onto Hinton Place
    0.1 km
  8. Continue left onto Hinton Place
    0.1 km
  9. Take the ramp right towards M4
    0.4 km
  10. Merge slight right onto Ruth First Highway
    7.4 km
  11. Continue straight onto Stalwart Simelane Street
    0.8 km
  12. Continue straight onto Florence Nzama Street
    0.7 km
  13. Turn right onto Bram Fischer Road
    1.8 km
  14. Take the exit ramp straight towards N3
    0.7 km
  15. Merge slight right
    21.6 km
  16. Keep slight right at the fork
    221.7 km
  17. Continue straight
    50.4 km
  18. Take the exit ramp slight left towards N5: Harrismith
    0.7 km
  19. Continue straight
    0.1 km
  20. Merge slight right towards N5: Harrismith
    90.2 km
  21. Continue left onto Eeufees Street
    1.0 km
  22. Turn right onto Roux Street
    0.4 km
  23. You have arrived at your destination
    0.0 km
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Tolls on this route

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Tolls found 16
Known total R767.00
Main toll road M4 - Magalies Toll Route
This route includes 16 toll points from our database. The strongest toll-road match is M4 - Magalies Toll Route.
Mooi Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R70.00
Tugela
Road: Road not linked yet
R100.00
Tugela
Road: Road not linked yet
R100.00
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
Treverton Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R21.00
Treverton Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R21.00
Mariannhill Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R16.50
Mariannhill Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R16.50
Mariannhill Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R16.50
Mariannhill Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R16.50
Mooi Ramp Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R49.00
Mooi
Road: Road not linked yet
R70.00
Bergville
Road: Road not linked yet
R30.00
Bergville
Road: Road not linked yet
R30.00
Stop Stopover sign
Halfway point
200.0 km
Mid-route position Road corridor partition
50 / 50
Time partition Start / finish split
2 hrs 16 min • 2 hrs 16 min
Waypoint reference Nearest route marker
Mid-route reference
Loc Route geography
Route geography
Glenashley → Bethlehem
Start and destination context
Start area Origin
Glenashley
Destination area Arrival
Bethlehem
Road span Street reference
— • —
Post Postal reference
Postal reference
— • —
Glenashley → Bethlehem
Glenashley Origin postcode
Not available
Bethlehem Destination postcode
Not available
Province span Route area
South Africa
Set Nearby route set
Nearby route set
Johannesburg to Polokwane
3 other similar routes
Johannesburg to Polokwane Similar distance
106.7 km
Pretoria to Nelspruit Similar distance
123.4 km
Cape Town to George Similar distance
27.3 km
Rev Related route set
Related route set
Bethlehem → Glenashley
Glenashley ↔ Bethlehem
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Route atlas

Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

ZA-ATLAS
Origin Glenashley -29.76028, 31.05667
Midpoint
200.0 km
Total: 399.8 km
Midpoint 200.0 km
399.8 km 4 hrs 33 min
Destination Bethlehem -28.23083, 28.30889

Route sheet

Route class Resolved South Africa route
Province span South Africa
One-way road span 399.8 km
Return-cycle span 799.5 km
Traversal time 4 hrs 33 min
Maneuver count 23
Maneuver density 5.8 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 200.0 km

Coordinate frame

Start -29.76028, 31.05667
Midpoint -28.90049, 29.76325
End -28.23083, 28.30889
Destination services

Available in Bethlehem

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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
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Questions 9
How far is Glenashley from Bethlehem? +
Glenashley is about 399.8 km from Bethlehem by road.
How long does it take from Glenashley to Bethlehem? +
The drive usually takes about 4 hrs 33 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from Glenashley to Bethlehem in one day? +
Yes, for many drivers this can be done in one day.
Is taxi available from Glenashley 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 Glenashley to Bethlehem? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R669.22 (R23.25 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R672.39 (R23.36 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R745.50 (R25.90 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R751.54 (R26.11 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from Glenashley to Bethlehem? +
Yes. There are 16 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.
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Towns along the route

Hinton Place
From Glenashley To Bethlehem
: Harrismith
From Glenashley To Bethlehem

Route Locations

Start area
Glenashley
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available
Destination area
Bethlehem
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available

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