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A long day: fast N1 freeway to Bloemfontein, then the toll-free N6 across the Orange River and through the Eastern Cape highlands.
This guide was written for Johannesburg to East London. The same roads apply on your trip, but read exits, merges and lane tips the other way round.
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The N6 ends at the N2 interchange on the edge of the city.
The N6 runs through Komani (Queenstown) with robots and traffic circles. Follow the N6 signs for East London.
Animals on the road and patched surfaces are common in the Eastern Cape. Avoid driving this stretch at night.
Mountain pass north of Komani. Mist is common, and snow can close it in winter.
Fuel and food just after crossing the Orange River into the Eastern Cape.
The N6 runs through or past Reddersburg, Smithfield and Rouxville. Slow down for the town speed limits.
Mostly two-lane road with heavy trucks. Only overtake where you can see well ahead.
The N6 starts at an interchange on the N1 western bypass around Bloemfontein. Follow the N6 signs for Aliwal North.
Fatigue is the main risk. Swap drivers or stop if you feel drowsy.
Grasmere (south of Joburg), Vaal (near Parys) and Verkeerdevlei (near Brandfort).
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