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Distance from The Grove to George

The Grove to George is a full long-distance road trip, covering about 439.9 km in roughly 5 hrs 12 min.

N The Grove → George
Road distance
439.9 km
273.3 mi • 237.5 nmi
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
363.8 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
1.21×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
21
Info Travel board
Travel time
5 hrs 12 min
Return: 10 hrs 24 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
5 hrs 12 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
84.5 km/h
Stop-adjusted ETA 2 planned rest stops
5 hrs 42 min
Fuel Service sign
Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R736.37
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R739.86
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R820.30
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R826.96
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R971.60
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R976.20
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R1,082.35
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R1,091.12
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R1,278.43
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R1,284.48
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R1,424.14
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R1,435.69
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Wx Destination weather
Today's outlook for George
14.4°C
Clear sky
Feels like Perceived temperature
12.3°C
Day range High / low
H 22° • L 14°
Rain chance Today's probability
23%
Wind 10m wind speed
8 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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439.9 km 5 hrs 12 min
Start The Grove
Finish George
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Turn-by-turn directions

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  1. Start your journey
    0.0 km
  2. Turn right onto Parklands Main Road
    0.3 km
  3. At the end of the road, turn right onto Sandown Road
    1.3 km
  4. Continue straight onto Malibongwe Drive
    1.9 km
  5. Take the ramp slight left towards N7
    1.2 km
  6. Merge slight right
    8.0 km
  7. Continue straight onto Jakes Gerwel Drive
    7.6 km
  8. Take the exit ramp slight left towards N2: Cape Town International Airport
    0.9 km
  9. Merge slight right onto Settlers Way
    367.6 km
  10. Take the exit ramp straight towards N2: George
    0.9 km
  11. Continue straight
    44.8 km
  12. Take the exit ramp slight left towards York Street
    0.4 km
  13. Turn left onto York Street towards George
    1.7 km
  14. At the roundabout, take the 2nd exit onto York Street
    0.0 km
  15. Continue onto York Street
    0.2 km
  16. At the roundabout, take the 1st exit onto York Street
    0.0 km
  17. Continue onto York Street
    0.3 km
  18. At the roundabout, take the 1st exit onto York Street
    0.0 km
  19. Continue onto York Street
    2.5 km
  20. Turn right onto Hibernia Street
    0.2 km
  21. You have arrived at your destination
    0.0 km
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Tolls on this route

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Tolls found 0
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Main toll road N2 - North Coast Toll Road
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.
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
219.7 km
Western Cape
Mid-route position Road corridor partition
50 / 50
Time partition Start / finish split
2 hrs 36 min • 2 hrs 36 min
Waypoint reference Nearest route marker
Western Cape
Loc Route geography
Route geography
The Grove → George
Western Cape
Start area Origin
The Grove, Western Cape
Destination area Arrival
George, Western Cape
Road span Street reference
— • —
Post Postal reference
Postal reference
— • —
The Grove → George
The Grove Origin postcode
Not available
George 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
67.4 km
Cape Town to Worcester Same province
340.3 km
Cape Town to Hermanus Same province
347.3 km
Rev Related route set
Related route set
George → The Grove
The Grove ↔ George
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The Grove to Cape Town Related trip
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Route atlas

Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

ZA-ATLAS
Origin The Grove -33.80141, 18.52191
Midpoint
219.7 km
Total: 439.9 km
Midpoint 219.7 km
439.9 km 5 hrs 12 min
Destination George -33.95972, 22.45871

Route sheet

Route class Intraprovincial corridor
Province span Western Cape
One-way road span 439.9 km
Return-cycle span 879.8 km
Traversal time 5 hrs 12 min
Maneuver count 21
Maneuver density 4.8 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 219.7 km

Coordinate frame

Start -33.80141, 18.52191
Midpoint -34.07111, 20.41000
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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Route FAQ

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Questions 9
How far is The Grove from George? +
The Grove is about 439.9 km from George by road.
How long does it take from The Grove to George? +
The drive usually takes about 5 hrs 12 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from The Grove to George in one day? +
Yes, for many drivers this can be done in one day.
Is taxi available from The Grove 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 The Grove to George? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R736.37 (R23.25 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R739.86 (R23.36 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R820.30 (R25.90 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R826.96 (R26.11 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from The Grove to George? +
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

: Goodwood
From The Grove To George
: Cape Town International Airport
From The Grove To George
Somerset
From The Grove To George
Settlers Way
From The Grove To George
: George
From The Grove To George
Port Elizabeth
From The Grove To George
Pacaltsdorp
From The Grove To George

Route Locations

Start area
The Grove, Western 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 Same province
About 372.4 km Difference: 67.4 km
Cape Town to Worcester Same province
About 99.6 km Difference: 340.3 km
Cape Town to Hermanus Same province
About 92.6 km Difference: 347.3 km
Gqeberha to East London Similar distance
About 238.6 km Difference: 201.3 km
Cape Town to Paarl Same province
About 54.0 km Difference: 385.8 km

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