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Distance from Kroonstad to Bethlehem

Kroonstad to Bethlehem is a practical regional trip, covering about 139.3 km in roughly 2 hrs 2 min.

N Kroonstad → Bethlehem
Road distance
139.3 km
86.5 mi • 75.2 nmi
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
123.5 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
1.13×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
17
Info Travel board
Travel time
2 hrs 2 min
Return: 4 hrs 5 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
2 hrs 2 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
68.0 km/h
Stop-adjusted ETA 1 planned rest stop
2 hrs 17 min
Fuel Service sign
Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R233.11
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R234.22
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R259.68
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R261.79
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R307.58
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R309.04
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R342.64
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R345.42
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R404.71
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R406.63
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R450.84
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R454.50
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Wx Destination weather
Today's outlook for Bethlehem
8.1°C
Overcast
Feels like Perceived temperature
4.0°C
Day range High / low
H 14° • L 8°
Rain chance Today's probability
20%
Wind 10m wind speed
22 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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139.3 km 2 hrs 2 min
Start Kroonstad
Finish Bethlehem
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Start point
Destination
Driving route
Navigation sign

Turn-by-turn directions

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  1. Head on Beyers Street
    0.1 km
  2. At the end of the road, turn left onto Joubert Street
    0.2 km
  3. Turn right onto Hospital Road
    0.5 km
  4. Turn left onto Du Toit Street
    0.5 km
  5. Continue straight onto Cross Street
    1.0 km
  6. At the roundabout, take the 1st exit onto Louw Street
    0.0 km
  7. Continue onto Louw Street
    0.2 km
  8. Continue straight onto South Road
    0.3 km
  9. At the roundabout, take the 2nd exit onto South Road
    0.0 km
  10. Continue onto South Road
    0.6 km
  11. At the roundabout, take the 2nd exit onto South Road
    0.0 km
  12. Continue onto South Road
    133.9 km
  13. Continue straight onto Atbara Road
    0.2 km
  14. Turn left onto MacNicol Street
    1.4 km
  15. Turn left onto Naude Street
    0.2 km
  16. Turn right onto Roux Street
    0.1 km
  17. You have arrived at your destination
    0.0 km
Stop Stopover sign
Halfway point
69.6 km
Mid-route position Road corridor partition
50 / 50
Time partition Start / finish split
1 hr 1 min • 1 hr 1 min
Waypoint reference Nearest route marker
Mid-route reference
Loc Route geography
Route geography
Kroonstad → Bethlehem
Start and destination context
Start area Origin
Kroonstad
Destination area Arrival
Bethlehem
Road span Street reference
— • —
Post Postal reference
Postal reference
— • —
Kroonstad → Bethlehem
Kroonstad Origin postcode
Not available
Bethlehem Destination postcode
Not available
Province span Route area
South Africa
Set Nearby route set
Nearby route set
Bloemfontein to Welkom
3 other similar routes
Bloemfontein to Welkom Similar distance
3.9 km
Bloemfontein to Kimberley Similar distance
3.6 km
Rustenburg to Mahikeng Similar distance
22.3 km
Rev Related route set
Related route set
Bethlehem → Kroonstad
Kroonstad ↔ Bethlehem
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Route atlas

Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

ZA-ATLAS
Origin Kroonstad -27.65327, 27.23552
Midpoint
69.6 km
Total: 139.3 km
Midpoint 69.6 km
139.3 km 2 hrs 2 min
Destination Bethlehem -28.23083, 28.30889

Route sheet

Route class Resolved South Africa route
Province span South Africa
One-way road span 139.3 km
Return-cycle span 278.5 km
Traversal time 2 hrs 2 min
Maneuver count 17
Maneuver density 12.2 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 69.6 km

Coordinate frame

Start -27.65327, 27.23552
Midpoint -27.92831, 27.77177
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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Questions 8
How far is Kroonstad from Bethlehem? +
Kroonstad is about 139.3 km from Bethlehem by road.
How long does it take from Kroonstad to Bethlehem? +
The drive usually takes about 2 hrs 2 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from Kroonstad to Bethlehem in one day? +
Yes, for many drivers this can be done in one day.
Is taxi available from Kroonstad 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 Kroonstad to Bethlehem? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R233.11 (R23.25 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R234.22 (R23.36 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R259.68 (R25.90 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R261.79 (R26.11 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from Kroonstad to Bethlehem? +
No tollgates are currently matched for this route.
What is the route verdict for this trip? +
Practical regional trip: This route is very manageable in one day and usually works well as a same-day return.
Is there a road note for this route? +
This is a regional road trip that can usually work as a same-day return. 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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Route Locations

Start area
Kroonstad
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available
Destination area
Bethlehem
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.

Bloemfontein to Welkom Similar distance
About 135.4 km Difference: 3.9 km
Bloemfontein to Kimberley Similar distance
About 142.8 km Difference: 3.6 km
Rustenburg to Mahikeng Similar distance
About 161.5 km Difference: 22.3 km
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Johannesburg to Rustenburg Similar distance
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