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Distance from Cape Town International Airport M7 to Paarl

Cape Town International Airport M7 to Paarl is a practical regional trip, covering about 55.2 km in roughly 40 min.

N Cape Town International Airport M7 → Paarl
Road distance
55.2 km
N1 N2 R300 R45
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
43.5 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
1.27×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
13
Info Travel board
Travel time
40 min
End point
Lady Grey Street
Return: 21 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
40 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
80.9 km/h
Stop-adjusted ETA 0 planned rest stops
40 min
Fuel Service sign
Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R92.40
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R92.83
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R102.93
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R103.76
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R121.91
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R122.49
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R135.81
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R136.91
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R160.41
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R161.17
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R178.69
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R180.14
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🧭 Route vector
Compass bearing
52° NE
Forward azimuth heading
Return heading Reverse azimuth
232° SW
Coordinate delta Lat / Lon shift
North-East
Start coords Origin point
-33.9737, 18.5944
End coords Destination point
-33.7310, 18.9642
Taxi Local commuter
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Long-distance caution
Route class Operational trip category
Local shared
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55.2 km 40 min
Start Cape Town International Airport M7
Finish Paarl
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Start point
Destination
Driving route
Navigation sign

Turn-by-turn directions

↑
  1. Start your journey
    0.1 km
  2. Continue straight onto Michigan Street
    0.4 km
  3. Turn left onto Borcherds Quarry Road
    0.7 km
  4. Take the ramp slight left towards N2: Somerset West
    0.6 km
  5. Merge slight right
    3.2 km
  6. Take the exit ramp slight left towards R300: Bellville
    1.7 km
  7. Merge slight right onto Kuils River Freeway
    14.0 km
  8. Keep slight right at the fork towards N1: Paarl
    1.5 km
  9. Merge slight right onto N1 Freeway
    27.6 km
  10. Take the exit ramp slight left towards R45: Franschhoek
    0.5 km
  11. Turn left onto Main Road
    4.9 km
  12. Turn right onto Lady Grey Street
    0.1 km
  13. You have arrived at your destination
    0.0 km
Navigation sign

Tolls on this route

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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 N1 N1 N1
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Stop Stopover sign
Halfway point
27.6 km
Western Cape
Mid-route position Road corridor partition
50 / 50
Time partition Start / finish split
20 min • 20 min
Waypoint reference Nearest route marker
Western Cape
Vec Consumption & emissions
Consumption & emissions profile
4.0 L needed
Moderate efficiency • 7.2 L/100km baseline
CO2 emitted Estimated tailpipe output
9.2 kg
Fuel mass Approximate tank weight
3.0 kg
Cost per km Based on 95 Petrol
R1.68
Directness index As-the-crow-flies ratio
78.9%
☀ Solar data
Daylight window at Paarl
07:19 – 18:02
Active daylight
Solar noonHighest sun position
Total daylightUsable driving light
10 hrs 43 min
Light remainingUntil sunset
2 min
SunriseDawn break
07:19
Fin Tax & wear
Wear & SARS deduction
R230.71
Single trip SARS allowance
SARS rate R4.18/km fixed rate
R4.18/km
Tyre wear Estimated tread cost
R1.10
Service wear Oil & filter allocation
R11.04
Total trip wear Excludes fuel & tolls
R242.86
Nav Maneuver index
Navigation complexity
Moderate (10)
Turn difficulty rating
Roundabouts Multi-path navigation
0
Lane merges Yield required
3
Complex forks Path selection
1
Highway exits Deceleration zones
2
Route atlas

Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

ZA-ATLAS
Origin Cape Town International Airport M7 -33.97371, 18.59437
Midpoint
27.6 km
Total: 55.2 km
Midpoint 27.6 km
55.2 km 40 min
Destination Paarl End: Lady Grey Street -33.73103, 18.96421

Route sheet

Route class Intraprovincial corridor
Province span Western Cape
One-way road span 55.2 km
Return-cycle span 110.4 km
Traversal time 40 min
Maneuver count 13
Maneuver density 23.6 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 27.6 km

Coordinate frame

Start -33.97371, 18.59437
Midpoint -33.83768, 18.72751
End -33.73103, 18.96421
Destination services

Available in Paarl

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

Service groups 4
Schools Clothing stores Fuel stations and garages Supermarkets
Nearby category Schools Top 6 nearby matches around Paarl
6
Nearby category Clothing stores Top 1 nearby match around Paarl
1
  • PEP
    Cape Town, 7646, Western Cape
Nearby category Fuel stations and garages Top 2 nearby matches around Paarl
2
Nearby category Supermarkets Top 6 nearby matches around Paarl
6
Destination brief

Travelling to Paarl

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

Signature Cape Winelands town
Standout Wine farms, country hospitality and conference stays
Paarl offers a broader Winelands mix than a simple tasting stop, with estate travel, countryside scenery, conference use and a more spread-out stay pattern than compact village destinations.
Best for Who this destination suits
Winelands base Conference stay Country hospitality Food and wine trip
Arrival What to expect on arrival
The town centre, estates, wedding venues and countryside stays each produce different final drives, so the exact property matters.
Regional base Good base for nearby trips
Use Paarl as a base for Cape Winelands touring, estate visits, conferences and slower countryside stays close to Cape Town.
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Questions 8
How far is Cape Town International Airport M7 from Paarl? +
Cape Town International Airport M7 is about 55.2 km from Paarl by road.
How long does it take from Cape Town International Airport M7 to Paarl? +
The drive usually takes about 40 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from Cape Town International Airport M7 to Paarl in one day? +
Yes, for many drivers this can be done in one day.
Is taxi available from Cape Town International Airport M7 to Paarl? +
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 Cape Town International Airport M7 to Paarl? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R92.40 (R23.25 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R92.83 (R23.36 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R102.93 (R25.90 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R103.76 (R26.11 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from Cape Town International Airport M7 to Paarl? +
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

: Somerset
From Cape Town International Airport M7 To Paarl
: Bellville
From Cape Town International Airport M7 To Paarl
: Paarl
From Cape Town International Airport M7 To Paarl
Worcester
From Cape Town International Airport M7 To Paarl
: Franschhoek
From Cape Town International Airport M7 To Paarl

Route Locations

Start area
Cape Town International Airport M7, Western Cape
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available
Destination area
Paarl, Western Cape
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 Paarl Same province
About 54.0 km Difference: 1.1 km
Cape Town to Somerset West Same province
About 42.3 km Difference: 12.9 km
Cape Town to Stellenbosch Same province
About 40.2 km Difference: 15.0 km
Cape Town to Hermanus Same province
About 92.6 km Difference: 37.4 km
Cape Town to Worcester Same province
About 99.6 km Difference: 44.4 km

Reverse route and related trips

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