Distance from E40 Namen to Kimberley

This route includes 6 toll points from our database. The strongest toll-road match is N12. 3 Gauteng open-road / gantry toll points are shown as R0.00 because GFIP e-toll charging ended from 12 April 2024.

e-Toll Sunbird

Road: Road not linked yet

R0.00

e-Toll Ihobe

Road: Road not linked yet

R0.00

Unnamed e-Toll gantry near -26.263, 27.976

Road: GFIP / Gauteng e-Toll network

R0.00

e-Toll Ivusi

Road: Road not linked yet

R0.00

Unnamed e-Toll gantry near -26.268, 27.950

Road: GFIP / Gauteng e-Toll network

R0.00

Unnamed e-Toll gantry near -25.939, 28.140

Road: GFIP / Gauteng e-Toll network

R0.00

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Stop Stopover sign

Halfway point

268.7 km

Mid-route position Road corridor partition

50 / 50

Time partition Start / finish split

3 hrs 13 min • 3 hrs 13 min

Waypoint reference Nearest route marker

Mid-route reference

Vec Consumption & emissions

Consumption & emissions profile

38.7 L needed

Highly direct • 7.2 L/100km baseline

CO2 emitted Estimated tailpipe output

89.3 kg

Fuel mass Approximate tank weight

29.0 kg

Cost per km Based on 95 Petrol

R2.02

Directness index As-the-crow-flies ratio

87.7%

☀ Solar data

Daylight window at Kimberley

07:11 – 17:30

Active daylight

Solar noonHighest sun position

12:21

Total daylightUsable driving light

10 hrs 19 min

Light remainingUntil sunset

9 hrs 2 min

SunriseDawn break

07:11

Fin Tax & wear

Wear & SARS deduction

R2,244.46

Single trip SARS allowance

SARS rate R4.18/km fixed rate

R4.18/km

Tyre wear Estimated tread cost

R10.74

Service wear Oil & filter allocation

R107.39

Total trip wear Excludes fuel & tolls

R2,362.59

Nav Maneuver index

Navigation complexity

Moderate (14)

Turn difficulty rating

Roundabouts Multi-path navigation

Lane merges Yield required

Complex forks Path selection

Highway exits Deceleration zones

Route atlas

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Route sheet

ZA-ATLAS

Origin E40 Namen Start: Namen Street -25.74835, 28.13634

Midpoint

268.7 km

Total: 537.0 km

Midpoint 268.7 km

537.0 km 6 hrs 26 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 537.0 km

Return-cycle span 1,073.9 km

Traversal time 6 hrs 26 min

Maneuver count 24

Maneuver density 4.5 /100 km

Midpoint chainage 268.7 km

Coordinate frame

Start -25.74835, 28.13634

Midpoint -26.97543, 26.26409

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

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How far is E40 Namen from Kimberley? +

E40 Namen is about 537.0 km from Kimberley by road.

How long does it take from E40 Namen to Kimberley? +

The drive usually takes about 6 hrs 26 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.

Is it possible to drive from E40 Namen to Kimberley in one day? +

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

Is taxi available from E40 Namen 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 E40 Namen to Kimberley? +

Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R1,080.56 (R27.95 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R1,084.81 (R28.06 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R1,079.40 (R27.92 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R1,131.21 (R29.26 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.

Are there any tollgates from E40 Namen to Kimberley? +

Yes. There are 6 tollgates currently matched for this route.

What is the route verdict for this trip? +

Heavy long-distance trip: This is a serious road trip. Start early, plan rest stops, and consider whether an overnight stay makes more sense.

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 E40 Namen to Kimberley

Places from E40 Namen to Kimberley

Corner Bakery

Shell

Shell

Shell

Bar Ber Black Sheep

Quickshop

Bean There Coffee Company

Shell

Shell

Checkers

Bonjour

Bonjour

Fourways Supermarket

Shell Select

Shell

Shell

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

Shell Select

Shell

Bonjour

Shell

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

Shell Select

Shell Select

Shoprite

Pick n Pay

Pick n Pay Express

B B Supermarket

Sasol Delight

Shell Select

Shell Select

StayEasy Pretoria

Southern Sun Pretoria

Protea Hotel Pretoria Loftus Park

Protea Hotel Johannesburg Wanderers

54 on Bath

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