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Distance from Kayakulu to Sun City

Kayakulu to Sun City is a practical regional trip, covering about 67.9 km in roughly 1 hr 45 min.

N Kayakulu → Sun City
Road distance
67.9 km
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
51.3 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
1.32×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
26
Info Travel board
Travel time
1 hr 45 min
Return: 30 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
105 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
38.6 km/h
Stop-adjusted ETA 0 planned rest stops
1 hr 45 min
Fuel Service sign
Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km
93 Petrol R26.52 / litre
R129.61
95 Petrol R26.63 / litre
R130.15
Diesel 500ppm R32.30 / litre
R157.86
Diesel 50ppm R32.50 / litre
R158.84
93 Petrol R26.52 / litre
R171.01
95 Petrol R26.63 / litre
R171.72
Diesel 500ppm R32.30 / litre
R208.29
Diesel 50ppm R32.50 / litre
R209.58
93 Petrol R26.52 / litre
R225.02
95 Petrol R26.63 / litre
R225.95
Diesel 500ppm R32.30 / litre
R274.06
Diesel 50ppm R32.50 / litre
R275.76
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🧭 Route vector
Compass bearing
122° ESE
Forward azimuth heading
Return heading Reverse azimuth
302° WNW
Coordinate delta Lat / Lon shift
South-West
Start coords Origin point
-25.0981, 26.6633
End coords Destination point
-25.3445, 27.0940
Taxi Local commuter
Taxi fare estimate
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Long-distance caution
Route class Operational trip category
Local shared
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67.9 km 1 hr 45 min
Start Kayakulu
Finish Sun City
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Stop Stopover sign
Halfway point
34.0 km
Mid-route position Road corridor partition
50 / 50
Time partition Start / finish split
52 min • 52 min
Waypoint reference Nearest route marker
Mid-route reference
Vec Consumption & emissions
Consumption & emissions profile
4.9 L needed
Moderate efficiency • 7.2 L/100km baseline
CO2 emitted Estimated tailpipe output
11.3 kg
Fuel mass Approximate tank weight
3.7 kg
Cost per km Based on 95 Petrol
R1.92
Directness index As-the-crow-flies ratio
75.5%
☀ Solar data
Daylight window at Sun City
06:38 – 17:37
Active daylight
Solar noonHighest sun position
Total daylightUsable driving light
10 hrs 59 min
Light remainingUntil sunset
1 hr 2 min
SunriseDawn break
06:38
Fin Tax & wear
Wear & SARS deduction
R283.73
Single trip SARS allowance
SARS rate R4.18/km fixed rate
R4.18/km
Tyre wear Estimated tread cost
R1.36
Service wear Oil & filter allocation
R13.58
Total trip wear Excludes fuel & tolls
R298.67
Nav Maneuver index
Navigation complexity
Moderate (15)
Turn difficulty rating
Roundabouts Multi-path navigation
3
Lane merges Yield required
0
Complex forks Path selection
0
Highway exits Deceleration zones
3
Route atlas

Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

ZA-ATLAS
Origin Kayakulu -25.09806, 26.66333
Midpoint
34.0 km
Total: 67.9 km
Midpoint 34.0 km
67.9 km 1 hr 45 min
Destination Sun City -25.34451, 27.09404

Route sheet

Route class Resolved South Africa route
Province span South Africa
One-way road span 67.9 km
Return-cycle span 135.8 km
Traversal time 1 hr 45 min
Maneuver count 26
Maneuver density 38.3 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 34.0 km

Coordinate frame

Start -25.09806, 26.66333
Midpoint -25.28227, 26.85786
End -25.34451, 27.09404
Destination services

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Service groups 1
Supermarkets
Nearby category Supermarkets Top 1 nearby match around Sun City
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Destination brief

Travelling to Sun City Resort

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

Signature Resort and waterpark break
Standout Resort-scale entertainment near Pilanesberg
Sun City is built around resort entertainment rather than a town centre, which is why families and short-break travellers use it as a contained getaway with golf, pools and the Valley of Waves.
Best for Who this destination suits
Family resort trip Weekend getaway Golf break Waterpark holiday
Arrival What to expect on arrival
Exact resort access and booking details matter because this is a controlled resort arrival, not an ordinary town-centre destination.
Regional base Good base for nearby trips
Use Sun City for a resort-led break close to Pilanesberg rather than for general regional touring only.
Destination facts Quick reference details
Sun City describes itself as a surf-and-safari destination within about two hours of Johannesburg
The resort is home to the Valley of Waves
It is closely tied to Pilanesberg-side leisure travel
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Questions 8
How far is Kayakulu from Sun City? +
Kayakulu is about 67.9 km from Sun City by road.
How long does it take from Kayakulu to Sun City? +
The drive usually takes about 1 hr 45 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from Kayakulu to Sun City in one day? +
Yes, for many drivers this can be done in one day.
Is taxi available from Kayakulu to Sun City? +
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 Kayakulu to Sun City? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R129.61 (R26.52 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R130.15 (R26.63 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R157.86 (R32.30 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R158.84 (R32.50 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from Kayakulu to Sun City? +
No tollgates are 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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Start area
Kayakulu
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available
Destination area
Sun City
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