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Distance from Great Way to Knysna

Great Way to Knysna is a solid inter-town journey, covering about 228.7 km in roughly 2 hrs 42 min. It also crosses a provincial boundary.

N Great Way → Knysna
Road distance
228.7 km
142.1 mi • 123.5 nmi
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
198.6 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
1.15×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
12
Info Travel board
Travel time
2 hrs 42 min
Return: 5 hrs 24 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
2 hrs 42 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
84.6 km/h
Stop-adjusted ETA 1 planned rest stop
2 hrs 57 min
Fuel Service sign
Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R382.80
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R384.61
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R426.43
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R429.89
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R505.09
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R507.48
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R562.66
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R567.22
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R664.59
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R667.73
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R740.34
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R746.34
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Wx Destination weather
Today's outlook for Knysna
12.2°C
Overcast
Feels like Perceived temperature
11.3°C
Day range High / low
H 17° • L 10°
Rain chance Today's probability
15%
Wind 10m wind speed
5 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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Start, destination and route line.

228.7 km 2 hrs 42 min
Start Great Way
Finish Knysna
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Start point
Destination
Driving route
Navigation sign

Turn-by-turn directions

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  1. Head on Great West Way
    2.4 km
  2. Take the exit ramp slight left towards R102: Van Stadens Pass
    0.6 km
  3. Turn right onto Cape Road
    0.1 km
  4. Take the ramp right towards N2: Humansdorp
    0.6 km
  5. Merge slight right onto Great West Way
    159.5 km
  6. Continue straight
    32.7 km
  7. At the roundabout, take the 1st exit
    0.0 km
  8. Continue
    1.7 km
  9. At the roundabout, take the 2nd exit
    0.0 km
  10. Continue
    4.0 km
  11. Continue straight
    27.0 km
  12. You have arrived at your destination
    0.0 km
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Tolls on this route

R
Tolls found 3
Known total R219.00
Main toll road N2 - North Coast Toll Road
This route includes 3 toll points from our database. The strongest toll-road match is N2 - North Coast Toll Road.
Tsitsikamma
Road: Road not linked yet
R73.00
Tsitsikamma
Road: Road not linked yet
R73.00
Tsitsikamma
Road: Road not linked yet
R73.00
Stop Stopover sign
Halfway point
114.2 km
Eastern Cape to Western Cape
Mid-route position Road corridor partition
50 / 50
Time partition Start / finish split
1 hr 21 min • 1 hr 21 min
Waypoint reference Nearest route marker
Eastern Cape to Western Cape
Loc Route geography
Route geography
Great Way → Knysna
Eastern Cape to Western Cape
Start area Origin
Great Way, Eastern Cape
Destination area Arrival
Knysna, Western Cape
Road span Street reference
— • —
Post Postal reference
Postal reference
— • —
Great Way → Knysna
Great Way Origin postcode
Not available
Knysna Destination postcode
Not available
Province span Route area
Eastern Cape to Western Cape
Set Nearby route set
Nearby route set
Gqeberha to East London
3 other similar routes
Gqeberha to East London Overlapping province
9.9 km
East London to Mthatha Overlapping province
50.1 km
George to Knysna Overlapping province
174.1 km
Rev Related route set
Related route set
Knysna → Great Way
Great Way ↔ Knysna
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Route atlas

Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

ZA-ATLAS
Origin Great Way -33.90920, 25.19716
Midpoint
114.2 km
Total: 228.7 km
Midpoint 114.2 km
228.7 km 2 hrs 42 min
Destination Knysna -34.03573, 23.04849

Route sheet

Route class Interprovincial corridor
Province span Eastern Cape to Western Cape
One-way road span 228.7 km
Return-cycle span 457.4 km
Traversal time 2 hrs 42 min
Maneuver count 12
Maneuver density 5.2 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 114.2 km

Coordinate frame

Start -33.90920, 25.19716
Midpoint -33.99142, 24.13584
End -34.03573, 23.04849
Destination services

Available in Knysna

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

Service groups 4
Schools Clothing stores Fuel stations and garages Supermarkets
Nearby category Schools Top 2 nearby matches around Knysna
2
Nearby category Clothing stores Top 5 nearby matches around Knysna
5
  • Gypsy Bloo
    Gypsy Bloo, Memorial Square, Upper Central Town, Knysna Ward 10, Knysna Local Municipality, Garden Route District Municipality, Western Cape, 6570, South Africa
  • Edgars
    Edgars, Spring Street, Upper Central Town, Knysna Ward 10, Knysna Local Municipality, Garden Route District Municipality, Western Cape, 6570, South Africa
  • Norseman Menswear
    Norseman Menswear, Main Road, Lower Central Town, Knysna Ward 10, Knysna Local Municipality, Garden Route District Municipality, Western Cape, 6570, South Africa
  • Jet
    Jet, Main Road, Lower Central Town, Knysna Ward 10, Knysna Local Municipality, Garden Route District Municipality, Western Cape, 6570, South Africa
  • Yo Kimono
    Queen Street, Knysna, 6571
Nearby category Fuel stations and garages Top 1 nearby match around Knysna
1
Nearby category Supermarkets Top 6 nearby matches around Knysna
6
Destination brief

Travelling to Knysna

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

Signature Lagoon and forests
Standout
Knysna stands out for its estuary, indigenous forests and the dramatic Knysna Heads, giving it a stronger natural identity than a simple Garden Route stop.
Best for Who this destination suits
Garden Route base Lagoon views Food weekend Forest and beach mix
Arrival What to expect on arrival
The final stop matters. A stay near the lagoon, Leisure Isle, the Heads or the forest side can feel like very different versions of Knysna.
Regional base Good base for nearby trips
Use Knysna as a Garden Route base for lagoon town time, forest drives, nearby beaches and short hops to Plettenberg Bay, Sedgefield and Wilderness.
Destination facts Quick reference details
Garden Route destination
Known for the Knysna Heads and estuary
Surrounded by indigenous forest and coastline
Route support

Route FAQ

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Questions 9
How far is Great Way from Knysna? +
Great Way is about 228.7 km from Knysna by road.
How long does it take from Great Way to Knysna? +
The drive usually takes about 2 hrs 42 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from Great Way to Knysna in one day? +
Yes, for many drivers this can be done in one day.
Is taxi available from Great Way to Knysna? +
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 Great Way to Knysna? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R382.80 (R23.25 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R384.61 (R23.36 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R426.43 (R25.90 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R429.89 (R26.11 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from Great Way to Knysna? +
Yes. There are 3 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 medium-to-long route. A fuel or refreshment stop is a good idea.
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 crosses a provincial boundary. National roads appear in this route, so watch for toll signs and busier sections.
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Route Locations

Start area
Great Way, Eastern Cape
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available
Destination area
Knysna, Western Cape
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.

Gqeberha to East London Overlapping province
About 238.6 km Difference: 9.9 km
East London to Mthatha Overlapping province
About 178.6 km Difference: 50.1 km
George to Knysna Overlapping province
About 54.5 km Difference: 174.1 km
Bloemfontein to Kimberley Similar distance
About 142.8 km Difference: 85.8 km
Cape Town to George Overlapping province
About 372.4 km Difference: 143.8 km

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