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Distance from Lyon to Polokwane

Lyon to Polokwane is a full long-distance road trip, covering about 1,052.1 km in roughly 12 hrs 27 min.

N Lyon → Polokwane
Road distance
1,052.1 km
M1 N14
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
896.8 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
1.17×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
31
Info Travel board
Travel time
12 hrs 27 min
End point
Compensatie Street
Return: 55 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
747 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
84.4 km/h
Stop-adjusted ETA 6 planned rest stops
13 hrs 57 min
Fuel Service sign
Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R1,761.20
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R1,769.53
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R1,961.94
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R1,977.85
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R2,323.81
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R2,334.80
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R2,588.67
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R2,609.66
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R3,057.64
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R3,072.10
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R3,406.14
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R3,433.76
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🧭 Route vector
Compass bearing
54° NE
Forward azimuth heading
Return heading Reverse azimuth
234° SW
Coordinate delta Lat / Lon shift
North-East
Start coords Origin point
-28.7975, 22.3011
End coords Destination point
-23.9058, 29.4614
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Long-distance caution
Route class Operational trip category
Local shared
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Start, destination and route line.

1,052.1 km 12 hrs 27 min
Start Lyon
Finish Polokwane
Map key
Start point
Destination
Driving route
Navigation sign

Turn-by-turn directions

↑
  1. Start your journey
    12.9 km
  2. Turn left
    240.9 km
  3. At the roundabout, take the 2nd exit onto Schmidtsdrift Road
    0.0 km
  4. Continue onto Schmidtsdrift Road
    3.6 km
  5. Continue straight onto Long Street
    1.7 km
  6. Continue straight onto Lennox Street
    0.7 km
  7. Turn left onto Du Toitspan Road
    0.1 km
  8. Continue straight onto Quinn Street
    1.3 km
  9. Turn right onto Phakamile Mabija Street
    2.1 km
  10. Continue straight onto Transvaal
    104.8 km
  11. Continue straight
    6.1 km
  12. Continue straight
    186.4 km
  13. At the roundabout, take the 2nd exit
    0.0 km
  14. Continue
    24.3 km
  15. Continue straight
    138.6 km
  16. Keep slight left at the fork onto Southern Bypass
    3.2 km
  17. Take the exit ramp slight left towards M1: Johannesburg
    0.7 km
  18. Continue straight
    29.1 km
  19. Continue straight onto Ben Schoeman Highway
    18.6 km
  20. Take the exit ramp slight left towards N14: Pretoria
    0.5 km
  21. Keep slight right at the fork towards N14: Pretoria
    1.6 km
  22. Merge slight right
    162.7 km
  23. Keep slight right at the fork
    104.7 km
  24. Take the exit ramp slight left
    2.0 km
  25. Go straight
    2.7 km
  26. At the roundabout, take the 2nd exit onto Grobler Street
    0.0 km
  27. Continue onto Grobler Street
    0.3 km
  28. Keep slight left at the fork onto Grobler Street
    0.1 km
  29. Go straight onto Grobler Street
    1.8 km
  30. Turn left onto Compensatie Street
    0.2 km
  31. You have arrived at your destination
    0.0 km
Navigation sign

