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Distance from Lyon to Cape Town

Lyon to Cape Town is a full long-distance road trip, covering about 876.5 km in roughly 11 hrs 39 min.

N Lyon → Cape Town
Road distance
876.5 km
544.6 mi • 473.2 nmi
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
679.2 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
1.29×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
33
Info Travel board
Travel time
11 hrs 39 min
Return: 23 hrs 19 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
11 hrs 39 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
75.2 km/h
Stop-adjusted ETA 5 planned rest stops
12 hrs 54 min
Fuel Service sign
Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R1,467.27
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R1,474.21
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R1,634.50
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R1,647.76
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R1,935.98
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R1,945.14
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R2,156.64
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R2,174.12
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R2,547.34
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R2,559.39
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R2,837.68
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R2,860.69
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Fastest drive Direct drive estimate
11 hrs 39 min
Comfort drive Allows a short stop
11 hrs 54 min
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Route class Operational trip category
Local shared
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876.5 km 11 hrs 39 min
Start Lyon
Finish Cape Town
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Turn-by-turn directions

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  1. Start your journey
    12.9 km
  2. Turn right
    40.7 km
  3. At the end of the road, turn right
    12.3 km
  4. Turn left
    21.2 km
  5. Turn left
    48.3 km
  6. Continue straight
    8.0 km
  7. Turn right
    19.2 km
  8. Turn left onto Main Street
    268.6 km
  9. Continue right
    21.6 km
  10. At the end of the road, turn left onto Station Road
    0.1 km
  11. Turn right onto Hofmeyer Street
    0.2 km
  12. Turn left onto Church Street
    0.8 km
  13. Turn right onto Hoop Street
    118.5 km
  14. Turn right onto Church Street
    0.6 km
  15. At the end of the road, turn left onto Troe-Troe Street
    0.1 km
  16. Turn right onto Van Riebeeck Street
    0.6 km
  17. Take the ramp right
    0.3 km
  18. Turn left
    171.7 km
  19. At the roundabout, take the 2nd exit
    0.0 km
  20. Continue
    117.4 km
  21. Take the exit ramp slight left towards N1: Cape Town
    0.6 km
  22. Keep slight right at the fork towards N1: Cape Town
    0.4 km
  23. Merge slight right
    9.4 km
  24. Take the exit ramp slight left towards M60: Cape Town
    0.5 km
  25. Keep slight left at the fork towards M60: Zonnebloem
    0.1 km
  26. Turn slight left onto Christiaan Barnard Street
    0.9 km
  27. Turn right onto Sir Lowry Road
    0.3 km
  28. Continue slight right onto Darling Street
    0.1 km
  29. Turn left onto Buitenkant Street
    0.6 km
  30. Turn right onto Roeland Street
    0.3 km
  31. At the end of the road, turn left onto Saint Johns Road
    0.2 km
  32. Turn right onto Gallery Lane
    0.1 km
  33. You have arrived at your destination
    0.0 km
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Tolls on this route

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Tolls found 0
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Main toll road N1
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.
N1 N1 N1 N1
Stop Stopover sign
Halfway point
438.7 km
Mid-route position Road corridor partition
50 / 50
Time partition Start / finish split
5 hrs 49 min • 5 hrs 49 min
Waypoint reference Nearest route marker
Mid-route reference
Loc Route geography
Route geography
Lyon → Cape Town
Start and destination context
Start area Origin
Lyon, Northern Cape
Destination area Arrival
Cape Town
Road span Street reference
— • —
Post Postal reference
Postal reference
— • —
Lyon → Cape Town
Lyon Origin postcode
Not available
Cape Town 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
504.1 km
Johannesburg to Polokwane Similar distance
583.4 km
Gqeberha to East London Similar distance
637.9 km
Rev Related route set
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Cape Town → Lyon
Lyon ↔ Cape Town
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Route atlas

Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

ZA-ATLAS
Origin Lyon -28.79751, 22.30109
Midpoint
438.7 km
Total: 876.5 km
Midpoint 438.7 km
876.5 km 11 hrs 39 min
Destination Cape Town -33.92883, 18.41722

