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Distance from 1049 to Soweto

1049 to Soweto is a solid inter-town journey, covering about 152.7 km in roughly 1 hr 53 min.

N 1049 → Soweto
Road distance
152.7 km
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
140.4 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
1.09×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
20
Info Travel board
Travel time
1 hr 53 min
End point
Isigwe Street
Return: 46 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
113 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
80.9 km/h
Stop-adjusted ETA 0 planned rest stops
1 hr 53 min
Fuel Service sign
Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R255.56
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R256.76
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R284.68
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R286.99
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R337.19
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R338.79
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R375.62
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R378.67
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R443.67
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R445.77
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R494.24
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R498.25
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🧭 Route vector
Compass bearing
255° WSW
Forward azimuth heading
Return heading Reverse azimuth
75° ENE
Coordinate delta Lat / Lon shift
South-West
Start coords Origin point
-25.9081, 29.2510
End coords Destination point
-26.2228, 27.8900
Taxi Local commuter
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Long-distance caution
Route class Operational trip category
Local shared
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Route overview

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Start, destination and route line.

152.7 km 1 hr 53 min
Start 1049
Finish Soweto
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Start point
Destination
Driving route
Navigation sign

Turn-by-turn directions

↑
  1. Start your journey
    0.0 km
  2. Turn left onto Hans Strydom Avenue
    0.2 km
  3. Turn right onto Duiker Street
    1.1 km
  4. At the end of the road, turn left
    0.2 km
  5. Turn sharp left
    128.7 km
  6. Continue straight onto Kitchener Avenue
    0.1 km
  7. Turn slight left onto Albertina Sisulu Road
    3.2 km
  8. Continue straight onto Commissioner Street
    2.5 km
  9. Go straight onto Main Reef Road
    4.7 km
  10. Turn left onto Nasrec Road
    1.7 km
  11. At the roundabout, take the 2nd exit
    0.1 km
  12. Continue
    5.5 km
  13. At the roundabout, take the 3rd exit onto Reverend Frederick Samuel Modise Road
    0.1 km
  14. Continue onto Reverend Frederick Samuel Modise Road
    2.2 km
  15. Turn slight left onto Sanders Road
    0.8 km
  16. At the end of the road, turn left onto Hekroodt Circle
    0.5 km
  17. Turn left onto Sanders Road
    0.7 km
  18. Turn right onto Forbes Road
    0.1 km
  19. Turn left onto Isigwe Street
    0.1 km
  20. You have arrived at your destination
    0.0 km
Navigation sign

Tolls on this route

R
Tolls found 5
Known total R0.00
Main toll road Not found
This route includes 5 toll points from our database. 2 Gauteng open-road / gantry toll points are shown as R0.00 because GFIP e-toll charging ended from 12 April 2024.
Unnamed e-Toll gantry near -26.173, 28.260
Road: GFIP / Gauteng e-Toll network
R0.00
Unnamed e-Toll gantry near -26.167, 28.141
Road: GFIP / Gauteng e-Toll network
R0.00
e-Toll Bee-Eater
Road: Road not linked yet
R0.00
e-Toll Gull
Road: Road not linked yet
R0.00
e-Toll Bee-Eater
Road: Road not linked yet
R0.00
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Stop Stopover sign
Halfway point
76.3 km
Mid-route position Road corridor partition
50 / 50
Time partition Start / finish split
56 min • 56 min
Waypoint reference Nearest route marker
Mid-route reference
Vec Consumption & emissions
Consumption & emissions profile
11.0 L needed
Highly direct • 7.2 L/100km baseline
CO2 emitted Estimated tailpipe output
25.4 kg
Fuel mass Approximate tank weight
8.2 kg
Cost per km Based on 95 Petrol
R1.68
Directness index As-the-crow-flies ratio
92%
☀ Solar data
Daylight window at Soweto
06:35 – 17:33
Outside daylight hours
Solar noonHighest sun position
Total daylightUsable driving light
10 hrs 57 min
Light remainingUntil sunset
17 hrs 20 min
SunriseDawn break
06:35
Fin Tax & wear
Wear & SARS deduction
R638.12
Single trip SARS allowance
SARS rate R4.18/km fixed rate
R4.18/km
Tyre wear Estimated tread cost
R3.05
Service wear Oil & filter allocation
R30.53
Total trip wear Excludes fuel & tolls
R671.71
Nav Maneuver index
Navigation complexity
Moderate (10)
Turn difficulty rating
Roundabouts Multi-path navigation
2
Lane merges Yield required
0
Complex forks Path selection
0
Highway exits Deceleration zones
2
Route atlas

Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

ZA-ATLAS
Origin 1049 -25.90809, 29.25099
Midpoint
76.3 km
Total: 152.7 km
Midpoint 76.3 km
152.7 km 1 hr 53 min
Destination Soweto End: Isigwe Street -26.22278, 27.89000

Route sheet

Route class Resolved South Africa route
Province span South Africa
One-way road span 152.7 km
Return-cycle span 305.3 km
Traversal time 1 hr 53 min
Maneuver count 20
Maneuver density 13.1 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 76.3 km

Coordinate frame

Start -25.90809, 29.25099
Midpoint -26.12291, 28.58505
End -26.22278, 27.89000
Destination services

Available in Soweto

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

Service groups 7
Schools Clothing stores Banks Fuel stations and garages Taxi ranks Supermarkets
Nearby category Schools Top 6 nearby matches around Soweto
6
Nearby category Clothing stores Top 6 nearby matches around Soweto
6
  • PEP
    Soweto, 1852, Gauteng
  • PEP
    Mohajana Street, Soweto, 1723, Gauteng
  • Woolworths
    Chris Hani Road, Soweto, 1862
  • PEP
    Chris Hani Road, Johannesburg, 1809, Gauteng
  • Woolworths
    Bolani Road, Soweto, 1808
  • Pep
    Mtambo Street, Dlamini Soweto
Nearby category Banks Top 4 nearby matches around Soweto
4
Nearby category Fuel stations and garages Top 6 nearby matches around Soweto
6
Nearby category Taxi ranks Top 1 nearby match around Soweto
1
Nearby category Supermarkets Top 6 nearby matches around Soweto
6
Nearby category Shopping malls Top 3 nearby matches around Soweto
3
Destination brief

Travelling to Soweto

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

Signature Historic township and cultural district
Standout History, identity and lived urban culture
Best for Who this destination suits
History and culture Guided tours Urban experience Day trip from Joburg
Arrival What to expect on arrival
Vilakazi Street, Orlando West and other parts of Soweto serve different trip purposes, so a named stop or exact venue is better than routing to Soweto alone.
Regional base Good base for nearby trips
Use Soweto for cultural touring, heritage travel and guided urban experiences tied to the wider Johannesburg trip.
Destination facts Quick reference details
Soweto Tourism represents a large network of local tourism businesses
The area is best experienced through named sites and neighbourhood-level planning
It carries strong heritage and community-based tourism value
Route support

Route FAQ

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Questions 8
How far is 1049 from Soweto? +
1049 is about 152.7 km from Soweto by road.
How long does it take from 1049 to Soweto? +
The drive usually takes about 1 hr 53 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from 1049 to Soweto in one day? +
Yes, for many drivers this can be done in one day.
Is taxi available from 1049 to Soweto? +
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 1049 to Soweto? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R255.56 (R23.25 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R256.76 (R23.36 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R284.68 (R25.90 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R286.99 (R26.11 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from 1049 to Soweto? +
Yes. There are 5 tollgates 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. This route looks more local or regional, but always check signs and road conditions on the day.
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Towns along the route

Hekroodt Circle
From 1049 To Soweto

Route Locations

Start area
1049, Mpumalanga
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available
Destination area
Soweto
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available

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