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Distance from E42 N1 to Paarl

E42 N1 to Paarl is a short everyday drive, covering about 13.7 km in roughly 13 min.

N E42 N1 → Paarl
Road distance
13.7 km
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
11.9 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
1.15×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
7
Info Travel board
Travel time
13 min
Start point
Huguenot Tunnel
End point
Lady Grey Street
Return: 27 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
13 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
59.5 km/h
Stop-adjusted ETA 0 planned rest stops
13 min
Fuel Service sign
Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R22.95
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R23.06
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R25.56
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R25.77
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R30.28
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R30.42
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R33.73
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R34.00
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R39.84
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R40.03
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R44.38
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R44.74
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🧭 Route vector
Compass bearing
271° W
Forward azimuth heading
Return heading Reverse azimuth
91° E
Coordinate delta Lat / Lon shift
North-East
Start coords Origin point
-33.7323, 19.0926
End coords Destination point
-33.7310, 18.9642
Taxi Local commuter
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Route class Operational trip category
Local shared
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Start, destination and route line.

13.7 km 13 min
Start E42 N1
Finish Paarl
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Start point
Destination
Driving route
Navigation sign

Turn-by-turn directions

↑
  1. Head on Huguenot Tunnel
    7.7 km
  2. Take the exit ramp slight left towards Sonstraal Road
    0.3 km
  3. Turn right onto Sonstraal Road
    0.5 km
  4. Turn left onto Klein Drakenstein Road
    3.6 km
  5. Turn left onto Jan van Riebeeck Drive
    0.3 km
  6. Turn right onto Lady Grey Street
    1.3 km
  7. You have arrived at your destination
    0.0 km
Navigation sign

Tolls on this route

R
Tolls found 4
Known total R163.50
Main toll road N1
This route includes 4 toll points from our database. The strongest toll-road match is N1.
Huguenot
Road: Road not linked yet
R54.50
Huguenot
Road: Road not linked yet
R54.50
Huguenot
Road: Road not linked yet
R54.50
Unnamed toll booth near Huguenot
Road: Near Huguenot / N1 corridor
R0.00
Routes ↩ Paarl → E42 N1 E42 N1 to Johannesburg E42 N1 to Pretoria E42 N1 to Cape Town E42 N1 to Durban Johannesburg to Paarl Pretoria to Paarl Cape Town to Paarl
Stop Stopover sign
Halfway point
6.8 km
Western Cape
Mid-route position Road corridor partition
50 / 50
Time partition Start / finish split
6 min • 6 min
Waypoint reference Nearest route marker
Western Cape
Vec Consumption & emissions
Consumption & emissions profile
1.0 L needed
Highly direct • 7.2 L/100km baseline
CO2 emitted Estimated tailpipe output
2.3 kg
Fuel mass Approximate tank weight
0.7 kg
Cost per km Based on 95 Petrol
R1.68
Directness index As-the-crow-flies ratio
86.6%
☀ Solar data
Daylight window at Paarl
07:19 – 18:01
Outside daylight hours
Solar noonHighest sun position
Total daylightUsable driving light
10 hrs 41 min
Light remainingUntil sunset
Expired
SunriseDawn break
07:19
Fin Tax & wear
Wear & SARS deduction
R57.30
Single trip SARS allowance
SARS rate R4.18/km fixed rate
R4.18/km
Tyre wear Estimated tread cost
R0.27
Service wear Oil & filter allocation
R2.74
Total trip wear Excludes fuel & tolls
R60.32
Nav Maneuver index
Navigation complexity
Low (1)
Turn difficulty rating
Roundabouts Multi-path navigation
0
Lane merges Yield required
0
Complex forks Path selection
0
Highway exits Deceleration zones
1
Route atlas

Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

ZA-ATLAS
Origin E42 N1 Start: Huguenot Tunnel -33.73232, 19.09264
Midpoint
6.8 km
Total: 13.7 km
Midpoint 6.8 km
13.7 km 13 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 13.7 km
Return-cycle span 27.4 km
Traversal time 13 min
Maneuver count 7
Maneuver density 51.1 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 6.8 km

Coordinate frame

Start -33.73232, 19.09264
Midpoint -33.74437, 19.02699
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 E42 N1 from Paarl? +
E42 N1 is about 13.7 km from Paarl by road.
How long does it take from E42 N1 to Paarl? +
The drive usually takes about 13 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from E42 N1 to Paarl in one day? +
Yes, for many drivers this can be done in one day.
Is taxi available from E42 N1 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 E42 N1 to Paarl? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R22.95 (R23.25 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R23.06 (R23.36 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R25.56 (R25.90 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R25.77 (R26.11 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from E42 N1 to Paarl? +
Yes. There are 4 tollgates currently matched for this route.
What is the route verdict for this trip? +
Easy local trip: This looks like a short and simple trip for most drivers.
Is there a road note for this route? +
This is mostly a short local route. This route looks more local or regional, but always check signs and road conditions on the day.
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Towns along the route

Huguenot Tunnel
From E42 N1 To Paarl

Route Locations

Start area
E42 N1, 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

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