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Distance from Nairobi Expressway to Cape Town

Nairobi Expressway to Cape Town is a full long-distance road trip, covering about 5,225.3 km in roughly 64 hrs 18 min.

N Nairobi Expressway → Cape Town
Road distance
5,225.3 km
M60 N1 N12
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
4,101.9 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
1.27×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
126
Info Travel board
Travel time
64 hrs 18 min
Start point
Nairobi Expressway
End point
Gallery Lane
Return: 36 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
3858 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
81.3 km/h
Stop-adjusted ETA 32 planned rest stops
72 hrs 18 min
Fuel Service sign
Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R8,747.22
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R8,788.60
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R9,744.21
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R9,823.22
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R11,541.47
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R11,596.07
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R12,856.94
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R12,961.19
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R15,186.14
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R15,257.99
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R16,917.03
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R17,054.20
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🧭 Route vector
Compass bearing
206° SSW
Forward azimuth heading
Return heading Reverse azimuth
26° NNE
Coordinate delta Lat / Lon shift
South-West
Start coords Origin point
-1.3434, 36.9006
End coords Destination point
-33.9288, 18.4172
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Route class Operational trip category
Local shared
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5,225.3 km 64 hrs 18 min
Start Nairobi Expressway
Finish Cape Town
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Start point
Destination
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Turn-by-turn directions

