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Distance from Johannesburg N12 to Pretoria

Johannesburg N12 to Pretoria is a practical regional trip, covering about 65.4 km in roughly 50 min.

N Johannesburg N12 → Pretoria
Road distance
65.4 km
M1
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
59.8 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
1.09×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
12
Info Travel board
Travel time
50 min
End point
Church Square
Return: 41 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
50 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
77.1 km/h
Stop-adjusted ETA 0 planned rest stops
50 min
Fuel Service sign
Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R109.49
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R110.01
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R121.97
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R122.96
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R144.47
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R145.15
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R160.93
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R162.24
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R190.09
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R190.99
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R211.75
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R213.47
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🧭 Route vector
Compass bearing
17° NNE
Forward azimuth heading
Return heading Reverse azimuth
197° SSW
Coordinate delta Lat / Lon shift
North-East
Start coords Origin point
-26.2602, 28.0132
End coords Destination point
-25.7459, 28.1879
Taxi Local commuter
Taxi fare estimate
Check local taxi rank
Long-distance caution
Route class Operational trip category
Local shared
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65.4 km 50 min
Start Johannesburg N12
Finish Pretoria
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Start point
Destination
Driving route
Navigation sign

Turn-by-turn directions

↑
  1. Start your journey
    0.6 km
  2. Turn right onto Xavier Street
    1.8 km
  3. Continue straight onto Crownwood Road
    0.2 km
  4. Take the ramp right towards M1
    0.2 km
  5. Merge slight right
    26.3 km
  6. Continue straight onto Ben Schoeman Highway
    34.3 km
  7. Continue straight onto Kgosi Mampuru Street
    0.9 km
  8. Turn right onto W.F. Nkomo Street
    0.5 km
  9. Continue straight onto Church Street
    0.2 km
  10. Turn right onto Paul Kruger Street
    0.1 km
  11. Turn sharp left onto Church Square
    0.2 km
  12. You have arrived at your destination
    0.0 km
Navigation sign

Tolls on this route

R
Tolls found 4
Known total R0.00
Main toll road Not found
This route includes 4 toll points from our database. 1 Gauteng open-road / gantry toll point is shown as R0.00 because GFIP e-toll charging ended from 12 April 2024.
e-Toll Sunbird
Road: Road not linked yet
R0.00
e-Toll Ivusi
Road: Road not linked yet
R0.00
e-Toll Ihobe
Road: Road not linked yet
R0.00
Unnamed e-Toll gantry near -25.939, 28.140
Road: GFIP / Gauteng e-Toll network
R0.00
Routes ↩ Pretoria → Johannesburg N12 Johannesburg N12 to Johannesburg Johannesburg N12 to Pretoria Johannesburg N12 to Cape Town Johannesburg N12 to Durban Johannesburg to Pretoria Cape Town to Pretoria Durban to Pretoria
Stop Stopover sign
Halfway point
32.8 km
Mid-route position Road corridor partition
50 / 50
Time partition Start / finish split
25 min • 25 min
Waypoint reference Nearest route marker
Mid-route reference
Vec Consumption & emissions
Consumption & emissions profile
4.7 L needed
Highly direct • 7.2 L/100km baseline
CO2 emitted Estimated tailpipe output
10.9 kg
Fuel mass Approximate tank weight
3.5 kg
Cost per km Based on 95 Petrol
R1.68
Directness index As-the-crow-flies ratio
91.4%
☀ Solar data
Daylight window at Pretoria
06:30 – 17:37
Outside daylight hours
Solar noonHighest sun position
Total daylightUsable driving light
11 hrs 6 min
Light remainingUntil sunset
12 hrs 31 min
SunriseDawn break
06:30
Fin Tax & wear
Wear & SARS deduction
R273.40
Single trip SARS allowance
SARS rate R4.18/km fixed rate
R4.18/km
Tyre wear Estimated tread cost
R1.31
Service wear Oil & filter allocation
R13.08
Total trip wear Excludes fuel & tolls
R287.79
Nav Maneuver index
Navigation complexity
Low (2)
Turn difficulty rating
Roundabouts Multi-path navigation
0
Lane merges Yield required
1
Complex forks Path selection
0
Highway exits Deceleration zones
0
Route atlas

Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

ZA-ATLAS
Origin Johannesburg N12 -26.26023, 28.01324
Midpoint
32.8 km
Total: 65.4 km
Midpoint 32.8 km
65.4 km 50 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 65.4 km
Return-cycle span 130.8 km
Traversal time 50 min
Maneuver count 12
Maneuver density 18.3 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 32.8 km

Coordinate frame

Start -26.26023, 28.01324
Midpoint -26.01409, 28.11627
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
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Questions 8
How far is Johannesburg N12 from Pretoria? +
Johannesburg N12 is about 65.4 km from Pretoria by road.
How long does it take from Johannesburg N12 to Pretoria? +
The drive usually takes about 50 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from Johannesburg N12 to Pretoria in one day? +
Yes, for many drivers this can be done in one day.
Is taxi available from Johannesburg N12 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 Johannesburg N12 to Pretoria? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R109.49 (R23.25 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R110.01 (R23.36 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R121.97 (R25.90 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R122.96 (R26.11 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from Johannesburg N12 to Pretoria? +
Yes. There are 4 tollgates currently matched for this route.
What is the route verdict for this trip? +
Practical regional trip: This route is very manageable in one day and usually works well as a same-day return.
Is there a road note for this route? +
This is a regional road trip that can usually work as a same-day return. This route looks more local or regional, but always check signs and road conditions on the day.
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Towns along the route

Church Square
From Johannesburg N12 To Pretoria

Route Locations

Start area
Johannesburg N12, Gauteng
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available
Destination area
Pretoria
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available

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