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Distance from Athlone to Stellenbosch

Athlone to Stellenbosch is a practical regional trip, covering about 44.3 km in roughly 38 min.

N Athlone → Stellenbosch
Road distance
44.3 km
N2 R310
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
33.8 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
1.31×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
22
Info Travel board
Travel time
38 min
Start point
Dunbar Street
End point
Hofmeyer
Return: 17 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
38 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
68.4 km/h
Stop-adjusted ETA 0 planned rest stops
38 min
Fuel Service sign
Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R74.09
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R74.44
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R82.54
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R83.21
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R97.76
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R98.23
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R108.91
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R109.79
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R128.63
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R129.24
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R143.30
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R144.46
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🧭 Route vector
Compass bearing
84° E
Forward azimuth heading
Return heading Reverse azimuth
264° W
Coordinate delta Lat / Lon shift
North-East
Start coords Origin point
-33.9667, 18.5050
End coords Destination point
-33.9344, 18.8692
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Route class Operational trip category
Local shared
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Route overview

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Start, destination and route line.

44.3 km 38 min
Start Athlone
Finish Stellenbosch
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Start point
Destination
Driving route
Navigation sign

Turn-by-turn directions

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  1. Head on Dunbar Street
    0.0 km
  2. Turn left onto Longden Avenue
    0.0 km
  3. Turn right onto Church Street
    0.4 km
  4. Turn right onto Aden Avenue
    0.2 km
  5. Turn left onto Jan Smuts Drive
    1.5 km
  6. Take the ramp slight left towards N2: Cape Town International Airport
    0.4 km
  7. Keep slight right at the fork towards N2: Cape Town International Airport
    0.3 km
  8. Merge slight right onto Settlers Way
    21.9 km
  9. Take the exit ramp slight left towards R310: Stellenbosch
    0.4 km
  10. Turn left onto Baden Powell Drive
    12.9 km
  11. Turn right onto Adam Tas Street towards Stellenbosch
    3.9 km
  12. Turn right onto Dorp Street
    1.0 km
  13. At the roundabout, take the 1st exit onto Mill Street
    0.0 km
  14. Continue onto Mill Street
    0.2 km
  15. At the roundabout, take the 2nd exit onto Plein
    0.0 km
  16. Continue onto Plein
    0.3 km
  17. At the roundabout, take the 1st exit onto Plein
    0.0 km
  18. Continue onto Plein
    0.1 km
  19. Continue straight onto Van Riebeeck
    0.4 km
  20. Turn left onto Bosman
    0.2 km
  21. Turn right onto Hofmeyer
    0.1 km
  22. You have arrived at your destination
    0.0 km
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Tolls on this route

R
Tolls found 0
Known total —
Main toll road N2 - North Coast Toll Road
We found matching toll-road records for this route, but no tollgate point was close enough to the route line to display as a confirmed route toll.
N2 - North Coast Toll Road N2 - North Coast Toll Road N2 - North Coast Toll Road N2 - North Coast Toll Road
Routes ↩ Stellenbosch → Athlone Athlone to Johannesburg Athlone to Pretoria Athlone to Cape Town Athlone to Durban Johannesburg to Stellenbosch Pretoria to Stellenbosch Cape Town to Stellenbosch
Stop Stopover sign
Halfway point
22.1 km
Mid-route position Road corridor partition
50 / 50
Time partition Start / finish split
19 min • 19 min
Waypoint reference Nearest route marker
Mid-route reference
Vec Consumption & emissions
Consumption & emissions profile
3.2 L needed
Moderate efficiency • 7.2 L/100km baseline
CO2 emitted Estimated tailpipe output
7.4 kg
Fuel mass Approximate tank weight
2.4 kg
Cost per km Based on 95 Petrol
R1.68
Directness index As-the-crow-flies ratio
76.3%
☀ Solar data
Daylight window at Stellenbosch
07:19 – 18:02
Outside daylight hours
Solar noonHighest sun position
Total daylightUsable driving light
10 hrs 42 min
Light remainingUntil sunset
Expired
SunriseDawn break
07:19
Fin Tax & wear
Wear & SARS deduction
R185.01
Single trip SARS allowance
SARS rate R4.18/km fixed rate
R4.18/km
Tyre wear Estimated tread cost
R0.89
Service wear Oil & filter allocation
R8.85
Total trip wear Excludes fuel & tolls
R194.75
Nav Maneuver index
Navigation complexity
High (20)
Turn difficulty rating
Roundabouts Multi-path navigation
3
Lane merges Yield required
1
Complex forks Path selection
1
Highway exits Deceleration zones
4
Route atlas

Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

ZA-ATLAS
Origin Athlone Start: Dunbar Street -33.96667, 18.50500
Midpoint
22.1 km
Total: 44.3 km
Midpoint 22.1 km
44.3 km 38 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 44.3 km
Return-cycle span 88.5 km
Traversal time 38 min
Maneuver count 22
Maneuver density 49.7 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 22.1 km

Coordinate frame

Start -33.96667, 18.50500
Midpoint -34.02766, 18.69414
End -33.93444, 18.86917
Destination services

Available in Stellenbosch

Useful places near your destination, from everyday essentials to local stops that can help you settle in faster when you arrive.

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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Route FAQ

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Questions 8
How far is Athlone from Stellenbosch? +
Athlone is about 44.3 km from Stellenbosch by road.
How long does it take from Athlone to Stellenbosch? +
The drive usually takes about 38 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from Athlone to Stellenbosch in one day? +
Yes, for many drivers this can be done in one day.
Is taxi available from Athlone 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 Athlone to Stellenbosch? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R74.09 (R23.25 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R74.44 (R23.36 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R82.54 (R25.90 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R83.21 (R26.11 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from Athlone 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. National roads appear in this route, so watch for toll signs and busier sections.
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Towns along the route

: Cape Town International Airport
From Athlone To Stellenbosch
Somerset
From Athlone To Stellenbosch
Settlers Way
From Athlone To Stellenbosch
: Stellenbosch
From Athlone To Stellenbosch
Plein
From Athlone To Stellenbosch
Van Riebeeck
From Athlone To Stellenbosch
Bosman
From Athlone To Stellenbosch
Hofmeyer
From Athlone To Stellenbosch

Route Locations

Start area
Athlone
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.

Cape Town to Somerset West Similar distance
About 42.3 km Difference: 2.0 km
Cape Town to Stellenbosch Similar distance
About 40.2 km Difference: 4.0 km
Cape Town to Paarl Similar distance
About 54.0 km Difference: 9.8 km
Cape Town to Hermanus Similar distance
About 92.6 km Difference: 48.3 km
Cape Town to Worcester Similar distance
About 99.6 km Difference: 55.3 km

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