Distance from Mangaung to Bloemfontein

Directions from Mangaung to Bloemfontein via N5 and N1

National highway route N5N1
Directions from Mangaung to Bloemfontein via M30

Metro arterial route M30
Start your journey

0.2 km
At the end of the road, turn right

0.0 km
Turn slight left

0.4 km
At the end of the road, turn left onto Mota Road

8.0 km
Continue straight

28.7 km
Take the ramp slight left towards N5: Bethlehem

0.6 km
Merge slight right

44.1 km
Continue left onto Eeufees Street

1.2 km
Continue straight onto Church Street

136.4 km
Take the exit ramp left towards N1: Bloemfontein

0.7 km
Merge slight right towards N1: Bloemfontein

94.9 km
Take the exit ramp slight left towards M30: Mangaung

0.9 km
Continue straight onto Raymond Mhlaba Street

7.8 km
At the roundabout, take the 2nd exit onto Raymond Mhlaba Street

0.0 km
Continue onto Raymond Mhlaba Street

3.5 km
Continue straight onto East Burger Street

0.3 km
Turn right onto Nelson Mandela Drive

0.9 km
Turn left onto Markgraaff Street

0.3 km
Turn left onto Merriam Makeba Street

0.1 km
Turn right

0.1 km
You have arrived at your destination

0.0 km

Navigation sign

Tolls on this route

Tolls found 1

Known total R78.50

Main toll road N1

This route includes 1 toll point from our database. The strongest toll-road match is N1.

Verkeerdevlei

Road: Road not linked yet

R78.50

Routes ↩ Bloemfontein → Mangaung Mangaung to Johannesburg Mangaung to Pretoria Mangaung to Cape Town Mangaung to Durban Johannesburg to Bloemfontein Pretoria to Bloemfontein Cape Town to Bloemfontein

Stop Stopover sign

Halfway point

164.6 km

Mid-route position Road corridor partition

50 / 50

Time partition Start / finish split

2 hrs 0 min • 2 hrs 0 min

Waypoint reference Nearest route marker

Mid-route reference

Vec Consumption & emissions

Consumption & emissions profile

23.7 L needed

Moderate efficiency • 7.2 L/100km baseline

CO2 emitted Estimated tailpipe output

54.8 kg

Fuel mass Approximate tank weight

17.8 kg

Cost per km Based on 95 Petrol

R2.02

Directness index As-the-crow-flies ratio

79.3%

☀ Solar data

Daylight window at Bloemfontein

07:03 – 17:23

Outside daylight hours

Solar noonHighest sun position

12:13

Total daylightUsable driving light

10 hrs 20 min

Light remainingUntil sunset

Expired

SunriseDawn break

07:03

Fin Tax & wear

Wear & SARS deduction

R1,376.07

Single trip SARS allowance

SARS rate R4.18/km fixed rate

R4.18/km

Tyre wear Estimated tread cost

R6.58

Service wear Oil & filter allocation

R65.84

Total trip wear Excludes fuel & tolls

R1,448.49

Nav Maneuver index

Navigation complexity

Moderate (11)

Turn difficulty rating

Roundabouts Multi-path navigation

Lane merges Yield required

Complex forks Path selection

Highway exits Deceleration zones

Route atlas

Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

ZA-ATLAS

Origin Mangaung -28.57833, 28.82326

Midpoint

164.6 km

Total: 329.2 km

Midpoint 164.6 km

329.2 km 241 min

Destination Bloemfontein -29.11640, 26.21550

Route sheet

Route class Resolved South Africa route

Province span South Africa

One-way road span 329.2 km

Return-cycle span 658.4 km

Traversal time 241 min

Maneuver count 21

Maneuver density 6.4 /100 km

Midpoint chainage 164.6 km

Coordinate frame

Start -28.57833, 28.82326

Midpoint -28.37751, 27.53020

End -29.11640, 26.21550

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

Route support

Route FAQ

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Questions 9

How far is Mangaung from Bloemfontein? +

Mangaung is about 329.2 km from Bloemfontein by road.

How long does it take from Mangaung to Bloemfontein? +

The drive usually takes about 241 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.

Is it possible to drive from Mangaung to Bloemfontein in one day? +

Yes, for many drivers this can be done in one day.

Is taxi available from Mangaung 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 Mangaung to Bloemfontein? +

Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R662.49 (R27.95 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R665.10 (R28.06 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R661.78 (R27.92 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R693.54 (R29.26 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.

Are there any tollgates from Mangaung to Bloemfontein? +

Yes. There is 1 tollgate 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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