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Distance from Johannesburg to Randburg

Johannesburg to Randburg is a short everyday drive, covering about 17.0 km in roughly 21 min.

N Johannesburg → Randburg
Road distance
17.0 km
10.6 mi • 9.2 nmi
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
13.5 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
1.26×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
22
Info Travel board
Travel time
21 min
Return: 43 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
21 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
47.0 km/h
Stop-adjusted ETA 0 planned rest stops
21 min
Fuel Service sign
Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R28.51
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R28.65
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R31.76
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R32.02
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R37.62
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R37.80
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R41.91
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R42.25
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R49.50
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R49.73
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R55.14
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R55.59
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Wx Destination weather
Today's outlook for Randburg
10.1°C
Clear sky
Feels like Perceived temperature
8.5°C
Day range High / low
H 19° • L 8°
Rain chance Today's probability
18%
Wind 10m wind speed
3 km/h
Taxi Local commuter
Taxi fare estimate
Check local taxi rank
Long-distance caution
Route class Operational trip category
Local shared
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17.0 km 21 min
Start Johannesburg
Finish Randburg
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Start point
Destination
Driving route
Navigation sign

Turn-by-turn directions

↑
  1. Head on Commissioner Street
    0.7 km
  2. Turn right onto Rissik Street
    1.1 km
  3. Turn left onto Wolmarans Street
    0.4 km
  4. Continue straight onto Viljoen Street
    0.1 km
  5. Go straight onto Smit Street
    0.7 km
  6. Turn right towards M1
    0.3 km
  7. Merge slight left
    0.5 km
  8. Take the exit ramp slight left towards M17: Auckland Park
    0.3 km
  9. Keep slight left at the fork towards M17: Auckland Park
    0.2 km
  10. Go straight onto Empire Road
    0.4 km
  11. Turn slight left towards M71: Emmarentia
    1.3 km
  12. Go straight onto Barry Hertzog Avenue
    4.0 km
  13. Continue straight onto Rustenburg Road
    1.4 km
  14. Continue straight onto 1st Avenue
    1.4 km
  15. At the end of the road, turn right onto Main Street
    0.5 km
  16. At the end of the road, turn left onto Boundary Road
    0.1 km
  17. Turn right onto Maid Marion Avenue
    1.1 km
  18. Turn left onto Kent Avenue
    2.2 km
  19. Turn right onto Sentrum Avenue
    0.1 km
  20. Turn right
    0.0 km
  21. Turn left
    0.0 km
  22. You have arrived at your destination
    0.0 km
Stop Stopover sign
Halfway point
8.5 km
Mid-route position Road corridor partition
50 / 50
Time partition Start / finish split
10 min • 10 min
Waypoint reference Nearest route marker
Mid-route reference
Loc Route geography
Route geography
Johannesburg → Randburg
Start and destination context
Start area Origin
Johannesburg
Destination area Arrival
Randburg
Road span Street reference
— • —
Post Postal reference
Postal reference
— • —
Johannesburg → Randburg
Johannesburg Origin postcode
Not available
Randburg Destination postcode
Not available
Province span Route area
South Africa
Set Nearby route set
Nearby route set
Johannesburg to Soweto
3 other similar routes
Johannesburg to Soweto Similar distance
2.9 km
Pretoria to Centurion Similar distance
3.8 km
Johannesburg to Benoni Similar distance
10.3 km
Rev Related route set
Related route set
Randburg → Johannesburg
Johannesburg ↔ Randburg
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Route atlas

Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

ZA-ATLAS
Origin Johannesburg -26.20500, 28.04972
Midpoint
8.5 km
Total: 17.0 km
Midpoint 8.5 km
17.0 km 21 min
Destination Randburg -26.09136, 28.00211

Route sheet

Route class Resolved South Africa route
Province span South Africa
One-way road span 17.0 km
Return-cycle span 34.1 km
Traversal time 21 min
Maneuver count 22
Maneuver density 129.2 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 8.5 km

Coordinate frame

Start -26.20500, 28.04972
Midpoint -26.15723, 28.01156
End -26.09136, 28.00211
Destination services

Available in Randburg

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 Randburg
6
Nearby category Clothing stores Top 6 nearby matches around Randburg
6
  • PEP
    Hendrik Verwoerd Drive, Johannesburg, 2194, Gauteng
  • PEP
    Beyers Naude Drive, Randburg, 2195, Gauteng
  • Woolworths
    79 Rivonia Road, Sandton, 2146
  • Groundcover
    30 4th Avenue
  • PEP
    John Voster Street, Johannesburg, 2156, Gauteng
  • Woolworths
    Northumberland Avenue, Johannesburg, 2194
Nearby category Banks Top 6 nearby matches around Randburg
6
Nearby category Fuel stations and garages Top 6 nearby matches around Randburg
6
Nearby category Taxi ranks Top 1 nearby match around Randburg
1
Nearby category Supermarkets Top 6 nearby matches around Randburg
6
Nearby category Pharmacies Top 1 nearby match around Randburg
1
Nearby category Shopping malls Top 6 nearby matches around Randburg
6
Destination brief

Travelling to Randburg

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

Signature North-west Johannesburg business district
Standout Commercial district with suburban spread
Randburg is not a classic tourist centre, but it matters on route pages because it is a major commercial and residential district with its own business, shopping and stay patterns inside Greater Johannesburg.
Best for Who this destination suits
Business trip Suburban stay Johannesburg district routing Practical city access
Arrival What to expect on arrival
Ferndale, Blairgowrie, Northcliff-edge, Sandton-side and office-park arrivals can all feel different. The district and exact address matter.
Regional base Good base for nearby trips
Use Randburg as a Johannesburg base for business appointments, suburban stays and west-of-Sandton access.
Destination facts Quick reference details
Regional travel information describes Randburg as a fast-growing urban and commercial centre
The district is tied to business, offices and shopping rather than classic city-centre tourism
It works best as a named Johannesburg district, not just a vague metro pin
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Route FAQ

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Questions 8
How far is Johannesburg from Randburg? +
Johannesburg is about 17.0 km from Randburg by road.
How long does it take from Johannesburg to Randburg? +
The drive usually takes about 21 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from Johannesburg to Randburg in one day? +
Yes, for many drivers this can be done in one day.
Is taxi available from Johannesburg to Randburg? +
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 Randburg? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R28.51 (R23.25 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R28.65 (R23.36 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R31.76 (R25.90 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R32.02 (R26.11 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from Johannesburg to Randburg? +
No tollgates are currently matched for this route.
What is the route verdict for this trip? +
Easy local trip: This looks like a short and simple trip for most drivers.
Is there a road note for this route? +
This is mostly a short local route. 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

: Auckland Park
From Johannesburg To Randburg
: Emmarentia
From Johannesburg To Randburg

Route Locations

Start area
Johannesburg
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available
Destination area
Randburg
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 Soweto Similar distance
About 19.9 km Difference: 2.9 km
Pretoria to Centurion Similar distance
About 13.2 km Difference: 3.8 km
Johannesburg to Benoni Similar distance
About 27.3 km Difference: 10.3 km
Pretoria to Midrand Similar distance
About 29.8 km Difference: 12.8 km
Johannesburg to Pretoria Similar distance
About 53.9 km Difference: 36.9 km

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