Tolls on this route

R
Tolls found 35
Known total R1,007.00
Main toll road N14
This route includes 35 toll points from our database. The strongest toll-road match is N14. 6 Gauteng open-road / gantry toll points are shown as R0.00 because GFIP e-toll charging ended from 12 April 2024.
Unnamed e-Toll gantry near -25.848, 28.229
Road: GFIP / Gauteng e-Toll network
R0.00
Pumulani
Road: Road not linked yet
R16.50
Pumulani
Road: Road not linked yet
R16.50
e-Toll Gantry TG001
Road: GFIP / Gauteng e-Toll network
R0.00
Unnamed e-Toll gantry near -26.268, 27.950
Road: GFIP / Gauteng e-Toll network
R0.00
Kranskop
Road: Road not linked yet
R61.50
Kranskop
Road: Road not linked yet
R61.50
Kranskop
Road: Road not linked yet
R61.50
Kranskop
Road: Road not linked yet
R61.50
Stormvoël
Road: Road not linked yet
R12.50
e-Toll Sunbird
Road: Road not linked yet
R0.00
Nyl
Road: Road not linked yet
R79.50
Nyl
Road: Road not linked yet
R79.50
Nyl
Road: Road not linked yet
R79.50
Nyl
Road: Road not linked yet
R79.50
Stormvoël
Road: Road not linked yet
R12.50
Unnamed e-Toll gantry near -26.263, 27.976
Road: GFIP / Gauteng e-Toll network
R0.00
Zambesi
Road: Road not linked yet
R15.00
Zambesi
Road: Road not linked yet
R15.00
e-Toll Ihobe
Road: Road not linked yet
R0.00
Carousel
Road: Road not linked yet
R75.00
Carousel
Road: Road not linked yet
R75.00
Maubane
Road: Road not linked yet
R33.00
Murrayhill
Road: Road not linked yet
R0.00
Maubane
Road: Road not linked yet
R33.00
Murrayhill
Road: Road not linked yet
R0.00
e-Toll Ivusi
Road: Road not linked yet
R0.00
Sebetiela
Road: Road not linked yet
R24.50
Sebetiela
Road: Road not linked yet
R24.50
e-Toll Pikoko
Road: Road not linked yet
R0.00
Carousel
Road: Road not linked yet
R75.00
Unnamed e-Toll gantry near -25.819, 28.254
Road: GFIP / Gauteng e-Toll network
R0.00
Unnamed e-Toll gantry near -25.939, 28.140
Road: GFIP / Gauteng e-Toll network
R0.00
Wallmansthal
Road: Road not linked yet
R7.50
Wallmansthal
Road: Road not linked yet
R7.50
Routes ↩ Polokwane → Lyon Lyon to Johannesburg Lyon to Pretoria Lyon to Cape Town Lyon to Durban Johannesburg to Polokwane Pretoria to Polokwane Cape Town to Polokwane
Stop Stopover sign
Halfway point
526.3 km
Mid-route position Road corridor partition
50 / 50
Time partition Start / finish split
6 hrs 13 min • 6 hrs 13 min
Waypoint reference Nearest route marker
Mid-route reference
Vec Consumption & emissions
Consumption & emissions profile
75.8 L needed
Highly direct • 7.2 L/100km baseline
CO2 emitted Estimated tailpipe output
175.0 kg
Fuel mass Approximate tank weight
56.8 kg
Cost per km Based on 95 Petrol
R1.68
Directness index As-the-crow-flies ratio
85.2%
☀ Solar data
Daylight window at Polokwane
06:23 – 17:33
Outside daylight hours
Solar noonHighest sun position
Total daylightUsable driving light
11 hrs 10 min
Light remainingUntil sunset
13 hrs 13 min
SunriseDawn break
06:23
Fin Tax & wear
Wear & SARS deduction
R4,397.74
Single trip SARS allowance
SARS rate R4.18/km fixed rate
R4.18/km
Tyre wear Estimated tread cost
R21.04
Service wear Oil & filter allocation
R210.42
Total trip wear Excludes fuel & tolls
R4,629.20
Nav Maneuver index
Navigation complexity
High (28)
Turn difficulty rating
Roundabouts Multi-path navigation
3
Lane merges Yield required
1
Complex forks Path selection
4
Highway exits Deceleration zones
6
Route atlas

Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

ZA-ATLAS
Origin Lyon -28.79751, 22.30109
Midpoint
526.3 km
Total: 1,052.1 km
Midpoint 526.3 km
1,052.1 km 12 hrs 27 min
Destination Polokwane End: Compensatie Street -23.90583, 29.46139

Route sheet

Route class Resolved South Africa route
Province span South Africa
One-way road span 1,052.1 km
Return-cycle span 2,104.2 km
Traversal time 12 hrs 27 min
Maneuver count 31
Maneuver density 2.9 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 526.3 km

Coordinate frame

Start -28.79751, 22.30109
Midpoint -26.98459, 26.24311
End -23.90583, 29.46139
Destination services

Available in Polokwane

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

Service groups 6
Schools Clothing stores Banks Fuel stations and garages Supermarkets Shopping malls
Nearby category Schools Top 6 nearby matches around Polokwane
6
Nearby category Clothing stores Top 6 nearby matches around Polokwane
6
Nearby category Banks Top 6 nearby matches around Polokwane
6
Nearby category Fuel stations and garages Top 3 nearby matches around Polokwane
3
Nearby category Supermarkets Top 6 nearby matches around Polokwane
6
Nearby category Shopping malls Top 4 nearby matches around Polokwane
4
Destination brief

Travelling to Polokwane

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

Signature Limpopo capital hub
Standout Provincial capital with northern-route value
Best for Who this destination suits
Business trip Limpopo base Overnight stop Provincial capital stay
Arrival What to expect on arrival
Airport-side, central-city and N1-adjacent arrivals each create different practical trips, so the exact stop should be named clearly.
Regional base Good base for nearby trips
Use Polokwane as a Limpopo base for provincial business, city services and longer northbound or bushveld-connected road trips.
Destination facts Quick reference details
Polokwane Tourism positions the city as a vibrant capital with attractions and activities
The municipality provides tourism guides and visitor material
The city plays a major service-hub role for Limpopo travel
Route support

Route FAQ

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Questions 9
How far is Lyon from Polokwane? +
Lyon is about 1,052.1 km from Polokwane by road.
How long does it take from Lyon to Polokwane? +
The drive usually takes about 12 hrs 27 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from Lyon to Polokwane 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 Polokwane? +
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 Polokwane? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R1,761.20 (R23.25 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R1,769.53 (R23.36 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R1,961.94 (R25.90 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R1,977.85 (R26.11 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from Lyon to Polokwane? +
Yes. There are 35 tollgates 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

Transvaal
From Lyon To Polokwane
ern Bypass
From Lyon To Polokwane
: Johannesburg
From Lyon To Polokwane
: Pretoria
From Lyon To Polokwane
Krugersdorp
From Lyon To Polokwane

Route Locations

Start area
Lyon, Northern Cape
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available
Destination area
Polokwane
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available

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