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Distance from Lotlapa to Pretoria

Lotlapa to Pretoria is a full long-distance road trip, covering about 524.4 km in roughly 7 hrs 12 min.

N Lotlapa → Pretoria
Road distance
524.4 km
N14
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
446.4 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
1.17×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
28
Info Travel board
Travel time
7 hrs 12 min
End point
Church Square
Return: 14 hrs 24 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
432 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
72.8 km/h
Stop-adjusted ETA 3 planned rest stops
7 hrs 57 min
Fuel Service sign
Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km
93 Petrol R26.52 / litre
R1,001.35
95 Petrol R26.63 / litre
R1,005.50
Diesel 500ppm R32.30 / litre
R1,219.59
Diesel 50ppm R32.50 / litre
R1,227.15
93 Petrol R26.52 / litre
R1,321.23
95 Petrol R26.63 / litre
R1,326.71
Diesel 500ppm R32.30 / litre
R1,609.19
Diesel 50ppm R32.50 / litre
R1,619.15
93 Petrol R26.52 / litre
R1,738.46
95 Petrol R26.63 / litre
R1,745.67
Diesel 500ppm R32.30 / litre
R2,117.35
Diesel 50ppm R32.50 / litre
R2,130.46
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🧭 Route vector
Compass bearing
76° ENE
Forward azimuth heading
Return heading Reverse azimuth
256° WSW
Coordinate delta Lat / Lon shift
North-East
Start coords Origin point
-26.8137, 23.8719
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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524.4 km 432 min
Start Lotlapa
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
    0.2 km
  3. At the end of the road, turn right
    1.6 km
  4. Turn left
    3.6 km
  5. Turn right
    1.2 km
  6. Turn left
    8.6 km
  7. Continue straight
    5.1 km
  8. Turn left
    19.3 km
  9. Turn right
    24.2 km
  10. At the end of the road, turn left
    46.9 km
  11. Turn right onto Market Street
    5.3 km
  12. Turn left
    78.0 km
  13. Turn left onto General Delarey Street
    61.1 km
  14. Turn right
    21.7 km
  15. At the end of the road, turn right
    0.1 km
  16. Turn left
    21.0 km
  17. At the end of the road, turn right
    157.4 km
  18. At the end of the road, turn right
    0.7 km
  19. Continue left
    10.2 km
  20. Keep slight left at the fork
    40.6 km
  21. Take the exit ramp slight left towards N14: Pretoria
    1.6 km
  22. Merge slight right onto Ben Schoeman Highway
    13.9 km
  23. Continue straight onto Kgosi Mampuru Street
    0.9 km
  24. Turn right onto W.F. Nkomo Street
    0.5 km
  25. Continue straight onto Church Street
    0.2 km
  26. Turn right onto Paul Kruger Street
    0.1 km
  27. Turn sharp left onto Church Square
    0.2 km
  28. You have arrived at your destination
    0.0 km
Navigation sign

Tolls on this route

R
Tolls found 0
Known total —
Main toll road N14
We found matching toll-road records for this route, but no tollgate point was close enough to the route line to display as a confirmed route toll.
N14 N14 N14 N14
Routes ↩ Pretoria → Lotlapa Lotlapa to Johannesburg Lotlapa to Pretoria Lotlapa to Cape Town Lotlapa to Durban Johannesburg to Pretoria Cape Town to Pretoria Durban to Pretoria
Stop Stopover sign
Halfway point
262.1 km
Mid-route position Road corridor partition
50 / 50
Time partition Start / finish split
3 hrs 36 min • 3 hrs 36 min
Waypoint reference Nearest route marker
Mid-route reference
Vec Consumption & emissions
Consumption & emissions profile
37.8 L needed
Highly direct • 7.2 L/100km baseline
CO2 emitted Estimated tailpipe output
87.2 kg
Fuel mass Approximate tank weight
28.3 kg
Cost per km Based on 95 Petrol
R1.92
Directness index As-the-crow-flies ratio
85.1%
☀ Solar data
Daylight window at Pretoria
06:34 – 17:32
Active daylight
Solar noonHighest sun position
Total daylightUsable driving light
10 hrs 58 min
Light remainingUntil sunset
58 min
SunriseDawn break
06:34
Fin Tax & wear
Wear & SARS deduction
R2,192.08
Single trip SARS allowance
SARS rate R4.18/km fixed rate
R4.18/km
Tyre wear Estimated tread cost
R10.49
Service wear Oil & filter allocation
R104.88
Total trip wear Excludes fuel & tolls
R2,307.45
Nav Maneuver index
Navigation complexity
Low (5)
Turn difficulty rating
Roundabouts Multi-path navigation
0
Lane merges Yield required
1
Complex forks Path selection
1
Highway exits Deceleration zones
1
Route atlas

Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

ZA-ATLAS
Origin Lotlapa -26.81367, 23.87194
Midpoint
262.1 km
Total: 524.4 km
Midpoint 262.1 km
524.4 km 432 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 524.4 km
Return-cycle span 1048.8 km
Traversal time 432 min
Maneuver count 28
Maneuver density 5.3 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 262.1 km

Coordinate frame

Start -26.81367, 23.87194
Midpoint -26.37848, 25.96699
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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Questions 9
How far is Lotlapa from Pretoria? +
Lotlapa is about 524.4 km from Pretoria by road.
How long does it take from Lotlapa to Pretoria? +
The drive usually takes about 432 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from Lotlapa to Pretoria in one day? +
Yes, for many drivers this can be done in one day.
Is taxi available from Lotlapa 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 Lotlapa to Pretoria? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R1,001.35 (R26.52 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R1,005.50 (R26.63 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R1,219.59 (R32.30 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R1,227.15 (R32.50 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from Lotlapa to Pretoria? +
No tollgates are 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
Lotlapa
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available
Destination area
Pretoria
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available

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