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Distance from Ankara to Polokwane

N Ankara → Polokwane
Road distance
4.5 km
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
3.4 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
1.31×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
9
Info Travel board
Travel time
7 min
Start point
Ankara Street
End point
Compensatie Street
Return: 14 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
7 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
36.5 km/h
Stop-adjusted ETA 0 planned rest stops
7 min
Fuel Service sign
Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km
93 Petrol R26.52 / litre
R8.62
95 Petrol R26.63 / litre
R8.65
Diesel 500ppm R32.30 / litre
R10.50
Diesel 50ppm R32.50 / litre
R10.56
93 Petrol R26.52 / litre
R11.37
95 Petrol R26.63 / litre
R11.42
Diesel 500ppm R32.30 / litre
R13.85
Diesel 50ppm R32.50 / litre
R13.94
93 Petrol R26.52 / litre
R14.96
95 Petrol R26.63 / litre
R15.03
Diesel 500ppm R32.30 / litre
R18.22
Diesel 50ppm R32.50 / litre
R18.34
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🧭 Route vector
Compass bearing
67° ENE
Forward azimuth heading
Return heading Reverse azimuth
247° WSW
Coordinate delta Lat / Lon shift
North-East
Start coords Origin point
-23.9179, 29.4303
End coords Destination point
-23.9058, 29.4614
Taxi Local commuter
Taxi fare estimate
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Long-distance caution
Route class Operational trip category
Local shared
Calculating arrival…
Ankara to Polokwane is a short everyday drive, covering about 4.5 km in roughly 7 min.
Travel modes
Ankara → Polokwane
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Car
4.5 km
7 min
Road route
🏍️ Estimate
Two-wheeler
4.5 km
~6 min
39 km/h avg
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Walking
4.5 km
54 min
5 km/h average
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4.5 km 7 min
Start Ankara
Finish Polokwane
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Start point
Destination
Driving route
Navigation sign

Turn-by-turn directions

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  1. Head on Ankara Street
    0.1 km
  2. Turn left onto Lawton Road
    0.7 km
  3. Turn left onto Thabo Mbeki Street
    1.3 km
  4. At the roundabout, take the 2nd exit onto Grobler Street
    0.0 km
  5. Continue onto Grobler Street
    0.3 km
  6. Keep slight left at the fork onto Grobler Street
    0.1 km
  7. Go straight onto Grobler Street
    1.8 km
  8. Turn left onto Compensatie Street
    0.2 km
  9. You have arrived at your destination
    0.0 km
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Stop Stopover sign
Halfway point
2.3 km
Mid-route position Road corridor partition
50 / 50
Time partition Start / finish split
3 min • 3 min
Waypoint reference Nearest route marker
Mid-route reference
Vec Consumption & emissions
Consumption & emissions profile
0.3 L needed
Moderate efficiency • 7.2 L/100km baseline
CO2 emitted Estimated tailpipe output
0.8 kg
Fuel mass Approximate tank weight
0.2 kg
Cost per km Based on 95 Petrol
R1.92
Directness index As-the-crow-flies ratio
76.1%
☀ Solar data
Daylight window at Polokwane
06:27 – 17:28
Outside daylight hours
Solar noonHighest sun position
Total daylightUsable driving light
11 hrs 0 min
Light remainingUntil sunset
Expired
SunriseDawn break
06:27
Fin Tax & wear
Wear & SARS deduction
R18.87
Single trip SARS allowance
SARS rate R4.18/km fixed rate
R4.18/km
Tyre wear Estimated tread cost
R0.09
Service wear Oil & filter allocation
R0.90
Total trip wear Excludes fuel & tolls
R19.86
Nav Maneuver index
Navigation complexity
Moderate (7)
Turn difficulty rating
Roundabouts Multi-path navigation
1
Lane merges Yield required
0
Complex forks Path selection
1
Highway exits Deceleration zones
1
Route atlas

Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

ZA-ATLAS
Origin Ankara Start: Ankara Street -23.91793, 29.43028
Midpoint
2.3 km
Total: 4.5 km
Midpoint 2.3 km
4.5 km 7 min
Destination Polokwane End: Compensatie Street -23.90583, 29.46139

Route sheet

Route class Resolved South Africa route
Province span South Africa
One-way road span 4.5 km
Return-cycle span 9.0 km
Traversal time 7 min
Maneuver count 9
Maneuver density 199.4 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 2.3 km

Coordinate frame

Start -23.91793, 29.43028
Midpoint -23.91431, 29.44450
End -23.90583, 29.46139
Destination services

Available in Polokwane

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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 Polokwane
6
Nearby category Clothing stores Top 6 nearby matches around Polokwane
6
Nearby category Banks Top 6 nearby matches around Polokwane
6
Nearby category Fuel stations and garages Top 3 nearby matches around Polokwane
3
Nearby category Supermarkets Top 6 nearby matches around Polokwane
6
Nearby category Shopping malls Top 4 nearby matches around Polokwane
4
Destination brief

Travelling to Polokwane

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

Signature Limpopo capital hub
Standout Provincial capital with northern-route value
Best for Who this destination suits
Business trip Limpopo base Overnight stop Provincial capital stay
Arrival What to expect on arrival
Airport-side, central-city and N1-adjacent arrivals each create different practical trips, so the exact stop should be named clearly.
Regional base Good base for nearby trips
Use Polokwane as a Limpopo base for provincial business, city services and longer northbound or bushveld-connected road trips.
Destination facts Quick reference details
Polokwane Tourism positions the city as a vibrant capital with attractions and activities
The municipality provides tourism guides and visitor material
The city plays a major service-hub role for Limpopo travel
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Route FAQ

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Questions 8
How far is Ankara from Polokwane? +
Ankara is about 4.5 km from Polokwane by road.
How long does it take from Ankara to Polokwane? +
The drive usually takes about 7 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from Ankara to Polokwane in one day? +
Yes, for many drivers this can be done in one day.
Is taxi available from Ankara to Polokwane? +
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 Ankara to Polokwane? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R8.62 (R26.52 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R8.65 (R26.63 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R10.50 (R32.30 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R10.56 (R32.50 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from Ankara to Polokwane? +
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
Ankara, Limpopo
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available
Destination area
Polokwane
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available

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