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Distance from 7 to Johannesburg

7 to Johannesburg is a short everyday drive, covering about 38.3 km in roughly 33 min.

N 7 → Johannesburg
Road distance
38.3 km
N12
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
32.2 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
1.19×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
16
Info Travel board
Travel time
33 min
Start point
Pollock Avenue
End point
Commissioner Street
Return: 7 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
33 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
67.7 km/h
Stop-adjusted ETA 0 planned rest stops
33 min
Fuel Service sign
Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R64.07
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R64.37
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R71.37
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R71.95
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R84.53
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R84.93
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R94.17
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R94.93
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R111.23
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R111.76
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R123.91
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R124.91
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🧭 Route vector
Compass bearing
272° W
Forward azimuth heading
Return heading Reverse azimuth
92° E
Coordinate delta Lat / Lon shift
North-East
Start coords Origin point
-26.2149, 28.3726
End coords Destination point
-26.2050, 28.0497
Taxi Local commuter
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Long-distance caution
Route class Operational trip category
Local shared
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38.3 km 33 min
Start 7
Finish Johannesburg
Map key
Start point
Destination
Driving route
Navigation sign

Turn-by-turn directions

↑
  1. Head on Pollock Avenue
    0.2 km
  2. At the end of the road, turn left onto Bacher Avenue
    0.1 km
  3. Turn right onto Biggs Avenue
    0.2 km
  4. Turn left onto Victoria Falls Road
    1.4 km
  5. Turn right onto Elliot Road
    0.1 km
  6. Turn left
    0.0 km
  7. At the roundabout, take the 2nd exit onto Main Reef Road
    0.1 km
  8. Continue onto Main Reef Road
    5.2 km
  9. Continue straight onto Ampthill Avenue
    1.3 km
  10. Turn right onto Bunyan Street
    1.3 km
  11. Take the ramp left towards N12
    0.5 km
  12. Merge slight right
    23.8 km
  13. Continue straight onto Kitchener Avenue
    0.1 km
  14. Turn slight left onto Albertina Sisulu Road
    3.2 km
  15. Continue straight onto Commissioner Street
    0.7 km
  16. You have arrived at your destination
    0.0 km
Navigation sign

Tolls on this route

R
Tolls found 4
Known total R0.00
Main toll road N12
This route includes 4 toll points from our database. The strongest toll-road match is N12. 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 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
19.1 km
Mid-route position Road corridor partition
50 / 50
Time partition Start / finish split
16 min • 16 min
Waypoint reference Nearest route marker
Mid-route reference
Vec Consumption & emissions
Consumption & emissions profile
2.8 L needed
Moderate efficiency • 7.2 L/100km baseline
CO2 emitted Estimated tailpipe output
6.4 kg
Fuel mass Approximate tank weight
2.1 kg
Cost per km Based on 95 Petrol
R1.68
Directness index As-the-crow-flies ratio
84.2%
☀ Solar data
Daylight window at Johannesburg
06:33 – 17:35
Outside daylight hours
Solar noonHighest sun position
Total daylightUsable driving light
11 hrs 1 min
Light remainingUntil sunset
Expired
SunriseDawn break
06:33
Fin Tax & wear
Wear & SARS deduction
R159.98
Single trip SARS allowance
SARS rate R4.18/km fixed rate
R4.18/km
Tyre wear Estimated tread cost
R0.77
Service wear Oil & filter allocation
R7.65
Total trip wear Excludes fuel & tolls
R168.40
Nav Maneuver index
Navigation complexity
Moderate (7)
Turn difficulty rating
Roundabouts Multi-path navigation
1
Lane merges Yield required
1
Complex forks Path selection
0
Highway exits Deceleration zones
1
Route atlas

Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

ZA-ATLAS
Origin 7 Start: Pollock Avenue -26.21490, 28.37263
Midpoint
19.1 km
Total: 38.3 km
Midpoint 19.1 km
38.3 km 33 min
Destination Johannesburg End: Commissioner Street -26.20500, 28.04972

Route sheet

Route class Resolved South Africa route
Province span South Africa
One-way road span 38.3 km
Return-cycle span 76.5 km
Traversal time 33 min
Maneuver count 16
Maneuver density 41.8 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 19.1 km

Coordinate frame

Start -26.21490, 28.37263
Midpoint -26.17717, 28.22218
End -26.20500, 28.04972
Destination services

Available in Johannesburg

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

Service groups 8
Schools Clothing stores Banks Fuel stations and garages Taxi ranks Supermarkets
Nearby category Schools Top 6 nearby matches around Johannesburg
6
Nearby category Clothing stores Top 6 nearby matches around Johannesburg
6
  • Jam Clothing
    57 Von Weilligh Street
  • Footgear
    86 Eloff Street, Johannesburg, 2001
  • Mr Price
    Kerk Street, Johannesburg, 2001
  • Markham
    85 Eloff Street, Johannesburg, 2001
  • Spitz
    85 Eloff Street, Johannesburg, 2001
  • Rage
    85 Eloff Street, Johannesburg, 2001
Nearby category Banks Top 6 nearby matches around Johannesburg
6
Nearby category Fuel stations and garages Top 6 nearby matches around Johannesburg
6
Nearby category Taxi ranks Top 5 nearby matches around Johannesburg
5
Nearby category Supermarkets Top 6 nearby matches around Johannesburg
6
  • Usave
    156 Albertina Sisulu Road, Johannesburg, 2001, Gauteng
  • Spar
    Johannesburg
  • Quickshop
    Johannesburg
  • Game
    Rissik Street, Johannesburg, 2001
  • Boxer
    Noord Street, Johannesburg, 2001, Gauteng
  • Shoprite
    120 End Street, Johannesburg, 2094, Gauteng
Nearby category Pharmacies Top 1 nearby match around Johannesburg
1
Nearby category Shopping malls Top 6 nearby matches around Johannesburg
6
Destination brief

Travelling to Johannesburg

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

Signature Business and urban culture hub
Standout District-based city of work, nightlife and culture
Johannesburg works best when treated as a district-based city rather than one central point, with business travel, dining, nightlife and urban culture distributed across very different areas.
Best for Who this destination suits
Business trip City break Food and nightlife Events travel
Arrival What to expect on arrival
Sandton, Rosebank, Melrose, the inner city and the airport corridor all create different route patterns. The final district matters.
Regional base Good base for nearby trips
Destination facts Quick reference details
Joburg Tourism positions the city strongly around tourism investment and long-term value
The city is best treated as a set of districts rather than one centre
Business-led travel remains a major part of Johannesburg demand
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Questions 8
How far is 7 from Johannesburg? +
7 is about 38.3 km from Johannesburg by road.
How long does it take from 7 to Johannesburg? +
The drive usually takes about 33 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from 7 to Johannesburg in one day? +
Yes, for many drivers this can be done in one day.
Is taxi available from 7 to Johannesburg? +
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 7 to Johannesburg? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R64.07 (R23.25 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R64.37 (R23.36 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R71.37 (R25.90 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R71.95 (R26.11 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from 7 to Johannesburg? +
Yes. There are 4 tollgates currently matched for this route.
What is the route verdict for this trip? +
Easy local trip: This looks like a short and simple trip for most drivers.
Is there a road note for this route? +
This is mostly a short local route. National roads appear in this route, so watch for toll signs and busier sections.
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Route Locations

Start area
7, Gauteng
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available
Destination area
Johannesburg
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available

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