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Distance from Smithfield to Berea

Smithfield to Berea is a full long-distance road trip, covering about 419.5 km in roughly 5 hrs 2 min.

N Smithfield → Berea
Road distance
419.5 km
260.6 mi • 226.5 nmi
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
335.1 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
1.25×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
20
Info Travel board
Travel time
5 hrs 2 min
Return: 10 hrs 4 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
5 hrs 2 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
83.2 km/h
Stop-adjusted ETA 2 planned rest stops
5 hrs 32 min
Fuel Service sign
Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R702.19
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R705.51
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R782.22
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R788.56
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R926.50
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R930.88
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R1,032.10
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R1,040.47
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R1,219.07
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R1,224.84
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R1,358.02
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R1,369.03
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Wx Destination weather
Today's outlook for Berea
14.2°C
Clear sky
Feels like Perceived temperature
11.7°C
Day range High / low
H 22° • L 9°
Rain chance Today's probability
0%
Wind 10m wind speed
9 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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419.5 km 5 hrs 2 min
Start Smithfield
Finish Berea
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Start point
Destination
Driving route
Navigation sign

Turn-by-turn directions

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  1. Head on Brand Street
    0.5 km
  2. Turn right onto Rascher Street
    71.7 km
  3. Turn right onto Somerset Street
    162.9 km
  4. At the roundabout, take the 1st exit onto Cathcart Street
    0.0 km
  5. Continue onto Cathcart Street
    0.8 km
  6. At the roundabout, take the 3rd exit onto Cathcart Street
    0.1 km
  7. Continue onto Cathcart Street
    2.8 km
  8. At the roundabout, take the 1st exit onto Louis Botha Street
    0.0 km
  9. Continue onto Louis Botha Street
    1.0 km
  10. At the roundabout, take the 2nd exit
    0.0 km
  11. Continue
    173.4 km
  12. At the roundabout, take the 2nd exit
    0.1 km
  13. Continue
    2.1 km
  14. Continue straight onto North East Expressway
    2.9 km
  15. Take the exit ramp slight left towards M4: Pearce Street
    0.3 km
  16. Turn right onto Pearce Road
    0.3 km
  17. Turn right onto Latimer Street
    0.1 km
  18. Turn right onto Winkley Street
    0.1 km
  19. Turn left onto Baynes Street
    0.2 km
  20. 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 M4 - Magalies Toll Route
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.
M4 - Magalies Toll Route M4 - Magalies Toll Route M4 - Magalies Toll Route M4 - Magalies Toll Route
Stop Stopover sign
Halfway point
209.9 km
Mid-route position Road corridor partition
50 / 50
Time partition Start / finish split
2 hrs 31 min • 2 hrs 31 min
Waypoint reference Nearest route marker
Mid-route reference
Loc Route geography
Route geography
Smithfield → Berea
Start and destination context
Start area Origin
Smithfield
Destination area Arrival
Berea, Eastern Cape
Road span Street reference
— • —
Post Postal reference
Postal reference
— • —
Smithfield → Berea
Smithfield Origin postcode
Not available
Berea 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
47.0 km
Gqeberha to East London Overlapping province
180.9 km
Johannesburg to Polokwane Similar distance
126.4 km
Rev Related route set
Related route set
Berea → Smithfield
Smithfield ↔ Berea
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Route atlas

Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

ZA-ATLAS
Origin Smithfield -30.21722, 26.53028
Midpoint
209.9 km
Total: 419.5 km
Midpoint 209.9 km
419.5 km 5 hrs 2 min
Destination Berea -32.99028, 27.91722

Route sheet

Route class Resolved South Africa route
Province span South Africa
One-way road span 419.5 km
Return-cycle span 838.9 km
Traversal time 5 hrs 2 min
Maneuver count 20
Maneuver density 4.8 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 209.9 km

Coordinate frame

Start -30.21722, 26.53028
Midpoint -31.74317, 26.73256
End -32.99028, 27.91722
Destination services

Available in Berea

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 Berea
6
Nearby category Clothing stores Top 6 nearby matches around Berea
6
  • Woolworths
    Surrey Road, East London, 5247
  • Pick n Pay Clothing
    East London, 5201, Western Cape
  • PEP
    East London, 5201, Eastern Cape
  • Kingons
    82 Queen Street
  • JetStores
    JetStores, Caxton Street, North End, Buffalo City Ward 47, KuGompo (East London), Buffalo City Metropolitan Municipality, Eastern Cape, 5201, South Africa
  • Pick n Pay Clothing
    Banza Bay Road, East London, 5205, Eastern Cape
Nearby category Banks Top 3 nearby matches around Berea
3
Nearby category Fuel stations and garages Top 6 nearby matches around Berea
6
  • Shell Select
    5241, Eastern Cape
  • Shell
    8 Old Transkei Road, 5241, Eastern Cape
  • BP
    18 Pearce Street, East London, 5201, Eastern Cape
  • Shell
    234 Oxford Street, 5201, Eastern Cape
  • Shell
    5201, Eastern Cape
  • Shell Select
    5247, Eastern Cape
Nearby category Supermarkets Top 6 nearby matches around Berea
6
Nearby category Pharmacies Top 1 nearby match around Berea
1
  • Clicks
    Amalinda Main Road, East London, 5252
Nearby category Shopping malls Top 2 nearby matches around Berea
2
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Questions 9
How far is Smithfield from Berea? +
Smithfield is about 419.5 km from Berea by road.
How long does it take from Smithfield to Berea? +
The drive usually takes about 5 hrs 2 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from Smithfield to Berea in one day? +
Yes, for many drivers this can be done in one day.
Is taxi available from Smithfield to Berea? +
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 Smithfield to Berea? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R702.19 (R23.25 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R705.51 (R23.36 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R782.22 (R25.90 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R788.56 (R26.11 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from Smithfield to Berea? +
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. This route looks more local or regional, but always check signs and road conditions on the day.
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From Smithfield To Berea

Route Locations

Start area
Smithfield
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available
Destination area
Berea, 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: 47.0 km
Gqeberha to East London Overlapping province
About 238.6 km Difference: 180.9 km
Johannesburg to Polokwane Similar distance
About 293.1 km Difference: 126.4 km
Pretoria to Nelspruit Similar distance
About 276.4 km Difference: 143.1 km
East London to Mthatha Overlapping province
About 178.6 km Difference: 240.9 km

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