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Distance from Heathrow N1 to Pretoria

Heathrow N1 to Pretoria is a short everyday drive, covering about 21.9 km in roughly 21 min.

N Heathrow N1 → Pretoria
Road distance
21.9 km
N1 R21
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
15.4 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
1.42×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
17
Info Travel board
Travel time
21 min
Start point
Heathrow Street
End point
Church Square
Return: 43 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
21 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
60.1 km/h
Stop-adjusted ETA 0 planned rest stops
21 min
Fuel Service sign
Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R36.70
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R36.87
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R40.88
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R41.21
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R48.42
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R48.65
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R53.94
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R54.38
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R63.71
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R64.02
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R70.98
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R71.55
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🧭 Route vector
Compass bearing
359° N
Forward azimuth heading
Return heading Reverse azimuth
179° S
Coordinate delta Lat / Lon shift
North-East
Start coords Origin point
-25.8845, 28.1904
End coords Destination point
-25.7459, 28.1879
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Route class Operational trip category
Local shared
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Route overview

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21.9 km 21 min
Start Heathrow N1
Finish Pretoria
Map key
Start point
Destination
Driving route
Navigation sign

Turn-by-turn directions

↑
  1. Head on Heathrow Street
    0.1 km
  2. Turn right onto Logan Avenue
    1.4 km
  3. Turn left onto John Vorster Drive
    1.2 km
  4. Take the ramp left towards N1: Polokwane
    0.8 km
  5. Merge slight right
    5.6 km
  6. Take the exit ramp slight left towards R21 North Toll
    0.3 km
  7. Keep slight left at the fork towards R21 North Toll: Pretoria
    1.3 km
  8. Merge slight right onto Albertina Sisulu Freeway
    7.0 km
  9. Continue straight onto Fountains Circle
    0.1 km
  10. Continue straight onto Nelson Mandela Drive
    1.1 km
  11. Turn slight left onto Railway Street
    1.1 km
  12. Turn left onto Scheiding Street
    0.3 km
  13. Continue right onto Bosman Street
    1.1 km
  14. Turn right onto Church Street
    0.2 km
  15. Turn right onto Paul Kruger Street
    0.1 km
  16. Turn sharp left onto Church Square
    0.2 km
  17. You have arrived at your destination
    0.0 km
Navigation sign

Tolls on this route

R
Tolls found 2
Known total R0.00
Main toll road N1
This route includes 2 toll points from our database. The strongest toll-road match is N1. 2 Gauteng open-road / gantry toll points are shown as R0.00 because GFIP e-toll charging ended from 12 April 2024.
Unnamed e-Toll gantry near -25.848, 28.229
Road: GFIP / Gauteng e-Toll network
R0.00
Unnamed e-Toll gantry near -25.820, 28.239
Road: GFIP / Gauteng e-Toll network
R0.00
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Stop Stopover sign
Halfway point
11.0 km
Mid-route position Road corridor partition
50 / 50
Time partition Start / finish split
10 min • 10 min
Waypoint reference Nearest route marker
Mid-route reference
Vec Consumption & emissions
Consumption & emissions profile
1.6 L needed
Moderate efficiency • 7.2 L/100km baseline
CO2 emitted Estimated tailpipe output
3.6 kg
Fuel mass Approximate tank weight
1.2 kg
Cost per km Based on 95 Petrol
R1.68
Directness index As-the-crow-flies ratio
70.3%
☀ Solar data
Daylight window at Pretoria
06:30 – 17:37
Active daylight
Solar noonHighest sun position
Total daylightUsable driving light
11 hrs 7 min
Light remainingUntil sunset
6 hrs 11 min
SunriseDawn break
06:30
Fin Tax & wear
Wear & SARS deduction
R91.64
Single trip SARS allowance
SARS rate R4.18/km fixed rate
R4.18/km
Tyre wear Estimated tread cost
R0.44
Service wear Oil & filter allocation
R4.38
Total trip wear Excludes fuel & tolls
R96.46
Nav Maneuver index
Navigation complexity
Moderate (7)
Turn difficulty rating
Roundabouts Multi-path navigation
0
Lane merges Yield required
2
Complex forks Path selection
1
Highway exits Deceleration zones
1
Route atlas

Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

ZA-ATLAS
Origin Heathrow N1 Start: Heathrow Street -25.88454, 28.19043
Midpoint
11.0 km
Total: 21.9 km
Midpoint 11.0 km
21.9 km 21 min
Destination Pretoria End: Church Square -25.74593, 28.18791

Route sheet

Route class Resolved South Africa route
Province span South Africa
One-way road span 21.9 km
Return-cycle span 43.8 km
Traversal time 21 min
Maneuver count 17
Maneuver density 77.5 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 11.0 km

Coordinate frame

Start -25.88454, 28.19043
Midpoint -25.82020, 28.23858
End -25.74593, 28.18791
Destination services

Available in Pretoria

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 Pretoria
6
Nearby category Clothing stores Top 6 nearby matches around Pretoria
6
  • PEP
    14 Bureau Avenue, Pretoria, 0002, Gauteng
  • Mr Price
    Thabo Sehume Street, Pretoria, 0002
  • PEP
    Pretoria, 0002, Gauteng
  • Mr Price
    Helen Joseph Street, Pretoria
  • Truworths
    Pretoria
  • PEP
    275 Church Street, Pretoria, 0002, Gauteng
Nearby category Banks Top 6 nearby matches around Pretoria
6
Nearby category Fuel stations and garages Top 5 nearby matches around Pretoria
5
Nearby category Taxi ranks Top 1 nearby match around Pretoria
1
Nearby category Supermarkets Top 6 nearby matches around Pretoria
6
Nearby category Pharmacies Top 3 nearby matches around Pretoria
3
  • Clicks
    Pretorius Street, Pretoria
  • Clicks
    Bosman Street
  • Dis-Chem
    Shop B03 Kirkness Street, Pretoria, 0002
Nearby category Shopping malls Top 6 nearby matches around Pretoria
6
Destination brief

Travelling to Tshwane / Pretoria

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

Signature Capital city and cultural core
Standout Monuments, government and a wider Tshwane spread
Pretoria is strongest as part of the wider Tshwane capital area, where government, museums, monuments and different suburban nodes create a broader destination than the historic centre alone.
Best for Who this destination suits
Government travel Museums and monuments City stay Business travel
Arrival What to expect on arrival
Union Buildings, Hatfield, Menlyn, Centurion-side travel and the old core are different arrivals. Naming the exact zone matters.
Regional base Good base for nearby trips
Use Pretoria and the wider Tshwane area for government travel, heritage stops, conferences and north-Gauteng city stays.
Destination facts Quick reference details
Visit Tshwane describes the city as cultural and cosmopolitan
The destination combines grand architecture and museums
Five major highways feed into the wider Tshwane area
Route support

Route FAQ

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Questions 8
How far is Heathrow N1 from Pretoria? +
Heathrow N1 is about 21.9 km from Pretoria by road.
How long does it take from Heathrow N1 to Pretoria? +
The drive usually takes about 21 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from Heathrow N1 to Pretoria in one day? +
Yes, for many drivers this can be done in one day.
Is taxi available from Heathrow N1 to Pretoria? +
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 Heathrow N1 to Pretoria? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R36.70 (R23.25 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R36.87 (R23.36 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R40.88 (R25.90 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R41.21 (R26.11 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from Heathrow N1 to Pretoria? +
Yes. There are 2 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. National roads appear in this route, so watch for toll signs and busier sections.
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Towns along the route

: Polokwane
From Heathrow N1 To Pretoria
Toll
From Heathrow N1 To Pretoria
Toll: Kempton Park
From Heathrow N1 To Pretoria
O R Tambo International
From Heathrow N1 To Pretoria
Toll: Pretoria
From Heathrow N1 To Pretoria
Fountains Circle
From Heathrow N1 To Pretoria
Church Square
From Heathrow N1 To Pretoria

Route Locations

Start area
Irene, Gauteng
Suburb: Zwartkop
Road: Heathrow Street
Postal code: 1615
Destination area
Pretoria
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available

Postal codes

Heathrow N1
1615
Pretoria
Not available

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