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Distance from Kingsway to Kimberley

Kingsway to Kimberley is a solid inter-town journey, covering about 161.6 km in roughly 1 hr 49 min.

N Kingsway → Kimberley
Road distance
161.6 km
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
146.5 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
1.10×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
14
Info Travel board
Travel time
1 hr 49 min
Start point
Kingsway
End point
De Beers Road
Return: 39 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
109 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
88.5 km/h
Stop-adjusted ETA 0 planned rest stops
1 hr 49 min
Fuel Service sign
Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km
93 Petrol R26.52 / litre
R308.54
95 Petrol R26.63 / litre
R309.82
Diesel 500ppm R32.30 / litre
R375.79
Diesel 50ppm R32.50 / litre
R378.11
93 Petrol R26.52 / litre
R407.10
95 Petrol R26.63 / litre
R408.79
Diesel 500ppm R32.30 / litre
R495.83
Diesel 50ppm R32.50 / litre
R498.90
93 Petrol R26.52 / litre
R535.66
95 Petrol R26.63 / litre
R537.88
Diesel 500ppm R32.30 / litre
R652.41
Diesel 50ppm R32.50 / litre
R656.45
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🧭 Route vector
Compass bearing
286° WNW
Forward azimuth heading
Return heading Reverse azimuth
106° ESE
Coordinate delta Lat / Lon shift
North-East
Start coords Origin point
-29.1157, 26.2062
End coords Destination point
-28.7383, 24.7642
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Route class Operational trip category
Local shared
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161.6 km 1 hr 49 min
Start Kingsway
Finish Kimberley
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Start point
Destination
Driving route
Navigation sign

Turn-by-turn directions

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  1. Head on Kingsway
    0.5 km
  2. Turn left onto Parfitt Avenue
    0.8 km
  3. Continue straight onto Walter Sisulu Road
    3.7 km
  4. Continue straight onto Nathan Street
    150.9 km
  5. Merge slight left onto Oliver Street
    3.7 km
  6. At the roundabout, take the 2nd exit onto Dalham Road
    0.0 km
  7. Continue onto Dalham Road
    0.5 km
  8. Continue straight onto Bultfontein Road
    0.6 km
  9. Continue straight onto Bultfontein Street
    0.4 km
  10. At the end of the road, turn right onto New Main Street
    0.1 km
  11. Turn left onto Stockdale Street
    0.1 km
  12. Turn right onto Old Main Street
    0.1 km
  13. Continue straight onto De Beers Road
    0.1 km
  14. You have arrived at your destination
    0.0 km
Routes ↩ Kimberley → Kingsway Kingsway to Johannesburg Kingsway to Pretoria Kingsway to Cape Town Kingsway to Durban Johannesburg to Kimberley Pretoria to Kimberley Cape Town to Kimberley
Stop Stopover sign
Halfway point
80.7 km
Mid-route position Road corridor partition
50 / 50
Time partition Start / finish split
54 min • 54 min
Waypoint reference Nearest route marker
Mid-route reference
Vec Consumption & emissions
Consumption & emissions profile
11.6 L needed
Highly direct • 7.2 L/100km baseline
CO2 emitted Estimated tailpipe output
26.9 kg
Fuel mass Approximate tank weight
8.7 kg
Cost per km Based on 95 Petrol
R1.68
Directness index As-the-crow-flies ratio
90.6%
☀ Solar data
Daylight window at Kimberley
06:52 – 17:41
Outside daylight hours
Solar noonHighest sun position
Total daylightUsable driving light
10 hrs 48 min
Light remainingUntil sunset
16 hrs 59 min
SunriseDawn break
06:52
Fin Tax & wear
Wear & SARS deduction
R675.44
Single trip SARS allowance
SARS rate R4.18/km fixed rate
R4.18/km
Tyre wear Estimated tread cost
R3.23
Service wear Oil & filter allocation
R32.32
Total trip wear Excludes fuel & tolls
R710.99
Nav Maneuver index
Navigation complexity
Moderate (7)
Turn difficulty rating
Roundabouts Multi-path navigation
1
Lane merges Yield required
1
Complex forks Path selection
0
Highway exits Deceleration zones
1
Route atlas

Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

ZA-ATLAS
Origin Kingsway Start: Kingsway -29.11566, 26.20618
Midpoint
80.7 km
Total: 161.6 km
Midpoint 80.7 km
161.6 km 1 hr 49 min
Destination Kimberley End: De Beers Road -28.73830, 24.76423

Route sheet

Route class Resolved South Africa route
Province span South Africa
One-way road span 161.6 km
Return-cycle span 323.2 km
Traversal time 1 hr 49 min
Maneuver count 14
Maneuver density 8.7 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 80.7 km

Coordinate frame

Start -29.11566, 26.20618
Midpoint -29.11990, 25.40469
End -28.73830, 24.76423
Destination services

Available in Kimberley

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

Service groups 4
Schools Banks Fuel stations and garages Supermarkets
Nearby category Schools Top 6 nearby matches around Kimberley
6
Nearby category Banks Top 6 nearby matches around Kimberley
6
Nearby category Fuel stations and garages Top 4 nearby matches around Kimberley
4
Nearby category Supermarkets Top 6 nearby matches around Kimberley
6
Destination brief

Travelling to Kimberley

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

Signature Northern Cape capital city
Standout Historic capital with diamond-era identity
Best for Who this destination suits
Heritage trip Provincial capital stay Business travel Northern Cape base
Arrival What to expect on arrival
Museum-side, CBD and modern hotel-area arrivals can feel different, so exact routing matters more than a broad city label suggests.
Regional base Good base for nearby trips
Use Kimberley as a Northern Cape base for heritage travel, business stays and wider provincial movement.
Destination facts Quick reference details
Kimberley is the capital of the Northern Cape
Northern Cape tourism and city tourism portals use Kimberley as a central visitor base
The city combines capital-city function with strong heritage interest
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Questions 8
How far is Kingsway from Kimberley? +
Kingsway is about 161.6 km from Kimberley by road.
How long does it take from Kingsway to Kimberley? +
The drive usually takes about 1 hr 49 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from Kingsway to Kimberley in one day? +
Yes, for many drivers this can be done in one day.
Is taxi available from Kingsway to Kimberley? +
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 Kingsway to Kimberley? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R308.54 (R26.52 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R309.82 (R26.63 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R375.79 (R32.30 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R378.11 (R32.50 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from Kingsway to Kimberley? +
No tollgates are 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 road note for this route? +
This is a longer road trip, so a fuel or rest stop is recommended. This route looks more local or regional, but always check signs and road conditions on the day.
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Route Locations

Start area
Kingsway, Free State
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available
Destination area
Kimberley
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available

Distance comparisons

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