Distance from Bloemfontein to Kimberley

N Bloemfontein → Kimberley

Road distance

163 km

Bloemfontein to Kimberley is a solid inter-town journey, covering about 163.0 km in roughly 1 hr 51 min.

Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference

147.4 km

Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio

1.11×

Navigation steps Instruction count in route set

Info Travel board

Travel time

1 hr 51 min

End point

De Beers Road

Return: 3 hrs 42 min

Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration

111 min

Average velocity Distance over route runtime

87.9 km/h

Stop-adjusted ETA 0 planned rest stops

1 hr 51 min

Fuel Service sign

Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km

93 Petrol R27.95 / litre

R327.98

95 Petrol R28.06 / litre

R329.27

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🧭 Route vector

Compass bearing

286° WNW

Forward azimuth heading

Return heading Reverse azimuth

106° ESE

Coordinate delta Lat / Lon shift

North-East

Start coords Origin point

-29.1164, 26.2155

End coords Destination point

-28.7383, 24.7642

Taxi Transport options

Shared taxi fare

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Long-distance caution

Route class Operational trip category

Long-distance

Operator type Service format

Minibus taxi

Weather 9 °C Bloemfontein Fair View Forecast → 11 °C Kimberley Partly Cloudy View Forecast →

Travel modes

Bloemfontein → Kimberley

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Car

163 km

1 hr 51 min

Road route

🏍️ Estimate

Two-wheeler

163 km

~2 hrs 30 min

65 km/h avg

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Hotel Near Bloemfontein

Southern Sun Bloemfontein

Corner of Nelson Mandela and Melville Drive, Brandwag, Bloemfontein, Free State 1 km from start

"Southern Sun Bloemfontein is a well-known hotel in Brandwag, Bloemfontein, with …"

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Hotel

Hotel Near Bloemfontein

Protea Hotel Bloemfontein Willow Lake

101 Henry Street, Willows, Willows, Bloemfontein, Free State, 9301 1 km from start

"Protea Hotel Bloemfontein Willow Lake offers a stay that feels convenient withou…"

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Hotel Near Bloemfontein

City Lodge Hotel Bloemfontein

175 Nelson Mandela Drive, Westdene, Westdene, Bloemfontein, Free State, 9301 1 km from start

"City Lodge Hotel Bloemfontein offers comfortable, convenient accommodation in th…"

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Route

Route overview

Live map, directions, tolls and route services.