Route sheet

Route class Resolved South Africa route
Province span South Africa
One-way road span 876.5 km
Return-cycle span 1,753.0 km
Traversal time 11 hrs 39 min
Maneuver count 33
Maneuver density 3.8 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 438.7 km

Coordinate frame

Start -28.79751, 22.30109
Midpoint -31.49765, 19.92247
End -33.92883, 18.41722
Destination services

Available in Cape Town

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

Service groups 7
Schools Clothing stores Banks Fuel stations and garages Supermarkets Pharmacies
Nearby category Schools Top 6 nearby matches around Cape Town
6
Nearby category Clothing stores Top 6 nearby matches around Cape Town
6
Nearby category Banks Top 6 nearby matches around Cape Town
6
Nearby category Fuel stations and garages Top 6 nearby matches around Cape Town
6
  • Shell
    1 Orange Street, Cape Town, 8001, Western Cape
  • Shell Select
    130 Buitenkant Street, Cape Town, 8001, Western Cape
  • Shell
    Cape Town, 8001, Western Cape
  • Shell Select
    8001, Western Cape
  • Shell
    Main Road, Sea Point, Cape Town, 8005, Western Cape
  • Shell Select
    8005, Western Cape
Nearby category Supermarkets Top 6 nearby matches around Cape Town
6
Nearby category Pharmacies Top 2 nearby matches around Cape Town
2
Nearby category Shopping malls Top 6 nearby matches around Cape Town
6
Destination brief

Travelling to Cape Town

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

Signature Mother City
Standout Table Mountain, coast and neighbourhood variety
Cape Town combines mountain, ocean and sharply different neighbourhoods in a way few South African cities can match, which is why the exact district matters almost as much as the city name itself.
Best for Who this destination suits
City break Food and culture Beach trip Conference travel
Arrival What to expect on arrival
A CBD arrival is not the same trip as Camps Bay, Sea Point, Century City, the southern suburbs or the airport side. Choose the exact district before departure.
Local pulse
Cape Town Tourism continues to actively promote current events, deals and trip-planning tools, which makes live city timing relevant to route planning.
Updated: 2026-04-08 · Source: Cape Town Tourism
Regional base Good base for nearby trips
Use Cape Town as a base for urban sightseeing, Atlantic and False Bay coast days, Winelands links and longer Western Cape touring.
Destination facts Quick reference details
Cape Town Tourism offers trip-planning tools for places to stay, eat and see
The city works for both leisure and conference travel
Neighbourhood choice strongly shapes the trip
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Route FAQ

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Questions 9
How far is Lyon from Cape Town? +
Lyon is about 876.5 km from Cape Town by road.
How long does it take from Lyon to Cape Town? +
The drive usually takes about 11 hrs 39 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from Lyon to Cape Town in one day? +
It is possible, but for many travellers this is better treated as a very long same-day trip or an overnight trip.
Is taxi available from Lyon to Cape Town? +
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 Lyon to Cape Town? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R1,467.27 (R23.25 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R1,474.21 (R23.36 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R1,634.50 (R25.90 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R1,647.76 (R26.11 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from Lyon to Cape Town? +
No tollgates are currently matched for this route.
What is the route verdict for this trip? +
Very long trip: This is a demanding long-distance route. Treat it as a serious travel day and consider an overnight stop.
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

: Malmesbury
From Lyon To Cape Town
: Cape Town
From Lyon To Cape Town
: Zonnebloem
From Lyon To Cape Town
Gallery Lane
From Lyon To Cape Town

Route Locations

Start area
Lyon, Northern Cape
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available
Destination area
Cape Town
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: 504.1 km
Johannesburg to Polokwane Similar distance
About 293.1 km Difference: 583.4 km
Gqeberha to East London Similar distance
About 238.6 km Difference: 637.9 km
Pretoria to Nelspruit Similar distance
About 276.4 km Difference: 600.1 km
Bloemfontein to Kimberley Overlapping province
About 142.8 km Difference: 733.7 km

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