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Distance from 87Th to Soweto

87Th to Soweto is a short everyday drive, covering about 8.1 km in roughly 12 min.

N 87Th → Soweto
Road distance
8.1 km
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
6.6 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
1.22×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
14
Info Travel board
Travel time
12 min
Start point
87th
End point
Isigwe Street
Return: 25 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
12 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
37.8 km/h
Stop-adjusted ETA 0 planned rest stops
12 min
Fuel Service sign
Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km
93 Petrol R26.52 / litre
R15.44
95 Petrol R26.63 / litre
R15.50
Diesel 500ppm R32.30 / litre
R18.81
Diesel 50ppm R32.50 / litre
R18.92
93 Petrol R26.52 / litre
R20.37
95 Petrol R26.63 / litre
R20.46
Diesel 500ppm R32.30 / litre
R24.81
Diesel 50ppm R32.50 / litre
R24.97
93 Petrol R26.52 / litre
R26.81
95 Petrol R26.63 / litre
R26.92
Diesel 500ppm R32.30 / litre
R32.65
Diesel 50ppm R32.50 / litre
R32.85
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🧭 Route vector
Compass bearing
89° E
Forward azimuth heading
Return heading Reverse azimuth
269° W
Coordinate delta Lat / Lon shift
North-East
Start coords Origin point
-26.2236, 27.8236
End coords Destination point
-26.2228, 27.8900
Taxi Local commuter
Taxi fare estimate
Check local taxi rank
Long-distance caution
Route class Operational trip category
Local shared
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8.1 km 12 min
Start 87Th
Finish Soweto
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Start point
Destination
Driving route
Navigation sign

Turn-by-turn directions

↑
  1. Head on 87th
    0.0 km
  2. Turn left onto 91st Street
    0.2 km
  3. At the end of the road, turn left onto Zakhele Drive
    1.2 km
  4. At the end of the road, turn right onto 55th Street
    0.3 km
  5. Continue straight onto Mbukazi Street
    0.3 km
  6. Continue straight onto Mohajane Drive
    0.5 km
  7. Turn left onto Steve Kgame Drive
    1.8 km
  8. Continue straight onto Main Road
    1.9 km
  9. Continue straight onto Mashinini Drive
    0.6 km
  10. Continue slight right onto Mashinini Drive
    0.0 km
  11. Turn left onto Vincent Road
    0.9 km
  12. Turn right
    0.1 km
  13. Turn left onto Isigwe Street
    0.2 km
  14. You have arrived at your destination
    0.0 km
Routes ↩ Soweto → 87Th 87Th to Johannesburg 87Th to Pretoria 87Th to Cape Town 87Th to Durban Johannesburg to Soweto Pretoria to Soweto Cape Town to Soweto
Stop Stopover sign
Halfway point
4.0 km
Mid-route position Road corridor partition
50 / 50
Time partition Start / finish split
6 min • 6 min
Waypoint reference Nearest route marker
Mid-route reference
Vec Consumption & emissions
Consumption & emissions profile
0.6 L needed
Moderate efficiency • 7.2 L/100km baseline
CO2 emitted Estimated tailpipe output
1.3 kg
Fuel mass Approximate tank weight
0.4 kg
Cost per km Based on 95 Petrol
R1.92
Directness index As-the-crow-flies ratio
81.9%
☀ Solar data
Daylight window at Soweto
06:36 – 17:33
Outside daylight hours
Solar noonHighest sun position
Total daylightUsable driving light
10 hrs 56 min
Light remainingUntil sunset
Expired
SunriseDawn break
06:36
Fin Tax & wear
Wear & SARS deduction
R33.80
Single trip SARS allowance
SARS rate R4.18/km fixed rate
R4.18/km
Tyre wear Estimated tread cost
R0.16
Service wear Oil & filter allocation
R1.62
Total trip wear Excludes fuel & tolls
R35.58
Nav Maneuver index
Navigation complexity
Low (0)
Turn difficulty rating
Roundabouts Multi-path navigation
0
Lane merges Yield required
0
Complex forks Path selection
0
Highway exits Deceleration zones
0
Route atlas

Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

ZA-ATLAS
Origin 87Th Start: 87th -26.22357, 27.82364
Midpoint
4.0 km
Total: 8.1 km
Midpoint 4.0 km
8.1 km 12 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 8.1 km
Return-cycle span 16.2 km
Traversal time 12 min
Maneuver count 14
Maneuver density 173.1 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 4.0 km

Coordinate frame

Start -26.22357, 27.82364
Midpoint -26.22781, 27.85258
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
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Questions 8
How far is 87Th from Soweto? +
87Th is about 8.1 km from Soweto by road.
How long does it take from 87Th to Soweto? +
The drive usually takes about 12 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from 87Th to Soweto in one day? +
Yes, for many drivers this can be done in one day.
Is taxi available from 87Th 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 87Th to Soweto? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R15.44 (R26.52 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R15.50 (R26.63 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R18.81 (R32.30 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R18.92 (R32.50 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from 87Th to Soweto? +
No tollgates are 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. 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
87Th, Gauteng
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available
Destination area
Soweto
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available

Distance comparisons

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