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Distance from Waterfront to Mossel Bay

Waterfront to Mossel Bay is a full long-distance road trip, covering about 394.2 km in roughly 4 hrs 41 min.

N Waterfront → Mossel Bay
Road distance
394.2 km
245.0 mi • 212.8 nmi
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
345.2 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
1.14×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
22
Info Travel board
Travel time
4 hrs 41 min
Return: 9 hrs 23 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
4 hrs 41 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
83.9 km/h
Stop-adjusted ETA 2 planned rest stops
5 hrs 11 min
Fuel Service sign
Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R659.95
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R663.08
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R735.17
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R741.13
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R870.77
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R874.89
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R970.02
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R977.89
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R1,145.75
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R1,151.17
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R1,276.34
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R1,286.69
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Fastest drive Direct drive estimate
4 hrs 41 min
Comfort drive Allows a short stop
4 hrs 56 min
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Route class Operational trip category
Local shared
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394.2 km 4 hrs 41 min
Start Waterfront
Finish Mossel Bay
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  1. Start your journey
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  2. Turn left
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  3. At the roundabout, take the 1st exit onto Breakwater Lane
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  4. Continue onto Breakwater Lane
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  5. At the roundabout, take the 1st exit onto Breakwater Lane
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  6. Continue onto Breakwater Lane
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  7. At the roundabout, take the 1st exit onto Dock Road
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  8. Continue onto Dock Road
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  9. At the roundabout, take the 1st exit onto Dock Road
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  10. Continue onto Dock Road
    1.3 km
  11. At the roundabout, take the 1st exit onto Dock Road
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  12. Continue onto Dock Road
    0.2 km
  13. Turn right onto Dock Road
    0.3 km
  14. Turn left onto Nelson Mandela Boulevard
    0.8 km
  15. Keep slight right at the fork onto Nelson Mandela Boulevard towards Cape Town International Airport
    4.2 km
  16. Keep slight left at the fork onto Nelson Mandela Boulevard
    0.4 km
  17. Continue straight onto Hospital Bend
    0.5 km
  18. Continue straight onto Settlers Way
    376.1 km
  19. Go straight
    7.4 km
  20. Turn slight left
    0.5 km
  21. Turn right onto Marsh Street
    1.8 km
  22. You have arrived at your destination
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Halfway point
196.9 km
Mid-route position Road corridor partition
50 / 50
Time partition Start / finish split
2 hrs 20 min • 2 hrs 20 min
Waypoint reference Nearest route marker
Mid-route reference
Loc Route geography
Route geography
Waterfront → Mossel Bay
Start and destination context
Start area Origin
Waterfront
Destination area Arrival
Mossel Bay, Western Cape
Road span Street reference
— • —
Post Postal reference
Postal reference
— • —
Waterfront → Mossel Bay
Waterfront Origin postcode
Not available
Mossel Bay 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 Overlapping province
21.8 km
Gqeberha to East London Similar distance
155.7 km
Cape Town to Worcester Overlapping province
294.6 km
Rev Related route set
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Mossel Bay → Waterfront
Waterfront ↔ Mossel Bay
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Route atlas

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Route sheet

ZA-ATLAS
Origin Waterfront -33.90306, 18.42167
Midpoint
196.9 km
Total: 394.2 km
Midpoint 196.9 km
394.2 km 4 hrs 41 min
Destination Mossel Bay -34.18320, 22.15362

Route sheet

Route class Resolved South Africa route
Province span South Africa
One-way road span 394.2 km
Return-cycle span 788.5 km
Traversal time 4 hrs 41 min
Maneuver count 22
Maneuver density 5.6 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 196.9 km

Coordinate frame

Start -33.90306, 18.42167
Midpoint -34.10270, 20.22521
End -34.18320, 22.15362
Destination services

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Service groups 4
Schools Clothing stores Fuel stations and garages Supermarkets
Nearby category Schools Top 5 nearby matches around Mossel Bay
5
Nearby category Clothing stores Top 1 nearby match around Mossel Bay
1
Nearby category Fuel stations and garages Top 2 nearby matches around Mossel Bay
2
  • Shell
    Mossel Bay, 6500, Western Cape
  • Shell
    Mossel Bay, 6506, Western Cape
Nearby category Supermarkets Top 6 nearby matches around Mossel Bay
6
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Questions 9
How far is Waterfront from Mossel Bay? +
Waterfront is about 394.2 km from Mossel Bay by road.
How long does it take from Waterfront to Mossel Bay? +
The drive usually takes about 4 hrs 41 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from Waterfront to Mossel Bay in one day? +
Yes, for many drivers this can be done in one day.
Is taxi available from Waterfront to Mossel Bay? +
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 Waterfront to Mossel Bay? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R659.95 (R23.25 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R663.08 (R23.36 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R735.17 (R25.90 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R741.13 (R26.11 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from Waterfront to Mossel Bay? +
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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Route Locations

Start area
Waterfront
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available
Destination area
Mossel Bay, 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: 21.8 km
Gqeberha to East London Similar distance
About 238.6 km Difference: 155.7 km
Cape Town to Worcester Overlapping province
About 99.6 km Difference: 294.6 km
Cape Town to Hermanus Overlapping province
About 92.6 km Difference: 301.6 km
Johannesburg to Polokwane Similar distance
About 293.1 km Difference: 101.2 km

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