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Distance from Odendaalsrus to Bloemfontein

Odendaalsrus to Bloemfontein is a solid inter-town journey, covering about 177.3 km in roughly 2 hrs 21 min.

N Odendaalsrus → Bloemfontein
Road distance
177.3 km
110.2 mi • 95.7 nmi
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
145.6 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
1.22×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
16
Info Travel board
Travel time
2 hrs 21 min
Return: 4 hrs 43 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
2 hrs 21 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
74.9 km/h
Stop-adjusted ETA 1 planned rest stop
2 hrs 36 min
Fuel Service sign
Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R296.75
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R298.15
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R330.57
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R333.25
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R391.54
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R393.40
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R436.17
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R439.71
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R515.19
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R517.63
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R573.91
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R578.56
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Wx Destination weather
Today's outlook for Bloemfontein
11.0°C
Clear sky
Feels like Perceived temperature
9.9°C
Day range High / low
H 20° • L 10°
Rain chance Today's probability
67%
Wind 10m wind speed
9 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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177.3 km 2 hrs 21 min
Start Odendaalsrus
Finish Bloemfontein
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Driving route
Navigation sign

Turn-by-turn directions

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  1. Start your journey
    0.0 km
  2. Turn left onto Church Street
    0.1 km
  3. Turn right onto Odendaal Street
    1.1 km
  4. Turn left
    10.5 km
  5. Turn right
    66.0 km
  6. Continue straight
    95.6 km
  7. At the roundabout, take the 2nd exit onto Milner Road
    0.1 km
  8. Continue onto Milner Road
    1.4 km
  9. Continue straight onto Aliwal Street
    1.0 km
  10. Turn right onto 4th Street
    0.1 km
  11. Continue straight onto Collins Road
    0.4 km
  12. At the end of the road, turn right onto Barnes
    0.1 km
  13. Turn left onto Markgraaff Street
    0.6 km
  14. Turn left onto Merriam Makeba Street
    0.1 km
  15. Turn right
    0.1 km
  16. You have arrived at your destination
    0.0 km
Stop Stopover sign
Halfway point
88.8 km
Mid-route position Road corridor partition
50 / 50
Time partition Start / finish split
1 hr 10 min • 1 hr 10 min
Waypoint reference Nearest route marker
Mid-route reference
Loc Route geography
Route geography
Odendaalsrus → Bloemfontein
Start and destination context
Start area Origin
Odendaalsrus
Destination area Arrival
Bloemfontein
Road span Street reference
— • —
Post Postal reference
Postal reference
— • —
Odendaalsrus → Bloemfontein
Odendaalsrus Origin postcode
Not available
Bloemfontein Destination postcode
Not available
Province span Route area
South Africa
Set Nearby route set
Nearby route set
Bloemfontein to Kimberley
3 other similar routes
Bloemfontein to Kimberley Similar distance
34.4 km
Bloemfontein to Welkom Similar distance
41.9 km
Rustenburg to Mahikeng Similar distance
15.8 km
Rev Related route set
Related route set
Bloemfontein → Odendaalsrus
Odendaalsrus ↔ Bloemfontein
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Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

ZA-ATLAS
Origin Odendaalsrus -27.87417, 26.68528
Midpoint
88.8 km
Total: 177.3 km
Midpoint 88.8 km
177.3 km 2 hrs 21 min
Destination Bloemfontein -29.11640, 26.21550

Route sheet

Route class Resolved South Africa route
Province span South Africa
One-way road span 177.3 km
Return-cycle span 354.5 km
Traversal time 2 hrs 21 min
Maneuver count 16
Maneuver density 9.0 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 88.8 km

Coordinate frame

Start -27.87417, 26.68528
Midpoint -28.36155, 26.11556
End -29.11640, 26.21550
Destination services

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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 8
How far is Odendaalsrus from Bloemfontein? +
Odendaalsrus is about 177.3 km from Bloemfontein by road.
How long does it take from Odendaalsrus to Bloemfontein? +
The drive usually takes about 2 hrs 21 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from Odendaalsrus to Bloemfontein in one day? +
Yes, for many drivers this can be done in one day.
Is taxi available from Odendaalsrus 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 Odendaalsrus to Bloemfontein? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R296.75 (R23.25 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R298.15 (R23.36 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R330.57 (R25.90 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R333.25 (R26.11 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from Odendaalsrus to Bloemfontein? +
No tollgates are currently matched for this route.
What is the route verdict for this trip? +
Long same-day trip: This can work in one day, but a rest stop and early departure are recommended.
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. This route looks more local or regional, but always check signs and road conditions on the day.
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From Odendaalsrus To Bloemfontein

Route Locations

Start area
Odendaalsrus
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available
Destination area
Bloemfontein
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.

Bloemfontein to Kimberley Similar distance
About 142.8 km Difference: 34.4 km
Bloemfontein to Welkom Similar distance
About 135.4 km Difference: 41.9 km
Rustenburg to Mahikeng Similar distance
About 161.5 km Difference: 15.8 km
East London to Mthatha Similar distance
About 178.6 km Difference: 1.3 km
Mbombela to Middelburg Similar distance
About 154.5 km Difference: 22.8 km

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