Distance from Aloe Crescent to Bloemfontein

Directions from Aloe Crescent to Bloemfontein via N12

National highway N12
Directions from Aloe Crescent to Bloemfontein via M1 and M30

Metro arterial routes M1M30
Head on Aloe Crescent

0.1 km
Turn left onto Zinnia Drive

1.0 km
Turn right onto Lilium Avenue

0.4 km
Turn left onto Marlboro Drive

0.5 km
Take the ramp slight left towards M1: Johannesburg

0.4 km
Merge slight right

21.9 km
Keep slight right at the fork

0.8 km
Take the exit ramp slight left towards N12: Soweto

1.4 km
Merge slight right onto Southern Bypass

6.1 km
Keep slight right at the fork

364.3 km
Take the exit ramp slight left towards M30: Mangaung

0.9 km
Continue straight onto Raymond Mhlaba Street

7.8 km
At the roundabout, take the 2nd exit onto Raymond Mhlaba Street

0.0 km
Continue onto Raymond Mhlaba Street

3.5 km
Continue straight onto East Burger Street

0.3 km
Turn right onto Nelson Mandela Drive

0.9 km
Turn left onto Markgraaff Street

0.3 km
Turn left onto Merriam Makeba Street

0.1 km
Turn right

0.1 km
You have arrived at your destination

0.0 km

Navigation sign

Tolls on this route

Tolls found 11

Known total R426.50

Main toll road N12

This route includes 11 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.

Vaal

Road: Road not linked yet

R91.50

Unnamed e-Toll gantry near -26.263, 27.976

Road: GFIP / Gauteng e-Toll network

R0.00

Vaal

Road: Road not linked yet

R91.50

Unnamed e-Toll gantry near -26.268, 27.950

Road: GFIP / Gauteng e-Toll network

R0.00

Verkeerdevlei

Road: Road not linked yet

R78.50

Grasmere

Road: Road not linked yet

R27.50

Grasmere

Road: Road not linked yet

R27.50

Grasmere

Road: Road not linked yet

R27.50

Grasmere

Road: Road not linked yet

R27.50

Grasmere

Road: Road not linked yet

R27.50

Grasmere

Road: Road not linked yet

R27.50

Routes ↩ Bloemfontein → Aloe Crescent Aloe Crescent to Johannesburg Aloe Crescent to Pretoria Aloe Crescent to Cape Town Aloe Crescent to Durban Johannesburg to Bloemfontein Pretoria to Bloemfontein Cape Town to Bloemfontein

Stop Stopover sign

Halfway point

205.9 km

Mid-route position Road corridor partition

50 / 50

Time partition Start / finish split

2 hrs 15 min • 2 hrs 15 min

Waypoint reference Nearest route marker

Mid-route reference

Vec Consumption & emissions

Consumption & emissions profile

29.6 L needed

Highly direct • 7.2 L/100km baseline

CO2 emitted Estimated tailpipe output

68.4 kg

Fuel mass Approximate tank weight

22.2 kg

Cost per km Based on 95 Petrol

R2.02

Directness index As-the-crow-flies ratio

93.5%

☀ Solar data

Daylight window at Bloemfontein

07:03 – 17:23

Outside daylight hours

Solar noonHighest sun position

12:13

Total daylightUsable driving light

10 hrs 20 min

Light remainingUntil sunset

Expired

SunriseDawn break

07:03

Fin Tax & wear

Wear & SARS deduction

R1,718.16

Single trip SARS allowance

SARS rate R4.18/km fixed rate

R4.18/km

Tyre wear Estimated tread cost

R8.22

Service wear Oil & filter allocation

R82.21

Total trip wear Excludes fuel & tolls

R1,808.58

Nav Maneuver index

Navigation complexity

Moderate (15)

Turn difficulty rating

Roundabouts Multi-path navigation

Lane merges Yield required

Complex forks Path selection

Highway exits Deceleration zones

Route atlas

Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

ZA-ATLAS

Origin Aloe Crescent Start: Aloe Crescent -26.09090, 28.10258

Midpoint

205.9 km

Total: 411.0 km

Midpoint 205.9 km

411.0 km 4 hrs 31 min

Destination Bloemfontein -29.11640, 26.21550

Route sheet

Route class Resolved South Africa route

Province span South Africa

One-way road span 411.0 km

Return-cycle span 822.1 km

Traversal time 4 hrs 31 min

Maneuver count 20

Maneuver density 4.9 /100 km

Midpoint chainage 205.9 km

Coordinate frame

Start -26.09090, 28.10258

Midpoint -27.68661, 27.24163

End -29.11640, 26.21550

Destination brief

Travelling to Bloemfontein

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

Signature Relaxed central city

Standout Central location with an easier urban rhythm

Bloemfontein works for travellers who want a real city stop without the pressure and scale of the biggest metros, which is part of why it remains such a useful central inland overnight.

Best for Who this destination suits

Central stopover Family city stay Meeting point Working overnight

Arrival What to expect on arrival

The city is easier to cross than larger metros, but the final suburb or hotel still matters if the stop is short or part of a longer inland drive.

Regional base Good base for nearby trips

Use Bloemfontein as a central inland break for overnight travel, meetings, family visits and practical route resets.

Destination facts Quick reference details

Bloemfontein tourism emphasises a slower pace and lower-stress urban feel

The city can be crossed relatively quickly compared with larger metros

Its central position helps make it a common meeting and stopover point

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How far is Aloe Crescent from Bloemfontein? +

Aloe Crescent is about 411.0 km from Bloemfontein by road.

How long does it take from Aloe Crescent to Bloemfontein? +

The drive usually takes about 4 hrs 31 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.

Is it possible to drive from Aloe Crescent to Bloemfontein in one day? +

Yes, for many drivers this can be done in one day.

Is taxi available from Aloe Crescent to Bloemfontein? +

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 Aloe Crescent to Bloemfontein? +

Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R827.18 (R27.95 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R830.44 (R28.06 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R826.29 (R27.92 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R865.95 (R29.26 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.

Are there any tollgates from Aloe Crescent to Bloemfontein? +

Yes. There are 11 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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