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Distance from Kroonstad to Kimberley

Kroonstad to Kimberley is a full long-distance road trip, covering about 371.0 km in roughly 4 hrs 1 min.

N Kroonstad → Kimberley
Road distance
371 km
230.5 mi • 200.3 nmi
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
270.6 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
1.37×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
19
Info Travel board
Travel time
4 hrs 1 min
Return: 8 hrs 4 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
241 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
92.1 km/h
Stop-adjusted ETA 2 planned rest stops
4 hrs 31 min
Fuel Service sign
Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R621.09
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R624.03
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R691.88
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R697.49
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R819.50
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R823.37
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R912.90
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R920.30
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R1,078.29
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R1,083.39
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R1,201.19
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R1,210.93
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Wx Destination weather
Today's outlook for Kimberley
19.5°C
Mainly clear
Feels like Perceived temperature
18.2°C
Day range High / low
H 20° • L 13°
Rain chance Today's probability
100%
Wind 10m wind speed
14 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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371 km 242 min
Start Kroonstad
Finish Kimberley
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Destination
Driving route
Navigation sign

Turn-by-turn directions

↑
  1. Head on Beyers Street
    0.4 km
  2. Turn right onto Marais Street
    0.3 km
  3. Continue straight onto Bukes Street
    0.7 km
  4. Turn left onto Reitz Street
    0.7 km
  5. Turn right towards N1: Bloemfontein
    0.4 km
  6. Merge slight right
    211.3 km
  7. Take the exit ramp slight left towards N8
    0.5 km
  8. Turn right onto Walter Sisulu Road towards N8: Kimberley
    0.1 km
  9. Continue straight onto Nathan Street
    150.9 km
  10. Merge slight left onto Oliver Street
    3.7 km
  11. At the roundabout, take the 2nd exit onto Dalham Road
    0.0 km
  12. Continue onto Dalham Road
    0.5 km
  13. Continue straight onto Bultfontein Road
    0.6 km
  14. Continue straight onto Bultfontein Street
    0.4 km
  15. At the end of the road, turn right onto New Main Street
    0.1 km
  16. Turn left onto Stockdale Street
    0.1 km
  17. Turn right onto Old Main Street
    0.1 km
  18. Continue straight onto De Beers Road
    0.1 km
  19. You have arrived at your destination
    0.0 km
Navigation sign

Tolls on this route

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Tolls found 1
Known total R78.50
Main toll road N1
This route includes 1 toll point from our database. The strongest toll-road match is N1.
Verkeerdevlei
Road: Road not linked yet
R78.50
Stop Stopover sign
Halfway point
185.6 km
Mid-route position Road corridor partition
50 / 50
Time partition Start / finish split
2 hrs 0 min • 2 hrs 0 min
Waypoint reference Nearest route marker
Mid-route reference
Loc Route geography
Route geography
Kroonstad → Kimberley
Start and destination context
Start area Origin
Kroonstad
Destination area Arrival
Kimberley
Road span Street reference
— • —
Post Postal reference
Postal reference
— • —
Kroonstad → Kimberley
Kroonstad Origin postcode
Not available
Kimberley Destination postcode
Not available
Province span Route area
South Africa
Set Nearby route set
Nearby route set
Cape Town to George
3 other similar routes
Cape Town to George Similar distance
1.4 km
Johannesburg to Polokwane Similar distance
78.0 km
Pretoria to Nelspruit Similar distance
94.6 km
Rev Related route set
Related route set
Kimberley → Kroonstad
Kroonstad ↔ Kimberley
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Route atlas

Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

ZA-ATLAS
Origin Kroonstad -27.65327, 27.23552
Midpoint
185.6 km
Total: 371 km
Midpoint 185.6 km
371 km 242 min
Destination Kimberley -28.73830, 24.76423

Route sheet

Route class Resolved South Africa route
Province span South Africa
One-way road span 371 km
Return-cycle span 742 km
Traversal time 242 min
Maneuver count 19
Maneuver density 5.1 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 185.6 km

Coordinate frame

Start -27.65327, 27.23552
Midpoint -28.96228, 26.35862
End -28.73830, 24.76423
Destination services

Available in Kimberley

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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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Route FAQ

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Questions 9
How far is Kroonstad from Kimberley? +
Kroonstad is about 371 km from Kimberley by road.
How long does it take from Kroonstad to Kimberley? +
The drive usually takes about 242 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from Kroonstad to Kimberley in one day? +
Yes, for many drivers this can be done in one day.
Is taxi available from Kroonstad 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 Kroonstad to Kimberley? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R621.09 (R23.25 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R624.03 (R23.36 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R691.88 (R25.90 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R697.49 (R26.11 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from Kroonstad to Kimberley? +
Yes. There is 1 tollgate 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. National roads appear in this route, so watch for toll signs and busier sections.
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Route Locations

Start area
Kroonstad
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

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

Cape Town to George Similar distance
About 372.4 km Difference: 1.4 km
Johannesburg to Polokwane Similar distance
About 293.1 km Difference: 78.0 km
Pretoria to Nelspruit Similar distance
About 276.4 km Difference: 94.6 km
Gqeberha to East London Similar distance
About 238.6 km Difference: 132.5 km
Bloemfontein to Kimberley Similar distance
About 142.8 km Difference: 228.2 km

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