Distance from Mitchells Plain to Bloemfontein

Mitchells Plain to Bloemfontein is a full long-distance road trip, covering about 998.1 km in roughly 11 hrs 1 min.

N Mitchells Plain → Bloemfontein
Road distance
998.1 km
N1 R300 R706
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
904.5 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
1.10×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
31
Info Travel board
Travel time
11 hrs 1 min
Start point
Etosha Way
Return: 2 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
661 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
90.6 km/h
Stop-adjusted ETA 5 planned rest stops
12 hrs 16 min
Fuel Service sign
Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R1,670.89
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R1,678.80
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R1,861.34
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R1,876.43
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R2,204.65
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R2,215.08
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R2,455.94
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R2,475.85
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R2,900.86
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R2,914.58
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R3,231.49
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R3,257.70
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🧭 Route vector
Compass bearing
55° NE
Forward azimuth heading
Return heading Reverse azimuth
235° SW
Coordinate delta Lat / Lon shift
North-East
Start coords Origin point
-34.0506, 18.6181
End coords Destination point
-29.1164, 26.2155
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Route class Operational trip category
Local shared
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998.1 km 11 hrs 1 min
Start Mitchells Plain
Finish Bloemfontein
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Turn-by-turn directions

  1. Head on Etosha Way
    0.0 km
  2. Continue straight onto Pall Mall Way
    0.1 km
  3. Turn right onto Riviera Way
    0.2 km
  4. At the end of the road, turn right onto Merrydale Avenue
    0.2 km
  5. At the roundabout, take the 2nd exit onto Merrydale Avenue
    0.0 km
  6. Continue onto Merrydale Avenue
    0.4 km
  7. Turn right onto Wespoort Drive
    0.4 km
  8. Turn slight left
    0.1 km
  9. Go straight onto 10th Avenue
    0.3 km
  10. At the end of the road, turn right onto Charlie Street
    0.2 km
  11. Turn left onto A.Z. Berman Drive
    2.9 km
  12. Continue straight onto Stock Road
    0.1 km
  13. Turn right towards R300: Bellville
    0.4 km
  14. Merge slight right onto Cape Flats Freeway
    2.8 km
  15. Continue straight onto Kuils River Freeway
    14.9 km
  16. Keep slight right at the fork towards N1: Paarl
    1.5 km
  17. Merge slight right onto N1 Freeway
    436.5 km
  18. At the roundabout, take the 3rd exit onto Donkin Street
    0.1 km
  19. Continue onto Donkin Street
    2.0 km
  20. Continue straight
    527.7 km
  21. Take the exit ramp slight left towards R706: Curie Avenue
    0.4 km
  22. Turn right onto Curie Avenue towards Fauna
    2.4 km
  23. Turn slight left
    0.1 km
  24. Turn right towards R706
    0.1 km
  25. Go straight onto Curie Avenue
    2.0 km
  26. Continue straight onto Kolbe Avenue
    1.1 km
  27. Continue straight onto President Boshoff Street
    0.5 km
  28. Continue straight onto Markgraaff Street
    0.5 km
  29. Turn right onto Merriam Makeba Street
    0.2 km
  30. Turn right
    0.1 km
  31. You have arrived at your destination
    0.0 km
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Tolls on this route

R
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
Stop Stopover sign
Halfway point
499.0 km
Mid-route position Road corridor partition
50 / 50
Time partition Start / finish split
5 hrs 30 min • 5 hrs 30 min
Waypoint reference Nearest route marker
Mid-route reference
Vec Consumption & emissions
Consumption & emissions profile
71.9 L needed
Highly direct • 7.2 L/100km baseline
CO2 emitted Estimated tailpipe output
166.0 kg
Fuel mass Approximate tank weight
53.9 kg
Cost per km Based on 95 Petrol
R1.68
Directness index As-the-crow-flies ratio
90.6%
Solar data
Daylight window at Bloemfontein
06:43 – 17:40
Outside daylight hours
Solar noonHighest sun position
Total daylightUsable driving light
10 hrs 57 min
Light remainingUntil sunset
Expired
SunriseDawn break
06:43
Fin Tax & wear
Wear & SARS deduction
R4,172.25
Single trip SARS allowance
SARS rate R4.18/km fixed rate
R4.18/km
Tyre wear Estimated tread cost
R19.96
Service wear Oil & filter allocation
R199.63
Total trip wear Excludes fuel & tolls
R4,391.84
Nav Maneuver index
Navigation complexity
High (17)
Turn difficulty rating
Roundabouts Multi-path navigation
2
Lane merges Yield required
2
Complex forks Path selection
1
Highway exits Deceleration zones
3
Route atlas

Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

ZA-ATLAS
Origin Mitchells Plain Start: Etosha Way -34.05056, 18.61806
Midpoint
499.0 km
Total: 998.1 km
Midpoint 499.0 km
998.1 km 11 hrs 1 min
Destination Bloemfontein -29.11640, 26.21550

Route sheet

Route class Resolved South Africa route
Province span South Africa
One-way road span 998.1 km
Return-cycle span 1,996.3 km
Traversal time 11 hrs 1 min
Maneuver count 31
Maneuver density 3.1 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 499.0 km

Coordinate frame

Start -34.05056, 18.61806
Midpoint -32.14296, 22.89419
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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Questions 9
How far is Mitchells Plain from Bloemfontein? +
Mitchells Plain is about 998.1 km from Bloemfontein by road.
How long does it take from Mitchells Plain to Bloemfontein? +
The drive usually takes about 11 hrs 1 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from Mitchells Plain 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 Mitchells Plain 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 Mitchells Plain to Bloemfontein? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R1,670.89 (R23.25 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R1,678.80 (R23.36 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R1,861.34 (R25.90 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R1,876.43 (R26.11 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from Mitchells Plain 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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Route Locations

Start area
Mitchells Plain, Western Cape
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available
Destination area
Bloemfontein
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available

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