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Distance from Cape Town R399 N1 to Paternoster

Cape Town R399 N1 to Paternoster is a practical regional trip, covering about 148.5 km in roughly 1 hr 51 min.

N Cape Town R399 N1 → Paternoster
Road distance
148.5 km
M60 N1 R27 R399
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
133.8 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
1.11×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
16
Info Travel board
Travel time
1 hr 51 min
End point
Strandloper Way
Return: 3 hrs 44 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
111 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
79.9 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 R26.52 / litre
R283.59
95 Petrol R26.63 / litre
R284.76
Diesel 500ppm R32.30 / litre
R345.39
Diesel 50ppm R32.50 / litre
R347.53
93 Petrol R26.52 / litre
R374.18
95 Petrol R26.63 / litre
R375.73
Diesel 500ppm R32.30 / litre
R455.73
Diesel 50ppm R32.50 / litre
R458.55
93 Petrol R26.52 / litre
R492.34
95 Petrol R26.63 / litre
R494.38
Diesel 500ppm R32.30 / litre
R599.64
Diesel 50ppm R32.50 / litre
R603.35
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🧭 Route vector
Compass bearing
337° NNW
Forward azimuth heading
Return heading Reverse azimuth
157° SSE
Coordinate delta Lat / Lon shift
North-East
Start coords Origin point
-33.9216, 18.4403
End coords Destination point
-32.8090, 17.8917
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Route class Operational trip category
Local shared
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148.5 km 112 min
Start Cape Town R399 N1
Finish Paternoster
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Turn-by-turn directions

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  1. Start your journey
    0.5 km
  2. Keep slight right at the fork towards M60: Cape Town
    0.0 km
  3. Turn right onto Christiaan Barnard Street
    0.1 km
  4. Take the ramp right towards N1: Paarl
    0.7 km
  5. Merge slight right onto FW de Klerk Boulevard
    1.0 km
  6. Take the exit ramp slight left towards R27: Milnerton
    0.5 km
  7. Continue straight onto Marine Drive
    5.3 km
  8. Continue straight onto Otto du Plessis Drive
    10.2 km
  9. Continue straight onto West Coast Road
    105.6 km
  10. Turn left
    11.1 km
  11. Continue straight onto R399
    12.9 km
  12. Turn left onto Saint Augustine Road
    0.3 km
  13. Turn right onto Seeduiker Way
    0.1 km
  14. Continue right onto Seeduiker Way
    0.0 km
  15. Turn right onto Strandloper Way
    0.1 km
  16. You have arrived at your destination
    0.0 km
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Tolls on this route

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Tolls found 0
Known total —
Main toll road N1
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.
N1 N1 N1 N1
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Halfway point
74.4 km
Western Cape
Mid-route position Road corridor partition
50 / 50
Time partition Start / finish split
55 min • 55 min
Waypoint reference Nearest route marker
Western Cape
Vec Consumption & emissions
Consumption & emissions profile
10.7 L needed
Highly direct • 7.2 L/100km baseline
CO2 emitted Estimated tailpipe output
24.7 kg
Fuel mass Approximate tank weight
8.0 kg
Cost per km Based on 95 Petrol
R1.92
Directness index As-the-crow-flies ratio
90.1%
☀ Solar data
Daylight window at Paternoster
07:27 – 18:02
Active daylight
Solar noonHighest sun position
Total daylightUsable driving light
10 hrs 35 min
Light remainingUntil sunset
1 hr 25 min
SunriseDawn break
07:27
Fin Tax & wear
Wear & SARS deduction
R620.80
Single trip SARS allowance
SARS rate R4.18/km fixed rate
R4.18/km
Tyre wear Estimated tread cost
R2.97
Service wear Oil & filter allocation
R29.70
Total trip wear Excludes fuel & tolls
R653.48
Nav Maneuver index
Navigation complexity
Low (5)
Turn difficulty rating
Roundabouts Multi-path navigation
0
Lane merges Yield required
1
Complex forks Path selection
1
Highway exits Deceleration zones
1
Route atlas

Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

ZA-ATLAS
Origin Cape Town R399 N1 -33.92159, 18.44028
Midpoint
74.4 km
Total: 148.5 km
Midpoint 74.4 km
148.5 km 112 min
Destination Paternoster End: Strandloper Way -32.80904, 17.89170

Route sheet

Route class Intraprovincial corridor
Province span Western Cape
One-way road span 148.5 km
Return-cycle span 297 km
Traversal time 112 min
Maneuver count 16
Maneuver density 10.8 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 74.4 km

Coordinate frame

Start -33.92159, 18.44028
Midpoint -33.34715, 18.24766
End -32.80904, 17.89170
Destination brief

Travelling to Paternoster

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

Signature Fishing village coast break
Standout Whitewashed village and West Coast calm
Paternoster keeps its appeal through whitewashed architecture, beach walks and a slower West Coast pace that feels deliberately small-scale and coastal.
Best for Who this destination suits
Romantic coast break Food weekend Beach walks West Coast village stay
Arrival What to expect on arrival
This is not a place to treat as a broad metro arrival. The exact guesthouse or cottage matters because the village layout is compact and stay-led.
Regional base Good base for nearby trips
Use Paternoster for a slower West Coast stay with beach time, seafood and easy access to nearby West Coast attractions.
Destination facts Quick reference details
Visit Paternoster describes the village as a tourism hub on the West Coast
The destination is known for picturesque beaches and whitewashed houses
It works best as a stay-focused rather than rush-through destination
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Questions 8
How far is Cape Town R399 N1 from Paternoster? +
Cape Town R399 N1 is about 148.5 km from Paternoster by road.
How long does it take from Cape Town R399 N1 to Paternoster? +
The drive usually takes about 112 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from Cape Town R399 N1 to Paternoster in one day? +
Yes, for many drivers this can be done in one day.
Is taxi available from Cape Town R399 N1 to Paternoster? +
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 R399 N1 to Paternoster? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R283.59 (R26.52 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R284.76 (R26.63 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R345.39 (R32.30 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R347.53 (R32.50 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from Cape Town R399 N1 to Paternoster? +
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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Route Locations

Start area
Cape Town, Western Cape
Suburb: Foreshore
Road: N1
Postal code: 8001
Destination area
Paternoster, Western Cape
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available

Postal codes

Cape Town R399 N1
8001
Paternoster
Not available

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