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Distance from Johannesburg M1 N12 to Kimberley

Johannesburg M1 N12 to Kimberley is a full long-distance road trip, covering about 477.9 km in roughly 5 hrs 38 min.

N Johannesburg M1 N12 → Kimberley
Road distance
477.9 km
M11 N12
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
423.7 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
1.13×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
15
Info Travel board
Travel time
5 hrs 38 min
Start point
Southern Bypass
End point
De Beers Road
Return: 16 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
338 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
84.8 km/h
Stop-adjusted ETA 2 planned rest stops
6 hrs 8 min
Fuel Service sign
Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R799.95
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R803.74
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R891.13
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R898.36
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R1,055.49
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R1,060.49
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R1,175.80
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R1,185.33
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R1,388.81
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R1,395.38
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R1,547.10
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R1,559.64
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🧭 Route vector
Compass bearing
229° SW
Forward azimuth heading
Return heading Reverse azimuth
49° NE
Coordinate delta Lat / Lon shift
South-West
Start coords Origin point
-26.2692, 28.0373
End coords Destination point
-28.7383, 24.7642
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Long-distance caution
Route class Operational trip category
Local shared
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477.9 km 5 hrs 38 min
Start Johannesburg M1 N12
Finish Kimberley
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Start point
Destination
Driving route
Navigation sign

Turn-by-turn directions

↑
  1. Head on Southern Bypass
    1.9 km
  2. Take the exit ramp slight left towards M11
    0.5 km
  3. Turn right onto Comaro Street
    0.2 km
  4. Turn right towards N12
    0.5 km
  5. Merge slight right onto Southern Bypass
    14.4 km
  6. Keep slight left at the fork
    13.3 km
  7. Continue straight
    18.1 km
  8. Continue straight
    70.0 km
  9. Turn right onto James Moroka Avenue
    1.8 km
  10. Turn left onto Beyers Naude Avenue
    0.4 km
  11. Turn right onto Nelson Mandela Drive
    56.3 km
  12. At the roundabout, take the 2nd exit
    0.0 km
  13. Continue
    300.3 km
  14. Turn left onto De Beers Road
    0.1 km
  15. 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 N12
This route includes 2 toll points from our database. The strongest toll-road match is N12. 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 -26.263, 27.976
Road: GFIP / Gauteng e-Toll network
R0.00
Unnamed e-Toll gantry near -26.268, 27.950
Road: GFIP / Gauteng e-Toll network
R0.00
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Stop Stopover sign
Halfway point
239.0 km
Mid-route position Road corridor partition
50 / 50
Time partition Start / finish split
2 hrs 49 min • 2 hrs 49 min
Waypoint reference Nearest route marker
Mid-route reference
Vec Consumption & emissions
Consumption & emissions profile
34.4 L needed
Highly direct • 7.2 L/100km baseline
CO2 emitted Estimated tailpipe output
79.5 kg
Fuel mass Approximate tank weight
25.8 kg
Cost per km Based on 95 Petrol
R1.68
Directness index As-the-crow-flies ratio
88.7%
☀ Solar data
Daylight window at Kimberley
06:48 – 17:46
Active daylight
Solar noonHighest sun position
Total daylightUsable driving light
10 hrs 58 min
Light remainingUntil sunset
2 hrs 11 min
SunriseDawn break
06:48
Fin Tax & wear
Wear & SARS deduction
R1,997.49
Single trip SARS allowance
SARS rate R4.18/km fixed rate
R4.18/km
Tyre wear Estimated tread cost
R9.56
Service wear Oil & filter allocation
R95.57
Total trip wear Excludes fuel & tolls
R2,102.62
Nav Maneuver index
Navigation complexity
Moderate (10)
Turn difficulty rating
Roundabouts Multi-path navigation
1
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 Johannesburg M1 N12 Start: Southern Bypass -26.26915, 28.03730
Midpoint
239.0 km
Total: 477.9 km
Midpoint 239.0 km
477.9 km 5 hrs 38 min
Destination Kimberley End: De Beers Road -28.73830, 24.76423

Route sheet

Route class Resolved South Africa route
Province span South Africa
One-way road span 477.9 km
Return-cycle span 955.7 km
Traversal time 5 hrs 38 min
Maneuver count 15
Maneuver density 3.1 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 239.0 km

Coordinate frame

Start -26.26915, 28.03730
Midpoint -27.14161, 26.04099
End -28.73830, 24.76423
Destination services

Available in Kimberley

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Service groups 4
Schools Banks Fuel stations and garages Supermarkets
Nearby category Schools Top 6 nearby matches around Kimberley
6
Nearby category Banks Top 6 nearby matches around Kimberley
6
Nearby category Fuel stations and garages Top 4 nearby matches around Kimberley
4
Nearby category Supermarkets Top 6 nearby matches around Kimberley
6
Destination brief

Travelling to Kimberley

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

Signature Northern Cape capital city
Standout Historic capital with diamond-era identity
Best for Who this destination suits
Heritage trip Provincial capital stay Business travel Northern Cape base
Arrival What to expect on arrival
Museum-side, CBD and modern hotel-area arrivals can feel different, so exact routing matters more than a broad city label suggests.
Regional base Good base for nearby trips
Use Kimberley as a Northern Cape base for heritage travel, business stays and wider provincial movement.
Destination facts Quick reference details
Kimberley is the capital of the Northern Cape
Northern Cape tourism and city tourism portals use Kimberley as a central visitor base
The city combines capital-city function with strong heritage interest
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Questions 9
How far is Johannesburg M1 N12 from Kimberley? +
Johannesburg M1 N12 is about 477.9 km from Kimberley by road.
How long does it take from Johannesburg M1 N12 to Kimberley? +
The drive usually takes about 5 hrs 38 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from Johannesburg M1 N12 to Kimberley in one day? +
Yes, for many drivers this can be done in one day.
Is taxi available from Johannesburg M1 N12 to Kimberley? +
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 Johannesburg M1 N12 to Kimberley? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R799.95 (R23.25 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R803.74 (R23.36 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R891.13 (R25.90 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R898.36 (R26.11 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from Johannesburg M1 N12 to Kimberley? +
Yes. There are 2 tollgates currently matched for this route.
What is the route verdict for this trip? +
Heavy long-distance trip: This is a serious road trip. Start early, plan rest stops, and consider whether an overnight stay makes more sense.
Is there a long-trip warning on this route? +
This is a long trip. Plan rest stops, avoid driving tired, and be careful with late-night travel.
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
Johannesburg M1 N12, Gauteng
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available
Destination area
Kimberley
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available

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