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Distance from Port Alfred to Observatory

Port Alfred to Observatory is a full long-distance road trip, covering about 894.4 km in roughly 10 hrs 39 min.

N Port Alfred → Observatory
Road distance
894.4 km
555.8 mi • 482.8 nmi
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
779.3 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
1.15×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
29
Info Travel board
Travel time
10 hrs 39 min
Return: 21 hrs 19 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
10 hrs 39 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
83.9 km/h
Stop-adjusted ETA 5 planned rest stops
11 hrs 54 min
Fuel Service sign
Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R1,497.24
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R1,504.32
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R1,667.89
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R1,681.41
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R1,975.52
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R1,984.87
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R2,200.69
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R2,218.53
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R2,599.37
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R2,611.67
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R2,895.64
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R2,919.12
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Wx Destination weather
Today's outlook for Observatory
14.6°C
Slight rain showers
Feels like Perceived temperature
9.9°C
Day range High / low
H 16° • L 14°
Rain chance Today's probability
100%
Wind 10m wind speed
39 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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894.4 km 10 hrs 39 min
Start Port Alfred
Finish Observatory
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Turn-by-turn directions

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  1. Start your journey
    0.1 km
  2. Turn right onto Wesley Hill Street
    0.4 km
  3. Turn left onto Southwell Road
    98.5 km
  4. Take the ramp slight left towards N2: Port Elizabeth
    0.5 km
  5. Merge slight right
    46.8 km
  6. Take the exit ramp slight left towards M4
    0.3 km
  7. Keep slight right at the fork towards N2
    0.2 km
  8. Merge slight right
    197.6 km
  9. Continue straight
    32.7 km
  10. At the roundabout, take the 1st exit
    0.0 km
  11. Continue
    1.7 km
  12. At the roundabout, take the 2nd exit
    0.0 km
  13. Continue
    4.0 km
  14. Continue straight
    63.9 km
  15. Continue straight
    0.3 km
  16. Continue straight
    5.8 km
  17. At the roundabout, take the 2nd exit
    0.0 km
  18. Continue
    3.4 km
  19. Continue straight
    7.2 km
  20. At the roundabout, take the 2nd exit
    0.0 km
  21. Continue
    0.5 km
  22. Take the exit ramp slight left towards Mossel Bay
    1.1 km
  23. Continue straight
    79.9 km
  24. Continue straight
    53.5 km
  25. Continue straight
    294.4 km
  26. Take the exit ramp slight left towards M4: Main Road
    0.3 km
  27. At the end of the road, turn right onto Main Road towards M4: Observatory
    0.3 km
  28. Turn right onto Lower Main Road
    0.7 km
  29. 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
446.6 km
Mid-route position Road corridor partition
50 / 50
Time partition Start / finish split
5 hrs 19 min • 5 hrs 19 min
Waypoint reference Nearest route marker
Mid-route reference
Loc Route geography
Route geography
Port Alfred → Observatory
Start and destination context
Start area Origin
Port Alfred, Eastern Cape
Destination area Arrival
Observatory
Road span Street reference
— • —
Post Postal reference
Postal reference
— • —
Port Alfred → Observatory
Port Alfred Origin postcode
Not available
Observatory 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
522.0 km
Gqeberha to East London Overlapping province
655.8 km
East London to Mthatha Overlapping province
715.8 km
Rev Related route set
Related route set
Observatory → Port Alfred
Port Alfred ↔ Observatory
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Route sheet

ZA-ATLAS
Origin Port Alfred -33.59818, 26.89148
Midpoint
446.6 km
Total: 894.4 km
Midpoint 446.6 km
894.4 km 10 hrs 39 min
Destination Observatory -33.93694, 18.46833

Route sheet

Route class Resolved South Africa route
Province span South Africa
One-way road span 894.4 km
Return-cycle span 1,788.8 km
Traversal time 10 hrs 39 min
Maneuver count 29
Maneuver density 3.2 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 446.6 km

Coordinate frame

Start -33.59818, 26.89148
Midpoint -33.99832, 22.67608
End -33.93694, 18.46833
Destination services

Available in Observatory

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

Service groups 7
Schools Clothing stores Banks Fuel stations and garages Supermarkets Pharmacies
Nearby category Schools Top 6 nearby matches around Observatory
6
Nearby category Clothing stores Top 6 nearby matches around Observatory
6
Nearby category Banks Top 6 nearby matches around Observatory
6
Nearby category Fuel stations and garages Top 6 nearby matches around Observatory
6
Nearby category Supermarkets Top 6 nearby matches around Observatory
6
Nearby category Pharmacies Top 2 nearby matches around Observatory
2
Nearby category Shopping malls Top 6 nearby matches around Observatory
6
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Questions 9
How far is Port Alfred from Observatory? +
Port Alfred is about 894.4 km from Observatory by road.
How long does it take from Port Alfred to Observatory? +
The drive usually takes about 10 hrs 39 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from Port Alfred to Observatory 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 Port Alfred to Observatory? +
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 Port Alfred to Observatory? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R1,497.24 (R23.25 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R1,504.32 (R23.36 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R1,667.89 (R25.90 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R1,681.41 (R26.11 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from Port Alfred to Observatory? +
Yes. There are 3 tollgates 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

: Port Elizabeth
From Port Alfred To Observatory
: George
From Port Alfred To Observatory
Mossel Bay
From Port Alfred To Observatory
Cape Town
From Port Alfred To Observatory
: Observatory
From Port Alfred To Observatory

Route Locations

Start area
Port Alfred, Eastern Cape
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available
Destination area
Observatory
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: 522.0 km
Gqeberha to East London Overlapping province
About 238.6 km Difference: 655.8 km
East London to Mthatha Overlapping province
About 178.6 km Difference: 715.8 km
Johannesburg to Polokwane Similar distance
About 293.1 km Difference: 601.3 km
Pretoria to Nelspruit Similar distance
About 276.4 km Difference: 618.0 km

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