Distance from Edgemead to Bloemfontein

N Edgemead → Bloemfontein

Road distance

988.9 km

Provincial mix · N1 / R706

Edgemead to Bloemfontein is a full long-distance road trip, covering about 988.9 km in roughly 10 hrs 52 min.

Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference

899.3 km

Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio

1.10×

Navigation steps Instruction count in route set

Info Travel board

Travel time

10 hrs 52 min

Start point

Wedgewood Close

Return: 21 hrs 45 min

Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration

652 min

Average velocity Distance over route runtime

90.9 km/h

Stop-adjusted ETA 5 planned rest stops

12 hrs 7 min

Fuel Service sign

Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km

93 Petrol R27.95 / litre

R1,989.99

95 Petrol R28.06 / litre

R1,997.83

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🧭 Route vector

Compass bearing

56° NE

Forward azimuth heading

Return heading Reverse azimuth

236° SW

Coordinate delta Lat / Lon shift

North-East

Start coords Origin point

-33.8756, 18.5400

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 9 °C Edgemead Fog View Forecast → 6 °C Bloemfontein Clear Sky View Forecast →

Travel modes

Edgemead → Bloemfontein

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Car

988.9 km

10 hrs 52 min

Road route

🏍️ Estimate

Two-wheeler

988.9 km

~15 hrs 12 min

65 km/h avg

🚗 12 km to Cape Town International
✈ CPT → BFN (1 hr 48 min)
↑ 7 hrs 20 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 899 km from start

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

B 899 km from start

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Hotel Near Bloemfontein

Southern Sun Bloemfontein

Corner of Nelson Mandela and Melville Drive, Brandwag, Bloemfontein, Free State 901 km from start

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

B 901 km from start

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Hotel Near Bloemfontein

City Lodge Hotel Bloemfontein

175 Nelson Mandela Drive, Westdene, Westdene, Bloemfontein, Free State, 9301 899 km from start

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

B 899 km from start

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Route

Route overview

Live map, directions, tolls and route services.

Map Directions Tolls Trip planning

Start Edgemead

Finish Bloemfontein

Map key

Start point

Destination

Driving route

Navigation sign

Turn-by-turn directions

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Directions from Edgemead to Bloemfontein via N1

National highway N1
Directions from Edgemead to Bloemfontein via R706

Provincial road route R706
Head on Wedgewood Close

0.1 km
Turn left onto Farmersfield Road

0.2 km
Turn left onto Downes Way

0.2 km
At the end of the road, turn right onto Louis Thibault Drive

0.1 km
Turn left onto Edgemead Drive

0.7 km
At the roundabout, take the 2nd exit onto Edgemead Drive

0.0 km
Continue onto Edgemead Drive

0.2 km
Continue straight onto Montague Road

0.7 km
Continue slight left onto Wingfield Place

0.1 km
Turn right onto Monte Vista Boulevard

0.3 km
Take the ramp left towards N1

0.6 km
Merge slight right towards Paarl

448.4 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.

Unnamed toll booth near Huguenot

Road: Near Huguenot / N1 corridor

R0.00

Huguenot

Road: Road not linked yet

R54.50

Huguenot

Road: Road not linked yet

R54.50

Huguenot

Road: Road not linked yet

R54.50

Routes ↩ Bloemfontein → Edgemead Edgemead to Johannesburg Edgemead to Pretoria Edgemead to Cape Town Edgemead to Durban Johannesburg to Bloemfontein Pretoria to Bloemfontein Cape Town to Bloemfontein

Stop Stopover sign

Halfway point

494.4 km

Mid-route position Road corridor partition

50 / 50

Time partition Start / finish split

5 hrs 26 min • 5 hrs 26 min

Waypoint reference Nearest route marker

Mid-route reference

Vec Consumption & emissions

Consumption & emissions profile

71.2 L needed

Highly direct • 7.2 L/100km baseline

CO2 emitted Estimated tailpipe output

164.5 kg

Fuel mass Approximate tank weight

53.4 kg

Cost per km Based on 95 Petrol

R2.02

Directness index As-the-crow-flies ratio

90.9%

☀ Solar data

Daylight window at Bloemfontein

07:04 – 17:23

Outside daylight hours

Solar noonHighest sun position

12:14

Total daylightUsable driving light

10 hrs 19 min

Light remainingUntil sunset

14 hrs 12 min

SunriseDawn break

07:04

Fin Tax & wear

Wear & SARS deduction

R4,133.46

Single trip SARS allowance

SARS rate R4.18/km fixed rate

R4.18/km

Tyre wear Estimated tread cost

R19.78

Service wear Oil & filter allocation

R197.77

Total trip wear Excludes fuel & tolls

R4,351.01

Nav Maneuver index

Navigation complexity

Moderate (13)

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 Edgemead Start: Wedgewood Close -33.87557, 18.53995

Midpoint

494.4 km

Total: 988.9 km

Midpoint 494.4 km

988.9 km 653 min

Destination Bloemfontein -29.11640, 26.21550

Route sheet

Route class Resolved South Africa route

Province span South Africa

One-way road span 988.9 km

Return-cycle span 1977.8 km

Traversal time 653 min

Maneuver count 26

Maneuver density 2.6 /100 km

Midpoint chainage 494.4 km

Coordinate frame

Start -33.87557, 18.53995

Midpoint -32.11135, 22.92414

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

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Questions 9

How far is Edgemead from Bloemfontein? +

Edgemead is about 988.9 km from Bloemfontein by road.

How long does it take from Edgemead to Bloemfontein? +

The drive usually takes about 653 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.

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

Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R1,989.99 (R27.95 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R1,997.83 (R28.06 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R1,987.86 (R27.92 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R2,083.26 (R29.26 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.

Are there any tollgates from Edgemead 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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