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Distance from London R539 to Pretoria

London R539 to Pretoria is a full long-distance road trip, covering about 416.6 km in roughly 5 hrs 14 min.

N London R539 → Pretoria
Road distance
416.6 km
N4 R539
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
305.4 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
1.36×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
32
Info Travel board
Travel time
5 hrs 14 min
End point
Church Square
Return: 29 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
314 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
79.4 km/h
Stop-adjusted ETA 2 planned rest stops
5 hrs 44 min
Fuel Service sign
Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R697.35
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R700.65
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R776.83
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R783.13
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R920.11
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R924.47
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R1,024.99
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R1,033.30
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R1,210.68
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R1,216.40
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R1,348.67
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R1,359.60
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🧭 Route vector
Compass bearing
250° WSW
Forward azimuth heading
Return heading Reverse azimuth
70° ENE
Coordinate delta Lat / Lon shift
South-West
Start coords Origin point
-24.8178, 31.0472
End coords Destination point
-25.7459, 28.1879
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Long-distance caution
Route class Operational trip category
Local shared
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416.6 km 5 hrs 14 min
Start London R539
Finish Pretoria
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Start point
Destination
Driving route
Navigation sign

Turn-by-turn directions

↑
  1. Start your journey
    0.1 km
  2. Turn left
    3.9 km
  3. At the end of the road, turn left
    2.3 km
  4. At the roundabout, take the 3rd exit
    0.0 km
  5. Continue
    0.4 km
  6. At the roundabout, take the 1st exit
    0.0 km
  7. Continue
    0.7 km
  8. At the roundabout, take the 1st exit
    0.0 km
  9. Continue
    30.7 km
  10. Turn right
    41.0 km
  11. At the roundabout, take the 2nd exit
    0.1 km
  12. Continue
    2.3 km
  13. Turn right onto Tom Lawrence Street
    1.2 km
  14. At the end of the road, turn left onto Danie Joubert Street
    0.3 km
  15. Turn right onto Chief Mgiyeni Khumalo Drive
    15.1 km
  16. Turn right
    0.8 km
  17. At the roundabout, take the 3rd exit
    0.1 km
  18. Continue
    0.3 km
  19. At the roundabout, take the 1st exit onto Sabie Road
    0.1 km
  20. Continue onto Sabie Road
    0.4 km
  21. Take the ramp left towards N4
    0.5 km
  22. Merge slight right onto Northern Bypass
    26.8 km
  23. Take the exit ramp slight left towards R539
    0.7 km
  24. Continue straight onto Schoemanskloof
    60.7 km
  25. Take the ramp left
    0.3 km
  26. Turn right
    116.4 km
  27. Keep slight right at the fork
    102.2 km
  28. Continue straight
    8.6 km
  29. Turn right onto Bank Lane
    0.1 km
  30. Turn sharp left
    0.1 km
  31. Turn right onto Church Square
    0.2 km
  32. You have arrived at your destination
    0.0 km
Navigation sign

Tolls on this route

R
Tolls found 13
Known total R550.00
Main toll road N4
This route includes 13 toll points from our database. The strongest toll-road match is N4.
Middleburg Toll Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R84.00
Machado Toll Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R126.00
Middleburg Toll Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R84.00
Unnamed toll gantry near Diamond Hill Plaza
Road: Near Diamond Hill Plaza
R0.00
Cullinan Ramp Plaza
Road:
R21.00
Cullinan Ramp Plaza
Road:
R21.00
Donkerhoek Tollstation
Road: Road not linked yet
R17.00
Diamond Hill Plaza (West)
Road: Road not linked yet
R51.00
Diamond Hill Plaza (East)
Road: Road not linked yet
R51.00
Donkerhoek Tollstation
Road: Road not linked yet
R17.00
Unnamed toll gantry near Diamond Hill Plaza
Road: Near Diamond Hill Plaza
R0.00
Valtaki East Ramp Plaza
Road:
R39.00
Valtaki East Ramp Plaza
Road:
R39.00
Routes ↩ Pretoria → London R539 London R539 to Johannesburg London R539 to Pretoria London R539 to Cape Town London R539 to Durban Johannesburg to Pretoria Cape Town to Pretoria Durban to Pretoria
Stop Stopover sign
Halfway point
208.3 km
Mid-route position Road corridor partition
50 / 50
Time partition Start / finish split
2 hrs 37 min • 2 hrs 37 min
Waypoint reference Nearest route marker
Mid-route reference
Vec Consumption & emissions
Consumption & emissions profile
30.0 L needed
Moderate efficiency • 7.2 L/100km baseline
CO2 emitted Estimated tailpipe output
69.3 kg
Fuel mass Approximate tank weight
22.5 kg
Cost per km Based on 95 Petrol
R1.68
Directness index As-the-crow-flies ratio
73.3%
☀ Solar data
Daylight window at Pretoria
06:30 – 17:37
Outside daylight hours
Solar noonHighest sun position
Total daylightUsable driving light
11 hrs 7 min
Light remainingUntil sunset
Expired
SunriseDawn break
06:30
Fin Tax & wear
Wear & SARS deduction
R1,741.29
Single trip SARS allowance
SARS rate R4.18/km fixed rate
R4.18/km
Tyre wear Estimated tread cost
R8.33
Service wear Oil & filter allocation
R83.32
Total trip wear Excludes fuel & tolls
R1,832.94
Nav Maneuver index
Navigation complexity
Very High (35)
Turn difficulty rating
Roundabouts Multi-path navigation
6
Lane merges Yield required
1
Complex forks Path selection
1
Highway exits Deceleration zones
7
Route atlas

Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

ZA-ATLAS
Origin London R539 -24.81778, 31.04722
Midpoint
208.3 km
Total: 416.6 km
Midpoint 208.3 km
416.6 km 5 hrs 14 min
Destination Pretoria End: Church Square -25.74593, 28.18791

Route sheet

Route class Resolved South Africa route
Province span South Africa
One-way road span 416.6 km
Return-cycle span 833.2 km
Traversal time 5 hrs 14 min
Maneuver count 32
Maneuver density 7.7 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 208.3 km

Coordinate frame

Start -24.81778, 31.04722
Midpoint -25.71541, 30.14957
End -25.74593, 28.18791
Destination services

Available in Pretoria

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 Pretoria
6
Nearby category Clothing stores Top 6 nearby matches around Pretoria
6
  • PEP
    14 Bureau Avenue, Pretoria, 0002, Gauteng
  • Mr Price
    Thabo Sehume Street, Pretoria, 0002
  • PEP
    Pretoria, 0002, Gauteng
  • Mr Price
    Helen Joseph Street, Pretoria
  • Truworths
    Pretoria
  • PEP
    275 Church Street, Pretoria, 0002, Gauteng
Nearby category Banks Top 6 nearby matches around Pretoria
6
Nearby category Fuel stations and garages Top 5 nearby matches around Pretoria
5
Nearby category Taxi ranks Top 1 nearby match around Pretoria
1
Nearby category Supermarkets Top 6 nearby matches around Pretoria
6
Nearby category Pharmacies Top 3 nearby matches around Pretoria
3
  • Clicks
    Pretorius Street, Pretoria
  • Clicks
    Bosman Street
  • Dis-Chem
    Shop B03 Kirkness Street, Pretoria, 0002
Nearby category Shopping malls Top 6 nearby matches around Pretoria
6
Destination brief

Travelling to Tshwane / Pretoria

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

Signature Capital city and cultural core
Standout Monuments, government and a wider Tshwane spread
Pretoria is strongest as part of the wider Tshwane capital area, where government, museums, monuments and different suburban nodes create a broader destination than the historic centre alone.
Best for Who this destination suits
Government travel Museums and monuments City stay Business travel
Arrival What to expect on arrival
Union Buildings, Hatfield, Menlyn, Centurion-side travel and the old core are different arrivals. Naming the exact zone matters.
Regional base Good base for nearby trips
Use Pretoria and the wider Tshwane area for government travel, heritage stops, conferences and north-Gauteng city stays.
Destination facts Quick reference details
Visit Tshwane describes the city as cultural and cosmopolitan
The destination combines grand architecture and museums
Five major highways feed into the wider Tshwane area
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Route FAQ

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Questions 9
How far is London R539 from Pretoria? +
London R539 is about 416.6 km from Pretoria by road.
How long does it take from London R539 to Pretoria? +
The drive usually takes about 5 hrs 14 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from London R539 to Pretoria in one day? +
Yes, for many drivers this can be done in one day.
Is taxi available from London R539 to Pretoria? +
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 London R539 to Pretoria? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R697.35 (R23.25 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R700.65 (R23.36 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R776.83 (R25.90 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R783.13 (R26.11 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from London R539 to Pretoria? +
Yes. There are 13 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. National roads appear in this route, so watch for toll signs and busier sections.
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Towns along the route

ern Bypass
From London R539 To Pretoria
Schoemanskloof
From London R539 To Pretoria
Bank Lane
From London R539 To Pretoria
Church Square
From London R539 To Pretoria

Route Locations

Start area
London R539, Mpumalanga
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available
Destination area
Pretoria
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available

Distance comparisons

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