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Distance from Johannesburg M2 to Polokwane

Johannesburg M2 to Polokwane is a solid inter-town journey, covering about 316.0 km in roughly 3 hrs 30 min.

N Johannesburg M2 → Polokwane
Road distance
316.0 km
M1 N14
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
292.5 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
1.08×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
23
Info Travel board
Travel time
3 hrs 30 min
Start point
Commissioner Street
End point
Compensatie Street
Return: 1 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
210 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
90.1 km/h
Stop-adjusted ETA 1 planned rest stop
3 hrs 45 min
Fuel Service sign
Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R528.95
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R531.45
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R589.24
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R594.02
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R697.92
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R701.22
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R777.47
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R783.77
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R918.32
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R922.66
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R1,022.99
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R1,031.28
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🧭 Route vector
Compass bearing
29° NNE
Forward azimuth heading
Return heading Reverse azimuth
209° SSW
Coordinate delta Lat / Lon shift
North-East
Start coords Origin point
-26.2050, 28.0497
End coords Destination point
-23.9058, 29.4614
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Route class Operational trip category
Local shared
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316.0 km 3 hrs 30 min
Start Johannesburg M2
Finish Polokwane
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Start point
Destination
Driving route
Navigation sign

Turn-by-turn directions

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  1. Head on Commissioner Street
    0.0 km
  2. Turn right onto Troye Street
    0.1 km
  3. Turn right onto Albertina Sisulu Road
    0.5 km
  4. Turn left onto Joe Slovo Drive
    0.1 km
  5. Turn right onto Siemert Road
    1.0 km
  6. Continue straight onto Joe Slovo Drive
    1.8 km
  7. Continue slight left onto Saint Andrew Road
    0.5 km
  8. At the end of the road, turn right onto Houghton Drive
    1.0 km
  9. Take the ramp straight towards M1
    0.7 km
  10. Merge slight right onto De Villiers Graaff Motorway
    15.0 km
  11. Continue straight onto Ben Schoeman Highway
    18.6 km
  12. Take the exit ramp slight left towards N14: Pretoria
    0.5 km
  13. Keep slight right at the fork towards N14: Pretoria
    1.6 km
  14. Merge slight right
    162.7 km
  15. Keep slight right at the fork
    104.7 km
  16. Take the exit ramp slight left
    2.0 km
  17. Go straight
    2.7 km
  18. At the roundabout, take the 2nd exit onto Grobler Street
    0.0 km
  19. Continue onto Grobler Street
    0.3 km
  20. Keep slight left at the fork onto Grobler Street
    0.1 km
  21. Go straight onto Grobler Street
    1.8 km
  22. Turn left onto Compensatie Street
    0.2 km
  23. You have arrived at your destination
    0.0 km
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Tolls on this route

