Distance from E45 to Bloemfontein

N E45 → Bloemfontein

Road distance

1,001.5 km

Provincial mix · M7 / N1 / R706

E45 to Bloemfontein is a full long-distance road trip, covering about 1,001.5 km in roughly 11 hrs 2 min.

Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference

905.2 km

Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio

1.11×

Navigation steps Instruction count in route set

Info Travel board

Travel time

11 hrs 2 min

Return: 22 hrs 4 min

Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration

662 min

Average velocity Distance over route runtime

90.7 km/h

Stop-adjusted ETA 5 planned rest stops

12 hrs 17 min

Fuel Service sign

Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km

93 Petrol R27.95 / litre

R2,015.38

95 Petrol R28.06 / litre

R2,023.31

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🧭 Route vector

Compass bearing

55° NE

Forward azimuth heading

Return heading Reverse azimuth

235° SW

Coordinate delta Lat / Lon shift

North-East

Start coords Origin point

-33.9956, 18.5613

End coords Destination point

-29.1164, 26.2155

Taxi Transport options

Shared taxi fare

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Long-distance caution

Route class Operational trip category

Long-distance

Operator type Service format

Minibus taxi

Weather 15 °C E45 Cloudy View Forecast → 16 °C Bloemfontein Partly Cloudy View Forecast →

Travel modes

E45 → Bloemfontein

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Car

1,001.5 km

11 hrs 2 min

Road route

🏍️ Estimate

Two-wheeler

1,001.5 km

~15 hrs 24 min

65 km/h avg

🚗 5 km to Cape Town International
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↑ 7 hrs 38 min faster than driving · Search →

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Hotel Near Bloemfontein

Protea Hotel Bloemfontein Willow Lake

101 Henry Street, Willows, Willows, Bloemfontein, Free State, 9301 905 km from start

"Protea Hotel Bloemfontein Willow Lake offers a stay that feels convenient withou…"

B 905 km from start

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Hotel Near Bloemfontein

City Lodge Hotel Bloemfontein

175 Nelson Mandela Drive, Westdene, Westdene, Bloemfontein, Free State, 9301 905 km from start

"City Lodge Hotel Bloemfontein offers comfortable, convenient accommodation in th…"

B 905 km from start

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Hotel Near Bloemfontein

Southern Sun Bloemfontein

Corner of Nelson Mandela and Melville Drive, Brandwag, Bloemfontein, Free State 907 km from start

"Southern Sun Bloemfontein is a well-known hotel in Brandwag, Bloemfontein, with …"

B 907 km from start

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Route

Route overview

Live map, directions, tolls and route services.

Map Directions Tolls Trip planning

Start E45

Finish Bloemfontein

Map key

Start point

Destination

Driving route

Navigation sign

Turn-by-turn directions

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Directions from E45 to Bloemfontein via N1

National highway N1
Directions from E45 to Bloemfontein via M7

Metro arterial route M7
Directions from E45 to Bloemfontein via R706

Provincial road route R706
Start your journey

0.0 km
Turn left

0.1 km
Turn right onto Qabazi Drive

0.4 km
Turn right onto Steve Biko Drive

0.9 km
Turn right onto Govan Mbeki Road

0.8 km
Turn left onto Duinefontein Road

0.6 km
Take the ramp straight towards M7

0.6 km
Merge slight right onto Jakes Gerwel Drive

1.7 km
Turn left onto Cape Flats Freeway

6.3 km
Continue straight onto Kuils River Freeway

14.9 km
Keep slight right at the fork towards N1: Paarl

1.5 km
Merge slight right onto N1 Freeway

436.5 km
At the roundabout, take the 3rd exit onto Donkin Street

0.1 km
Continue onto Donkin Street

2.0 km
Continue straight

527.7 km
Take the exit ramp slight left towards R706: Curie Avenue

0.4 km
Turn right onto Curie Avenue towards Fauna

2.4 km
Turn slight left

0.1 km
Turn right towards R706

0.1 km
Go straight onto Curie Avenue

2.0 km
Continue straight onto Kolbe Avenue

1.1 km
Continue straight onto President Boshoff Street

0.5 km
Continue straight onto Markgraaff Street

0.5 km
Turn right onto Merriam Makeba Street

0.2 km
Turn right

0.1 km
You have arrived at your destination

0.0 km

Navigation sign

Tolls on this route

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 ↩ Bloemfontein → E45 E45 to Johannesburg E45 to Pretoria E45 to Cape Town E45 to Durban Johannesburg to Bloemfontein Pretoria to Bloemfontein Cape Town to Bloemfontein

