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Distance from Mashishing to Rustenburg

Mashishing to Rustenburg is a full long-distance road trip, covering about 405.1 km in roughly 5 hrs.

N Mashishing → Rustenburg
Road distance
405.1 km
N1 N4 R24
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
325.7 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
1.24×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
23
Info Travel board
Travel time
5 hrs
Start point
Pos Street
End point
President Thabo Mbeki Drive
Return: 1 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
300 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
80.8 km/h
Stop-adjusted ETA 2 planned rest stops
5 hrs 30 min
Fuel Service sign
Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R678.10
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R681.31
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R755.39
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R761.51
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R894.71
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R898.95
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R996.69
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R1,004.77
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R1,177.25
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R1,182.82
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R1,311.43
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R1,322.07
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🧭 Route vector
Compass bearing
258° WSW
Forward azimuth heading
Return heading Reverse azimuth
78° ENE
Coordinate delta Lat / Lon shift
South-West
Start coords Origin point
-25.0886, 30.4197
End coords Destination point
-25.6657, 27.2414
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Route class Operational trip category
Local shared
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405.1 km 5 hrs 0 min
Start Mashishing
Finish Rustenburg
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Start point
Destination
Driving route
Navigation sign

Turn-by-turn directions

↑
  1. Head on Pos Street
    0.6 km
  2. Turn left onto 2nd Street
    0.3 km
  3. Continue straight onto Mahlangu Street
    0.2 km
  4. At the end of the road, turn right onto Mandela Street
    2.6 km
  5. Continue left
    1.2 km
  6. Turn left
    0.9 km
  7. Turn right
    82.6 km
  8. Turn left onto Vermooten Street
    3.1 km
  9. Turn right towards N4: Middelburg
    0.7 km
  10. Merge slight right
    85.8 km
  11. Keep slight right at the fork
    102.2 km
  12. Take the exit ramp slight left towards N4
    0.4 km
  13. Keep slight right at the fork towards N4
    0.5 km
  14. Keep slight left at the fork towards N4: Polokwane
    0.5 km
  15. Keep slight right at the fork towards N1
    0.9 km
  16. Merge slight right
    9.6 km
  17. Take the exit ramp slight left towards N4: Rustenburg
    1.3 km
  18. Continue straight onto Platinum Highway
    105.8 km
  19. Take the exit ramp slight left towards R24: Rustenburg
    0.5 km
  20. Turn right
    2.4 km
  21. Turn left onto Nelson Mandela Street
    2.4 km
  22. Turn right onto President Thabo Mbeki Drive
    0.4 km
  23. You have arrived at your destination
    0.0 km
Navigation sign

Tolls on this route

R
Tolls found 27
Known total R663.00
Main toll road N4
This route includes 27 toll points from our database. The strongest toll-road match is N4.
Diamond Hill Plaza (West)
Road: Road not linked yet
R51.00
Brits Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R20.00
Middleburg Toll Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R84.00
Doornpoort Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R20.00
Brits Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R20.00
Middleburg Toll Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R84.00
Doornpoort Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R20.00
Diamond Hill Plaza (East)
Road: Road not linked yet
R51.00
Doornpoort Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R20.00
Buffelspoort Ramp Plaza
Road:
R20.00
Zambesi
Road: Road not linked yet
R15.00
Unnamed toll gantry near Diamond Hill Plaza
Road: Near Diamond Hill Plaza
R0.00
Zambesi
Road: Road not linked yet
R15.00
Buffelspoort Ramp Plaza
Road:
R20.00
Unnamed toll gantry near Diamond Hill Plaza
Road: Near Diamond Hill Plaza
R0.00
Doornpoort Plaza
Road: N4 Bakwena corridor
R20.00
Doornpoort Plaza
Road: N4 Bakwena corridor
R20.00
Marikana Toll Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R30.00
Kroondal
Road: Road not linked yet
R20.00
Donkerhoek Tollstation
Road: Road not linked yet
R17.00
Kroondal
Road: Road not linked yet
R20.00
Stormvoël
Road: Road not linked yet
R12.50
Stormvoël
Road: Road not linked yet
R12.50
Donkerhoek Tollstation
Road: Road not linked yet
R17.00
Pumulani
Road: Road not linked yet
R16.50
Pumulani
Road: Road not linked yet
R16.50
Cullinan Ramp Plaza
Road:
R21.00
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Stop Stopover sign
Halfway point
202.5 km
Mid-route position Road corridor partition
50 / 50
Time partition Start / finish split
2 hrs 30 min • 2 hrs 30 min
Waypoint reference Nearest route marker
Mid-route reference
Vec Consumption & emissions
Consumption & emissions profile
29.2 L needed
Moderate efficiency • 7.2 L/100km baseline
CO2 emitted Estimated tailpipe output
67.4 kg
Fuel mass Approximate tank weight
21.9 kg
Cost per km Based on 95 Petrol
R1.68
Directness index As-the-crow-flies ratio
80.4%
☀ Solar data
Daylight window at Rustenburg
06:34 – 17:40
Outside daylight hours
Solar noonHighest sun position
Total daylightUsable driving light
11 hrs 5 min
Light remainingUntil sunset
16 hrs 0 min
SunriseDawn break
06:34
Fin Tax & wear
Wear & SARS deduction
R1,693.22
Single trip SARS allowance
SARS rate R4.18/km fixed rate
R4.18/km
Tyre wear Estimated tread cost
R8.10
Service wear Oil & filter allocation
R81.02
Total trip wear Excludes fuel & tolls
R1,782.34
Nav Maneuver index
Navigation complexity
Moderate (15)
Turn difficulty rating
Roundabouts Multi-path navigation
0
Lane merges Yield required
2
Complex forks Path selection
4
Highway exits Deceleration zones
3
Route atlas

Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

ZA-ATLAS
Origin Mashishing Start: Pos Street -25.08861, 30.41972
Midpoint
202.5 km
Total: 405.1 km
Midpoint 202.5 km
405.1 km 5 hrs 0 min
Destination Rustenburg End: President Thabo Mbeki Drive -25.66566, 27.24145

Route sheet

Route class Resolved South Africa route
Province span South Africa
One-way road span 405.1 km
Return-cycle span 810.2 km
Traversal time 5 hrs 0 min
Maneuver count 23
Maneuver density 5.7 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 202.5 km

Coordinate frame

Start -25.08861, 30.41972
Midpoint -25.86982, 29.02186
End -25.66566, 27.24145
Destination services

Available in Rustenburg

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 Rustenburg
6
Nearby category Clothing stores Top 5 nearby matches around Rustenburg
5
  • PEP
    Thabo Mbeki Drive, Rustenburg, 0299, North West
  • PEP
    Rustenburg, 0299, North West
  • PEP
    Fatima Bhayat Street, Rustenburg, North West
  • PEP
    3550 Monareng Street, Rustenburg, 0299, North West
  • Woolworths
    1 Augrabies Avenue, Rustenburg, 0300
Nearby category Banks Top 6 nearby matches around Rustenburg
6
Nearby category Fuel stations and garages Top 2 nearby matches around Rustenburg
2
Nearby category Supermarkets Top 6 nearby matches around Rustenburg
6
  • Pick n Pay Express
    6 Oliver Thambo Drive, Rustenburg, 0300, Gauteng
  • Pick n Pay
    Smit Street, Rustenburg, 0300
  • Shoprite
    114 Kerk Street, Rustenburg, 0299, North West
  • Shoprite
    Rustenburg, 0300, North West
  • Usave
    44 Zendeling Street, Rustenburg, 0299, North West
  • Bonjour
    Rustenburg, 0299
Nearby category Shopping malls Top 2 nearby matches around Rustenburg
2
Destination brief

Travelling to Rustenburg

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

Signature North West access city
Standout Practical city for sport, shopping and nearby leisure
Best for Who this destination suits
Business trip North West stop Sport and event travel Short-break base
Arrival What to expect on arrival
The final zone matters because central Rustenburg, resort-side stays and outlying leisure properties create different route patterns.
Regional base Good base for nearby trips
Use Rustenburg as a city base for North West travel, events, practical overnights and leisure extensions into the wider region.
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Questions 9
How far is Mashishing from Rustenburg? +
Mashishing is about 405.1 km from Rustenburg by road.
How long does it take from Mashishing to Rustenburg? +
The drive usually takes about 5 hrs 0 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from Mashishing to Rustenburg in one day? +
Yes, for many drivers this can be done in one day.
Is taxi available from Mashishing to Rustenburg? +
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 Mashishing to Rustenburg? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R678.10 (R23.25 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R681.31 (R23.36 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R755.39 (R25.90 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R761.51 (R26.11 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from Mashishing to Rustenburg? +
Yes. There are 27 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

: Middelburg
From Mashishing To Rustenburg
eMalahleni
From Mashishing To Rustenburg
: Polokwane
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: Rustenburg
From Mashishing To Rustenburg
Wonderboom
From Mashishing To Rustenburg
Krugersdorp
From Mashishing To Rustenburg

Route Locations

Start area
Mashishing
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available
Destination area
Rustenburg
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available

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