How far is it from Melkbosstrand to Observatory?

The distance between Melkbosstrand and Observatory is 38 km by road.

How long does it take to drive from Melkbosstrand to Observatory?

The drive from Melkbosstrand to Observatory takes approximately 30 min by car.

What is the best route from Melkbosstrand to Observatory?

The fastest route from Melkbosstrand to Observatory covers 38 km with a driving time of approximately 30 min.

Which direction is Observatory from Melkbosstrand?

Observatory lies roughly to the south of Melkbosstrand.

Where can I find a 24h service station between Melkbosstrand and Observatory?

Along the route from Melkbosstrand to Observatory you can fill up at Astron Energy, Shell, Engen (24/7). Stations marked 24/7 stay open around the clock.

Where can I camp between Melkbosstrand and Observatory?

Along the route from Melkbosstrand to Observatory you can stop for the night or service your van at Ou Skip Karavaan Park.

Melkbosstrand Observatory

Distance: 38 kmDrive time: 30 min

Driving from Melkbosstrand to Observatory takes about 30 min via N7. The distance is 38 km. The straight-line distance is 24 km. Driving directions

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Driving directions18 · 38 km

1 Depart onto Otto du Plessis Drive 161 m
2 Continue straight onto Melkbosstrand Road 10 km
3 Take ramp slightly left 729 m
4 Merge slightly right 18 km
5 Take exit slightly left 591 m
6 Keep slightly right 448 m
7 Merge slightly right 5 km
8 Take exit slightly left 279 m
9 Keep slightly left 330 m
10 Turn straight onto Koeberg Road 98 m
11 Keep slightly right onto Black River Parkway 838 m
12 Take exit slightly left 377 m
13 Keep slightly right 25 m

14 Turn right onto Berkley Road 702 m
15 Turn left onto Liesbeek Parkway 719 m
16 Turn sharp right onto Station Road 631 m
17 Turn right onto Lower Main Road 42 m
18 Arrive onto Lower Main Road

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The return trip from Observatory to Melkbosstrand covers roughly the same distance, 38 km.

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How far is it from Melkbosstrand to Observatory?: The distance between Melkbosstrand and Observatory is 38 km by road.
How long does it take to drive from Melkbosstrand to Observatory?: The drive from Melkbosstrand to Observatory takes approximately 30 min by car.
What is the best route from Melkbosstrand to Observatory?: The fastest route from Melkbosstrand to Observatory covers 38 km with a driving time of approximately 30 min.
Which direction is Observatory from Melkbosstrand?: Observatory lies roughly to the south of Melkbosstrand.
Where can I find a 24h service station between Melkbosstrand and Observatory?: Along the route from Melkbosstrand to Observatory you can fill up at Astron Energy, Shell, Engen (24/7). Stations marked 24/7 stay open around the clock.
Where can I camp between Melkbosstrand and Observatory?: Along the route from Melkbosstrand to Observatory you can stop for the night or service your van at Ou Skip Karavaan Park.

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