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Distance from Bluff to Kimberley

Bluff to Kimberley is a full long-distance road trip, covering about 881.5 km in roughly 12 hrs 48 min.

N Bluff → Kimberley
Road distance
881.5 km
R355
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
711.9 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
1.24×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
26
Info Travel board
Travel time
12 hrs 48 min
End point
De Beers Road
Return: 25 hrs 36 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
768 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
68.8 km/h
Stop-adjusted ETA 6 planned rest stops
14 hrs 18 min
Fuel Service sign
Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km
93 Petrol R26.52 / litre
R1,683.11
95 Petrol R26.63 / litre
R1,690.09
Diesel 500ppm R32.30 / litre
R2,049.94
Diesel 50ppm R32.50 / litre
R2,062.64
93 Petrol R26.52 / litre
R2,220.77
95 Petrol R26.63 / litre
R2,229.98
Diesel 500ppm R32.30 / litre
R2,704.79
Diesel 50ppm R32.50 / litre
R2,721.54
93 Petrol R26.52 / litre
R2,922.07
95 Petrol R26.63 / litre
R2,934.19
Diesel 500ppm R32.30 / litre
R3,558.93
Diesel 50ppm R32.50 / litre
R3,580.97
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🧭 Route vector
Compass bearing
90° E
Forward azimuth heading
Return heading Reverse azimuth
270° W
Coordinate delta Lat / Lon shift
North-East
Start coords Origin point
-28.9292, 17.4575
End coords Destination point
-28.7383, 24.7642
Taxi Local commuter
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Long-distance caution
Route class Operational trip category
Local shared
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881.5 km 768 min
Start Bluff
Finish Kimberley
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Destination
Driving route
Navigation sign

Turn-by-turn directions

↑
  1. Start your journey
    6.0 km
  2. Turn left
    0.1 km
  3. Turn left
    1.2 km
  4. Keep slight right at the fork
    22.3 km
  5. Continue straight onto Ikosies
    20.4 km
  6. Turn left
    6.7 km
  7. At the end of the road, turn right
    48.6 km
  8. Take the exit ramp slight left towards R355: Springbok
    0.5 km
  9. Turn left onto Kokerboom Road
    0.2 km
  10. Turn left onto Koeboegas Street
    0.4 km
  11. At the end of the road, turn right onto Voortrekker Street
    161.7 km
  12. Continue straight onto Skool Street
    0.6 km
  13. Continue straight onto 4th Street
    171.1 km
  14. Turn left
    39.2 km
  15. Turn right onto Z.F. Mgcawu Street
    0.2 km
  16. At the end of the road, turn right
    114.4 km
  17. Turn left
    281.6 km
  18. At the roundabout, take the 2nd exit onto Schmidtsdrift Road
    0.0 km
  19. Continue onto Schmidtsdrift Road
    3.6 km
  20. Continue straight onto Long Street
    1.7 km
  21. Turn left onto Bultfontein Street
    0.3 km
  22. At the end of the road, turn right onto New Main Street
    0.1 km
  23. Turn left onto Stockdale Street
    0.1 km
  24. Turn right onto Old Main Street
    0.1 km
  25. Continue straight onto De Beers Road
    0.1 km
  26. You have arrived at your destination
    0.0 km
Routes ↩ Kimberley → Bluff Bluff to Johannesburg Bluff to Pretoria Bluff to Cape Town Bluff to Durban Johannesburg to Kimberley Pretoria to Kimberley Cape Town to Kimberley
Stop Stopover sign
Halfway point
440.5 km
Mid-route position Road corridor partition
50 / 50
Time partition Start / finish split
6 hrs 24 min • 6 hrs 24 min
Waypoint reference Nearest route marker
Mid-route reference
Vec Consumption & emissions
Consumption & emissions profile
63.5 L needed
Moderate efficiency • 7.2 L/100km baseline
CO2 emitted Estimated tailpipe output
146.6 kg
Fuel mass Approximate tank weight
47.6 kg
Cost per km Based on 95 Petrol
R1.68
Directness index As-the-crow-flies ratio
80.8%
☀ Solar data
Daylight window at Kimberley
06:52 – 17:42
Outside daylight hours
Solar noonHighest sun position
Total daylightUsable driving light
10 hrs 50 min
Light remainingUntil sunset
Expired
SunriseDawn break
06:52
Fin Tax & wear
Wear & SARS deduction
R3,684.54
Single trip SARS allowance
SARS rate R4.18/km fixed rate
R4.18/km
Tyre wear Estimated tread cost
R17.63
Service wear Oil & filter allocation
R176.29
Total trip wear Excludes fuel & tolls
R3,878.46
Nav Maneuver index
Navigation complexity
Moderate (8)
Turn difficulty rating
Roundabouts Multi-path navigation
1
Lane merges Yield required
0
Complex forks Path selection
1
Highway exits Deceleration zones
2
Route atlas

Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

ZA-ATLAS
Origin Bluff -28.92920, 17.45750
Midpoint
440.5 km
Total: 881.5 km
Midpoint 440.5 km
881.5 km 768 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 881.5 km
Return-cycle span 1763 km
Traversal time 768 min
Maneuver count 26
Maneuver density 2.9 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 440.5 km

Coordinate frame

Start -28.92920, 17.45750
Midpoint -28.70451, 20.98267
End -28.73830, 24.76423
Destination services

Available in Kimberley

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Service groups 4
Schools Banks Fuel stations and garages Supermarkets
Nearby category Schools Top 6 nearby matches around Kimberley
6
Nearby category Banks Top 6 nearby matches around Kimberley
6
Nearby category Fuel stations and garages Top 4 nearby matches around Kimberley
4
Nearby category Supermarkets Top 6 nearby matches around Kimberley
6
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
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Route FAQ

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Questions 9
How far is Bluff from Kimberley? +
Bluff is about 881.5 km from Kimberley by road.
How long does it take from Bluff to Kimberley? +
The drive usually takes about 768 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from Bluff to Kimberley 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 Bluff 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 Bluff to Kimberley? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R1,683.11 (R26.52 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R1,690.09 (R26.63 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R2,049.94 (R32.30 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R2,062.64 (R32.50 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from Bluff to Kimberley? +
No tollgates are 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. 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
Bluff, Northern Cape
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available
Destination area
Kimberley
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available

Distance comparisons

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