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Distance from Johannesburg to Mbombela

Johannesburg to Mbombela is a solid inter-town journey, covering about 341.8 km in roughly 3 hrs 54 min. It also crosses a provincial boundary.

N Johannesburg → Mbombela
Road distance
341.8 km
212.4 mi • 184.5 nmi
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
304.1 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
1.12×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
14
Info Travel board
Travel time
3 hrs 54 min
Return: 7 hrs 48 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
3 hrs 54 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
87.6 km/h
Stop-adjusted ETA 1 planned rest stop
4 hrs 9 min
Fuel Service sign
Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R572.12
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R574.82
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R637.32
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R642.49
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R754.87
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R758.45
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R840.91
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R847.73
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R993.26
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R997.96
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R1,106.47
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R1,115.44
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Fastest drive Direct drive estimate
3 hrs 54 min
Comfort drive Allows a short stop
4 hrs 9 min
Taxi Local commuter
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Route class Operational trip category
Local shared
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341.8 km 3 hrs 54 min
Start Johannesburg
Finish Mbombela
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Destination
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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
    11.3 km
  4. Keep slight right at the fork
    121.9 km
  5. Merge slight left
    115.8 km
  6. Take the exit ramp slight left towards R36: Nelspruit
    0.7 km
  7. Continue straight onto Schoemanskloof
    60.5 km
  8. Keep slight left at the fork towards N4
    0.6 km
  9. Merge slight right
    23.0 km
  10. Take the exit ramp slight left towards R40: Mbombela
    1.3 km
  11. Go straight
    6.4 km
  12. Turn right onto Ferreira Street
    0.1 km
  13. Continue make a U-turn onto Ferreira Street
    0.1 km
  14. You have arrived at your destination
    0.0 km
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Tolls on this route

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Tolls found 8
Known total R294.00
Main toll road N4
This route includes 8 toll points from our database. The strongest toll-road match is N4. 2 Gauteng open-road / gantry toll points are shown as R0.00 because GFIP e-toll charging ended from 12 April 2024.
Machado Toll Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R126.00
Middleburg Toll Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R84.00
Middleburg Toll Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R84.00
e-Toll Bee-Eater
Road: Road not linked yet
R0.00
Unnamed e-Toll gantry near -26.173, 28.260
Road: GFIP / Gauteng e-Toll network
R0.00
e-Toll Gull
Road: Road not linked yet
R0.00
e-Toll Bee-Eater
Road: Road not linked yet
R0.00
Unnamed e-Toll gantry near -26.167, 28.141
Road: GFIP / Gauteng e-Toll network
R0.00
Stop Stopover sign
Halfway point
170.8 km
Gauteng to Mpumalanga
Mid-route position Road corridor partition
50 / 50
Time partition Start / finish split
1 hr 57 min • 1 hr 57 min
Waypoint reference Nearest route marker
Gauteng to Mpumalanga
Loc Route geography
Route geography
Johannesburg → Mbombela
Gauteng to Mpumalanga
Start area Origin
Johannesburg, Gauteng
Destination area Arrival
Mbombela, Mpumalanga
Road span Street reference
— • —
Post Postal reference
Postal reference
2001 • 1201
Johannesburg → Mbombela
Johannesburg Origin postcode
2001
Mbombela Destination postcode
1201
Province span Route area
Gauteng to Mpumalanga
Set Nearby route set
Nearby route set
Pretoria to Nelspruit
3 other similar routes
Pretoria to Nelspruit Same province pair
65.4 km
Johannesburg to Polokwane Overlapping province
48.7 km
Mbombela to Middelburg Overlapping province
187.3 km
Rev Related route set
Related route set
Mbombela → Johannesburg
Johannesburg ↔ Mbombela
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Route atlas

Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

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Origin Johannesburg -26.20500, 28.04972
Midpoint
170.8 km
Total: 341.8 km
Midpoint 170.8 km
341.8 km 3 hrs 54 min
Destination Mbombela -25.47291, 30.97727

Route sheet

Route class Interprovincial corridor
Province span Gauteng to Mpumalanga
One-way road span 341.8 km
Return-cycle span 683.5 km
Traversal time 3 hrs 54 min
Maneuver count 14
Maneuver density 4.1 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 170.8 km

Coordinate frame

Start -26.20500, 28.04972
Midpoint -25.81831, 29.61372
End -25.47291, 30.97727
Destination services

Available in Mbombela

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

Service groups 5
Schools Clothing stores Fuel stations and garages Supermarkets Shopping malls
Nearby category Schools Top 6 nearby matches around Mbombela
6
Nearby category Clothing stores Top 3 nearby matches around Mbombela
3
  • Edgars
    Edgars, Brown Street, Nelindja, Mbombela Ward 14, Mbombela, Ehlanzeni, Mpumalanga, 1201, South Africa
  • Woolworths
    Wild Fig Street iLanga Mall, Mbombela, 1200
  • Winmar
    9 Rapid Street
Nearby category Fuel stations and garages Top 2 nearby matches around Mbombela
2
Nearby category Supermarkets Top 6 nearby matches around Mbombela
6
Nearby category Shopping malls Top 3 nearby matches around Mbombela
3
Destination brief

Travelling to Mbombela

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

Signature Lowveld gateway
Standout Kruger-side city with strong gateway value
Mbombela is more than a stop on the map: it is the practical urban gateway to the Lowveld, combining city services with direct access to Kruger-bound and escarpment-bound travel.
Best for Who this destination suits
Kruger gateway Lowveld stopover Business trip Regional touring
Arrival What to expect on arrival
The final destination may be the city itself, the N4 corridor, the botanical garden side or a lodge further east. Choosing the exact stop matters.
Regional base Good base for nearby trips
Use Mbombela as a Lowveld base for Kruger access, Mpumalanga touring, road-stop logistics and city services before or after a park leg.
Destination facts Quick reference details
The City of Mbombela calls it the gateway to Kruger National Park
The city is also known for the Lowveld National Botanical Garden and nearby attractions like Sudwala Caves
It works as a service hub as well as a tourist stop
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Questions 9
How far is Johannesburg from Mbombela? +
Johannesburg is about 341.8 km from Mbombela by road.
How long does it take from Johannesburg to Mbombela? +
The drive usually takes about 3 hrs 54 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from Johannesburg to Mbombela in one day? +
Yes, for many drivers this can be done in one day.
Is taxi available from Johannesburg to Mbombela? +
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 to Mbombela? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R572.12 (R23.25 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R574.82 (R23.36 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R637.32 (R25.90 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R642.49 (R26.11 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from Johannesburg to Mbombela? +
Yes. There are 8 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. This route crosses a provincial boundary. National roads appear in this route, so watch for toll signs and busier sections.
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Route Locations

Start area
Johannesburg, Gauteng
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: 2001
Destination area
Mbombela, Mpumalanga
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: 1201

Postal codes

Johannesburg
2001
Mbombela
1201

Distance comparisons

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

Pretoria to Nelspruit Same province pair
About 276.4 km Difference: 65.4 km
Johannesburg to Polokwane Overlapping province
About 293.1 km Difference: 48.7 km
Mbombela to Middelburg Overlapping province
About 154.5 km Difference: 187.3 km
Rustenburg to Mahikeng Similar distance
About 161.5 km Difference: 180.3 km
Cape Town to George Similar distance
About 372.4 km Difference: 30.7 km

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