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Distance from Onze Rust N1 to Potchefstroom

Onze Rust N1 to Potchefstroom is a full long-distance road trip, covering about 375.5 km in roughly 4 hrs 39 min.

N Onze Rust N1 → Potchefstroom
Road distance
375.5 km
N1 R723
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
299.8 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
1.25×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
16
Info Travel board
Travel time
4 hrs 39 min
Return: 19 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
279 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
80.5 km/h
Stop-adjusted ETA 2 planned rest stops
5 hrs 9 min
Fuel Service sign
Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km
93 Petrol R26.52 / litre
R716.98
95 Petrol R26.63 / litre
R719.96
Diesel 500ppm R32.30 / litre
R873.25
Diesel 50ppm R32.50 / litre
R878.66
93 Petrol R26.52 / litre
R946.02
95 Petrol R26.63 / litre
R949.94
Diesel 500ppm R32.30 / litre
R1,152.20
Diesel 50ppm R32.50 / litre
R1,159.34
93 Petrol R26.52 / litre
R1,244.76
95 Petrol R26.63 / litre
R1,249.93
Diesel 500ppm R32.30 / litre
R1,516.06
Diesel 50ppm R32.50 / litre
R1,525.45
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🧭 Route vector
Compass bearing
18° NNE
Forward azimuth heading
Return heading Reverse azimuth
198° SSW
Coordinate delta Lat / Lon shift
North-East
Start coords Origin point
-29.2773, 26.1701
End coords Destination point
-26.7078, 27.0958
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Route class Operational trip category
Local shared
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375.5 km 4 hrs 39 min
Start Onze Rust N1
Finish Potchefstroom
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Destination
Driving route
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Turn-by-turn directions

↑
  1. Start your journey
    0.7 km
  2. Turn right
    0.2 km
  3. Take the ramp right towards N1: Bloemfontein
    0.7 km
  4. Merge slight right onto Western Bypass
    301.3 km
  5. Take the exit ramp slight left towards R723: Vredefort
    0.6 km
  6. Turn left
    22.4 km
  7. Turn right onto Breë Street
    0.7 km
  8. Turn left onto Van Coller Street
    2.4 km
  9. Turn slight left
    0.1 km
  10. Go straight
    45.0 km
  11. Turn right onto Govan Mbeki Drive
    0.4 km
  12. Turn left onto Retief Street
    0.8 km
  13. Turn left onto Luke Street
    0.1 km
  14. Turn left
    0.0 km
  15. Turn right
    0.0 km
  16. You have arrived at your destination
    0.0 km
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Tolls on this route

R
Tolls found 1
Known total R78.50
Main toll road N1
This route includes 1 toll point from our database. The strongest toll-road match is N1.
Verkeerdevlei
Road: Road not linked yet
R78.50
Routes ↩ Potchefstroom → Onze Rust N1 Onze Rust N1 to Johannesburg Onze Rust N1 to Pretoria Onze Rust N1 to Cape Town Onze Rust N1 to Durban Johannesburg to Potchefstroom Pretoria to Potchefstroom Cape Town to Potchefstroom
Stop Stopover sign
Halfway point
188.0 km
Mid-route position Road corridor partition
50 / 50
Time partition Start / finish split
2 hrs 19 min • 2 hrs 19 min
Waypoint reference Nearest route marker
Mid-route reference
Vec Consumption & emissions
Consumption & emissions profile
27.0 L needed
Moderate efficiency • 7.2 L/100km baseline
CO2 emitted Estimated tailpipe output
62.5 kg
Fuel mass Approximate tank weight
20.3 kg
Cost per km Based on 95 Petrol
R1.92
Directness index As-the-crow-flies ratio
79.8%
☀ Solar data
Daylight window at Potchefstroom
06:40 – 17:34
Outside daylight hours
Solar noonHighest sun position
Total daylightUsable driving light
10 hrs 54 min
Light remainingUntil sunset
Expired
SunriseDawn break
06:40
Fin Tax & wear
Wear & SARS deduction
R1,569.57
Single trip SARS allowance
SARS rate R4.18/km fixed rate
R4.18/km
Tyre wear Estimated tread cost
R7.51
Service wear Oil & filter allocation
R75.10
Total trip wear Excludes fuel & tolls
R1,652.17
Nav Maneuver index
Navigation complexity
Low (3)
Turn difficulty rating
Roundabouts Multi-path navigation
0
Lane merges Yield required
1
Complex forks Path selection
0
Highway exits Deceleration zones
1
Route atlas

Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

ZA-ATLAS
Origin Onze Rust N1 -29.27728, 26.17014
Midpoint
188.0 km
Total: 375.5 km
Midpoint 188.0 km
375.5 km 4 hrs 39 min
Destination Potchefstroom -26.70778, 27.09583

Route sheet

Route class Resolved South Africa route
Province span South Africa
One-way road span 375.5 km
Return-cycle span 751.0 km
Traversal time 4 hrs 39 min
Maneuver count 16
Maneuver density 4.3 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 188.0 km

Coordinate frame

Start -29.27728, 26.17014
Midpoint -28.03557, 27.16436
End -26.70778, 27.09583
Destination services

Available in Potchefstroom

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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 Potchefstroom
6
Nearby category Clothing stores Top 3 nearby matches around Potchefstroom
3
  • PEP
    Potchefstroom, 2531, North West
  • Woolworths
    55 Nelson Mandela Drive Mooirivier Mall, Potchefstroom, 2531
  • PEP
    Potchefstroom, 2531, North West
Nearby category Banks Top 6 nearby matches around Potchefstroom
6
  • Standard Bank
    Walter Sisulu Avenue
  • African Bank
    James Moroka Avenue
  • Nedbank
    Nelson Mandela Drive, Potchefstroom, 2550
  • ABSA
    Govan Mbeki Drive, Potchefstroom, 2550
  • FNB
    Nelson Mandela Drive, Potchefstroom, 2531
  • Standard Bank
    Nelson Mandela Drive, Potchefstroom, 2531
Nearby category Fuel stations and garages Top 1 nearby match around Potchefstroom
1
Nearby category Supermarkets Top 6 nearby matches around Potchefstroom
6
  • Pick n Pay
    Walter Sisulu Avenue, Potchefstroom, 2531, Free State
  • Quickshop
    Potchefstroom
  • Shoprite
    Potchefstroom, 2531, North West
  • Superspar
    140 Albert Luthuli Drive, Potchefstroom
  • Quickshop
    Potchefstroom
  • Bonjour
    35 Chief Albert Luthuli Drive, Potchefstroom, 2531
Nearby category Shopping malls Top 1 nearby match around Potchefstroom
1
Destination brief

Travelling to Potchefstroom

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 university and business city
Standout Working city with academic and regional value
Potchefstroom carries a mixed identity of study, sport, business and practical urban services, which makes it more substantial than a simple pass-through North West city.
Best for Who this destination suits
University travel Business trip Regional city stay Sport and event travel
Arrival What to expect on arrival
Campus-side, business-centre and residential arrivals differ enough that the exact suburb or address should be named before departure.
Regional base Good base for nearby trips
Use Potchefstroom as a North West city base for academic travel, sport, business and regional road movement.
Destination facts Quick reference details
Tourism information for Potchefstroom highlights a thriving business community
The city supports shops, restaurants and local products
It functions as both a city stay and a practical regional node
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Questions 9
How far is Onze Rust N1 from Potchefstroom? +
Onze Rust N1 is about 375.5 km from Potchefstroom by road.
How long does it take from Onze Rust N1 to Potchefstroom? +
The drive usually takes about 4 hrs 39 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from Onze Rust N1 to Potchefstroom in one day? +
Yes, for many drivers this can be done in one day.
Is taxi available from Onze Rust N1 to Potchefstroom? +
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 Onze Rust N1 to Potchefstroom? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R716.98 (R26.52 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R719.96 (R26.63 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R873.25 (R32.30 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R878.66 (R32.50 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from Onze Rust N1 to Potchefstroom? +
Yes. There is 1 tollgate 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

Kaalspruit
From Onze Rust N1 To Potchefstroom
Onze Rust
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: Bloemfontein
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Western Bypass
From Onze Rust N1 To Potchefstroom
: Vredefort
From Onze Rust N1 To Potchefstroom
Heilbron
From Onze Rust N1 To Potchefstroom

Route Locations

Start area
Onze Rust N1, Free State
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available
Destination area
Potchefstroom
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available

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