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Distance from Pacaltsdorp to Blue Downs

Pacaltsdorp to Blue Downs is a full long-distance road trip, covering about 406.2 km in roughly 4 hrs 45 min.

N Pacaltsdorp → Blue Downs
Road distance
406.2 km
252.4 mi • 219.3 nmi
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
346.7 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
1.17×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
19
Info Travel board
Travel time
4 hrs 45 min
Return: 9 hrs 31 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
4 hrs 45 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
85.3 km/h
Stop-adjusted ETA 2 planned rest stops
5 hrs 15 min
Fuel Service sign
Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R679.95
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R683.17
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R757.45
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R763.59
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R897.16
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R901.40
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R999.42
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R1,007.52
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R1,180.47
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R1,186.06
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R1,315.02
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R1,325.68
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Fastest drive Direct drive estimate
4 hrs 45 min
Comfort drive Allows a short stop
5 hrs 0 min
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Route class Operational trip category
Local shared
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406.2 km 4 hrs 45 min
Start Pacaltsdorp
Finish Blue Downs
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Turn-by-turn directions

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  1. Start your journey
    0.1 km
  2. At the end of the road, turn right onto Mission Street
    0.8 km
  3. At the end of the road, turn right onto Beach Road
    1.8 km
  4. Take the ramp left towards N2: Mossel Bay
    0.7 km
  5. Merge slight right
    73.5 km
  6. Continue straight
    53.5 km
  7. Continue straight
    271.0 km
  8. Take the exit ramp slight left towards M32: Spine Road Extension
    0.4 km
  9. Turn right onto Spine Road
    1.2 km
  10. At the roundabout, take the 2nd exit onto Spine Road
    0.0 km
  11. Continue onto Spine Road
    0.4 km
  12. At the roundabout, take the 3rd exit onto Forest Drive
    0.1 km
  13. Continue onto Forest Drive
    1.0 km
  14. At the roundabout, take the 1st exit onto Blue Downs Way
    0.0 km
  15. Continue onto Blue Downs Way
    1.2 km
  16. Turn left onto Vulcan Road
    0.3 km
  17. Turn right onto Victoria Road
    0.0 km
  18. Continue left onto Victoria Road
    0.0 km
  19. You have arrived at your destination
    0.0 km
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Main toll road N2 - North Coast Toll Road
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N2 - North Coast Toll Road N2 - North Coast Toll Road N2 - North Coast Toll Road N2 - North Coast Toll Road
Stop Stopover sign
Halfway point
202.8 km
Western Cape
Mid-route position Road corridor partition
50 / 50
Time partition Start / finish split
2 hrs 22 min • 2 hrs 22 min
Waypoint reference Nearest route marker
Western Cape
Loc Route geography
Route geography
Pacaltsdorp → Blue Downs
Western Cape
Start area Origin
Pacaltsdorp, Western Cape
Destination area Arrival
Blue Downs, Western Cape
Road span Street reference
— • —
Post Postal reference
Postal reference
— • —
Pacaltsdorp → Blue Downs
Pacaltsdorp Origin postcode
Not available
Blue Downs Destination postcode
Not available
Province span Route area
Western Cape
Set Nearby route set
Nearby route set
Cape Town to George
3 other similar routes
Cape Town to George Same province
33.7 km
Cape Town to Worcester Same province
306.6 km
Cape Town to Hermanus Same province
313.6 km
Rev Related route set
Related route set
Blue Downs → Pacaltsdorp
Pacaltsdorp ↔ Blue Downs
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Route sheet

ZA-ATLAS
Origin Pacaltsdorp -34.01611, 22.45944
Midpoint
202.8 km
Total: 406.2 km
Midpoint 202.8 km
406.2 km 4 hrs 45 min
Destination Blue Downs -34.00000, 18.69750

Route sheet

Route class Intraprovincial corridor
Province span Western Cape
One-way road span 406.2 km
Return-cycle span 812.4 km
Traversal time 4 hrs 45 min
Maneuver count 19
Maneuver density 4.7 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 202.8 km

Coordinate frame

Start -34.01611, 22.45944
Midpoint -34.03644, 20.53699
End -34.00000, 18.69750
Destination services

Available in Blue Downs

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Service groups 4
Schools Clothing stores Supermarkets Shopping malls
Nearby category Schools Top 6 nearby matches around Blue Downs
6
Nearby category Clothing stores Top 2 nearby matches around Blue Downs
2
  • PEP
    Forest Drive, Cape Town, 7100, Western Cape
  • PEP
    Plein Street, Cape Town, 3630, Western Cape
Nearby category Supermarkets Top 6 nearby matches around Blue Downs
6
Nearby category Shopping malls Top 1 nearby match around Blue Downs
1
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Questions 9
How far is Pacaltsdorp from Blue Downs? +
Pacaltsdorp is about 406.2 km from Blue Downs by road.
How long does it take from Pacaltsdorp to Blue Downs? +
The drive usually takes about 4 hrs 45 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from Pacaltsdorp to Blue Downs in one day? +
Yes, for many drivers this can be done in one day.
Is taxi available from Pacaltsdorp to Blue Downs? +
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 Pacaltsdorp to Blue Downs? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R679.95 (R23.25 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R683.17 (R23.36 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R757.45 (R25.90 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R763.59 (R26.11 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from Pacaltsdorp to Blue Downs? +
No tollgates are 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

: Mossel Bay
From Pacaltsdorp To Blue Downs
Eersterivier
From Pacaltsdorp To Blue Downs
Blue Downs Way
From Pacaltsdorp To Blue Downs

Route Locations

Start area
Pacaltsdorp, Western Cape
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available
Destination area
Blue Downs, 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.

Cape Town to George Same province
About 372.4 km Difference: 33.7 km
Cape Town to Worcester Same province
About 99.6 km Difference: 306.6 km
Cape Town to Hermanus Same province
About 92.6 km Difference: 313.6 km
Gqeberha to East London Similar distance
About 238.6 km Difference: 167.6 km
George to Knysna Same province
About 54.5 km Difference: 351.6 km

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