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Distance from Nelspruit to Rustenburg

Nelspruit to Rustenburg is a full long-distance road trip, covering about 435.7 km in roughly 4 hrs 58 min.

N Nelspruit → Rustenburg
Road distance
435.7 km
N1 N4 R24 R539
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
375.3 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
1.16×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
21
Info Travel board
Travel time
4 hrs 58 min
Start point
Ferreira Street
End point
President Thabo Mbeki Drive
Return: 56 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
298 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
87.7 km/h
Stop-adjusted ETA 2 planned rest stops
5 hrs 28 min
Fuel Service sign
Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R729.44
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R732.89
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R812.58
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R819.17
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R962.45
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R967.01
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R1,072.15
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R1,080.84
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R1,266.38
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R1,272.38
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R1,410.73
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R1,422.16
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🧭 Route vector
Compass bearing
266° W
Forward azimuth heading
Return heading Reverse azimuth
86° E
Coordinate delta Lat / Lon shift
South-West
Start coords Origin point
-25.4729, 30.9773
End coords Destination point
-25.6657, 27.2414
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Route class Operational trip category
Local shared
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435.7 km 4 hrs 58 min
Start Nelspruit
Finish Rustenburg
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Start point
Destination
Driving route
Navigation sign

Turn-by-turn directions

↑
  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 right at the fork
    102.2 km
  10. Take the exit ramp slight left towards N4
    0.4 km
  11. Keep slight right at the fork towards N4
    0.5 km
  12. Keep slight left at the fork towards N4: Polokwane
    0.5 km
  13. Keep slight right at the fork towards N1
    0.9 km
  14. Merge slight right
    9.6 km
  15. Take the exit ramp slight left towards N4: Rustenburg
    1.3 km
  16. Continue straight onto Platinum Highway
    105.8 km
  17. Take the exit ramp slight left towards R24: Rustenburg
    0.5 km
  18. Turn right
    2.4 km
  19. Turn left onto Nelson Mandela Street
    2.4 km
  20. Turn right onto President Thabo Mbeki Drive
    0.4 km
  21. You have arrived at your destination
    0.0 km
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Tolls on this route

R
Tolls found 31
Known total R888.00
Main toll road N4
This route includes 31 toll points from our database. The strongest toll-road match is N4.
Middleburg Toll Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R84.00
Doornpoort Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R20.00
Middleburg Toll Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R84.00
Doornpoort Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R20.00
Doornpoort Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R20.00
Machado Toll Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R126.00
Zambesi
Road: Road not linked yet
R15.00
Brits Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R20.00
Brits Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R20.00
Zambesi
Road: Road not linked yet
R15.00
Unnamed toll gantry near Diamond Hill Plaza
Road: Near Diamond Hill Plaza
R0.00
Doornpoort Plaza
Road: N4 Bakwena corridor
R20.00
Doornpoort Plaza
Road: N4 Bakwena corridor
R20.00
Donkerhoek Tollstation
Road: Road not linked yet
R17.00
Donkerhoek Tollstation
Road: Road not linked yet
R17.00
Kroondal
Road: Road not linked yet
R20.00
Diamond Hill Plaza (West)
Road: Road not linked yet
R51.00
Diamond Hill Plaza (East)
Road: Road not linked yet
R51.00
Buffelspoort Ramp Plaza
Road:
R20.00
Unnamed toll gantry near Diamond Hill Plaza
Road: Near Diamond Hill Plaza
R0.00
Buffelspoort Ramp Plaza
Road:
R20.00
Kroondal
Road: Road not linked yet
R20.00
Stormvoël
Road: Road not linked yet
R12.50
Stormvoël
Road: Road not linked yet
R12.50
Marikana Toll Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R30.00
Cullinan Ramp Plaza
Road:
R21.00
Cullinan Ramp Plaza
Road:
R21.00
Valtaki East Ramp Plaza
Road:
R39.00
Valtaki East Ramp Plaza
Road:
R39.00
Pumulani
Road: Road not linked yet
R16.50
Pumulani
Road: Road not linked yet
R16.50
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Stop Stopover sign
Halfway point
217.7 km
Mid-route position Road corridor partition
50 / 50
Time partition Start / finish split
2 hrs 29 min • 2 hrs 29 min
Waypoint reference Nearest route marker
Mid-route reference
Vec Consumption & emissions
Consumption & emissions profile
31.4 L needed
Highly direct • 7.2 L/100km baseline
CO2 emitted Estimated tailpipe output
72.5 kg
Fuel mass Approximate tank weight
23.5 kg
Cost per km Based on 95 Petrol
R1.68
Directness index As-the-crow-flies ratio
86.1%
☀ Solar data
Daylight window at Rustenburg
06:34 – 17:41
Outside daylight hours
Solar noonHighest sun position
Total daylightUsable driving light
11 hrs 6 min
Light remainingUntil sunset
Expired
SunriseDawn break
06:34
Fin Tax & wear
Wear & SARS deduction
R1,821.41
Single trip SARS allowance
SARS rate R4.18/km fixed rate
R4.18/km
Tyre wear Estimated tread cost
R8.71
Service wear Oil & filter allocation
R87.15
Total trip wear Excludes fuel & tolls
R1,917.28
Nav Maneuver index
Navigation complexity
High (16)
Turn difficulty rating
Roundabouts Multi-path navigation
0
Lane merges Yield required
2
Complex forks Path selection
4
Highway exits Deceleration zones
4
Route atlas

Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

ZA-ATLAS
Origin Nelspruit Start: Ferreira Street -25.47291, 30.97727
Midpoint
217.7 km
Total: 435.7 km
Midpoint 217.7 km
435.7 km 4 hrs 58 min
Destination Rustenburg End: President Thabo Mbeki Drive -25.66566, 27.24145

Route sheet

Route class Resolved South Africa route
Province span South Africa
One-way road span 435.7 km
Return-cycle span 871.5 km
Traversal time 4 hrs 58 min
Maneuver count 21
Maneuver density 4.8 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 217.7 km

Coordinate frame

Start -25.47291, 30.97727
Midpoint -25.88117, 29.17332
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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Questions 9
How far is Nelspruit from Rustenburg? +
Nelspruit is about 435.7 km from Rustenburg by road.
How long does it take from Nelspruit to Rustenburg? +
The drive usually takes about 4 hrs 58 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from Nelspruit to Rustenburg in one day? +
Yes, for many drivers this can be done in one day.
Is taxi available from Nelspruit 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 Nelspruit to Rustenburg? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R729.44 (R23.25 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R732.89 (R23.36 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R812.58 (R25.90 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R819.17 (R26.11 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from Nelspruit to Rustenburg? +
Yes. There are 31 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

Schoemanskloof
From Nelspruit To Rustenburg
: Polokwane
From Nelspruit To Rustenburg
: Rustenburg
From Nelspruit To Rustenburg
Wonderboom
From Nelspruit To Rustenburg
Krugersdorp
From Nelspruit To Rustenburg

Route Locations

Start area
Nelspruit, Mpumalanga
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 Similar distance
About 293.1 km Difference: 142.7 km
Pretoria to Nelspruit Overlapping province
About 276.4 km Difference: 159.3 km
Cape Town to George Similar distance
About 372.4 km Difference: 63.3 km
Mbombela to Middelburg Overlapping province
About 154.5 km Difference: 281.3 km
Rustenburg to Mahikeng Similar distance
About 161.5 km Difference: 274.2 km

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