Distance from E 47 to Polokwane

This route includes 44 toll points from our database. The strongest toll-road match is N14. 6 Gauteng open-road / gantry toll points are shown as R0.00 because GFIP e-toll charging ended from 12 April 2024.

Vaal

Road: Road not linked yet

R91.50

Unnamed e-Toll gantry near -25.848, 28.229

Road: GFIP / Gauteng e-Toll network

R0.00

Pumulani

Road: Road not linked yet

R16.50

Vaal

Road: Road not linked yet

R91.50

Pumulani

Road: Road not linked yet

R16.50

e-Toll Gantry TG001

Road: GFIP / Gauteng e-Toll network

R0.00

Grasmere

Road: Road not linked yet

R27.50

Unnamed e-Toll gantry near -26.268, 27.950

Road: GFIP / Gauteng e-Toll network

R0.00

Verkeerdevlei

Road: Road not linked yet

R78.50

Kranskop

Road: Road not linked yet

R61.50

Kranskop

Road: Road not linked yet

R61.50

Kranskop

Road: Road not linked yet

R61.50

Kranskop

Road: Road not linked yet

R61.50

Stormvoël

Road: Road not linked yet

R12.50

e-Toll Sunbird

Road: Road not linked yet

R0.00

Nyl

Road: Road not linked yet

R79.50

Nyl

Road: Road not linked yet

R79.50

Nyl

Road: Road not linked yet

R79.50

Grasmere

Road: Road not linked yet

R27.50

Nyl

Road: Road not linked yet

R79.50

Grasmere

Road: Road not linked yet

R27.50

Grasmere

Road: Road not linked yet

R27.50

Grasmere

Road: Road not linked yet

R27.50

Grasmere

Road: Road not linked yet

R27.50

Stormvoël

Road: Road not linked yet

R12.50

Unnamed e-Toll gantry near -26.263, 27.976

Road: GFIP / Gauteng e-Toll network

R0.00

Zambesi

Road: Road not linked yet

R15.00

Zambesi

Road: Road not linked yet

R15.00

e-Toll Ihobe

Road: Road not linked yet

R0.00

Carousel

Road: Road not linked yet

R75.00

Carousel

Road: Road not linked yet

R75.00

Maubane

Road: Road not linked yet

R33.00

Murrayhill

Road: Road not linked yet

R0.00

Maubane

Road: Road not linked yet

R33.00

Murrayhill

Road: Road not linked yet

R0.00

e-Toll Ivusi

Road: Road not linked yet

R0.00

Sebetiela

Road: Road not linked yet

R24.50

Sebetiela

Road: Road not linked yet

R24.50

e-Toll Pikoko

Road: Road not linked yet

R0.00

Carousel

Road: Road not linked yet

R75.00

Routes ↩ Polokwane → E 47 E 47 to Johannesburg E 47 to Pretoria E 47 to Cape Town E 47 to Durban Johannesburg to Polokwane Pretoria to Polokwane Cape Town to Polokwane

Stop Stopover sign

Halfway point

645.1 km

Mid-route position Road corridor partition

50 / 50

Time partition Start / finish split

7 hrs 34 min • 7 hrs 34 min

Waypoint reference Nearest route marker

Mid-route reference

Vec Consumption & emissions

Consumption & emissions profile

92.7 L needed

Moderate efficiency • 7.2 L/100km baseline

CO2 emitted Estimated tailpipe output

214.2 kg

Fuel mass Approximate tank weight

69.5 kg

Cost per km Based on 95 Petrol

R2.02

Directness index As-the-crow-flies ratio

83.9%

☀ Solar data

Daylight window at Polokwane

06:39 – 17:21

Active daylight

Solar noonHighest sun position

12:00

Total daylightUsable driving light

10 hrs 42 min

Light remainingUntil sunset

4 min

SunriseDawn break

06:39

Fin Tax & wear

Wear & SARS deduction

R5,383.29

Single trip SARS allowance

SARS rate R4.18/km fixed rate

R4.18/km

Tyre wear Estimated tread cost

R25.76

Service wear Oil & filter allocation

R257.57

Total trip wear Excludes fuel & tolls

R5,666.62

Nav Maneuver index

Navigation complexity

Very High (31)