R
Tolls found 35
Known total R1,077.00
Main toll road N14
This route includes 35 toll points from our database. The strongest toll-road match is N14. 4 Gauteng open-road / gantry toll points are shown as R0.00 because GFIP e-toll charging ended from 12 April 2024.
Kranskop
Road: Road not linked yet
R61.50
e-Toll Gantry TG001
Road: GFIP / Gauteng e-Toll network
R0.00
Pumulani
Road: Road not linked yet
R16.50
e-Toll Ihobe
Road: Road not linked yet
R0.00
Kranskop
Road: Road not linked yet
R61.50
Kranskop
Road: Road not linked yet
R61.50
Kranskop
Road: Road not linked yet
R61.50
Pumulani
Road: Road not linked yet
R16.50
Carousel
Road: Road not linked yet
R75.00
Carousel
Road: Road not linked yet
R75.00
Zambesi
Road: Road not linked yet
R15.00
Zambesi
Road: Road not linked yet
R15.00
e-Toll Ivusi
Road: Road not linked yet
R0.00
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
e-Toll Pikoko
Road: Road not linked yet
R0.00
Nyl
Road: Road not linked yet
R79.50
Nyl
Road: Road not linked yet
R79.50
Nyl
Road: Road not linked yet
R79.50
e-Toll Sunbird
Road: Road not linked yet
R0.00
Nyl
Road: Road not linked yet
R79.50
Stormvoël
Road: Road not linked yet
R12.50
Murrayhill
Road: Road not linked yet
R0.00
Unnamed e-Toll gantry near -25.848, 28.229
Road: GFIP / Gauteng e-Toll network
R0.00
Stormvoël
Road: Road not linked yet
R12.50
Murrayhill
Road: Road not linked yet
R0.00
Wallmansthal
Road: Road not linked yet
R7.50
Wallmansthal
Road: Road not linked yet
R7.50
Unnamed e-Toll gantry near -25.939, 28.140
Road: GFIP / Gauteng e-Toll network
R0.00
Sebetiela
Road: Road not linked yet
R24.50
Sebetiela
Road: Road not linked yet
R24.50
Hammanskraal
Road: Road not linked yet
R35.00
Hammanskraal
Road: Road not linked yet
R35.00
Maubane
Road: Road not linked yet
R33.00
Maubane
Road: Road not linked yet
R33.00
Routes ↩ Polokwane → Johannesburg M2 Johannesburg M2 to Johannesburg Johannesburg M2 to Pretoria Johannesburg M2 to Cape Town Johannesburg M2 to Durban Johannesburg to Polokwane Pretoria to Polokwane Cape Town to Polokwane
Stop Stopover sign
Halfway point
158.3 km
Mid-route position Road corridor partition
50 / 50
Time partition Start / finish split
1 hr 45 min • 1 hr 45 min
Waypoint reference Nearest route marker
Mid-route reference
Vec Consumption & emissions
Consumption & emissions profile
22.8 L needed
Highly direct • 7.2 L/100km baseline
CO2 emitted Estimated tailpipe output
52.6 kg
Fuel mass Approximate tank weight
17.1 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
06:23 – 17:34
Outside daylight hours
Solar noonHighest sun position
Total daylightUsable driving light
11 hrs 11 min
Light remainingUntil sunset
14 hrs 20 min
SunriseDawn break
06:23
Fin Tax & wear
Wear & SARS deduction
R1,320.80
Single trip SARS allowance
SARS rate R4.18/km fixed rate
R4.18/km
Tyre wear Estimated tread cost
R6.32
Service wear Oil & filter allocation
R63.20
Total trip wear Excludes fuel & tolls
R1,390.31
Nav Maneuver index
Navigation complexity
High (17)
Turn difficulty rating
Roundabouts Multi-path navigation
1
Lane merges Yield required
2
Complex forks Path selection
3
Highway exits Deceleration zones
3
Route atlas

Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

ZA-ATLAS
Origin Johannesburg M2 Start: Commissioner Street -26.20500, 28.04972
Midpoint
158.3 km
Total: 316.0 km
Midpoint 158.3 km
316.0 km 3 hrs 30 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 316.0 km
Return-cycle span 632.0 km
Traversal time 3 hrs 30 min
Maneuver count 23
Maneuver density 7.3 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 158.3 km

Coordinate frame

Start -26.20500, 28.04972
Midpoint -24.88851, 28.38321
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
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Questions 9
How far is Johannesburg M2 from Polokwane? +
Johannesburg M2 is about 316.0 km from Polokwane by road.
How long does it take from Johannesburg M2 to Polokwane? +
The drive usually takes about 3 hrs 30 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from Johannesburg M2 to Polokwane in one day? +
Yes, for many drivers this can be done in one day.
Is taxi available from Johannesburg M2 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 Johannesburg M2 to Polokwane? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R528.95 (R23.25 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R531.45 (R23.36 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R589.24 (R25.90 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R594.02 (R26.11 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from Johannesburg M2 to Polokwane? +
Yes. There are 35 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 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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Towns along the route

De Villiers Graaff Motorway
From Johannesburg M2 To Polokwane
: Pretoria
From Johannesburg M2 To Polokwane
Krugersdorp
From Johannesburg M2 To Polokwane

Route Locations

Start area
Johannesburg M2, Gauteng
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available
Destination area
Polokwane
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available

Distance comparisons

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