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Distance from Mooketsi to Rustenburg

Mooketsi to Rustenburg is a full long-distance road trip, covering about 438.3 km in roughly 5 hrs 8 min.

N Mooketsi → Rustenburg
Road distance
438.3 km
272.3 mi • 236.6 nmi
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
369.5 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
1.19×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
12
Info Travel board
Travel time
5 hrs 8 min
Return: 10 hrs 16 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
5 hrs 8 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
85.3 km/h
Stop-adjusted ETA 2 planned rest stops
5 hrs 38 min
Fuel Service sign
Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R733.63
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R737.10
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R817.25
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R823.88
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R967.99
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R972.57
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R1,078.32
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R1,087.06
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R1,273.67
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R1,279.69
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R1,418.84
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R1,430.34
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Wx Destination weather
Today's outlook for Rustenburg
9.6°C
Overcast
Feels like Perceived temperature
8.8°C
Day range High / low
H 22° • L 10°
Rain chance Today's probability
6%
Wind 10m wind speed
5 km/h
Taxi Local commuter
Taxi fare estimate
Check local taxi rank
Long-distance caution
Route class Operational trip category
Local shared
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Start, destination and route line.

438.3 km 5 hrs 8 min
Start Mooketsi
Finish Rustenburg
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Start point
Destination
Driving route
Navigation sign

Turn-by-turn directions

↑
  1. Start your journey
    0.1 km
  2. Turn sharp right
    73.6 km
  3. Turn slight left towards R71: Pretoria
    2.4 km
  4. Continue straight
    0.6 km
  5. Merge slight right onto Polokwane Bypass
    247.6 km
  6. Take the exit ramp slight left towards N4: Rustenburg
    2.4 km
  7. Continue straight onto Platinum Highway
    105.8 km
  8. Take the exit ramp slight left towards R24: Rustenburg
    0.5 km
  9. Turn right
    2.4 km
  10. Turn left onto Nelson Mandela Street
    2.4 km
  11. Turn right onto President Thabo Mbeki Drive
    0.4 km
  12. You have arrived at your destination
    0.0 km
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Tolls on this route

R
Tolls found 35
Known total R1,272.00
Main toll road N4
This route includes 35 toll points from our database. The strongest toll-road match is N4.
Marikana Toll Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R30.00
Nyl
Road: Road not linked yet
R79.50
Brits Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R20.00
Doornpoort Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R20.00
Nyl
Road: Road not linked yet
R79.50
Nyl
Road: Road not linked yet
R79.50
Brits Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R20.00
Doornpoort Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R20.00
Doornpoort Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R20.00
Nyl
Road: Road not linked yet
R79.50
Carousel
Road: Road not linked yet
R75.00
Kroondal
Road: Road not linked yet
R20.00
Maubane
Road: Road not linked yet
R33.00
Pumulani
Road: Road not linked yet
R16.50
Kranskop
Road: Road not linked yet
R61.50
Kranskop
Road: Road not linked yet
R61.50
Kranskop
Road: Road not linked yet
R61.50
Pumulani
Road: Road not linked yet
R16.50
Kranskop
Road: Road not linked yet
R61.50
Carousel
Road: Road not linked yet
R75.00
Maubane
Road: Road not linked yet
R33.00
Kroondal
Road: Road not linked yet
R20.00
Carousel
Road: Road not linked yet
R75.00
Doornpoort Plaza
Road: N4 Bakwena corridor
R20.00
Wallmansthal
Road: Road not linked yet
R7.50
Wallmansthal
Road: Road not linked yet
R7.50
Buffelspoort Ramp Plaza
Road:
R20.00
Buffelspoort Ramp Plaza
Road:
R20.00
Doornpoort Plaza
Road: N4 Bakwena corridor
R20.00
Hammanskraal
Road: Road not linked yet
R35.00
Hammanskraal
Road: Road not linked yet
R35.00
Murrayhill
Road: Road not linked yet
R0.00
Murrayhill
Road: Road not linked yet
R0.00
Sebetiela
Road: Road not linked yet
R24.50
Sebetiela
Road: Road not linked yet
R24.50
Stop Stopover sign
Halfway point
219.3 km
Mid-route position Road corridor partition
50 / 50
Time partition Start / finish split
2 hrs 34 min • 2 hrs 34 min
Waypoint reference Nearest route marker
Mid-route reference
Loc Route geography
Route geography
Mooketsi → Rustenburg
Start and destination context
Start area Origin
Mooketsi, Limpopo
Destination area Arrival
Rustenburg
Road span Street reference
— • —
Post Postal reference
Postal reference
— • —
Mooketsi → Rustenburg
Mooketsi Origin postcode
Not available
Rustenburg 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 Overlapping province
145.2 km
Pretoria to Nelspruit Similar distance
161.8 km
Cape Town to George Similar distance
65.8 km
Rev Related route set
Related route set
Rustenburg → Mooketsi
Mooketsi ↔ Rustenburg
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Mooketsi to Pretoria Related trip
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Mooketsi to Cape Town Related trip
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Route atlas

Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

ZA-ATLAS
Origin Mooketsi -23.59293, 30.09881
Midpoint
219.3 km
Total: 438.3 km
Midpoint 219.3 km
438.3 km 5 hrs 8 min
Destination Rustenburg -25.66566, 27.24145

Route sheet

Route class Resolved South Africa route
Province span South Africa
One-way road span 438.3 km
Return-cycle span 876.5 km
Traversal time 5 hrs 8 min
Maneuver count 12
Maneuver density 2.7 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 219.3 km

Coordinate frame

Start -23.59293, 30.09881
Midpoint -24.73969, 28.50677
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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Route FAQ

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Questions 9
How far is Mooketsi from Rustenburg? +
Mooketsi is about 438.3 km from Rustenburg by road.
How long does it take from Mooketsi to Rustenburg? +
The drive usually takes about 5 hrs 8 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from Mooketsi to Rustenburg in one day? +
Yes, for many drivers this can be done in one day.
Is taxi available from Mooketsi 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 Mooketsi to Rustenburg? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R733.63 (R23.25 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R737.10 (R23.36 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R817.25 (R25.90 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R823.88 (R26.11 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from Mooketsi to Rustenburg? +
Yes. There are 35 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

: Pretoria
From Mooketsi To Rustenburg
Tzaneen
From Mooketsi To Rustenburg
Polokwane Bypass
From Mooketsi To Rustenburg
: Rustenburg
From Mooketsi To Rustenburg
Wonderboom
From Mooketsi To Rustenburg
Krugersdorp
From Mooketsi To Rustenburg

Route Locations

Start area
Mooketsi, Limpopo
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available
Destination area
Rustenburg
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available

Distance comparisons

Here are similar South African routes with a close travel distance, prioritised by the same province or matching province pair where possible.

Johannesburg to Polokwane Overlapping province
About 293.1 km Difference: 145.2 km
Pretoria to Nelspruit Similar distance
About 276.4 km Difference: 161.8 km
Cape Town to George Similar distance
About 372.4 km Difference: 65.8 km
Rustenburg to Mahikeng Similar distance
About 161.5 km Difference: 276.7 km
Mbombela to Middelburg Similar distance
About 154.5 km Difference: 283.8 km

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