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Distance from Lyttelton to Bloemfontein

Lyttelton to Bloemfontein is a full long-distance road trip, covering about 444.3 km in roughly 4 hrs 53 min.

N Lyttelton → Bloemfontein
Road distance
444.3 km
M30 N12 N14
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
415.5 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
1.07×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
24
Info Travel board
Travel time
4 hrs 53 min
Return: 46 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
293 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
91.0 km/h
Stop-adjusted ETA 2 planned rest stops
5 hrs 23 min
Fuel Service sign
Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R743.82
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R747.33
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R828.59
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R835.31
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R981.42
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R986.07
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R1,093.28
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R1,102.15
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R1,291.35
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R1,297.46
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R1,438.53
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R1,450.20
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🧭 Route vector
Compass bearing
208° SSW
Forward azimuth heading
Return heading Reverse azimuth
28° NNE
Coordinate delta Lat / Lon shift
South-West
Start coords Origin point
-25.8193, 28.1988
End coords Destination point
-29.1164, 26.2155
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Route class Operational trip category
Local shared
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444.3 km 4 hrs 53 min
Start Lyttelton
Finish Bloemfontein
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Start point
Destination
Driving route
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Turn-by-turn directions

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  1. Start your journey
    0.1 km
  2. Turn left
    0.0 km
  3. Turn left onto Cradock Avenue
    0.0 km
  4. Turn left onto Trichardt Road
    0.5 km
  5. Turn right onto Selborne Avenue
    0.2 km
  6. At the roundabout, take the 1st exit onto Snake Valley Road
    0.0 km
  7. Continue onto Snake Valley Road
    1.3 km
  8. Take the ramp left towards N14: Ben Schoeman Highway
    0.7 km
  9. Merge slight right onto Ben Schoeman Highway
    26.5 km
  10. Continue straight
    28.2 km
  11. Keep slight right at the fork
    0.8 km
  12. Take the exit ramp slight left towards N12: Soweto
    1.4 km
  13. Merge slight right onto Southern Bypass
    6.1 km
  14. Keep slight right at the fork
    364.3 km
  15. Take the exit ramp slight left towards M30: Mangaung
    0.9 km
  16. Continue straight onto Raymond Mhlaba Street
    7.8 km
  17. At the roundabout, take the 2nd exit onto Raymond Mhlaba Street
    0.0 km
  18. Continue onto Raymond Mhlaba Street
    3.5 km
  19. Continue straight onto East Burger Street
    0.3 km
  20. Turn right onto Nelson Mandela Drive
    0.9 km
  21. Turn left onto Markgraaff Street
    0.3 km
  22. Turn left onto Merriam Makeba Street
    0.1 km
  23. Turn right
    0.1 km
  24. You have arrived at your destination
    0.0 km
Navigation sign

Tolls on this route

R
Tolls found 15
Known total R426.50
Main toll road N14
This route includes 15 toll points from our database. The strongest toll-road match is N14. 3 Gauteng open-road / gantry toll points are shown as R0.00 because GFIP e-toll charging ended from 12 April 2024.
Verkeerdevlei
Road: Road not linked yet
R78.50
e-Toll Ihobe
Road: Road not linked yet
R0.00
Unnamed e-Toll gantry near -25.939, 28.140
Road: GFIP / Gauteng e-Toll network
R0.00
e-Toll Sunbird
Road: Road not linked yet
R0.00
Vaal
Road: Road not linked yet
R91.50
Vaal
Road: Road not linked yet
R91.50
Grasmere
Road: Road not linked yet
R27.50
Grasmere
Road: Road not linked yet
R27.50
Grasmere
Road: Road not linked yet
R27.50
Grasmere
Road: Road not linked yet
R27.50
Unnamed e-Toll gantry near -26.268, 27.950
Road: GFIP / Gauteng e-Toll network
R0.00
Unnamed e-Toll gantry near -26.263, 27.976
Road: GFIP / Gauteng e-Toll network
R0.00
e-Toll Ivusi
Road: Road not linked yet
R0.00
Grasmere
Road: Road not linked yet
R27.50
Grasmere
Road: Road not linked yet
R27.50
Routes ↩ Bloemfontein → Lyttelton Lyttelton to Johannesburg Lyttelton to Pretoria Lyttelton to Cape Town Lyttelton to Durban Johannesburg to Bloemfontein Pretoria to Bloemfontein Cape Town to Bloemfontein
Stop Stopover sign
Halfway point
222.6 km
Mid-route position Road corridor partition
50 / 50
Time partition Start / finish split
2 hrs 26 min • 2 hrs 26 min
Waypoint reference Nearest route marker
Mid-route reference
Vec Consumption & emissions
Consumption & emissions profile
32.0 L needed
Highly direct • 7.2 L/100km baseline
CO2 emitted Estimated tailpipe output
73.9 kg
Fuel mass Approximate tank weight
24.0 kg
Cost per km Based on 95 Petrol
R1.68
Directness index As-the-crow-flies ratio
93.5%
☀ Solar data
Daylight window at Bloemfontein
06:42 – 17:41
Outside daylight hours
Solar noonHighest sun position
Total daylightUsable driving light
10 hrs 58 min
Light remainingUntil sunset
Expired
SunriseDawn break
06:42
Fin Tax & wear
Wear & SARS deduction
R1,857.32
Single trip SARS allowance
SARS rate R4.18/km fixed rate
R4.18/km
Tyre wear Estimated tread cost
R8.89
Service wear Oil & filter allocation
R88.87
Total trip wear Excludes fuel & tolls
R1,955.07
Nav Maneuver index
Navigation complexity
High (20)
Turn difficulty rating
Roundabouts Multi-path navigation
2
Lane merges Yield required
2
Complex forks Path selection
2
Highway exits Deceleration zones
4
Route atlas

Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

ZA-ATLAS
Origin Lyttelton -25.81934, 28.19877
Midpoint
222.6 km
Total: 444.3 km
Midpoint 222.6 km
444.3 km 4 hrs 53 min
Destination Bloemfontein -29.11640, 26.21550

Route sheet

Route class Resolved South Africa route
Province span South Africa
One-way road span 444.3 km
Return-cycle span 888.7 km
Traversal time 4 hrs 53 min
Maneuver count 24
Maneuver density 5.4 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 222.6 km

Coordinate frame

Start -25.81934, 28.19877
Midpoint -27.54831, 27.28980
End -29.11640, 26.21550
Destination services

Available in Bloemfontein

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Service groups 6
Schools Clothing stores Banks Fuel stations and garages Supermarkets Shopping malls
Nearby category Schools Top 6 nearby matches around Bloemfontein
6
Nearby category Clothing stores Top 6 nearby matches around Bloemfontein
6
Nearby category Banks Top 3 nearby matches around Bloemfontein
3
Nearby category Fuel stations and garages Top 6 nearby matches around Bloemfontein
6
Nearby category Supermarkets Top 6 nearby matches around Bloemfontein
6
Nearby category Shopping malls Top 5 nearby matches around Bloemfontein
5
Destination brief

Travelling to Bloemfontein

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

Signature Relaxed central city
Standout Central location with an easier urban rhythm
Bloemfontein works for travellers who want a real city stop without the pressure and scale of the biggest metros, which is part of why it remains such a useful central inland overnight.
Best for Who this destination suits
Central stopover Family city stay Meeting point Working overnight
Arrival What to expect on arrival
The city is easier to cross than larger metros, but the final suburb or hotel still matters if the stop is short or part of a longer inland drive.
Regional base Good base for nearby trips
Use Bloemfontein as a central inland break for overnight travel, meetings, family visits and practical route resets.
Destination facts Quick reference details
Bloemfontein tourism emphasises a slower pace and lower-stress urban feel
The city can be crossed relatively quickly compared with larger metros
Its central position helps make it a common meeting and stopover point
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Route FAQ

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Questions 9
How far is Lyttelton from Bloemfontein? +
Lyttelton is about 444.3 km from Bloemfontein by road.
How long does it take from Lyttelton to Bloemfontein? +
The drive usually takes about 4 hrs 53 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from Lyttelton to Bloemfontein in one day? +
Yes, for many drivers this can be done in one day.
Is taxi available from Lyttelton to Bloemfontein? +
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 Lyttelton to Bloemfontein? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R743.82 (R23.25 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R747.33 (R23.36 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R828.59 (R25.90 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R835.31 (R26.11 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from Lyttelton to Bloemfontein? +
Yes. There are 15 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

: Soweto
From Lyttelton To Bloemfontein
Kimberley
From Lyttelton To Bloemfontein
ern Bypass
From Lyttelton To Bloemfontein
: Mangaung
From Lyttelton To Bloemfontein
Bram Fischer
From Lyttelton To Bloemfontein

Route Locations

Start area
Lyttelton, Gauteng
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available
Destination area
Bloemfontein
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available

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