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Distance from Amersfoort R59 to Bloemfontein

Amersfoort R59 to Bloemfontein is a full long-distance road trip, covering about 582.6 km in roughly 7 hrs 5 min.

N Amersfoort R59 → Bloemfontein
Road distance
582.6 km
M30 N1 R59
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
428.2 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
1.36×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
40
Info Travel board
Travel time
7 hrs 5 min
Return: 10 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
425 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
82.2 km/h
Stop-adjusted ETA 3 planned rest stops
7 hrs 50 min
Fuel Service sign
Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R975.35
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R979.96
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R1,086.52
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R1,095.33
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R1,286.92
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R1,293.01
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R1,433.60
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R1,445.22
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R1,693.31
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R1,701.32
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R1,886.31
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R1,901.61
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🧭 Route vector
Compass bearing
236° SW
Forward azimuth heading
Return heading Reverse azimuth
56° NE
Coordinate delta Lat / Lon shift
South-West
Start coords Origin point
-27.0083, 29.8675
End coords Destination point
-29.1164, 26.2155
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Route class Operational trip category
Local shared
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582.6 km 7 hrs 5 min
Start Amersfoort R59
Finish Bloemfontein
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Turn-by-turn directions

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  1. Start your journey
    3.2 km
  2. Turn left
    29.0 km
  3. At the end of the road, turn right
    0.7 km
  4. At the end of the road, turn right
    45.3 km
  5. At the end of the road, turn right onto Walter Sisulu Drive
    0.7 km
  6. Turn slight left
    0.1 km
  7. Turn left
    1.3 km
  8. At the roundabout, take the 2nd exit
    0.0 km
  9. Continue
    0.6 km
  10. At the roundabout, take the 2nd exit
    0.0 km
  11. Continue
    1.0 km
  12. At the roundabout, take the 2nd exit
    0.1 km
  13. Continue
    71.4 km
  14. At the roundabout, take the 2nd exit
    0.0 km
  15. Continue
    31.1 km
  16. Turn slight left
    0.3 km
  17. Turn left onto H F Verwoerd Street
    8.8 km
  18. Continue straight onto H.F. Verwoerd Road
    7.4 km
  19. Turn left
    23.9 km
  20. Continue straight onto Blackwood Street
    2.5 km
  21. Continue straight onto Ring Road
    1.6 km
  22. Continue straight onto Klip River Drive
    0.9 km
  23. Turn slight right
    0.0 km
  24. Turn right onto Houtkop Road
    3.4 km
  25. Turn slight left
    0.1 km
  26. Go straight onto Van Riebeeck Street
    0.7 km
  27. Turn right towards R59
    0.4 km
  28. Merge slight right onto Sybrand van Niekerk Freeway
    39.9 km
  29. Take the exit ramp left towards N1: Kroonstad
    0.5 km
  30. Merge slight right
    293.4 km
  31. Take the exit ramp slight left towards M30: Mangaung
    0.9 km
  32. Continue straight onto Raymond Mhlaba Street
    7.8 km
  33. At the roundabout, take the 2nd exit onto Raymond Mhlaba Street
    0.0 km
  34. Continue onto Raymond Mhlaba Street
    3.5 km
  35. Continue straight onto East Burger Street
    0.3 km
  36. Turn right onto Nelson Mandela Drive
    0.9 km
  37. Turn left onto Markgraaff Street
    0.3 km
  38. Turn left onto Merriam Makeba Street
    0.1 km
  39. Turn right
    0.1 km
  40. You have arrived at your destination
    0.0 km
Navigation sign