Map Directions Tolls Trip planning

Start Bloemfontein

Finish Kimberley

Map key

Start point

Destination

Driving route

Navigation sign

Turn-by-turn directions

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Start your journey

0.1 km
At the end of the road, turn right onto Merriam Makeba Street

0.1 km
Turn right onto President Brand Street

0.5 km
Turn right onto Saint Georges Street

0.5 km
Continue straight onto AT Horak Street

1.0 km
Merge slight right onto Parfitt Avenue

0.5 km
Continue straight onto Walter Sisulu Road

3.7 km
Continue straight onto Nathan Street

150.9 km
Merge slight left onto Oliver Street

3.7 km
At the roundabout, take the 2nd exit onto Dalham Road

0.0 km
Continue onto Dalham Road

0.5 km
Continue straight onto Bultfontein Road

0.6 km
Continue straight onto Bultfontein Street

0.4 km
At the end of the road, turn right onto New Main Street

0.1 km
Turn left onto Stockdale Street

0.1 km
Turn right onto Old Main Street

0.1 km
Continue straight onto De Beers Road

0.1 km
You have arrived at your destination

0.0 km

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Stop Stopover sign

Halfway point

81.4 km

Mid-route position Road corridor partition

50 / 50

Time partition Start / finish split

55 min • 55 min

Waypoint reference Nearest route marker

Mid-route reference

Vec Consumption & emissions

Consumption & emissions profile

11.7 L needed

Highly direct • 7.2 L/100km baseline

CO2 emitted Estimated tailpipe output

27.1 kg

Fuel mass Approximate tank weight

8.8 kg

Cost per km Based on 95 Petrol

R2.02

Directness index As-the-crow-flies ratio

90.4%

☀ Solar data

Daylight window at Kimberley

07:08 – 17:30

Outside daylight hours

Solar noonHighest sun position

12:19

Total daylightUsable driving light

10 hrs 21 min

Light remainingUntil sunset

Expired

SunriseDawn break

07:08

Fin Tax & wear

Wear & SARS deduction

R681.26

Single trip SARS allowance

SARS rate R4.18/km fixed rate

R4.18/km

Tyre wear Estimated tread cost

R3.26

Service wear Oil & filter allocation

R32.60

Total trip wear Excludes fuel & tolls

R717.12

Nav Maneuver index

Navigation complexity

Moderate (9)

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 Bloemfontein -29.11640, 26.21550

Midpoint

81.4 km

Total: 163 km

Midpoint 81.4 km

163 km 111 min

Destination Kimberley End: De Beers Road -28.73830, 24.76423

Route sheet

Route class Resolved South Africa route

Province span South Africa

One-way road span 163 km

Return-cycle span 326 km

Traversal time 111 min

Maneuver count 18

Maneuver density 11.0 /100 km

Midpoint chainage 81.4 km

Coordinate frame

Start -29.11640, 26.21550

Midpoint -29.12076, 25.41178

End -28.73830, 24.76423

Destination brief

Travelling to Kimberley

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

Signature Northern Cape capital city

Standout Historic capital with diamond-era identity

Best for Who this destination suits

Heritage trip Provincial capital stay Business travel Northern Cape base

Arrival What to expect on arrival

Museum-side, CBD and modern hotel-area arrivals can feel different, so exact routing matters more than a broad city label suggests.

Regional base Good base for nearby trips

Use Kimberley as a Northern Cape base for heritage travel, business stays and wider provincial movement.

Destination facts Quick reference details

Kimberley is the capital of the Northern Cape

Northern Cape tourism and city tourism portals use Kimberley as a central visitor base

The city combines capital-city function with strong heritage interest

Route support

Route FAQ

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Questions 8

How far is Bloemfontein from Kimberley? +

Bloemfontein is about 163 km from Kimberley by road.

How long does it take from Bloemfontein to Kimberley? +

The drive usually takes about 111 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.

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

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

Is taxi available from Bloemfontein to Kimberley? +

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 Bloemfontein to Kimberley? +

Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R327.98 (R27.95 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R329.27 (R28.06 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R327.63 (R27.92 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R343.35 (R29.26 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.

Are there any tollgates from Bloemfontein to Kimberley? +

No tollgates are currently matched for this route.

What is the route verdict for this trip? +

Long same-day trip: This can work in one day, but a rest stop and early departure are recommended.

Is there a road note for this route? +

This is a longer road trip, so a fuel or rest stop is recommended. This route looks more local or regional, but always check signs and road conditions on the day.

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Distance from Bloemfontein to Kimberley

Places from Bloemfontein to Kimberley

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Mugg & Bean

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Checkers

Woolworths

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Diamond Supermarket

Panino

Super Save Supermarket

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Panino

Diamond Supermarket

Capitec Bank

Super Save Supermarket

Fourways Supermarket

Standard Bank

Big Family Supermarket & Takeaways

Standard Bank

Al-Rashid Butchery

Capitec Bank

African Bank

Woolworths

Standard Bank

N12 Butchery Biltong Den

Jani's Supermarket & Wholesalers

Hi-Q

Checkers

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Bonjour

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GXY Architects

Kimberley Boys High School

Department of Environment and Nature Conservation

Midas Kimberley

Newton Primary School

Diamantveld High School

Vooruitsig Primary School

Kimberley Girls' High School

Kimberley Junior School

Floors Comprehensive School

Department of Education: Frances Baard District Office

Northern Cape Department of Education

Jackie Field Services

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Shoprite

Pick n Pay

Shoprite

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Boxer

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Southern Sun Bloemfontein

Protea Hotel Bloemfontein Willow Lake

City Lodge Hotel Bloemfontein

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