Distance from Mission Grounds to Bloemfontein

Directions from Mission Grounds to Bloemfontein via N1

National highway N1
Directions from Mission Grounds to Bloemfontein via R706

Provincial road route R706
Head on Brinkhuis Road

0.3 km
At the roundabout, take the 2nd exit onto Brinkhuis Road

0.0 km
Continue onto Brinkhuis Road

0.0 km
Turn left onto Barnabas Shaw Road

0.6 km
Turn left onto Old Sir Lowry's Pass Road

2.8 km
Continue straight onto Sir Lowry's Pass Road

2.2 km
Continue straight onto Main Road

0.7 km
At the roundabout, take the 2nd exit onto Main Road

0.0 km
Continue onto Main Road

0.2 km
At the roundabout, take the 1st exit onto Main Road

0.0 km
Continue onto Main Road

2.9 km
Continue straight onto Main Road

0.1 km
Turn right onto Broadway Boulevard towards Stellenbosch

11.3 km
Continue straight onto Strand Road

4.6 km
Continue straight onto Adam Tas Street

17.3 km
Take the ramp right towards N1: Worcester

0.5 km
Merge slight right

416.6 km
At the roundabout, take the 3rd exit onto Donkin Street

0.1 km
Continue onto Donkin Street

2.0 km
Continue straight

527.7 km
Take the exit ramp slight left towards R706: Curie Avenue

0.4 km
Turn right onto Curie Avenue towards Fauna

2.4 km
Turn slight left

0.1 km
Turn right towards R706

0.1 km
Go straight onto Curie Avenue

2.0 km
Continue straight onto Kolbe Avenue

1.1 km
Continue straight onto President Boshoff Street

0.5 km
Continue straight onto Markgraaff Street

0.5 km
Turn right onto Merriam Makeba Street

0.2 km
Turn right

0.1 km
You have arrived at your destination

0.0 km

Navigation sign

Tolls on this route

Tolls found 4

Known total R163.50

Main toll road N1

This route includes 4 toll points from our database. The strongest toll-road match is N1.

Unnamed toll booth near Huguenot

Road: Near Huguenot / N1 corridor

R0.00

Huguenot

Road: Road not linked yet

R54.50

Huguenot

Road: Road not linked yet

R54.50

Huguenot

Road: Road not linked yet

R54.50

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Stop Stopover sign

Halfway point

498.8 km

Mid-route position Road corridor partition

50 / 50

Time partition Start / finish split

5 hrs 35 min • 5 hrs 35 min

Waypoint reference Nearest route marker

Mid-route reference

Vec Consumption & emissions

Consumption & emissions profile

71.8 L needed

Highly direct • 7.2 L/100km baseline

CO2 emitted Estimated tailpipe output

165.9 kg

Fuel mass Approximate tank weight

53.9 kg

Cost per km Based on 95 Petrol

R1.96

Directness index As-the-crow-flies ratio

89%

☀ Solar data

Daylight window at Bloemfontein

07:00 – 17:24

Outside daylight hours

Solar noonHighest sun position

12:12

Total daylightUsable driving light

10 hrs 23 min

Light remainingUntil sunset

Expired

SunriseDawn break

07:00

Fin Tax & wear

Wear & SARS deduction

R4,169.99

Single trip SARS allowance

SARS rate R4.18/km fixed rate

R4.18/km

Tyre wear Estimated tread cost

R19.95

Service wear Oil & filter allocation

R199.52

Total trip wear Excludes fuel & tolls

R4,389.46

Nav Maneuver index

Navigation complexity

High (23)

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 Mission Grounds Start: Brinkhuis Road -34.12121, 18.90160

Midpoint

498.8 km

Total: 997.6 km

Midpoint 498.8 km

997.6 km 11 hrs 11 min

Destination Bloemfontein -29.11640, 26.21550

Route sheet

Route class Resolved South Africa route

Province span South Africa

One-way road span 997.6 km

Return-cycle span 1,995.2 km

Traversal time 11 hrs 11 min

Maneuver count 31

Maneuver density 3.1 /100 km

Midpoint chainage 498.8 km

Coordinate frame

Start -34.12121, 18.90160

Midpoint -32.14108, 22.89559

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

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Questions 9

How far is Mission Grounds from Bloemfontein? +

Mission Grounds is about 997.6 km from Bloemfontein by road.

How long does it take from Mission Grounds to Bloemfontein? +

The drive usually takes about 11 hrs 11 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.

Is it possible to drive from Mission Grounds 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 Mission Grounds 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 Mission Grounds to Bloemfontein? +

Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R1,950.84 (R27.16 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R1,952.99 (R27.19 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R1,942.94 (R27.05 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R2,011.17 (R28.00 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.

Are there any tollgates from Mission Grounds to Bloemfontein? +

Yes. There are 4 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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