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Distance from Mbombela to Bloemfontein

Mbombela to Bloemfontein is a full long-distance road trip, covering about 742.4 km in roughly 8 hrs 8 min.

N Mbombela → Bloemfontein
Road distance
742.4 km
461.3 mi • 400.8 nmi
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
620.8 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
1.20×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
24
Info Travel board
Travel time
8 hrs 8 min
Return: 16 hrs 17 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
8 hrs 8 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
91.1 km/h
Stop-adjusted ETA 4 planned rest stops
9 hrs 8 min
Fuel Service sign
Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R1,242.70
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R1,248.58
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R1,384.35
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R1,395.57
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R1,639.68
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R1,647.44
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R1,826.57
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R1,841.38
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R2,157.47
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R2,167.68
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R2,403.38
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R2,422.86
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Fastest drive Direct drive estimate
8 hrs 8 min
Comfort drive Allows a short stop
8 hrs 23 min
Taxi Local commuter
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Route class Operational trip category
Local shared
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742.4 km 8 hrs 8 min
Start Mbombela
Finish Bloemfontein
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Destination
Driving route
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Turn-by-turn directions

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  1. Head on Ferreira Street
    0.0 km
  2. Turn left onto Samora Machell Drive
    6.4 km
  3. Take the ramp straight
    0.9 km
  4. Merge slight right
    23.3 km
  5. Take the exit ramp slight left towards R539
    0.7 km
  6. Continue straight onto Schoemanskloof
    60.7 km
  7. Take the ramp left
    0.3 km
  8. Turn right
    116.4 km
  9. Keep slight left at the fork
    123.0 km
  10. Take the exit ramp slight left towards N3
    0.5 km
  11. Keep slight left at the fork towards N3
    0.9 km
  12. Merge slight right onto Eastern Bypass
    7.2 km
  13. Keep slight right at the fork onto Southern Bypass
    23.5 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
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Tolls on this route

R
Tolls found 23
Known total R720.50
Main toll road N3
This route includes 23 toll points from our database. The strongest toll-road match is N3. 8 Gauteng open-road / gantry toll points are shown as R0.00 because GFIP e-toll charging ended from 12 April 2024.
Middleburg Toll Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R84.00
Unnamed e-Toll gantry near -26.167, 28.141
Road: GFIP / Gauteng e-Toll network
R0.00
Verkeerdevlei
Road: Road not linked yet
R78.50
Middleburg Toll Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R84.00
Unnamed e-Toll gantry near -26.222, 28.128
Road: GFIP / Gauteng e-Toll network
R0.00
Machado Toll Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R126.00
Unnamed e-Toll gantry near -26.263, 27.976
Road: GFIP / Gauteng e-Toll network
R0.00
Unnamed e-Toll gantry near -26.267, 28.073
Road: GFIP / Gauteng e-Toll network
R0.00
e-Toll Gull
Road: Road not linked yet
R0.00
Unnamed e-Toll gantry near -26.268, 27.950
Road: GFIP / Gauteng e-Toll network
R0.00
Unnamed e-Toll gantry near -26.187, 28.134
Road: GFIP / Gauteng e-Toll network
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 -26.259, 28.115
Road: GFIP / Gauteng e-Toll network
R0.00
e-Toll Bee-Eater
Road: Road not linked yet
R0.00
Grasmere
Road: Road not linked yet
R27.50
Unnamed e-Toll gantry near -26.173, 28.260
Road: GFIP / Gauteng e-Toll network
R0.00
e-Toll Bee-Eater
Road: Road not linked yet
R0.00
Grasmere
Road: Road not linked yet
R27.50
Stop Stopover sign
Halfway point
371.5 km
Mid-route position Road corridor partition
50 / 50
Time partition Start / finish split
4 hrs 4 min • 4 hrs 4 min
Waypoint reference Nearest route marker
Mid-route reference
Loc Route geography
Route geography
Mbombela → Bloemfontein
Start and destination context
Start area Origin
Mbombela
Destination area Arrival
Bloemfontein
Road span Street reference
— • —
Post Postal reference
Postal reference
— • —
Mbombela → Bloemfontein
Mbombela Origin postcode
Not available
Bloemfontein Destination postcode
Not available
Province span Route area
South Africa
Set Nearby route set
Nearby route set
Johannesburg to Polokwane
3 other similar routes
Johannesburg to Polokwane Similar distance
449.3 km
Pretoria to Nelspruit Similar distance
465.9 km
Cape Town to George Similar distance
369.9 km
Rev Related route set
Related route set
Bloemfontein → Mbombela
Mbombela ↔ Bloemfontein
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Route atlas

Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

ZA-ATLAS
Origin Mbombela -25.47291, 30.97727
Midpoint
371.5 km
Total: 742.4 km
Midpoint 371.5 km
742.4 km 8 hrs 8 min
Destination Bloemfontein -29.11640, 26.21550

Route sheet

Route class Resolved South Africa route
Province span South Africa
One-way road span 742.4 km
Return-cycle span 1,484.7 km
Traversal time 8 hrs 8 min
Maneuver count 24
Maneuver density 3.2 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 371.5 km

Coordinate frame

Start -25.47291, 30.97727
Midpoint -26.35612, 27.91513
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 Mbombela from Bloemfontein? +
Mbombela is about 742.4 km from Bloemfontein by road.
How long does it take from Mbombela to Bloemfontein? +
The drive usually takes about 8 hrs 8 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from Mbombela to Bloemfontein 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 Mbombela 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 Mbombela to Bloemfontein? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R1,242.70 (R23.25 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R1,248.58 (R23.36 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R1,384.35 (R25.90 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R1,395.57 (R26.11 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from Mbombela to Bloemfontein? +
Yes. There are 23 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

Schoemanskloof
From Mbombela To Bloemfontein
Toll: Pretoria
From Mbombela To Bloemfontein
Germiston
From Mbombela To Bloemfontein
Durban
From Mbombela To Bloemfontein
Kimberley
From Mbombela To Bloemfontein
ern Bypass
From Mbombela To Bloemfontein
: Mangaung
From Mbombela To Bloemfontein
Bram Fischer
From Mbombela To Bloemfontein

Route Locations

Start area
Mbombela
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available
Destination area
Bloemfontein
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available

Distance comparisons

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Johannesburg to Polokwane Similar distance
About 293.1 km Difference: 449.3 km
Pretoria to Nelspruit Similar distance
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Cape Town to George Similar distance
About 372.4 km Difference: 369.9 km
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About 154.5 km Difference: 587.9 km
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