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Distance from Masvingo to Kimberley

Masvingo to Kimberley is a full long-distance road trip, covering about 499.9 km in roughly 5 hrs 58 min.

N Masvingo → Kimberley
Road distance
499.9 km
M94
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
429.0 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
1.17×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
27
Info Travel board
Travel time
5 hrs 58 min
Start point
Masvingo Street
End point
De Beers Road
Return: 57 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
358 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
83.6 km/h
Stop-adjusted ETA 2 planned rest stops
6 hrs 28 min
Fuel Service sign
Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R836.84
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R840.80
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R932.22
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R939.78
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R1,104.17
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R1,109.39
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R1,230.02
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R1,239.99
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R1,452.85
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R1,459.72
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R1,618.44
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R1,631.57
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🧭 Route vector
Compass bearing
231° SW
Forward azimuth heading
Return heading Reverse azimuth
51° NE
Coordinate delta Lat / Lon shift
South-West
Start coords Origin point
-26.3681, 28.1985
End coords Destination point
-28.7383, 24.7642
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Route class Operational trip category
Local shared
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499.9 km 5 hrs 58 min
Start Masvingo
Finish Kimberley
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Destination
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Turn-by-turn directions

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  1. Head on Masvingo Street
    0.1 km
  2. Turn right onto Mutare Street
    0.0 km
  3. Turn left onto Khoza Road
    0.2 km
  4. Turn right onto Mohoadisa Street
    1.3 km
  5. At the end of the road, turn right onto Brickfield Road
    5.6 km
  6. Continue straight onto Mercury Street
    0.2 km
  7. Take the ramp left towards Johannesburg
    0.6 km
  8. Merge slight right
    6.8 km
  9. Take the exit ramp slight left towards M94: Germiston
    0.5 km
  10. Keep slight left at the fork towards Kritzinger Road
    0.1 km
  11. Go straight onto Kritzinger Road
    1.3 km
  12. Continue straight onto Jan Coetzee Road
    0.9 km
  13. Continue straight onto Van Rensburg Street
    0.4 km
  14. At the end of the road, turn right onto Ring Road East
    0.6 km
  15. Turn right onto Voortrekker Road
    0.3 km
  16. Take the ramp slight left towards Kimberley
    0.5 km
  17. Merge slight right onto Southern Bypass
    20.3 km
  18. Keep slight left at the fork
    13.3 km
  19. Continue straight
    18.1 km
  20. Continue straight
    70.0 km
  21. Turn right onto James Moroka Avenue
    1.8 km
  22. Turn left onto Beyers Naude Avenue
    0.4 km
  23. Turn right onto Nelson Mandela Drive
    56.3 km
  24. At the roundabout, take the 2nd exit
    0.0 km
  25. Continue
    300.3 km
  26. Turn left onto De Beers Road
    0.1 km
  27. You have arrived at your destination
    0.0 km
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Tolls on this route

R
Tolls found 5
Known total R0.00
Main toll road Not found
This route includes 5 toll points from our database. 5 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 -26.267, 28.073
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
Unnamed e-Toll gantry near -26.274, 28.149
Road: GFIP / Gauteng e-Toll network
R0.00
Unnamed e-Toll gantry near -26.259, 28.115
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
Routes ↩ Kimberley → Masvingo Masvingo to Johannesburg Masvingo to Pretoria Masvingo to Cape Town Masvingo to Durban Johannesburg to Kimberley Pretoria to Kimberley Cape Town to Kimberley
Stop Stopover sign
Halfway point
250.1 km
Mid-route position Road corridor partition
50 / 50
Time partition Start / finish split
2 hrs 59 min • 2 hrs 59 min
Waypoint reference Nearest route marker
Mid-route reference
Vec Consumption & emissions
Consumption & emissions profile
36.0 L needed
Highly direct • 7.2 L/100km baseline
CO2 emitted Estimated tailpipe output
83.1 kg
Fuel mass Approximate tank weight
27.0 kg
Cost per km Based on 95 Petrol
R1.68
Directness index As-the-crow-flies ratio
85.8%
☀ Solar data
Daylight window at Kimberley
06:48 – 17:46
Active daylight
Solar noonHighest sun position
Total daylightUsable driving light
10 hrs 58 min
Light remainingUntil sunset
4 hrs 44 min
SunriseDawn break
06:48
Fin Tax & wear
Wear & SARS deduction
R2,089.60
Single trip SARS allowance
SARS rate R4.18/km fixed rate
R4.18/km
Tyre wear Estimated tread cost
R10.00
Service wear Oil & filter allocation
R99.98
Total trip wear Excludes fuel & tolls
R2,199.58
Nav Maneuver index
Navigation complexity
Moderate (14)
Turn difficulty rating
Roundabouts Multi-path navigation
1
Lane merges Yield required
2
Complex forks Path selection
2
Highway exits Deceleration zones
2
Route atlas

Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

ZA-ATLAS
Origin Masvingo Start: Masvingo Street -26.36806, 28.19851
Midpoint
250.1 km
Total: 499.9 km
Midpoint 250.1 km
499.9 km 5 hrs 58 min
Destination Kimberley End: De Beers Road -28.73830, 24.76423

Route sheet

Route class Resolved South Africa route
Province span South Africa
One-way road span 499.9 km
Return-cycle span 999.8 km
Traversal time 5 hrs 58 min
Maneuver count 27
Maneuver density 5.4 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 250.1 km

Coordinate frame

Start -26.36806, 28.19851
Midpoint -27.06253, 26.10800
End -28.73830, 24.76423
Destination services

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Service groups 4
Schools Banks Fuel stations and garages Supermarkets
Nearby category Schools Top 6 nearby matches around Kimberley
6
Nearby category Banks Top 6 nearby matches around Kimberley
6
Nearby category Fuel stations and garages Top 4 nearby matches around Kimberley
4
Nearby category Supermarkets Top 6 nearby matches around Kimberley
6
Destination brief

Travelling to Kimberley

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

Signature Northern Cape capital city
Standout Historic capital with diamond-era identity
Best for Who this destination suits
Heritage trip Provincial capital stay Business travel Northern Cape base
Arrival What to expect on arrival
Museum-side, CBD and modern hotel-area arrivals can feel different, so exact routing matters more than a broad city label suggests.
Regional base Good base for nearby trips
Use Kimberley as a Northern Cape base for heritage travel, business stays and wider provincial movement.
Destination facts Quick reference details
Kimberley is the capital of the Northern Cape
Northern Cape tourism and city tourism portals use Kimberley as a central visitor base
The city combines capital-city function with strong heritage interest
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Questions 9
How far is Masvingo from Kimberley? +
Masvingo is about 499.9 km from Kimberley by road.
How long does it take from Masvingo to Kimberley? +
The drive usually takes about 5 hrs 58 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from Masvingo to Kimberley in one day? +
Yes, for many drivers this can be done in one day.
Is taxi available from Masvingo to Kimberley? +
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 Masvingo to Kimberley? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R836.84 (R23.25 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R840.80 (R23.36 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R932.22 (R25.90 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R939.78 (R26.11 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from Masvingo to Kimberley? +
Yes. There are 5 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. This route looks more local or regional, but always check signs and road conditions on the day.
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Towns along the route

Johannesburg
From Masvingo To Kimberley
: Germiston
From Masvingo To Kimberley
ern Bypass
From Masvingo To Kimberley

Route Locations

Start area
Masvingo, Gauteng
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available
Destination area
Kimberley
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available

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