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Distance from Shell Motherwell 6211 Eastern Cape to George

Shell Motherwell 6211 Eastern Cape to George is a solid inter-town journey, covering about 338.2 km in roughly 4 hrs 18 min. It also crosses a provincial boundary.

N Shell Motherwell 6211 Eastern Cape → George
Road distance
338.2 km
210.1 mi • 182.6 nmi
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
289.8 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
1.17×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
31
Info Travel board
Travel time
4 hrs 18 min
Return: 8 hrs 37 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
4 hrs 18 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
78.5 km/h
Stop-adjusted ETA 2 planned rest stops
4 hrs 48 min
Fuel Service sign
Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R566.08
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R568.76
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R630.60
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R635.72
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R746.92
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R750.45
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R832.05
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R838.79
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R982.78
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R987.43
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R1,094.80
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R1,103.68
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Fastest drive Direct drive estimate
4 hrs 18 min
Comfort drive Allows a short stop
4 hrs 33 min
Taxi Local commuter
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Route class Operational trip category
Local shared
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338.2 km 4 hrs 18 min
Start Shell Motherwell 6211 Eastern Cape
Finish George
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  1. Start your journey
    0.0 km
  2. Turn right onto Xabane Street
    0.7 km
  3. Turn right onto Nzunga Street
    0.7 km
  4. At the end of the road, turn right onto Dibanisa Road
    4.3 km
  5. Turn slight left
    0.4 km
  6. Go straight onto Trunk Road
    2.0 km
  7. At the end of the road, turn right onto Grahamstown Road
    0.9 km
  8. Turn left onto John Tallant Road
    0.9 km
  9. Take the ramp right towards N2
    0.4 km
  10. Merge slight right
    3.2 km
  11. Take the exit ramp slight left towards M4
    0.3 km
  12. Keep slight right at the fork towards N2
    0.2 km
  13. Merge slight right
    197.6 km
  14. Continue straight
    32.7 km
  15. At the roundabout, take the 1st exit
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  16. Continue
    1.7 km
  17. At the roundabout, take the 2nd exit
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  18. Continue
    4.0 km
  19. Continue straight
    63.9 km
  20. Continue straight
    0.3 km
  21. Continue straight
    5.8 km
  22. At the roundabout, take the 2nd exit
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  23. Continue
    3.4 km
  24. Continue straight
    7.2 km
  25. At the roundabout, take the 2nd exit
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  26. Continue
    0.5 km
  27. Continue straight onto Knysna Street
    5.1 km
  28. Continue straight onto Courtenay Street
    0.3 km
  29. Turn left onto Memoriam Street
    0.5 km
  30. Turn right onto Hibernia Street
    1.0 km
  31. You have arrived at your destination
    0.0 km
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Tolls on this route

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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
168.9 km
Eastern Cape to Western Cape
Mid-route position Road corridor partition
50 / 50
Time partition Start / finish split
2 hrs 9 min • 2 hrs 9 min
Waypoint reference Nearest route marker
Eastern Cape to Western Cape
Loc Route geography
Route geography
Shell Motherwell 6211 Eastern Cape → George
Eastern Cape to Western Cape
Start area Origin
Shell Motherwell 6211 Eastern Cape, Eastern Cape
Destination area Arrival
George, Western Cape
Road span Street reference
— • —
Post Postal reference
Postal reference
— • —
Shell Motherwell 6211 Eastern Cape → George
Shell Motherwell 6211 Eastern Cape Origin postcode
Not available
George Destination postcode
Not available
Province span Route area
Eastern Cape to Western Cape
Set Nearby route set
Nearby route set
Cape Town to George
3 other similar routes
Cape Town to George Overlapping province
34.3 km
Gqeberha to East London Overlapping province
99.6 km
East London to Mthatha Overlapping province
159.6 km
Rev Related route set
Related route set
George → Shell Motherwell 6211 Eastern Cape
Shell Motherwell 6211 Eastern Cape ↔ George
Route atlas

Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

ZA-ATLAS
Origin Shell Motherwell 6211 Eastern Cape -33.82430, 25.59385
Midpoint
168.9 km
Total: 338.2 km
Midpoint 168.9 km
338.2 km 4 hrs 18 min
Destination George -33.95972, 22.45871

Route sheet

Route class Interprovincial corridor
Province span Eastern Cape to Western Cape
One-way road span 338.2 km
Return-cycle span 676.3 km
Traversal time 4 hrs 18 min
Maneuver count 31
Maneuver density 9.2 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 168.9 km

Coordinate frame

Start -33.82430, 25.59385
Midpoint -33.98517, 24.06781
End -33.95972, 22.45871
Destination services

Available in George

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

Service groups 3
Schools Banks Supermarkets
Nearby category Schools Top 3 nearby matches around George
3
Nearby category Banks Top 2 nearby matches around George
2
  • Nedbank
    106 York Street, George
  • FNB
    97 York Street, George, 6530
Nearby category Supermarkets Top 6 nearby matches around George
6
Destination brief

Travelling to George

A polished arrival snapshot covering what stands out, who the place suits best and what to keep in mind before you get there.

Signature Garden Route hub
Standout Business hub with beaches, forest and mountain access
George holds a different role from many coastal holiday towns because it combines Garden Route business importance with fast access to beaches, mountains, forests and golf travel.
Best for Who this destination suits
Garden Route base Golf trip Business and leisure mix Airport-side stay
Arrival What to expect on arrival
The route can end in central George, the airport side, Herolds Bay, Wilderness or a nearby inland stay, and those arrivals do not feel the same.
Regional base Good base for nearby trips
Use George as a central Garden Route base for airport access, golf, coastal links and onward drives to Wilderness, Knysna and Oudtshoorn direction.
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Questions 9
How far is Shell Motherwell 6211 Eastern Cape from George? +
Shell Motherwell 6211 Eastern Cape is about 338.2 km from George by road.
How long does it take from Shell Motherwell 6211 Eastern Cape to George? +
The drive usually takes about 4 hrs 18 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from Shell Motherwell 6211 Eastern Cape to George in one day? +
Yes, for many drivers this can be done in one day.
Is taxi available from Shell Motherwell 6211 Eastern Cape to George? +
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 Shell Motherwell 6211 Eastern Cape to George? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R566.08 (R23.25 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R568.76 (R23.36 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R630.60 (R25.90 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R635.72 (R26.11 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from Shell Motherwell 6211 Eastern Cape to George? +
Yes. There are 3 tollgates 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. This route crosses a provincial boundary. National roads appear in this route, so watch for toll signs and busier sections.
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Towns along the route

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From Shell Motherwell 6211 Eastern Cape To George

Route Locations

Start area
Shell Motherwell 6211 Eastern Cape, Eastern Cape
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available
Destination area
George, 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 Overlapping province
About 372.4 km Difference: 34.3 km
Gqeberha to East London Overlapping province
About 238.6 km Difference: 99.6 km
East London to Mthatha Overlapping province
About 178.6 km Difference: 159.6 km
Johannesburg to Polokwane Similar distance
About 293.1 km Difference: 45.1 km
Pretoria to Nelspruit Similar distance
About 276.4 km Difference: 61.8 km

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