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  1. Head on Nairobi Expressway
    5.1 km
  2. Take the exit ramp slight left
    0.5 km
  3. Merge slight left onto Mombasa Road
    6.5 km
  4. Keep slight left at the fork onto Mombasa Road towards A104
    0.9 km
  5. Keep slight left at the fork onto Nairobi-Namanga Road
    0.8 km
  6. Continue straight onto Namanga Road
    15.5 km
  7. Continue straight onto Nairobi-Namanga Road
    119.8 km
  8. Continue straight onto Arusha Road
    99.5 km
  9. Turn right
    0.1 km
  10. Go straight onto Northwest Arusha Bypass Road
    5.0 km
  11. At the roundabout, take the 3rd exit
    0.1 km
  12. Continue
    168.1 km
  13. Continue left
    5.2 km
  14. At the end of the road, turn left
    52.3 km
  15. Go straight
    25.9 km
  16. At the roundabout, take the 2nd exit
    0.0 km
  17. Continue
    0.0 km
  18. Turn slight left
    136.4 km
  19. At the roundabout, take the 1st exit
    0.0 km
  20. Continue
    17.4 km
  21. At the roundabout, take the 3rd exit onto Arusha Road
    0.1 km
  22. Continue onto Arusha Road
    0.6 km
  23. At the roundabout, take the 2nd exit
    0.0 km
  24. Continue
    2.2 km
  25. At the roundabout, take the 2nd exit
    0.0 km
  26. Continue
    1.2 km
  27. At the roundabout, take the 2nd exit
    0.0 km
  28. Continue
    18.6 km
  29. At the roundabout, take the 1st exit
    0.1 km
  30. Continue
    215.6 km
  31. Go straight
    4.2 km
  32. At the roundabout, take the 2nd exit
    0.1 km
  33. Continue
    5.7 km
  34. Keep slight left at the fork onto Dodoma Highway
    6.1 km
  35. Turn left
    0.2 km
  36. Turn right
    0.9 km
  37. Continue straight
    0.8 km
  38. Turn left onto Utalii Road
    0.0 km
  39. Turn right
    0.3 km
  40. Keep slight left at the fork
    0.5 km
  41. At the end of the road, turn right
    0.2 km
  42. At the end of the road, turn left
    0.2 km
  43. At the end of the road, turn right
    159.1 km
  44. Keep slight right at the fork
    160.5 km
  45. Continue left
    41.5 km
  46. Turn slight left
    61.4 km
  47. Continue straight
    45.6 km
  48. At the roundabout, take the 2nd exit
    0.0 km
  49. Continue
    221.4 km
  50. At the roundabout, take the 1st exit
    0.0 km
  51. Continue
    0.6 km
  52. At the roundabout, take the 2nd exit onto Glyn Jones Road
    0.0 km
  53. Continue onto Glyn Jones Road
    0.6 km
  54. At the roundabout, take the 2nd exit
    0.0 km
  55. Continue
    29.2 km
  56. Go straight
    12.5 km
  57. Turn right
    292.7 km
  58. Merge left
    5.8 km
  59. Turn right
    143.4 km
  60. Turn left
    4.6 km
  61. Turn right
    61.2 km
  62. At the end of the road, turn right
    57.4 km
  63. Continue straight
    113.0 km
  64. At the roundabout, take the 1st exit
    0.0 km
  65. Continue
    14.5 km
  66. At the roundabout, take the 1st exit
    0.0 km
  67. Continue
    1.6 km
  68. Go straight onto Kilometro_18
    83.4 km
  69. At the roundabout, take the 3rd exit
    0.1 km
  70. Continue
    49.1 km
  71. Continue straight
    227.8 km
  72. At the roundabout, take the 2nd exit onto ED Mnangagwa Road
    0.0 km
  73. Continue onto ED Mnangagwa Road
    5.0 km
  74. At the roundabout, take the 2nd exit onto ED Mnangagwa Road
    0.0 km
  75. Continue onto ED Mnangagwa Road
    2.2 km
  76. Continue straight onto Enterprise Road
    0.6 km
  77. Turn right onto Samora Machel Avenue
    2.4 km
  78. Turn left onto Abdel Gamal Nasser Road
    2.2 km
  79. Take the exit ramp left
    0.3 km
  80. Continue straight onto Simon Mazorodze Road
    5.1 km
  81. At the roundabout, take the 2nd exit onto Simon Mazorodze Road
    0.0 km
  82. Continue onto Simon Mazorodze Road
    12.6 km
  83. Continue slight right onto Harare-Beitbridge Road
    21.8 km
  84. Continue straight onto Harare Masvingo Beitbridge Road
    48.5 km
  85. Continue straight onto Harare-Beitbridge Road
    48.9 km
  86. At the roundabout, take the 3rd exit onto Harare-Beitbridge Road
    0.2 km
  87. Continue onto Harare-Beitbridge Road
    2.5 km
  88. At the roundabout, take the 3rd exit onto Harare-Beitbridge Road
    0.1 km
  89. Continue onto Harare-Beitbridge Road
    145.9 km
  90. Continue straight onto Josiah Tongogara Road
    4.2 km
  91. Turn right onto Robert Mugabe Way
    0.9 km
  92. Continue straight onto Harare-Beitbridge Highway
    1.2 km
  93. At the roundabout, take the 2nd exit onto Harare-Beitbridge Highway
    0.1 km
  94. Continue onto Harare-Beitbridge Highway
    280.5 km
  95. At the roundabout, take the 1st exit onto Harare-Beitbridge Highway
    0.0 km
  96. Continue onto Harare-Beitbridge Highway
    4.1 km
  97. At the roundabout, take the 3rd exit onto Harare-Beitbridge Highway
    0.1 km
  98. Continue onto Harare-Beitbridge Highway
    0.9 km
  99. At the roundabout, take the 2nd exit onto Harare-Beitbridge Highway
    0.1 km
  100. Continue onto Harare-Beitbridge Highway
    0.3 km
  101. Continue straight
    94.2 km
  102. Go straight
    10.8 km
  103. At the roundabout, take the 2nd exit
    0.0 km
  104. Continue
    5.0 km
  105. At the roundabout, take the 2nd exit
    0.1 km
  106. Continue
    383.2 km
  107. Take the exit ramp slight left towards N1: Johannesburg
    1.6 km
  108. Merge slight right onto Ben Schoeman Highway
    18.9 km
  109. Continue straight
    28.2 km
  110. Keep slight right at the fork
    0.8 km
  111. Take the exit ramp slight left towards N12: Soweto
    1.4 km
  112. Merge slight right onto Southern Bypass
    6.1 km
  113. Keep slight right at the fork
    915.9 km
  114. At the roundabout, take the 3rd exit onto Donkin Street
    0.1 km
  115. Continue onto Donkin Street
    388.0 km
  116. Continue straight
    73.3 km
  117. Take the exit ramp slight left towards M60: Cape Town
    0.5 km
  118. Keep slight left at the fork towards M60: Zonnebloem
    0.1 km
  119. Turn slight left onto Christiaan Barnard Street
    0.9 km
  120. Turn right onto Sir Lowry Road
    0.3 km
  121. Continue slight right onto Darling Street
    0.1 km
  122. Turn left onto Buitenkant Street
    0.6 km
  123. Turn right onto Roeland Street
    0.3 km
  124. At the end of the road, turn left onto Saint Johns Road
    0.2 km
  125. Turn right onto Gallery Lane
    0.1 km
  126. You have arrived at your destination
    0.0 km
Navigation sign

