South Africa route platform Distance24 Road distance, travel time and route planning across South Africa.
Donate

Distance from Irene to Polokwane Bypass

Irene to Polokwane Bypass is a solid inter-town journey, covering about 282.2 km in roughly 3 hrs.

N Irene → Polokwane Bypass
Road distance
282.2 km
N1
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
258.5 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
1.09×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
10
Info Travel board
Travel time
3 hrs
Start point
Stanley Road
End point
the fork
Return: 6 hrs 0 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
180 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
93.8 km/h
Stop-adjusted ETA 1 planned rest stop
3 hrs 15 min
Fuel Service sign
Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R472.43
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R474.66
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R526.27
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R530.54
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R623.34
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R626.29
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R694.39
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R700.02
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R820.19
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R824.07
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R913.67
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R921.08
See more fuel details from Irene to Polokwane Bypass
🧭 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
-23.8582, 29.5059
Taxi Local commuter
Taxi fare estimate
Check local taxi rank
Long-distance caution
Route class Operational trip category
Local shared
Leave → Arrival time loading…
Accommodation

Where to stay near Polokwane Bypass

Road-trip friendly stays matched to this destination and corridor, with photos, price positioning and quick property links.

No accommodation listings have been added for this route yet.

Suggest accommodation
Route

Route overview

Live map, directions, tolls and route services.

Map Directions Tolls Trip planning
Route map

Live map

Start, destination and route line.

282.2 km 3 hrs 0 min
Start Irene
Finish Polokwane Bypass
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
    122.4 km
  10. 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
Stormvoël
Road: Road not linked yet
R12.50
Sebetiela
Road: Road not linked yet
R24.50
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 Bypass → Irene Irene to Johannesburg Irene to Pretoria Irene to Cape Town Irene to Durban Johannesburg to Polokwane Bypass Pretoria to Polokwane Bypass Cape Town to Polokwane Bypass
Stop Stopover sign
Halfway point
141.4 km
Mid-route position Road corridor partition
50 / 50
Time partition Start / finish split
1 hr 30 min • 1 hr 30 min
Waypoint reference Nearest route marker
Mid-route reference
Vec Consumption & emissions
Consumption & emissions profile
20.3 L needed
Highly direct • 7.2 L/100km baseline
CO2 emitted Estimated tailpipe output
46.9 kg
Fuel mass Approximate tank weight
15.2 kg
Cost per km Based on 95 Petrol
R1.68
Directness index As-the-crow-flies ratio
91.6%
☀ Solar data
Daylight window at Polokwane Bypass
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
R1,179.66
Single trip SARS allowance
SARS rate R4.18/km fixed rate
R4.18/km
Tyre wear Estimated tread cost
R5.64
Service wear Oil & filter allocation
R56.44
Total trip wear Excludes fuel & tolls
R1,241.74
Nav Maneuver index
Navigation complexity
Low (4)
Turn difficulty rating
Roundabouts Multi-path navigation
0
Lane merges Yield required
1
Complex forks Path selection
1
Highway exits Deceleration zones
0
Route atlas

Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

ZA-ATLAS
Origin Irene Start: Stanley Road -25.86839, 28.21796
Midpoint
141.4 km
Total: 282.2 km
Midpoint 141.4 km
282.2 km 3 hrs 0 min
Destination Polokwane Bypass End: the fork -23.85816, 29.50588

Route sheet

Route class Resolved South Africa route
Province span South Africa
One-way road span 282.2 km
Return-cycle span 564.4 km
Traversal time 3 hrs 0 min
Maneuver count 10
Maneuver density 3.5 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 141.4 km

Coordinate frame

Start -25.86839, 28.21796
Midpoint -24.69862, 28.54813
End -23.85816, 29.50588
Destination services

Available in Polokwane Bypass

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 Bypass
6
Nearby category Clothing stores Top 1 nearby match around Polokwane Bypass
1
Nearby category Banks Top 6 nearby matches around Polokwane Bypass
6
Nearby category Fuel stations and garages Top 2 nearby matches around Polokwane Bypass
2
Nearby category Supermarkets Top 6 nearby matches around Polokwane Bypass
6
Nearby category Shopping malls Top 4 nearby matches around Polokwane Bypass
4
Route support

Route FAQ

Tap a question to expand the answer and keep the section compact while browsing the route page.

Questions 9
How far is Irene from Polokwane Bypass? +
Irene is about 282.2 km from Polokwane Bypass by road.
How long does it take from Irene to Polokwane Bypass? +
The drive usually takes about 3 hrs 0 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from Irene to Polokwane Bypass in one day? +
Yes, for many drivers this can be done in one day.
Is taxi available from Irene to Polokwane Bypass? +
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 Bypass? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R472.43 (R23.25 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R474.66 (R23.36 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R526.27 (R25.90 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R530.54 (R26.11 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from Irene to Polokwane Bypass? +
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.
Editorial

From the editorial desk

Fresh route reads, destination ideas and planning guides from the Distance24 editorial blog.

Open blog
Route support

Something wrong?

Report wrong directions, map issues, spelling mistakes, toll problems or anything else on this route for admin review.

Distance Directions Map Tolls Place issue Spelling
Your report is sent together with the current route page and route names so it is easier to review and fix.

Towns along the route

Krige Lane
From Irene To Polokwane Bypass
: Polokwane
From Irene To Polokwane Bypass

Route Locations

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

Distance comparisons

Here are similar South African routes with a close travel distance, prioritised by the same province or matching province pair where possible.

Johannesburg to Polokwane Overlapping province
About 293.1 km Difference: 10.8 km
Pretoria to Nelspruit Similar distance
About 276.4 km Difference: 5.8 km
Rustenburg to Mahikeng Similar distance
About 161.5 km Difference: 120.7 km
Mbombela to Middelburg Similar distance
About 154.5 km Difference: 127.7 km
Gqeberha to East London Similar distance
About 238.6 km Difference: 43.6 km

Reverse route and related trips

View distance from Polokwane Bypass to Irene

Irene to Johannesburg Irene to Pretoria Irene to Cape Town Irene to Durban Johannesburg to Polokwane Bypass Pretoria to Polokwane Bypass Cape Town to Polokwane Bypass Durban to Polokwane Bypass

Legal and trust information

Access pages for Distance24.co.za and distance24.co.za/fuel, including privacy, terms, disclaimers, contact details and editorial standards.

Open Trust Centre
Privacy Policy Data, cookies and privacy requests → Terms of Use Rules, responsibilities and usage terms → Disclaimer Important estimate and route limitations → Contact Support, privacy, editorial and ads →
Trust Centre About Privacy Policy Terms of Use Disclaimer PAIA Manual Contact Advertising Disclosure Editorial Policy Cookies Corrections

© 2026 Distance24.co.za. All rights reserved.

Distance24.co.za combines Leaflet, OpenStreetMap, Nominatim, Geoapify, OSRM, OpenRouteService and Open-Meteo to power map display, place search, route planning, distance calculations and weather information.