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Distance from Kokstad to Bergen

Kokstad to Bergen is a full long-distance road trip, covering about 700.6 km in roughly 8 hrs 31 min.

N Kokstad → Bergen
Road distance
700.6 km
435.3 mi • 378.2 nmi
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
529.2 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
1.32×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
33
Info Travel board
Travel time
8 hrs 31 min
Return: 17 hrs 2 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
8 hrs 31 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
82.3 km/h
Stop-adjusted ETA 4 planned rest stops
9 hrs 31 min
Fuel Service sign
Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R1,172.80
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R1,178.35
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R1,306.48
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R1,317.07
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R1,547.45
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R1,554.77
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R1,723.82
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R1,737.80
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R2,036.11
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R2,045.75
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R2,268.19
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R2,286.58
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Wx Destination weather
Today's outlook for Bergen
16.7°C
Clear sky
Feels like Perceived temperature
13.6°C
Day range High / low
H 22° • L 15°
Rain chance Today's probability
0%
Wind 10m wind speed
15 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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700.6 km 8 hrs 31 min
Start Kokstad
Finish Bergen
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Destination
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Turn-by-turn directions

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  1. Head on Main Street
    0.1 km
  2. Turn left onto Coulter Street
    0.1 km
  3. Turn left onto Hope Street
    2.2 km
  4. Turn right
    1.2 km
  5. Continue straight
    0.1 km
  6. Turn left
    0.1 km
  7. At the roundabout, take the 2nd exit
    0.1 km
  8. Continue
    0.4 km
  9. At the end of the road, turn right
    0.2 km
  10. Continue straight
    174.5 km
  11. Turn right onto Nelson Mandela Drive
    217.9 km
  12. Take the exit ramp slight left towards N6
    0.5 km
  13. Merge slight right onto North East Expressway
    4.1 km
  14. Continue straight onto Valley Road
    0.9 km
  15. Continue straight onto Fitzpatrick Road
    0.3 km
  16. Continue straight onto Currie Street
    1.0 km
  17. Turn right onto Fleet Street
    1.2 km
  18. Continue straight onto Settlers Way
    136.1 km
  19. Continue straight onto Southwell Road
    98.5 km
  20. Take the ramp slight left towards N2: Port Elizabeth
    0.5 km
  21. Merge slight right
    46.8 km
  22. Take the exit ramp slight left towards M4
    0.3 km
  23. Keep slight right at the fork towards N2
    0.2 km
  24. Merge slight right
    8.0 km
  25. Take the exit ramp slight left towards R102: Cape Road
    0.4 km
  26. Go straight onto Cape Road
    0.1 km
  27. Turn slight left onto Kragga Kamma Road towards M15: Kragga Kamma Road
    3.1 km
  28. Turn slight left onto Vitry Avenue
    0.4 km
  29. Turn left onto Luneville Road
    0.8 km
  30. Turn right onto Marne Avenue
    0.3 km
  31. Turn left
    0.1 km
  32. Turn right
    0.1 km
  33. You have arrived at your destination
    0.0 km
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Tolls on this route

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Tolls found 0
Known total —
Main toll road N2 - North Coast Toll Road
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.
N2 - North Coast Toll Road M4 - Magalies Toll Route M4 - Magalies Toll Route N2 - North Coast Toll Road
Stop Stopover sign
Halfway point
350.4 km
Mid-route position Road corridor partition
50 / 50
Time partition Start / finish split
4 hrs 15 min • 4 hrs 15 min
Waypoint reference Nearest route marker
Mid-route reference
Loc Route geography
Route geography
Kokstad → Bergen
Start and destination context
Start area Origin
Kokstad
Destination area Arrival
Bergen, Eastern Cape
Road span Street reference
— • —
Post Postal reference
Postal reference
— • —
Kokstad → Bergen
Kokstad Origin postcode
Not available
Bergen 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
328.1 km
Gqeberha to East London Overlapping province
462.0 km
Johannesburg to Polokwane Similar distance
407.5 km
Rev Related route set
Related route set
Bergen → Kokstad
Kokstad ↔ Bergen
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Route atlas

Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

ZA-ATLAS
Origin Kokstad -30.54750, 29.42444
Midpoint
350.4 km
Total: 700.6 km
Midpoint 350.4 km
700.6 km 8 hrs 31 min
Destination Bergen -33.97150, 25.51475

Route sheet

Route class Resolved South Africa route
Province span South Africa
One-way road span 700.6 km
Return-cycle span 1,401.2 km
Traversal time 8 hrs 31 min
Maneuver count 33
Maneuver density 4.7 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 350.4 km

Coordinate frame

Start -30.54750, 29.42444
Midpoint -32.64014, 27.96463
End -33.97150, 25.51475
Destination services

Available in Bergen

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

Service groups 6
Schools Clothing stores Banks Fuel stations and garages Supermarkets Shopping malls
Nearby category Schools Top 6 nearby matches around Bergen
6
Nearby category Clothing stores Top 2 nearby matches around Bergen
2
Nearby category Banks Top 5 nearby matches around Bergen
5
Nearby category Fuel stations and garages Top 6 nearby matches around Bergen
6
Nearby category Supermarkets Top 6 nearby matches around Bergen
6
Nearby category Shopping malls Top 2 nearby matches around Bergen
2
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Questions 9
How far is Kokstad from Bergen? +
Kokstad is about 700.6 km from Bergen by road.
How long does it take from Kokstad to Bergen? +
The drive usually takes about 8 hrs 31 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from Kokstad to Bergen 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 Kokstad to Bergen? +
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 Kokstad to Bergen? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R1,172.80 (R23.25 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R1,178.35 (R23.36 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R1,306.48 (R25.90 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R1,317.07 (R26.11 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from Kokstad to Bergen? +
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. National roads appear in this route, so watch for toll signs and busier sections.
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Towns along the route

: London
From Kokstad To Bergen
Expressway
From Kokstad To Bergen
Settlers Way
From Kokstad To Bergen
: Port Elizabeth
From Kokstad To Bergen

Route Locations

Start area
Kokstad
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available
Destination area
Bergen, Eastern 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.

Cape Town to George Similar distance
About 372.4 km Difference: 328.1 km
Gqeberha to East London Overlapping province
About 238.6 km Difference: 462.0 km
Johannesburg to Polokwane Similar distance
About 293.1 km Difference: 407.5 km
Pretoria to Nelspruit Similar distance
About 276.4 km Difference: 424.2 km
East London to Mthatha Overlapping province
About 178.6 km Difference: 522.0 km

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