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Distance from Irene to Polokwane

Irene to Polokwane is a solid inter-town journey, covering about 271.7 km in roughly 2 hrs 58 min.

N Irene → Polokwane
Road distance
271.7 km
N1
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
251.7 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
1.08×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
17
Info Travel board
Travel time
2 hrs 58 min
Start point
Stanley Road
End point
Compensatie Street
Return: 5 hrs 56 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
178 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
91.4 km/h
Stop-adjusted ETA 1 planned rest stop
3 hrs 13 min
Fuel Service sign
Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R454.87
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R457.02
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R506.71
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R510.82
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R600.17
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R603.01
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R668.58
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R674.00
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R789.70
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R793.44
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R879.71
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R886.84
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🧭 Route vector
Compass bearing
30° NNE
Forward azimuth heading
Return heading Reverse azimuth
210° SSW
Coordinate delta Lat / Lon shift
North-East
Start coords Origin point
-25.8684, 28.2180
End coords Destination point
-23.9058, 29.4614
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Long-distance caution
Route class Operational trip category
Local shared
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Start, destination and route line.

271.7 km 178 min
Start Irene
Finish Polokwane
Map key
Start point
Destination
Driving route
Navigation sign

Turn-by-turn directions

↑
  1. Head on Stanley Road
    0.1 km
  2. Turn right onto Krige Lane
    0.5 km
  3. Turn left onto Wellington Road
    0.1 km
  4. Turn right onto Queen Street
    0.2 km
  5. Turn right onto Alexandra Road
    0.5 km
  6. Turn left onto Botha Avenue
    0.5 km
  7. Turn right towards N1: Polokwane
    0.4 km
  8. Merge slight right
    157.6 km
  9. Keep slight right at the fork
    104.7 km
  10. Take the exit ramp slight left
    2.0 km
  11. Go straight
    2.7 km
  12. At the roundabout, take the 2nd exit onto Grobler Street
    0.0 km
  13. Continue onto Grobler Street
    0.3 km
  14. Keep slight left at the fork onto Grobler Street
    0.1 km
  15. Go straight onto Grobler Street
    1.8 km
  16. Turn left onto Compensatie Street
    0.2 km
  17. You have arrived at your destination
    0.0 km
Navigation sign

Tolls on this route

R
Tolls found 28
Known total R1,007.00
Main toll road N1
This route includes 28 toll points from our database. The strongest toll-road match is N1. 3 Gauteng open-road / gantry toll points are shown as R0.00 because GFIP e-toll charging ended from 12 April 2024.
Carousel
Road: Road not linked yet
R75.00
Nyl
Road: Road not linked yet
R79.50
e-Toll Gantry TG001
Road: GFIP / Gauteng e-Toll network
R0.00
Kranskop
Road: Road not linked yet
R61.50
Nyl
Road: Road not linked yet
R79.50
Kranskop
Road: Road not linked yet
R61.50
Nyl
Road: Road not linked yet
R79.50
Kranskop
Road: Road not linked yet
R61.50
Nyl
Road: Road not linked yet
R79.50
Kranskop
Road: Road not linked yet
R61.50
Unnamed e-Toll gantry near -25.819, 28.254
Road: GFIP / Gauteng e-Toll network
R0.00
Carousel
Road: Road not linked yet
R75.00
Pumulani
Road: Road not linked yet
R16.50
Zambesi
Road: Road not linked yet
R15.00
Pumulani
Road: Road not linked yet
R16.50
Zambesi
Road: Road not linked yet
R15.00
Carousel
Road: Road not linked yet
R75.00
Stormvoël
Road: Road not linked yet
R12.50
Sebetiela
Road: Road not linked yet
R24.50
Stormvoël
Road: Road not linked yet
R12.50
Sebetiela
Road: Road not linked yet
R24.50
Unnamed e-Toll gantry near -25.848, 28.229
Road: GFIP / Gauteng e-Toll network
R0.00
Murrayhill
Road: Road not linked yet
R0.00
Maubane
Road: Road not linked yet
R33.00
Murrayhill
Road: Road not linked yet
R0.00
Wallmansthal
Road: Road not linked yet
R7.50
Wallmansthal
Road: Road not linked yet
R7.50
Maubane
Road: Road not linked yet
R33.00
Routes ↩ Polokwane → Irene Irene to Johannesburg Irene to Pretoria Irene to Cape Town Irene to Durban Johannesburg to Polokwane Pretoria to Polokwane Cape Town to Polokwane
Stop Stopover sign
Halfway point
136.1 km
Mid-route position Road corridor partition
50 / 50
Time partition Start / finish split
1 hr 29 min • 1 hr 29 min
Waypoint reference Nearest route marker
Mid-route reference
Vec Consumption & emissions
Consumption & emissions profile
19.6 L needed
Highly direct • 7.2 L/100km baseline
CO2 emitted Estimated tailpipe output
45.2 kg
Fuel mass Approximate tank weight
14.7 kg
Cost per km Based on 95 Petrol
R1.68
Directness index As-the-crow-flies ratio
92.6%
☀ Solar data
Daylight window at Polokwane
06:22 – 17:35
Outside daylight hours
Solar noonHighest sun position
Total daylightUsable driving light
11 hrs 12 min
Light remainingUntil sunset
Expired
SunriseDawn break
06:22
Fin Tax & wear
Wear & SARS deduction
R1,135.81
Single trip SARS allowance
SARS rate R4.18/km fixed rate
R4.18/km
Tyre wear Estimated tread cost
R5.43
Service wear Oil & filter allocation
R54.35
Total trip wear Excludes fuel & tolls
R1,195.59
Nav Maneuver index
Navigation complexity
Moderate (12)
Turn difficulty rating
Roundabouts Multi-path navigation
1
Lane merges Yield required
1
Complex forks Path selection
2
Highway exits Deceleration zones
2
Route atlas

Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

ZA-ATLAS
Origin Irene Start: Stanley Road -25.86839, 28.21796
Midpoint
136.1 km
Total: 271.7 km
Midpoint 136.1 km
271.7 km 178 min
Destination Polokwane End: Compensatie Street -23.90583, 29.46139

Route sheet

Route class Resolved South Africa route
Province span South Africa
One-way road span 271.7 km
Return-cycle span 543.4 km
Traversal time 178 min
Maneuver count 17
Maneuver density 6.3 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 136.1 km

Coordinate frame

Start -25.86839, 28.21796
Midpoint -24.73342, 28.51299
End -23.90583, 29.46139
Destination services

Available in Polokwane

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

Service groups 6
Schools Clothing stores Banks Fuel stations and garages Supermarkets Shopping malls
Nearby category Schools Top 6 nearby matches around Polokwane
6
Nearby category Clothing stores Top 6 nearby matches around Polokwane
6
Nearby category Banks Top 6 nearby matches around Polokwane
6
Nearby category Fuel stations and garages Top 3 nearby matches around Polokwane
3
Nearby category Supermarkets Top 6 nearby matches around Polokwane
6
Nearby category Shopping malls Top 4 nearby matches around Polokwane
4
Destination brief

Travelling to Polokwane

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

Signature Limpopo capital hub
Standout Provincial capital with northern-route value
Best for Who this destination suits
Business trip Limpopo base Overnight stop Provincial capital stay
Arrival What to expect on arrival
Airport-side, central-city and N1-adjacent arrivals each create different practical trips, so the exact stop should be named clearly.
Regional base Good base for nearby trips
Use Polokwane as a Limpopo base for provincial business, city services and longer northbound or bushveld-connected road trips.
Destination facts Quick reference details
Polokwane Tourism positions the city as a vibrant capital with attractions and activities
The municipality provides tourism guides and visitor material
The city plays a major service-hub role for Limpopo travel
Route support

Route FAQ

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Questions 9
How far is Irene from Polokwane? +
Irene is about 271.7 km from Polokwane by road.
How long does it take from Irene to Polokwane? +
The drive usually takes about 178 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from Irene to Polokwane in one day? +
Yes, for many drivers this can be done in one day.
Is taxi available from Irene to Polokwane? +
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 Irene to Polokwane? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R454.87 (R23.25 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R457.02 (R23.36 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R506.71 (R25.90 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R510.82 (R26.11 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from Irene to Polokwane? +
Yes. There are 28 tollgates currently matched for this route.
What is the route verdict for this trip? +
Long same-day trip: This can work in one day, but a rest stop and early departure are recommended.
Is there a long-trip warning on this route? +
This is a medium-to-long route. A fuel or refreshment stop is a good idea.
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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Route Locations

Start area
Irene
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available
Destination area
Polokwane
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available

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