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 E 47 Start: East -33.28339, 26.56237

Midpoint

645.1 km

Total: 1,287.9 km

Midpoint 645.1 km

1,287.9 km 15 hrs 9 min

Destination Polokwane End: Compensatie Street -23.90583, 29.46139

Route sheet

Route class Resolved South Africa route

Province span South Africa

One-way road span 1,287.9 km

Return-cycle span 2,575.7 km

Traversal time 15 hrs 9 min

Maneuver count 35

Maneuver density 2.7 /100 km

Midpoint chainage 645.1 km

Coordinate frame

Start -33.28339, 26.56237

Midpoint -28.78110, 26.71193

End -23.90583, 29.46139

Destination brief

Travelling to Polokwane

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

Signature Limpopo capital hub

Standout Provincial capital with northern-route value

Best for Who this destination suits

Business trip Limpopo base Overnight stop Provincial capital stay

Arrival What to expect on arrival

Airport-side, central-city and N1-adjacent arrivals each create different practical trips, so the exact stop should be named clearly.

Regional base Good base for nearby trips

Use Polokwane as a Limpopo base for provincial business, city services and longer northbound or bushveld-connected road trips.

Destination facts Quick reference details

Polokwane Tourism positions the city as a vibrant capital with attractions and activities

The municipality provides tourism guides and visitor material

The city plays a major service-hub role for Limpopo travel

Route support

Route FAQ

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Questions 9

How far is E 47 from Polokwane? +

E 47 is about 1,287.9 km from Polokwane by road.

How long does it take from E 47 to Polokwane? +

The drive usually takes about 15 hrs 9 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.

Is it possible to drive from E 47 to Polokwane 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 E 47 to Polokwane? +

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 E 47 to Polokwane? +

Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R2,591.71 (R27.95 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R2,601.91 (R28.06 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R2,588.93 (R27.92 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R2,713.18 (R29.26 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.

Are there any tollgates from E 47 to Polokwane? +

Yes. There are 44 tollgates 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. National roads appear in this route, so watch for toll signs and busier sections.

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Distance from E 47 to Polokwane

Places from E 47 to Polokwane

Mugg & Bean

Bean There Coffee Company

Shell Select

Quickshop

Shell Select

Bar Ber Black Sheep

Shell

Shell

Shell Select

Polfyntjie tuisnywerhein home industry

Sungardens Coffee Shop

Bonjour

Bonjour

Quickshop

Shoprite

Shell Select

Shell Select

Shell Select

JBB Meat & Takeaway

Pietersburg Comprehensive School

FNB

Mahindra

Tops

Checkers

Spar

PEP Cell

Betting World

Human Rights Commission

Department of Home Affairs

Ladies Delite

Milano Clothing & Footwear

Wonder Linen

OK Furniture

Westvaal Polokwane Pre-Owned Vehicles

Bradlows

LiquorShop Shoprite

Shoprite

Standard Bank

Capitec Bank

Ultra Dry Cleaner

Westvaal Polokwane

GWM

FNB

Standard Bank

Roots Butchery

Capitec Bank

BB Used

Quickshop

Roads Agency Limpopo

InspectaCar

Mr. Dex

Department of Education

Richfield Graduate Institute of Technology

Shoprite

Office of the Premier

Taberna Dei Moederkampus

Mr Price

OK Furniture

Provincial Treasury

Polokwane Labour Centre

Dada's World Of Hardware

Mica Hardware

Eurotent

Jeppe Education Center

PEP

Pick n Pay

Fair Price

PEP

BestDrive

BB Polokwane Nissan

Furnmart

Rosebank College

Capitec Bank

JAM

Richfield Graduate Institute of Technology

FNB

United Meat @ Chicken

Stepping Stones