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Distance from Theunissen to Bethlehem

Theunissen to Bethlehem is a solid inter-town journey, covering about 168.5 km in roughly 2 hrs 12 min.

N Theunissen → Bethlehem
Road distance
168.5 km
104.7 mi • 90.9 nmi
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
157.6 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
1.07×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
7
Info Travel board
Travel time
2 hrs 12 min
Return: 4 hrs 24 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
2 hrs 12 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
76.3 km/h
Stop-adjusted ETA 1 planned rest stop
2 hrs 27 min
Fuel Service sign
Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R281.99
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R283.32
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R314.13
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R316.68
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R372.07
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R373.83
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R414.48
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R417.84
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R489.56
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R491.88
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R545.36
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R549.78
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Fastest drive Direct drive estimate
2 hrs 12 min
Comfort drive Allows a short stop
2 hrs 27 min
Taxi Local commuter
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Route class Operational trip category
Local shared
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168.5 km 2 hrs 12 min
Start Theunissen
Finish Bethlehem
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Start point
Destination
Driving route
Navigation sign

Turn-by-turn directions

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  1. Head on President Steyn Street
    0.3 km
  2. Turn right onto Voortrekker Street
    0.9 km
  3. Turn left
    0.1 km
  4. Turn right
    51.8 km
  5. Continue straight
    115.1 km
  6. Turn left onto Roux Street
    0.2 km
  7. You have arrived at your destination
    0.0 km
Stop Stopover sign
Halfway point
84.1 km
Mid-route position Road corridor partition
50 / 50
Time partition Start / finish split
1 hr 6 min • 1 hr 6 min
Waypoint reference Nearest route marker
Mid-route reference
Loc Route geography
Route geography
Theunissen → Bethlehem
Start and destination context
Start area Origin
Theunissen
Destination area Arrival
Bethlehem
Road span Street reference
— • —
Post Postal reference
Postal reference
— • —
Theunissen → Bethlehem
Theunissen Origin postcode
Not available
Bethlehem Destination postcode
Not available
Province span Route area
South Africa
Set Nearby route set
Nearby route set
Bloemfontein to Welkom
3 other similar routes
Bloemfontein to Welkom Similar distance
33.0 km
Bloemfontein to Kimberley Similar distance
25.6 km
Rustenburg to Mahikeng Similar distance
6.9 km
Rev Related route set
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Bethlehem → Theunissen
Theunissen ↔ Bethlehem
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Route atlas

Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

ZA-ATLAS
Origin Theunissen -28.40056, 26.71056
Midpoint
84.1 km
Total: 168.5 km
Midpoint 84.1 km
168.5 km 2 hrs 12 min
Destination Bethlehem -28.23083, 28.30889

Route sheet

Route class Resolved South Africa route
Province span South Africa
One-way road span 168.5 km
Return-cycle span 336.9 km
Traversal time 2 hrs 12 min
Maneuver count 7
Maneuver density 4.2 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 84.1 km

Coordinate frame

Start -28.40056, 26.71056
Midpoint -28.38499, 27.50811
End -28.23083, 28.30889
Destination services

Available in Bethlehem

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

Service groups 5
Schools Clothing stores Fuel stations and garages Supermarkets Shopping malls
Nearby category Schools Top 2 nearby matches around Bethlehem
2
Nearby category Clothing stores Top 6 nearby matches around Bethlehem
6
  • JetMart
    17 Muller Street, Bethlehem, 9700
  • Edgars
    Muller Street, Bethlehem, 9700
  • Ackermans
    Muller Street, Bethlehem, 9700
  • Trendy Shoes
    Muller Street, Bethlehem, 9700
  • Markham
    Muller Street, Bethlehem, 9700
  • Ideals
    Muller Street, Bethlehem, 9700
Nearby category Fuel stations and garages Top 2 nearby matches around Bethlehem
2
Nearby category Supermarkets Top 6 nearby matches around Bethlehem
6
Nearby category Shopping malls Top 4 nearby matches around Bethlehem
4
Destination brief

Travelling to Bethlehem

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

Signature Eastern Free State commercial town
Standout Working town with mountain-country access
Best for Who this destination suits
Regional base Working stopover Eastern Free State stay Mountain-country access
Arrival What to expect on arrival
Business addresses, shopping corridors and out-of-town lodges can produce different final drives, so specific routing is more useful than a town-only destination.
Regional base Good base for nearby trips
Use Bethlehem as an Eastern Free State base for practical overnights, regional business and onward drives toward Clarens and the Maluti side.
Destination facts Quick reference details
Regional tourism information describes Bethlehem as the commercial centre of the region
It supports shopping, local products and overnight services
The town works well as a practical staging point in the eastern Free State
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Questions 8
How far is Theunissen from Bethlehem? +
Theunissen is about 168.5 km from Bethlehem by road.
How long does it take from Theunissen to Bethlehem? +
The drive usually takes about 2 hrs 12 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from Theunissen to Bethlehem in one day? +
Yes, for many drivers this can be done in one day.
Is taxi available from Theunissen to Bethlehem? +
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 Theunissen to Bethlehem? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R281.99 (R23.25 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R283.32 (R23.36 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R314.13 (R25.90 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R316.68 (R26.11 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from Theunissen to Bethlehem? +
No tollgates are currently matched for this route.
What is the route verdict for this trip? +
Long same-day trip: This can work in one day, but a rest stop and early departure are recommended.
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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Route Locations

Start area
Theunissen
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available
Destination area
Bethlehem
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.

Bloemfontein to Welkom Similar distance
About 135.4 km Difference: 33.0 km
Bloemfontein to Kimberley Similar distance
About 142.8 km Difference: 25.6 km
Rustenburg to Mahikeng Similar distance
About 161.5 km Difference: 6.9 km
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About 155.2 km Difference: 13.3 km
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