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Distance from Germiston M2 to Randburg

Germiston M2 to Randburg is a short everyday drive, covering about 31.7 km in roughly 33 min.

N Germiston M2 → Randburg
Road distance
31.7 km
M1 M17 M2 M71
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
23.5 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
1.35×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
24
Info Travel board
Travel time
33 min
Return: 6 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
33 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
57.4 km/h
Stop-adjusted ETA 0 planned rest stops
33 min
Fuel Service sign
Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R53.07
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R53.32
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R59.12
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R59.60
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R70.02
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R70.35
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R78.00
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R78.64
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R92.13
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R92.57
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R102.64
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R103.47
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🧭 Route vector
Compass bearing
311° NW
Forward azimuth heading
Return heading Reverse azimuth
131° SE
Coordinate delta Lat / Lon shift
North-East
Start coords Origin point
-26.2294, 28.1806
End coords Destination point
-26.0914, 28.0021
Taxi Local commuter
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Long-distance caution
Route class Operational trip category
Local shared
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31.7 km 33 min
Start Germiston M2
Finish Randburg
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Start point
Destination
Driving route
Navigation sign

Turn-by-turn directions

↑
  1. Start your journey
    0.1 km
  2. Turn left onto Elsburg Road
    1.0 km
  3. Continue straight onto President Street
    0.3 km
  4. Turn left onto Power Street
    1.0 km
  5. Turn right onto Refinery Road
    1.0 km
  6. Take the ramp straight towards M2
    0.1 km
  7. Continue straight
    12.1 km
  8. Take the exit ramp slight left towards M1: Sandton
    0.8 km
  9. Merge slight left
    2.4 km
  10. Take the exit ramp slight left towards M17: Auckland Park
    0.3 km
  11. Keep slight left at the fork towards M17: Auckland Park
    0.2 km
  12. Go straight onto Empire Road
    0.4 km
  13. Turn slight left towards M71: Emmarentia
    1.3 km
  14. Go straight onto Barry Hertzog Avenue
    4.0 km
  15. Continue straight onto Rustenburg Road
    1.4 km
  16. Continue straight onto 1st Avenue
    1.4 km
  17. At the end of the road, turn right onto Main Street
    0.5 km
  18. At the end of the road, turn left onto Boundary Road
    0.1 km
  19. Turn right onto Maid Marion Avenue
    1.1 km
  20. Turn left onto Kent Avenue
    2.2 km
  21. Turn right onto Sentrum Avenue
    0.1 km
  22. Turn right
    0.0 km
  23. Turn left
    0.0 km
  24. You have arrived at your destination
    0.0 km
Routes ↩ Randburg → Germiston M2 Germiston M2 to Johannesburg Germiston M2 to Pretoria Germiston M2 to Cape Town Germiston M2 to Durban Johannesburg to Randburg Pretoria to Randburg Cape Town to Randburg
Stop Stopover sign
Halfway point
15.9 km
Mid-route position Road corridor partition
50 / 50
Time partition Start / finish split
16 min • 16 min
Waypoint reference Nearest route marker
Mid-route reference
Vec Consumption & emissions
Consumption & emissions profile
2.3 L needed
Moderate efficiency • 7.2 L/100km baseline
CO2 emitted Estimated tailpipe output
5.3 kg
Fuel mass Approximate tank weight
1.7 kg
Cost per km Based on 95 Petrol
R1.68
Directness index As-the-crow-flies ratio
74.2%
☀ Solar data
Daylight window at Randburg
06:32 – 17:36
Outside daylight hours
Solar noonHighest sun position
Total daylightUsable driving light
11 hrs 3 min
Light remainingUntil sunset
16 hrs 52 min
SunriseDawn break
06:32
Fin Tax & wear
Wear & SARS deduction
R132.52
Single trip SARS allowance
SARS rate R4.18/km fixed rate
R4.18/km
Tyre wear Estimated tread cost
R0.63
Service wear Oil & filter allocation
R6.34
Total trip wear Excludes fuel & tolls
R139.49
Nav Maneuver index
Navigation complexity
Moderate (6)
Turn difficulty rating
Roundabouts Multi-path navigation
0
Lane merges Yield required
1
Complex forks Path selection
1
Highway exits Deceleration zones
2
Route atlas

Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

ZA-ATLAS
Origin Germiston M2 -26.22944, 28.18056
Midpoint
15.9 km
Total: 31.7 km
Midpoint 15.9 km
31.7 km 33 min
Destination Randburg -26.09136, 28.00211

Route sheet

Route class Resolved South Africa route
Province span South Africa
One-way road span 31.7 km
Return-cycle span 63.4 km
Traversal time 33 min
Maneuver count 24
Maneuver density 75.7 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 15.9 km

Coordinate frame

Start -26.22944, 28.18056
Midpoint -26.21239, 28.03309
End -26.09136, 28.00211
Destination services

Available in Randburg

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

Service groups 8
Schools Clothing stores Banks Fuel stations and garages Taxi ranks Supermarkets
Nearby category Schools Top 6 nearby matches around Randburg
6
Nearby category Clothing stores Top 6 nearby matches around Randburg
6
  • PEP
    Hendrik Verwoerd Drive, Johannesburg, 2194, Gauteng
  • PEP
    Beyers Naude Drive, Randburg, 2195, Gauteng
  • Woolworths
    79 Rivonia Road, Sandton, 2146
  • Groundcover
    30 4th Avenue
  • PEP
    John Voster Street, Johannesburg, 2156, Gauteng
  • Woolworths
    Northumberland Avenue, Johannesburg, 2194
Nearby category Banks Top 6 nearby matches around Randburg
6
Nearby category Fuel stations and garages Top 6 nearby matches around Randburg
6
Nearby category Taxi ranks Top 1 nearby match around Randburg
1
Nearby category Supermarkets Top 6 nearby matches around Randburg
6
Nearby category Pharmacies Top 1 nearby match around Randburg
1
Nearby category Shopping malls Top 6 nearby matches around Randburg
6
Destination brief

Travelling to Randburg

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

Signature North-west Johannesburg business district
Standout Commercial district with suburban spread
Randburg is not a classic tourist centre, but it matters on route pages because it is a major commercial and residential district with its own business, shopping and stay patterns inside Greater Johannesburg.
Best for Who this destination suits
Business trip Suburban stay Johannesburg district routing Practical city access
Arrival What to expect on arrival
Ferndale, Blairgowrie, Northcliff-edge, Sandton-side and office-park arrivals can all feel different. The district and exact address matter.
Regional base Good base for nearby trips
Use Randburg as a Johannesburg base for business appointments, suburban stays and west-of-Sandton access.
Destination facts Quick reference details
Regional travel information describes Randburg as a fast-growing urban and commercial centre
The district is tied to business, offices and shopping rather than classic city-centre tourism
It works best as a named Johannesburg district, not just a vague metro pin
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Questions 8
How far is Germiston M2 from Randburg? +
Germiston M2 is about 31.7 km from Randburg by road.
How long does it take from Germiston M2 to Randburg? +
The drive usually takes about 33 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from Germiston M2 to Randburg in one day? +
Yes, for many drivers this can be done in one day.
Is taxi available from Germiston M2 to Randburg? +
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 Germiston M2 to Randburg? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R53.07 (R23.25 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R53.32 (R23.36 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R59.12 (R25.90 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R59.60 (R26.11 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from Germiston M2 to Randburg? +
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

: Sandton
From Germiston M2 To Randburg
Pretoria
From Germiston M2 To Randburg
: Auckland Park
From Germiston M2 To Randburg
: Emmarentia
From Germiston M2 To Randburg

Route Locations

Start area
Germiston M2, Gauteng
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available
Destination area
Randburg
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available

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