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Distance from Lower Level to Pretoria

Lower Level to Pretoria is a solid inter-town journey, covering about 319.9 km in roughly 3 hrs 40 min.

N Lower Level → Pretoria
Road distance
319.9 km
198.8 mi • 172.7 nmi
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
280.9 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
1.14×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
22
Info Travel board
Travel time
3 hrs 40 min
Return: 7 hrs 20 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
3 hrs 40 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
87.2 km/h
Stop-adjusted ETA 1 planned rest stop
3 hrs 55 min
Fuel Service sign
Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R535.46
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R537.99
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R596.49
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R601.33
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R706.51
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R709.85
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R787.03
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R793.42
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R929.61
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R934.01
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R1,035.57
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R1,043.97
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Wx Destination weather
Today's outlook for Pretoria
11.5°C
Overcast
Feels like Perceived temperature
8.2°C
Day range High / low
H 21° • L 10°
Rain chance Today's probability
4%
Wind 10m wind speed
11 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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319.9 km 3 hrs 40 min
Start Lower Level
Finish Pretoria
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Destination
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Navigation sign

Turn-by-turn directions

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  1. Head on Lower Level
    0.1 km
  2. Turn right onto Upper Level
    0.0 km
  3. Continue make a U-turn onto Upper Level
    0.2 km
  4. Turn right onto Government Boulevard
    0.3 km
  5. Turn left onto Madiba Drive
    0.9 km
  6. Turn right
    0.8 km
  7. At the roundabout, take the 3rd exit
    0.1 km
  8. Continue
    0.3 km
  9. At the roundabout, take the 1st exit onto Sabie Road
    0.1 km
  10. Continue onto Sabie Road
    0.4 km
  11. Take the ramp left towards N4
    0.5 km
  12. Merge slight right onto Northern Bypass
    26.8 km
  13. Take the exit ramp slight left towards R539
    0.7 km
  14. Continue straight onto Schoemanskloof
    60.7 km
  15. Take the ramp left
    0.3 km
  16. Turn right
    116.4 km
  17. Keep slight right at the fork
    102.2 km
  18. Continue straight
    8.6 km
  19. Turn right onto Bank Lane
    0.1 km
  20. Turn sharp left
    0.1 km
  21. Turn right onto Church Square
    0.2 km
  22. You have arrived at your destination
    0.0 km
Navigation sign

Tolls on this route

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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
Stop Stopover sign
Halfway point
159.8 km
Mid-route position Road corridor partition
50 / 50
Time partition Start / finish split
1 hr 50 min • 1 hr 50 min
Waypoint reference Nearest route marker
Mid-route reference
Loc Route geography
Route geography
Lower Level → Pretoria
Start and destination context
Start area Origin
Lower Level, Mpumalanga
Destination area Arrival
Pretoria
Road span Street reference
— • —
Post Postal reference
Postal reference
— • —
Lower Level → Pretoria
Lower Level Origin postcode
Not available
Pretoria Destination postcode
Not available
Province span Route area
South Africa
Set Nearby route set
Nearby route set
Pretoria to Nelspruit
3 other similar routes
Pretoria to Nelspruit Overlapping province
43.5 km
Johannesburg to Polokwane Similar distance
26.8 km
Mbombela to Middelburg Overlapping province
165.4 km
Rev Related route set
Related route set
Pretoria → Lower Level
Lower Level ↔ Pretoria
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Route atlas

Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

ZA-ATLAS
Origin Lower Level -25.43904, 30.96850
Midpoint
159.8 km
Total: 319.9 km
Midpoint 159.8 km
319.9 km 3 hrs 40 min
Destination Pretoria -25.74593, 28.18791

Route sheet

Route class Resolved South Africa route
Province span South Africa
One-way road span 319.9 km
Return-cycle span 639.7 km
Traversal time 3 hrs 40 min
Maneuver count 22
Maneuver density 6.9 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 159.8 km

Coordinate frame

Start -25.43904, 30.96850
Midpoint -25.83921, 29.72431
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
Route support

Route FAQ

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Questions 9
How far is Lower Level from Pretoria? +
Lower Level is about 319.9 km from Pretoria by road.
How long does it take from Lower Level to Pretoria? +
The drive usually takes about 3 hrs 40 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from Lower Level to Pretoria in one day? +
Yes, for many drivers this can be done in one day.
Is taxi available from Lower Level 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 Lower Level to Pretoria? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R535.46 (R23.25 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R537.99 (R23.36 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R596.49 (R25.90 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R601.33 (R26.11 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from Lower Level to Pretoria? +
Yes. There are 13 tollgates 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 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

Upper Level
From Lower Level To Pretoria
Government Boulevard
From Lower Level To Pretoria
ern Bypass
From Lower Level To Pretoria
Schoemanskloof
From Lower Level To Pretoria
Bank Lane
From Lower Level To Pretoria
Church Square
From Lower Level To Pretoria

Route Locations

Start area
Lower Level, 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

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

Pretoria to Nelspruit Overlapping province
About 276.4 km Difference: 43.5 km
Johannesburg to Polokwane Similar distance
About 293.1 km Difference: 26.8 km
Mbombela to Middelburg Overlapping province
About 154.5 km Difference: 165.4 km
Rustenburg to Mahikeng Similar distance
About 161.5 km Difference: 158.4 km
Gqeberha to East London Similar distance
About 238.6 km Difference: 81.3 km

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