Stop Stopover sign

Halfway point

500.7 km

Mid-route position Road corridor partition

50 / 50

Time partition Start / finish split

5 hrs 31 min • 5 hrs 31 min

Waypoint reference Nearest route marker

Mid-route reference

Vec Consumption & emissions

Consumption & emissions profile

72.1 L needed

Highly direct • 7.2 L/100km baseline

CO2 emitted Estimated tailpipe output

166.6 kg

Fuel mass Approximate tank weight

54.1 kg

Cost per km Based on 95 Petrol

R2.02

Directness index As-the-crow-flies ratio

90.4%

☀ Solar data

Daylight window at Bloemfontein

07:03 – 17:23

Active daylight

Solar noonHighest sun position

12:13

Total daylightUsable driving light

10 hrs 20 min

Light remainingUntil sunset

7 hrs 16 min

SunriseDawn break

07:03

Fin Tax & wear

Wear & SARS deduction

R4,186.19

Single trip SARS allowance

SARS rate R4.18/km fixed rate

R4.18/km

Tyre wear Estimated tread cost

R20.03

Service wear Oil & filter allocation

R200.30

Total trip wear Excludes fuel & tolls

R4,406.52

Nav Maneuver index

Navigation complexity

Moderate (12)

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 E45 -33.99557, 18.56125

Midpoint

500.7 km

Total: 1,001.5 km

Midpoint 500.7 km

1,001.5 km 11 hrs 2 min

Destination Bloemfontein -29.11640, 26.21550

Route sheet

Route class Resolved South Africa route

Province span South Africa

One-way road span 1,001.5 km

Return-cycle span 2,003.0 km

Traversal time 11 hrs 2 min

Maneuver count 26

Maneuver density 2.6 /100 km

Midpoint chainage 500.7 km

Coordinate frame

Start -33.99557, 18.56125

Midpoint -32.15306, 22.88159

End -29.11640, 26.21550

Destination brief

Travelling to Bloemfontein

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

Signature Relaxed central city

Standout Central location with an easier urban rhythm

Bloemfontein works for travellers who want a real city stop without the pressure and scale of the biggest metros, which is part of why it remains such a useful central inland overnight.

Best for Who this destination suits

Central stopover Family city stay Meeting point Working overnight

Arrival What to expect on arrival

The city is easier to cross than larger metros, but the final suburb or hotel still matters if the stop is short or part of a longer inland drive.

Regional base Good base for nearby trips

Use Bloemfontein as a central inland break for overnight travel, meetings, family visits and practical route resets.

Destination facts Quick reference details

Bloemfontein tourism emphasises a slower pace and lower-stress urban feel

The city can be crossed relatively quickly compared with larger metros

Its central position helps make it a common meeting and stopover point

Route support

Route FAQ

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Questions 9

How far is E45 from Bloemfontein? +

E45 is about 1,001.5 km from Bloemfontein by road.

How long does it take from E45 to Bloemfontein? +

The drive usually takes about 11 hrs 2 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.

Is it possible to drive from E45 to Bloemfontein 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 E45 to Bloemfontein? +

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 E45 to Bloemfontein? +

Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R2,015.38 (R27.95 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R2,023.31 (R28.06 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R2,013.22 (R27.92 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R2,109.84 (R29.26 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.

Are there any tollgates from E45 to Bloemfontein? +

Yes. There are 4 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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Places from E45 to Bloemfontein

Shell

Bonjour

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Quickshop

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Checkers

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Bonjour

Dream Supermarket

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Mugg & Bean

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Saldan Building

Free State Department of Education

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Shoprite

Edgars

Pick n Pay

Loch Logan Mall

Shoprite

Shell Select

Spitz

Orange County KTM

Cash Crusaders Bloem Plaza

PEP

Ons Winkel

PEP

Boxer

Nedbank

FNB

Visalink Germany

Shell Select

Microzone

Monate Cash & Carry

Desley

Sidz Motorcycles

Dream Supermarket

Southern Sun Bloemfontein

Protea Hotel Bloemfontein Willow Lake

City Lodge Hotel Bloemfontein

St. Andrews Pre Primary

Haasbekkie Pre-Primary

Fashion World

Bonjour

Truworths

St. Andrew's

Foschini Mimosa Mall

Clover RBC

Sentraal Pre-Primary School

Free State School of Nursing

Mimosa Mall

Mugg & Bean

Sentraal Primary School

Quickshop

Castle Bridge School

Bridal Emporium

Shell Select

Adendorff

Adenddorf machinery mart

Vermeulen Verf

D.I.Y. Superstore

Gas Market Bloemfontein

Quantum cigarettes

Standard Bank

Shell Select

Shell Select

Body by Design

City Bug Bloemfontein

TGS Shopping Center

Shell Select

LBJ Technology Solutions

The Paper Garden Bookshelf

3MS SEO Bloemfontein

Samba Co-operation

Marlin Brokers

Man Cave Barber Shop