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Distance from Foreshore N1 to Cape Town

Foreshore N1 to Cape Town is a short everyday drive, covering about 3.3 km in roughly 6 min.

N Foreshore N1 → Cape Town
Road distance
3.3 km
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
2.0 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
1.59×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
10
Info Travel board
Travel time
6 min
Start point
Old Marine Drive
End point
Gallery Lane
Return: 12 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
6 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
31.9 km/h
Stop-adjusted ETA 0 planned rest stops
6 min
Fuel Service sign
Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R5.46
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R5.49
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R6.08
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R6.13
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R7.20
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R7.24
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R8.03
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R8.09
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R9.48
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R9.52
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R10.56
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R10.65
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🧭 Route vector
Compass bearing
251° WSW
Forward azimuth heading
Return heading Reverse azimuth
71° ENE
Coordinate delta Lat / Lon shift
South-West
Start coords Origin point
-33.9230, 18.4382
End coords Destination point
-33.9288, 18.4172
Taxi Local commuter
Taxi fare estimate
Check local taxi rank
Long-distance caution
Route class Operational trip category
Local shared
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3.3 km 6 min
Start Foreshore N1
Finish Cape Town
Map key
Start point
Destination
Driving route
Navigation sign

Turn-by-turn directions

↑
  1. Head on Old Marine Drive
    1.0 km
  2. Turn right onto Civic Road
    0.1 km
  3. Turn left onto Hertzog Boulevard
    0.5 km
  4. Go straight onto Heerengracht Boulevard
    0.2 km
  5. Keep slight left at the fork onto Adderley Street
    0.7 km
  6. Turn left onto Bureau Street
    0.2 km
  7. Turn right onto Plein Street
    0.3 km
  8. Continue straight onto Saint Johns Road
    0.2 km
  9. Turn right onto Gallery Lane
    0.1 km
  10. You have arrived at your destination
    0.0 km
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Stop Stopover sign
Halfway point
1.6 km
Mid-route position Road corridor partition
50 / 50
Time partition Start / finish split
3 min • 3 min
Waypoint reference Nearest route marker
Mid-route reference
Vec Consumption & emissions
Consumption & emissions profile
0.2 L needed
Low efficiency • 7.2 L/100km baseline
CO2 emitted Estimated tailpipe output
0.5 kg
Fuel mass Approximate tank weight
0.2 kg
Cost per km Based on 95 Petrol
R1.68
Directness index As-the-crow-flies ratio
62.7%
☀ Solar data
Daylight window at Cape Town
07:21 – 18:04
Outside daylight hours
Solar noonHighest sun position
Total daylightUsable driving light
10 hrs 42 min
Light remainingUntil sunset
14 hrs 34 min
SunriseDawn break
07:21
Fin Tax & wear
Wear & SARS deduction
R13.63
Single trip SARS allowance
SARS rate R4.18/km fixed rate
R4.18/km
Tyre wear Estimated tread cost
R0.07
Service wear Oil & filter allocation
R0.65
Total trip wear Excludes fuel & tolls
R14.35
Nav Maneuver index
Navigation complexity
Low (2)
Turn difficulty rating
Roundabouts Multi-path navigation
0
Lane merges Yield required
0
Complex forks Path selection
1
Highway exits Deceleration zones
0
Route atlas

Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

ZA-ATLAS
Origin Foreshore N1 Start: Old Marine Drive -33.92295, 18.43824
Midpoint
1.6 km
Total: 3.3 km
Midpoint 1.6 km
3.3 km 6 min
Destination Cape Town End: Gallery Lane -33.92883, 18.41722

Route sheet

Route class Resolved South Africa route
Province span South Africa
One-way road span 3.3 km
Return-cycle span 6.5 km
Traversal time 6 min
Maneuver count 10
Maneuver density 306.6 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 1.6 km

Coordinate frame

Start -33.92295, 18.43824
Midpoint -33.91923, 18.42655
End -33.92883, 18.41722
Destination services

Available in Cape Town

Useful places near your destination, from everyday essentials to local stops that can help you settle in faster when you arrive.

Service groups 7
Schools Clothing stores Banks Fuel stations and garages Supermarkets Pharmacies
Nearby category Schools Top 6 nearby matches around Cape Town
6
Nearby category Clothing stores Top 6 nearby matches around Cape Town
6
Nearby category Banks Top 6 nearby matches around Cape Town
6
Nearby category Fuel stations and garages Top 6 nearby matches around Cape Town
6
  • Shell
    1 Orange Street, Cape Town, 8001, Western Cape
  • Shell Select
    130 Buitenkant Street, Cape Town, 8001, Western Cape
  • Shell
    Cape Town, 8001, Western Cape
  • Shell Select
    8001, Western Cape
  • Shell
    Main Road, Sea Point, Cape Town, 8005, Western Cape
  • Shell Select
    8005, Western Cape
Nearby category Supermarkets Top 6 nearby matches around Cape Town
6
Nearby category Pharmacies Top 2 nearby matches around Cape Town
2
Nearby category Shopping malls Top 6 nearby matches around Cape Town
6
Destination brief

Travelling to Cape Town

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

Signature Mother City
Standout Table Mountain, coast and neighbourhood variety
Cape Town combines mountain, ocean and sharply different neighbourhoods in a way few South African cities can match, which is why the exact district matters almost as much as the city name itself.
Best for Who this destination suits
City break Food and culture Beach trip Conference travel
Arrival What to expect on arrival
A CBD arrival is not the same trip as Camps Bay, Sea Point, Century City, the southern suburbs or the airport side. Choose the exact district before departure.
Local pulse
Cape Town Tourism continues to actively promote current events, deals and trip-planning tools, which makes live city timing relevant to route planning.
Updated: 2026-04-08 · Source: Cape Town Tourism
Regional base Good base for nearby trips
Use Cape Town as a base for urban sightseeing, Atlantic and False Bay coast days, Winelands links and longer Western Cape touring.
Destination facts Quick reference details
Cape Town Tourism offers trip-planning tools for places to stay, eat and see
The city works for both leisure and conference travel
Neighbourhood choice strongly shapes the trip
Route support

Route FAQ

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Questions 8
How far is Foreshore N1 from Cape Town? +
Foreshore N1 is about 3.3 km from Cape Town by road.
How long does it take from Foreshore N1 to Cape Town? +
The drive usually takes about 6 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from Foreshore N1 to Cape Town in one day? +
Yes, for many drivers this can be done in one day.
Is taxi available from Foreshore N1 to Cape Town? +
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 Foreshore N1 to Cape Town? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R5.46 (R23.25 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R5.49 (R23.36 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R6.08 (R25.90 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R6.13 (R26.11 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from Foreshore N1 to Cape Town? +
No tollgates are 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

Hertzog Boulevard
From Foreshore N1 To Cape Town
Heerengracht Boulevard
From Foreshore N1 To Cape Town
Gallery Lane
From Foreshore N1 To Cape Town

Route Locations

Start area
Foreshore N1, Western Cape
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available
Destination area
Cape Town
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available

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Reverse route and related trips

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