Tolls on this route

R
Tolls found 3
Known total R261.50
Main toll road N1
This route includes 3 toll points from our database. The strongest toll-road match is N1.
Vaal
Road: Road not linked yet
R91.50
Vaal
Road: Road not linked yet
R91.50
Verkeerdevlei
Road: Road not linked yet
R78.50
Routes ↩ Bloemfontein → Amersfoort R59 Amersfoort R59 to Johannesburg Amersfoort R59 to Pretoria Amersfoort R59 to Cape Town Amersfoort R59 to Durban Johannesburg to Bloemfontein Pretoria to Bloemfontein Cape Town to Bloemfontein
Stop Stopover sign
Halfway point
291.6 km
Mid-route position Road corridor partition
50 / 50
Time partition Start / finish split
3 hrs 32 min • 3 hrs 32 min
Waypoint reference Nearest route marker
Mid-route reference
Vec Consumption & emissions
Consumption & emissions profile
42.0 L needed
Moderate efficiency • 7.2 L/100km baseline
CO2 emitted Estimated tailpipe output
96.9 kg
Fuel mass Approximate tank weight
31.5 kg
Cost per km Based on 95 Petrol
R1.68
Directness index As-the-crow-flies ratio
73.5%
☀ Solar data
Daylight window at Bloemfontein
06:46 – 17:36
Outside daylight hours
Solar noonHighest sun position
Total daylightUsable driving light
10 hrs 50 min
Light remainingUntil sunset
16 hrs 58 min
SunriseDawn break
06:46
Fin Tax & wear
Wear & SARS deduction
R2,435.46
Single trip SARS allowance
SARS rate R4.18/km fixed rate
R4.18/km
Tyre wear Estimated tread cost
R11.65
Service wear Oil & filter allocation
R116.53
Total trip wear Excludes fuel & tolls
R2,563.64
Nav Maneuver index
Navigation complexity
Very High (31)
Turn difficulty rating
Roundabouts Multi-path navigation
5
Lane merges Yield required
2
Complex forks Path selection
0
Highway exits Deceleration zones
7
Route atlas

Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

ZA-ATLAS
Origin Amersfoort R59 -27.00833, 29.86750
Midpoint
291.6 km
Total: 582.6 km
Midpoint 291.6 km
582.6 km 7 hrs 5 min
Destination Bloemfontein -29.11640, 26.21550

Route sheet

Route class Resolved South Africa route
Province span South Africa
One-way road span 582.6 km
Return-cycle span 1,165.3 km
Traversal time 7 hrs 5 min
Maneuver count 40
Maneuver density 6.9 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 291.6 km

Coordinate frame

Start -27.00833, 29.86750
Midpoint -26.98971, 27.57361
End -29.11640, 26.21550
Destination services

Available in Bloemfontein

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Service groups 6
Schools Clothing stores Banks Fuel stations and garages Supermarkets Shopping malls
Nearby category Schools Top 6 nearby matches around Bloemfontein
6
Nearby category Clothing stores Top 6 nearby matches around Bloemfontein
6
Nearby category Banks Top 3 nearby matches around Bloemfontein
3
Nearby category Fuel stations and garages Top 6 nearby matches around Bloemfontein
6
Nearby category Supermarkets Top 6 nearby matches around Bloemfontein
6
Nearby category Shopping malls Top 5 nearby matches around Bloemfontein
5
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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Questions 9
How far is Amersfoort R59 from Bloemfontein? +
Amersfoort R59 is about 582.6 km from Bloemfontein by road.
How long does it take from Amersfoort R59 to Bloemfontein? +
The drive usually takes about 7 hrs 5 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from Amersfoort R59 to Bloemfontein in one day? +
It is possible, but for many travellers this is better treated as a very long same-day trip or an overnight trip.
Is taxi available from Amersfoort R59 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 Amersfoort R59 to Bloemfontein? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R975.35 (R23.25 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R979.96 (R23.36 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R1,086.52 (R25.90 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R1,095.33 (R26.11 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from Amersfoort R59 to Bloemfontein? +
Yes. There are 3 tollgates currently matched for this route.
What is the route verdict for this trip? +
Very long trip: This is a demanding long-distance route. Treat it as a serious travel day and consider an overnight stop.
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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Towns along the route

: Kroonstad
From Amersfoort R59 To Bloemfontein
: Mangaung
From Amersfoort R59 To Bloemfontein
Bram Fischer
From Amersfoort R59 To Bloemfontein

Route Locations

Start area
Amersfoort R59, Mpumalanga
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available
Destination area
Bloemfontein
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available

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