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Distance from Oudtshoorn N12 N1 to Welkom

Oudtshoorn N12 N1 to Welkom is a full long-distance road trip, covering about 891.0 km in roughly 10 hrs 7 min.

N Oudtshoorn N12 N1 → Welkom
Road distance
891.0 km
N1 R700
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
760.2 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
1.17×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
24
Info Travel board
Travel time
10 hrs 7 min
Start point
Langenhoven Street
Return: 15 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
607 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
88.0 km/h
Stop-adjusted ETA 5 planned rest stops
11 hrs 22 min
Fuel Service sign
Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R1,491.53
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R1,498.59
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R1,661.54
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R1,675.01
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R1,968.00
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R1,977.31
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R2,192.31
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R2,210.08
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R2,589.47
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R2,601.72
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R2,884.61
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R2,908.00
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🧭 Route vector
Compass bearing
36° NE
Forward azimuth heading
Return heading Reverse azimuth
216° SW
Coordinate delta Lat / Lon shift
North-East
Start coords Origin point
-33.6089, 22.2125
End coords Destination point
-27.9823, 26.7380
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.

891.0 km 10 hrs 7 min
Start Oudtshoorn N12 N1
Finish Welkom
Map key
Start point
Destination
Driving route
Navigation sign

Turn-by-turn directions

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  1. Head on Langenhoven Street
    0.0 km
  2. Turn left onto Rademeyer Street
    0.5 km
  3. Turn right onto Dassie Road
    0.2 km
  4. Turn left onto Springbok Road
    0.7 km
  5. At the roundabout, take the 3rd exit onto Springbok Road
    0.0 km
  6. Continue onto Springbok Road
    0.7 km
  7. At the end of the road, turn right
    172.5 km
  8. Continue right towards N1
    7.8 km
  9. At the roundabout, take the 3rd exit onto Donkin Street
    0.1 km
  10. Continue onto Donkin Street
    2.0 km
  11. Continue straight
    544.7 km
  12. Take the exit ramp slight left towards R700: Bultfontein
    0.5 km
  13. Turn left
    89.5 km
  14. Continue straight
    66.0 km
  15. Continue straight onto Stateway
    4.3 km
  16. At the roundabout, take the 2nd exit onto Stateway
    0.1 km
  17. Continue onto Stateway
    0.3 km
  18. At the roundabout, take the 2nd exit onto Stateway
    0.1 km
  19. Continue onto Stateway
    0.4 km
  20. Turn right onto Mooi Street
    0.3 km
  21. Continue make a U-turn onto Mooi Street
    0.1 km
  22. Turn left
    0.1 km
  23. Turn right
    0.0 km
  24. You have arrived at your destination
    0.0 km
Navigation sign

Tolls on this route

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Tolls found 0
Known total —
Main toll road N1
We found matching toll-road records for this route, but no tollgate point was close enough to the route line to display as a confirmed route toll.
N1 N1 N1 N1
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Stop Stopover sign
Halfway point
445.9 km
Mid-route position Road corridor partition
50 / 50
Time partition Start / finish split
5 hrs 3 min • 5 hrs 3 min
Waypoint reference Nearest route marker
Mid-route reference
Vec Consumption & emissions
Consumption & emissions profile
64.2 L needed
Highly direct • 7.2 L/100km baseline
CO2 emitted Estimated tailpipe output
148.2 kg
Fuel mass Approximate tank weight
48.1 kg
Cost per km Based on 95 Petrol
R1.68
Directness index As-the-crow-flies ratio
85.3%
☀ Solar data
Daylight window at Welkom
06:39 – 17:40
Active daylight
Solar noonHighest sun position
Total daylightUsable driving light
11 hrs 0 min
Light remainingUntil sunset
7 hrs 22 min
SunriseDawn break
06:39
Fin Tax & wear
Wear & SARS deduction
R3,724.38
Single trip SARS allowance
SARS rate R4.18/km fixed rate
R4.18/km
Tyre wear Estimated tread cost
R17.82
Service wear Oil & filter allocation
R178.20
Total trip wear Excludes fuel & tolls
R3,920.40
Nav Maneuver index
Navigation complexity
High (26)
Turn difficulty rating
Roundabouts Multi-path navigation
4
Lane merges Yield required
0
Complex forks Path selection
0
Highway exits Deceleration zones
5
Route atlas

Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

ZA-ATLAS
Origin Oudtshoorn N12 N1 Start: Langenhoven Street -33.60885, 22.21254
Midpoint
445.9 km
Total: 891.0 km
Midpoint 445.9 km
891.0 km 10 hrs 7 min
Destination Welkom -27.98230, 26.73797

Route sheet

Route class Resolved South Africa route
Province span South Africa
One-way road span 891.0 km
Return-cycle span 1,782.0 km
Traversal time 10 hrs 7 min
Maneuver count 24
Maneuver density 2.7 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 445.9 km

Coordinate frame

Start -33.60885, 22.21254
Midpoint -30.96219, 24.65548
End -27.98230, 26.73797
Destination services

Available in Welkom

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 1 nearby match around Welkom
1
Nearby category Clothing stores Top 4 nearby matches around Welkom
4
Nearby category Banks Top 1 nearby match around Welkom
1
Nearby category Fuel stations and garages Top 1 nearby match around Welkom
1
Nearby category Supermarkets Top 6 nearby matches around Welkom
6
Nearby category Shopping malls Top 2 nearby matches around Welkom
2
Destination brief

Travelling to Welkom

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

Standout Why Welkom stands out
Welkom should read like inland city-stop planning with a practical overnight angle rather than big-metro wording.
Arrival What to expect on arrival
Welkom arrivals are usually easiest when the route plan includes the final suburb and likely check-in time.
Regional base Good base for nearby trips
Best for Welkom as a destination, work trip or practical overnight break in the Free State.
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Questions 9
How far is Oudtshoorn N12 N1 from Welkom? +
Oudtshoorn N12 N1 is about 891.0 km from Welkom by road.
How long does it take from Oudtshoorn N12 N1 to Welkom? +
The drive usually takes about 10 hrs 7 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from Oudtshoorn N12 N1 to Welkom 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 Oudtshoorn N12 N1 to Welkom? +
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 Oudtshoorn N12 N1 to Welkom? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R1,491.53 (R23.25 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R1,498.59 (R23.36 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R1,661.54 (R25.90 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R1,675.01 (R26.11 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from Oudtshoorn N12 N1 to Welkom? +
No tollgates are 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

: Beaufort
From Oudtshoorn N12 N1 To Welkom
: Johannesburg
From Oudtshoorn N12 N1 To Welkom
: Bultfontein
From Oudtshoorn N12 N1 To Welkom
Stateway
From Oudtshoorn N12 N1 To Welkom

Route Locations

Start area
Oudtshoorn N12 N1, Western Cape
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available
Destination area
Welkom
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available

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