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Distance from Howick to Bethlehem

Howick to Bethlehem is a solid inter-town journey, covering about 287.8 km in roughly 3 hrs 18 min.

N Howick → Bethlehem
Road distance
287.8 km
178.8 mi • 155.4 nmi
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
232.8 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
1.24×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
16
Info Travel board
Travel time
3 hrs 18 min
Return: 6 hrs 36 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
3 hrs 18 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
87.2 km/h
Stop-adjusted ETA 1 planned rest stop
3 hrs 33 min
Fuel Service sign
Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R481.78
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R484.06
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R536.69
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R541.04
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R635.68
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R638.69
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R708.13
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R713.88
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R836.42
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R840.38
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R931.76
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R939.31
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Fastest drive Direct drive estimate
3 hrs 18 min
Comfort drive Allows a short stop
3 hrs 33 min
Taxi Local commuter
Taxi fare estimate
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Long-distance caution
Route class Operational trip category
Local shared
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287.8 km 3 hrs 18 min
Start Howick
Finish Bethlehem
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Start point
Destination
Driving route
Navigation sign

Turn-by-turn directions

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  1. Head on Clarendon Road
    0.3 km
  2. Continue straight onto Ludgate Hill
    0.2 km
  3. Turn right onto Braemar Crescent
    0.1 km
  4. Keep slight left at the fork onto Northumberland Avenue
    0.5 km
  5. Continue straight onto Wear Avenue
    0.9 km
  6. Turn right onto Amber Avenue
    0.1 km
  7. At the end of the road, turn left onto Main Street
    2.1 km
  8. Take the ramp right towards N3
    0.3 km
  9. Merge slight right
    140.6 km
  10. Continue straight
    50.4 km
  11. Take the exit ramp slight left towards N5: Harrismith
    0.7 km
  12. Continue straight
    0.1 km
  13. Merge slight right towards N5: Harrismith
    90.2 km
  14. Continue left 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 12
Known total R701.00
Main toll road N3
This route includes 12 toll points from our database. The strongest toll-road match is N3.
Tugela
Road: Road not linked yet
R100.00
Tugela
Road: Road not linked yet
R100.00
Mooi
Road: Road not linked yet
R70.00
Treverton Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R21.00
Mooi Ramp Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R49.00
Treverton Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R21.00
Bergville
Road: Road not linked yet
R30.00
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
Mooi Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R70.00
Stop Stopover sign
Halfway point
144.0 km
Mid-route position Road corridor partition
50 / 50
Time partition Start / finish split
1 hr 39 min • 1 hr 39 min
Waypoint reference Nearest route marker
Mid-route reference
Loc Route geography
Route geography
Howick → Bethlehem
Start and destination context
Start area Origin
Howick
Destination area Arrival
Bethlehem
Road span Street reference
— • —
Post Postal reference
Postal reference
— • —
Howick → Bethlehem
Howick 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
5.3 km
Pretoria to Nelspruit Similar distance
11.4 km
Gqeberha to East London Similar distance
49.2 km
Rev Related route set
Related route set
Bethlehem → Howick
Howick ↔ Bethlehem
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Route atlas

Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

ZA-ATLAS
Origin Howick -29.48362, 30.22424
Midpoint
144.0 km
Total: 287.8 km
Midpoint 144.0 km
287.8 km 3 hrs 18 min
Destination Bethlehem -28.23083, 28.30889

Route sheet

Route class Resolved South Africa route
Province span South Africa
One-way road span 287.8 km
Return-cycle span 575.6 km
Traversal time 3 hrs 18 min
Maneuver count 16
Maneuver density 5.6 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 144.0 km

Coordinate frame

Start -29.48362, 30.22424
Midpoint -28.45339, 29.55167
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
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Route FAQ

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Questions 9
How far is Howick from Bethlehem? +
Howick is about 287.8 km from Bethlehem by road.
How long does it take from Howick to Bethlehem? +
The drive usually takes about 3 hrs 18 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from Howick to Bethlehem in one day? +
Yes, for many drivers this can be done in one day.
Is taxi available from Howick 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 Howick to Bethlehem? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R481.78 (R23.25 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R484.06 (R23.36 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R536.69 (R25.90 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R541.04 (R26.11 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from Howick to Bethlehem? +
Yes. There are 12 tollgates currently matched for this route.
What is the route verdict for this trip? +
Long same-day trip: This can work in one day, but a rest stop and early departure are recommended.
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. National roads appear in this route, so watch for toll signs and busier sections.
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Route Locations

Start area
Howick
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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