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Distance from A 3 to Stellenbosch

A 3 to Stellenbosch is a practical regional trip, covering about 54.1 km in roughly 1 hr.

N A 3 → Stellenbosch
Road distance
54.1 km
M12
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
43.8 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
1.23×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
37
Info Travel board
Travel time
1 hr
End point
Hofmeyer
Return: 2 hrs 0 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
60 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
53.7 km/h
Stop-adjusted ETA 0 planned rest stops
1 hr 0 min
Fuel Service sign
Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km
93 Petrol R26.52 / litre
R103.23
95 Petrol R26.63 / litre
R103.66
Diesel 500ppm R32.30 / litre
R125.73
Diesel 50ppm R32.50 / litre
R126.51
93 Petrol R26.52 / litre
R136.21
95 Petrol R26.63 / litre
R136.77
Diesel 500ppm R32.30 / litre
R165.90
Diesel 50ppm R32.50 / litre
R166.92
93 Petrol R26.52 / litre
R179.22
95 Petrol R26.63 / litre
R179.97
Diesel 500ppm R32.30 / litre
R218.28
Diesel 50ppm R32.50 / litre
R219.64
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🧭 Route vector
Compass bearing
65° ENE
Forward azimuth heading
Return heading Reverse azimuth
245° WSW
Coordinate delta Lat / Lon shift
North-East
Start coords Origin point
-34.1032, 18.4395
End coords Destination point
-33.9344, 18.8692
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Long-distance caution
Route class Operational trip category
Local shared
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54.1 km 1 hr 0 min
Start A 3
Finish Stellenbosch
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Start point
Destination
Driving route
Navigation sign

Turn-by-turn directions

↑
  1. Start your journey
    1.1 km
  2. At the end of the road, turn left onto Sonneblom Road
    0.1 km
  3. Turn right onto Ou Kaapse Weg
    0.3 km
  4. Turn right onto Steenberg Road
    2.4 km
  5. At the end of the road, turn left onto Main Road
    0.5 km
  6. Turn right onto Military Road
    2.0 km
  7. Turn left onto Prince George Drive towards Milnerton
    2.5 km
  8. Turn right onto 5th Avenue
    4.1 km
  9. Continue straight onto Schaapkraal Road
    0.3 km
  10. Continue onto Schaapkraal Road
    2.2 km
  11. Turn left
    0.2 km
  12. Keep slight left at the fork
    0.0 km
  13. Keep slight right at the fork
    0.7 km
  14. At the end of the road, turn right
    0.6 km
  15. At the end of the road, turn right onto Varkens Vlei Road
    1.1 km
  16. At the end of the road, turn right onto Weltevreden Road
    1.3 km
  17. Turn left
    0.1 km
  18. Go straight
    0.2 km
  19. Turn right
    0.4 km
  20. At the end of the road, turn left onto Jakes Gerwel Drive
    0.4 km
  21. Turn right onto Cape Flats Freeway
    6.3 km
  22. Continue straight onto Kuils River Freeway
    5.1 km
  23. Take the exit ramp slight left towards M12
    0.7 km
  24. Turn right onto Stellenbosch Arterial
    3.8 km
  25. Continue straight onto Polkadraai Road
    11.4 km
  26. Continue straight onto Adam Tas Street
    3.9 km
  27. Turn right onto Dorp Street
    1.0 km
  28. At the roundabout, take the 1st exit onto Mill Street
    0.0 km
  29. Continue onto Mill Street
    0.2 km
  30. At the roundabout, take the 2nd exit onto Plein
    0.0 km
  31. Continue onto Plein
    0.3 km
  32. At the roundabout, take the 1st exit onto Plein
    0.0 km
  33. Continue onto Plein
    0.1 km
  34. Continue straight onto Van Riebeeck
    0.4 km
  35. Turn left onto Bosman
    0.2 km
  36. Turn right onto Hofmeyer
    0.1 km
  37. You have arrived at your destination
    0.0 km
Routes ↩ Stellenbosch → A 3 A 3 to Johannesburg A 3 to Pretoria A 3 to Cape Town A 3 to Durban Johannesburg to Stellenbosch Pretoria to Stellenbosch Cape Town to Stellenbosch
Stop Stopover sign
Halfway point
27.0 km
Mid-route position Road corridor partition
50 / 50
Time partition Start / finish split
30 min • 30 min
Waypoint reference Nearest route marker
Mid-route reference
Vec Consumption & emissions
Consumption & emissions profile
3.9 L needed
Moderate efficiency • 7.2 L/100km baseline
CO2 emitted Estimated tailpipe output
9.0 kg
Fuel mass Approximate tank weight
2.9 kg
Cost per km Based on 95 Petrol
R1.92
Directness index As-the-crow-flies ratio
81.1%
☀ Solar data
Daylight window at Stellenbosch
07:25 – 17:55
Outside daylight hours
Solar noonHighest sun position
Total daylightUsable driving light
10 hrs 29 min
Light remainingUntil sunset
Expired
SunriseDawn break
07:25
Fin Tax & wear
Wear & SARS deduction
R225.99
Single trip SARS allowance
SARS rate R4.18/km fixed rate
R4.18/km
Tyre wear Estimated tread cost
R1.08
Service wear Oil & filter allocation
R10.81
Total trip wear Excludes fuel & tolls
R237.88
Nav Maneuver index
Navigation complexity
High (20)
Turn difficulty rating
Roundabouts Multi-path navigation
3
Lane merges Yield required
0
Complex forks Path selection
2
Highway exits Deceleration zones
4
Route atlas

Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

ZA-ATLAS
Origin A 3 -34.10324, 18.43953
Midpoint
27.0 km
Total: 54.1 km
Midpoint 27.0 km
54.1 km 1 hr 0 min
Destination Stellenbosch End: Hofmeyer -33.93444, 18.86917

Route sheet

Route class Resolved South Africa route
Province span South Africa
One-way road span 54.1 km
Return-cycle span 108.1 km
Traversal time 1 hr 0 min
Maneuver count 37
Maneuver density 68.4 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 27.0 km

Coordinate frame

Start -34.10324, 18.43953
Midpoint -33.99974, 18.63443
End -33.93444, 18.86917
Destination services

Available in Stellenbosch

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Service groups 5
Schools Clothing stores Fuel stations and garages Supermarkets Shopping malls
Nearby category Schools Top 4 nearby matches around Stellenbosch
4
Nearby category Clothing stores Top 2 nearby matches around Stellenbosch
2
  • PEP
    43 Andringa Road, Stellenbosch, 7600, Western Cape
  • Holmes Brothers
    55 Dorp, Stellenbosch, 7600
Nearby category Fuel stations and garages Top 2 nearby matches around Stellenbosch
2
Nearby category Supermarkets Top 6 nearby matches around Stellenbosch
6
  • Lunar Mart
    68 Andringa Street, Stellenbosch, 7600
  • Checkers
    Stellenbosch, 7600, Western Cape
  • Pick n Pay Express
    Stellenbosh, 7600, Western Cape
  • Usave
    110 Bird Street, Stellenbosch, 7600, Western Cape
  • Pick n Pay
    Bird Street, Stellenbosch, 7600, Western Cape
  • Checkers
    Stellenbosch, 7600, Western Cape
Nearby category Shopping malls Top 1 nearby match around Stellenbosch
1
Destination brief

Travelling to Stellenbosch

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

Signature Wine and culture town
Standout Historic streets and the Cape Winelands
Best for Who this destination suits
Wine-country escape Food weekend Cape Winelands base Day trip from Cape Town
Arrival What to expect on arrival
Routes into Stellenbosch can change quickly around estates, the university area and the historic centre, so the exact estate, guesthouse or town address matters.
Regional base Good base for nearby trips
Use Stellenbosch as a Cape Winelands base for estates, restaurants, art stops and easy onward drives to Franschhoek, Paarl and the Helderberg side.
Destination facts Quick reference details
Official Stellenbosch tourism describes it as a wine, food, art and cultural destination
Second-oldest town in South Africa
The Stellenbosch Wine Route is the oldest in the country
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Questions 8
How far is A 3 from Stellenbosch? +
A 3 is about 54.1 km from Stellenbosch by road.
How long does it take from A 3 to Stellenbosch? +
The drive usually takes about 1 hr 0 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from A 3 to Stellenbosch in one day? +
Yes, for many drivers this can be done in one day.
Is taxi available from A 3 to Stellenbosch? +
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 A 3 to Stellenbosch? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R103.23 (R26.52 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R103.66 (R26.63 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R125.73 (R32.30 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R126.51 (R32.50 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from A 3 to Stellenbosch? +
No tollgates are currently matched for this route.
What is the route verdict for this trip? +
Practical regional trip: This route is very manageable in one day and usually works well as a same-day return.
Is there a road note for this route? +
This is a regional road trip that can usually work as a same-day return. 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

Ou Kaapse Weg
From A 3 To Stellenbosch
Milnerton
From A 3 To Stellenbosch
Cape Town
From A 3 To Stellenbosch
Stellenbosch Arterial
From A 3 To Stellenbosch
Plein
From A 3 To Stellenbosch
Van Riebeeck
From A 3 To Stellenbosch
Bosman
From A 3 To Stellenbosch
Hofmeyer
From A 3 To Stellenbosch

Route Locations

Start area
A 3, Western Cape
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available
Destination area
Stellenbosch
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available

Distance comparisons

Here are similar South African routes with a close travel distance, prioritised by the same province or matching province pair where possible.

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Cape Town to Somerset West Overlapping province
About 42.3 km Difference: 11.8 km
Cape Town to Stellenbosch Overlapping province
About 40.2 km Difference: 13.8 km
Cape Town to Hermanus Overlapping province
About 92.6 km Difference: 38.5 km
Cape Town to Worcester Overlapping province
About 99.6 km Difference: 45.5 km

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