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Distance from Acorn Grove to Johannesburg

Acorn Grove to Johannesburg is a full long-distance road trip, covering about 535.5 km in roughly 6 hrs 9 min.

N Acorn Grove → Johannesburg
Road distance
535.5 km
332.8 mi • 289.1 nmi
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
477.8 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
1.12×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
22
Info Travel board
Travel time
6 hrs 9 min
Return: 12 hrs 19 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
6 hrs 9 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
86.9 km/h
Stop-adjusted ETA 3 planned rest stops
6 hrs 54 min
Fuel Service sign
Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R896.50
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R900.74
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R998.69
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R1,006.78
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R1,182.89
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R1,188.48
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R1,317.71
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R1,328.39
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R1,556.43
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R1,563.79
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R1,733.83
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R1,747.89
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Fastest drive Direct drive estimate
6 hrs 9 min
Comfort drive Allows a short stop
6 hrs 24 min
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Route class Operational trip category
Local shared
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535.5 km 6 hrs 9 min
Start Acorn Grove
Finish Johannesburg
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Turn-by-turn directions

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  1. Head on Acorn Grove
    0.1 km
  2. Turn right onto Kassier Road
    1.2 km
  3. Continue straight onto Kassier Road
    0.3 km
  4. Turn right
    0.0 km
  5. Continue make a U-turn
    0.0 km
  6. At the end of the road, turn left onto Cliffdale Road
    0.1 km
  7. Take the ramp right towards M13: Pietermaritzburg
    0.4 km
  8. Merge slight right onto King Cetshwayo Highway
    2.1 km
  9. Merge slight right
    211.7 km
  10. Continue straight
    251.4 km
  11. Keep slight right at the fork
    55.5 km
  12. Take the exit ramp slight left towards N17: Johannesburg
    0.1 km
  13. Keep slight left at the fork towards N17: Johannesburg
    1.7 km
  14. Merge slight right
    3.7 km
  15. Take the exit ramp slight left towards M31: Heidelbergweg
    0.5 km
  16. At the end of the road, turn right onto Heidelberg Road
    5.4 km
  17. Continue straight onto Joe Slovo Drive
    0.5 km
  18. Turn slight left towards R29
    0.2 km
  19. Turn slight right onto Anderson Street
    0.1 km
  20. Turn right onto Goud Street
    0.3 km
  21. Turn left onto Commissioner Street
    0.2 km
  22. You have arrived at your destination
    0.0 km
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Tolls on this route

R
Tolls found 24
Known total R1,379.00
Main toll road N17
This route includes 24 toll points from our database. The strongest toll-road match is N17. 2 Gauteng open-road / gantry toll points are shown as R0.00 because GFIP e-toll charging ended from 12 April 2024.
Mooi Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R70.00
Tugela
Road: Road not linked yet
R100.00
Tugela
Road: Road not linked yet
R100.00
Mooi Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R70.00
Mooi Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R70.00
Mooi Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R70.00
Gosforth
Road: Road not linked yet
R17.00
Gosforth
Road: Road not linked yet
R17.00
Wilge
Road: 169
R94.00
Wilge
Road: Road not linked yet
R94.00
Wilge
Road: Road not linked yet
R94.00
Wilge
Road: Road not linked yet
R94.00
Unnamed e-Toll gantry near -26.274, 28.149
Road: GFIP / Gauteng e-Toll network
R0.00
Treverton Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R21.00
Treverton Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R21.00
Unnamed e-Toll gantry near -26.245, 28.135
Road: GFIP / Gauteng e-Toll network
R0.00
De Hoek
Road: Road not linked yet
R67.00
De Hoek
Road: Road not linked yet
R67.00
De Hoek
Road: Road not linked yet
R67.00
De Hoek
Road: Road not linked yet
R67.00
Mooi Ramp Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R49.00
Mooi
Road: Road not linked yet
R70.00
Bergville
Road: Road not linked yet
R30.00
Bergville
Road: Road not linked yet
R30.00
Stop Stopover sign
Halfway point
268.2 km
Mid-route position Road corridor partition
50 / 50
Time partition Start / finish split
3 hrs 4 min • 3 hrs 4 min
Waypoint reference Nearest route marker
Mid-route reference
Loc Route geography
Route geography
Acorn Grove → Johannesburg
Start and destination context
Start area Origin
Acorn Grove, KwaZulu-Natal
Destination area Arrival
Johannesburg
Road span Street reference
— • —
Post Postal reference
Postal reference
— • —
Acorn Grove → Johannesburg
Acorn Grove Origin postcode
Not available
Johannesburg Destination postcode
Not available
Province span Route area
South Africa
Set Nearby route set
Nearby route set
Johannesburg to Polokwane
3 other similar routes
Johannesburg to Polokwane Similar distance
242.5 km
Pretoria to Nelspruit Similar distance
259.1 km
Cape Town to George Similar distance
163.1 km
Rev Related route set
Related route set
Johannesburg → Acorn Grove
Acorn Grove ↔ Johannesburg
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Route sheet

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Origin Acorn Grove -29.78289, 30.74594
Midpoint
268.2 km
Total: 535.5 km
Midpoint 268.2 km
535.5 km 6 hrs 9 min
Destination Johannesburg -26.20500, 28.04972

Route sheet

Route class Resolved South Africa route
Province span South Africa
One-way road span 535.5 km
Return-cycle span 1,071.1 km
Traversal time 6 hrs 9 min
Maneuver count 22
Maneuver density 4.1 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 268.2 km

Coordinate frame

Start -29.78289, 30.74594
Midpoint -28.28170, 29.14023
End -26.20500, 28.04972
Destination services

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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 9
How far is Acorn Grove from Johannesburg? +
Acorn Grove is about 535.5 km from Johannesburg by road.
How long does it take from Acorn Grove to Johannesburg? +
The drive usually takes about 6 hrs 9 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from Acorn Grove to Johannesburg in one day? +
Yes, for many drivers this can be done in one day.
Is taxi available from Acorn Grove 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 Acorn Grove to Johannesburg? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R896.50 (R23.25 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R900.74 (R23.36 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R998.69 (R25.90 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R1,006.78 (R26.11 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from Acorn Grove to Johannesburg? +
Yes. There are 24 tollgates currently matched for this route.
What is the route verdict for this trip? +
Heavy long-distance trip: This is a serious road trip. Start early, plan rest stops, and consider whether an overnight stay makes more sense.
Is there a long-trip warning on this route? +
This is a long trip. Plan rest stops, avoid driving tired, and be careful with late-night travel.
Is there a road note for this route? +
This is a longer road trip, so a fuel or rest stop is recommended. Take a short break about every 2 hours if possible. National roads appear in this route, so watch for toll signs and busier sections.
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: Pietermaritzburg
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: Johannesburg
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: Heidelbergweg
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Route Locations

Start area
Acorn Grove, KwaZulu-Natal
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available
Destination area
Johannesburg
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.

Johannesburg to Polokwane Similar distance
About 293.1 km Difference: 242.5 km
Pretoria to Nelspruit Similar distance
About 276.4 km Difference: 259.1 km
Cape Town to George Similar distance
About 372.4 km Difference: 163.1 km
Durban to Richards Bay Overlapping province
About 155.2 km Difference: 380.4 km
Gqeberha to East London Similar distance
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