Tolls on this route

R
Tolls found 52
Known total R1,792.00
Main toll road N1
This route includes 52 toll points from our database. The strongest toll-road match is N1. 6 Gauteng open-road / gantry toll points are shown as R0.00 because GFIP e-toll charging ended from 12 April 2024.
Huguenot
Road: Road not linked yet
R54.50
Carousel
Road: Road not linked yet
R75.00
e-Toll Sunbird
Road: Road not linked yet
R0.00
Huguenot
Road: Road not linked yet
R54.50
Unnamed e-Toll gantry near -26.263, 27.976
Road: GFIP / Gauteng e-Toll network
R0.00
e-Toll Pikoko
Road: Road not linked yet
R0.00
Unnamed toll booth near Huguenot
Road: Near Huguenot / N1 corridor
R0.00
Huguenot
Road: Road not linked yet
R54.50
Vaal
Road: Road not linked yet
R91.50
e-Toll Gantry TG001
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
Vaal
Road: Road not linked yet
R91.50
Kranskop
Road: Road not linked yet
R61.50
Pumulani
Road: Road not linked yet
R16.50
Kranskop
Road: Road not linked yet
R61.50
Kranskop
Road: Road not linked yet
R61.50
Kranskop
Road: Road not linked yet
R61.50
Pumulani
Road: Road not linked yet
R16.50
Verkeerdevlei
Road: Road not linked yet
R78.50
Zambesi
Road: Road not linked yet
R15.00
Grasmere
Road: Road not linked yet
R27.50
Grasmere
Road: Road not linked yet
R27.50
Zambesi
Road: Road not linked yet
R15.00
Unnamed e-Toll gantry near -25.819, 28.254
Road: GFIP / Gauteng e-Toll network
R0.00
e-Toll Ivusi
Road: Road not linked yet
R0.00
Nyl
Road: Road not linked yet
R79.50
Nyl
Road: Road not linked yet
R79.50
Nyl
Road: Road not linked yet
R79.50
Nyl
Road: Road not linked yet
R79.50
Carousel
Road: Road not linked yet
R75.00
Maubane
Road: Road not linked yet
R33.00
Carousel
Road: Road not linked yet
R75.00
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
Maubane
Road: Road not linked yet
R33.00
Wallmansthal
Road: Road not linked yet
R7.50
Wallmansthal
Road: Road not linked yet
R7.50
Murrayhill
Road: Road not linked yet
R0.00
Routes ↩ Cape Town → Nairobi Expressway Nairobi Expressway to Johannesburg Nairobi Expressway to Pretoria Nairobi Expressway to Cape Town Nairobi Expressway to Durban Johannesburg to Cape Town Pretoria to Cape Town Durban to Cape Town
Stop Stopover sign
Halfway point
2,618.0 km
Mid-route position Road corridor partition
50 / 50
Time partition Start / finish split
32 hrs 9 min • 32 hrs 9 min
Waypoint reference Nearest route marker
Mid-route reference
Vec Consumption & emissions
Consumption & emissions profile
376.2 L needed
Moderate efficiency • 7.2 L/100km baseline
CO2 emitted Estimated tailpipe output
869.1 kg
Fuel mass Approximate tank weight
282.2 kg
Cost per km Based on 95 Petrol
R1.68
Directness index As-the-crow-flies ratio
78.5%
☀ Solar data
Daylight window at Cape Town
07:21 – 18:04
Active daylight
Solar noonHighest sun position
Total daylightUsable driving light
10 hrs 42 min
Light remainingUntil sunset
4 hrs 8 min
SunriseDawn break
07:21
Fin Tax & wear
Wear & SARS deduction
R21,841.91
Single trip SARS allowance
SARS rate R4.18/km fixed rate
R4.18/km
Tyre wear Estimated tread cost
R104.51
Service wear Oil & filter allocation
R1,045.07
Total trip wear Excludes fuel & tolls
R22,991.49
Nav Maneuver index
Navigation complexity
Very High (169)
Turn difficulty rating
Roundabouts Multi-path navigation
28
Lane merges Yield required
4
Complex forks Path selection
8
Highway exits Deceleration zones
33
Route atlas

Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

ZA-ATLAS
Origin Nairobi Expressway Start: Nairobi Expressway -1.34342, 36.90064
Midpoint
2,618.0 km
Total: 5,225.3 km
Midpoint 2,618.0 km
5,225.3 km 64 hrs 18 min
Destination Cape Town End: Gallery Lane -33.92883, 18.41722

Route sheet

Route class Resolved South Africa route
Province span South Africa
One-way road span 5,225.3 km
Return-cycle span 10,450.7 km
Traversal time 64 hrs 18 min
Maneuver count 126
Maneuver density 2.4 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 2,618.0 km

Coordinate frame

Start -1.34342, 36.90064
Midpoint -17.59434, 31.92222
End -33.92883, 18.41722
Destination services

Available in Cape Town

Useful places near your destination, from everyday essentials to local stops that can help you settle in faster when you arrive.

Service groups 7
Schools Clothing stores Banks Fuel stations and garages Supermarkets Pharmacies
Nearby category Schools Top 6 nearby matches around Cape Town
6
Nearby category Clothing stores Top 6 nearby matches around Cape Town
6
Nearby category Banks Top 6 nearby matches around Cape Town
6
Nearby category Fuel stations and garages Top 6 nearby matches around Cape Town
6
  • Shell
    1 Orange Street, Cape Town, 8001, Western Cape
  • Shell Select
    130 Buitenkant Street, Cape Town, 8001, Western Cape
  • Shell
    Cape Town, 8001, Western Cape
  • Shell Select
    8001, Western Cape
  • Shell
    Main Road, Sea Point, Cape Town, 8005, Western Cape
  • Shell Select
    8005, Western Cape
Nearby category Supermarkets Top 6 nearby matches around Cape Town
6
Nearby category Pharmacies Top 2 nearby matches around Cape Town
2
Nearby category Shopping malls Top 6 nearby matches around Cape Town
6
Destination brief

Travelling to Cape Town

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

Signature Mother City
Standout Table Mountain, coast and neighbourhood variety
Cape Town combines mountain, ocean and sharply different neighbourhoods in a way few South African cities can match, which is why the exact district matters almost as much as the city name itself.
Best for Who this destination suits
City break Food and culture Beach trip Conference travel
Arrival What to expect on arrival
A CBD arrival is not the same trip as Camps Bay, Sea Point, Century City, the southern suburbs or the airport side. Choose the exact district before departure.
Local pulse
Cape Town Tourism continues to actively promote current events, deals and trip-planning tools, which makes live city timing relevant to route planning.
Updated: 2026-04-08 · Source: Cape Town Tourism
Regional base Good base for nearby trips
Use Cape Town as a base for urban sightseeing, Atlantic and False Bay coast days, Winelands links and longer Western Cape touring.
Destination facts Quick reference details
Cape Town Tourism offers trip-planning tools for places to stay, eat and see
The city works for both leisure and conference travel
Neighbourhood choice strongly shapes the trip
Route support

Route FAQ

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Questions 9
How far is Nairobi Expressway from Cape Town? +
Nairobi Expressway is about 5,225.3 km from Cape Town by road.
How long does it take from Nairobi Expressway to Cape Town? +
The drive usually takes about 64 hrs 18 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from Nairobi Expressway to Cape Town 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 Nairobi Expressway to Cape Town? +
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 Nairobi Expressway to Cape Town? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R8,747.22 (R23.25 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R8,788.60 (R23.36 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R9,744.21 (R25.90 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R9,823.22 (R26.11 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from Nairobi Expressway to Cape Town? +
Yes. There are 52 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

A104
From Nairobi Expressway To Cape Town
Kilometro_18
From Nairobi Expressway To Cape Town
Robert Mugabe Way
From Nairobi Expressway To Cape Town
: Johannesburg
From Nairobi Expressway To Cape Town
: Soweto
From Nairobi Expressway To Cape Town
Kimberley
From Nairobi Expressway To Cape Town
Bloemfontein
From Nairobi Expressway To Cape Town
ern Bypass
From Nairobi Expressway To Cape Town
: Cape Town
From Nairobi Expressway To Cape Town
: Zonnebloem
From Nairobi Expressway To Cape Town

Route Locations

Start area
Nairobi Expressway, Nairobi
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available
Destination area
Cape Town
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available

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