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Distance from Papegaai to Roodepoort

Papegaai to Roodepoort is a full long-distance road trip, covering about 417.2 km in roughly 5 hrs 14 min.

N Papegaai → Roodepoort
Road distance
417.2 km
259.3 mi • 225.2 nmi
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
342.8 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
1.22×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
29
Info Travel board
Travel time
5 hrs 14 min
Return: 10 hrs 28 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
5 hrs 14 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
79.7 km/h
Stop-adjusted ETA 2 planned rest stops
5 hrs 44 min
Fuel Service sign
Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R698.43
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R701.74
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R778.04
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R784.35
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R921.54
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R925.90
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R1,026.58
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R1,034.90
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R1,212.56
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R1,218.29
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R1,350.76
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R1,361.71
See more fuel details from Papegaai to Roodepoort
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Fastest drive Direct drive estimate
5 hrs 14 min
Comfort drive Allows a short stop
5 hrs 29 min
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Route class Operational trip category
Local shared
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417.2 km 5 hrs 14 min
Start Papegaai
Finish Roodepoort
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Destination
Driving route
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Turn-by-turn directions

↑
  1. Start your journey
    0.4 km
  2. At the end of the road, turn left
    0.8 km
  3. Continue straight
    1.3 km
  4. At the end of the road, turn right
    2.6 km
  5. Turn right
    25.6 km
  6. Turn right
    5.5 km
  7. Turn right
    8.1 km
  8. At the end of the road, turn left
    99.3 km
  9. Turn right onto Thabo Mbeki Drive
    0.6 km
  10. Turn left onto Van Riebeeck Road
    5.3 km
  11. Continue straight
    0.5 km
  12. Turn slight right towards N1
    0.6 km
  13. Continue straight
    0.5 km
  14. Merge slight right
    215.4 km
  15. Take the exit ramp slight left towards N1: Johannesburg
    1.6 km
  16. Merge slight right onto Ben Schoeman Highway
    18.9 km
  17. Take the exit ramp slight left towards N1: Germiston
    0.3 km
  18. Keep slight right at the fork towards N1: Roodepoort
    1.5 km
  19. Merge slight right onto Western Bypass
    22.9 km
  20. Take the exit ramp slight left towards M8
    0.4 km
  21. Keep slight right at the fork towards M8
    0.1 km
  22. Turn right onto 14th Avenue
    0.4 km
  23. Continue straight onto William Nicol Street North
    2.0 km
  24. Turn left onto Daniel Malan Avenue
    0.1 km
  25. Turn right onto Louis Botha Drive
    0.7 km
  26. Continue straight onto Honeyball Avenue
    2.0 km
  27. Turn right
    0.0 km
  28. Turn slight left
    0.0 km
  29. You have arrived at your destination
    0.0 km
Navigation sign

Tolls on this route

R
Tolls found 38
Known total R1,028.00
Main toll road N1
This route includes 38 toll points from our database. The strongest toll-road match is N1. 7 Gauteng open-road / gantry toll points are shown as R0.00 because GFIP e-toll charging ended from 12 April 2024.
Unnamed e-Toll gantry near -25.939, 28.140
Road: GFIP / Gauteng e-Toll network
R0.00
Pumulani
Road: Road not linked yet
R16.50
e-Toll Owl
Road: Road not linked yet
R0.00
Carousel
Road: Road not linked yet
R75.00
e-Toll Gantry TG001
Road: GFIP / Gauteng e-Toll network
R0.00
Pumulani
Road: Road not linked yet
R16.50
Unnamed e-Toll gantry near -25.819, 28.254
Road: GFIP / Gauteng e-Toll network
R0.00
Carousel
Road: Road not linked yet
R75.00
Zambesi
Road: Road not linked yet
R15.00
Zambesi
Road: Road not linked yet
R15.00
Wallmansthal
Road: Road not linked yet
R7.50
e-Toll Sunbird
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
e-Toll Pikoko
Road: Road not linked yet
R0.00
Wallmansthal
Road: Road not linked yet
R7.50
Kranskop
Road: Road not linked yet
R61.50
Kranskop
Road: Road not linked yet
R61.50
Kranskop
Road: Road not linked yet
R61.50
Kranskop
Road: Road not linked yet
R61.50
Stormvoël
Road: Road not linked yet
R12.50
Stormvoël
Road: Road not linked yet
R12.50
Unnamed e-Toll gantry near -26.092, 27.968
Road: GFIP / Gauteng e-Toll network
R0.00
Carousel
Road: Road not linked yet
R75.00
Maubane
Road: Road not linked yet
R33.00
Unnamed e-Toll gantry near -26.131, 27.938
Road: GFIP / Gauteng e-Toll network
R0.00
Maubane
Road: Road not linked yet
R33.00
Unnamed e-Toll gantry near -25.848, 28.229
Road: GFIP / Gauteng e-Toll network
R0.00
e-Toll Blouvalk
Road: Road not linked yet
R0.00
Unnamed e-Toll gantry near -26.041, 28.077
Road: GFIP / Gauteng e-Toll network
R0.00
e-Toll Ihobe
Road: Road not linked yet
R0.00
e-Toll Ivusi
Road: Road not linked yet
R0.00
Murrayhill
Road: Road not linked yet
R0.00
Hammanskraal
Road: Road not linked yet
R35.00
Murrayhill
Road: Road not linked yet
R0.00
Hammanskraal
Road: Road not linked yet
R35.00
Stop Stopover sign
Halfway point
209.1 km
Mid-route position Road corridor partition
50 / 50
Time partition Start / finish split
2 hrs 37 min • 2 hrs 37 min
Waypoint reference Nearest route marker
Mid-route reference
Loc Route geography
Route geography
Papegaai → Roodepoort
Start and destination context
Start area Origin
Papegaai
Destination area Arrival
Roodepoort
Road span Street reference
— • —
Post Postal reference
Postal reference
— • —
Papegaai → Roodepoort
Papegaai Origin postcode
Not available
Roodepoort Destination postcode
Not available
Province span Route area
South Africa
Set Nearby route set
Nearby route set
Johannesburg to Polokwane
3 other similar routes
Johannesburg to Polokwane Similar distance
124.2 km
Pretoria to Nelspruit Similar distance
140.8 km
Cape Town to George Similar distance
44.8 km
Rev Related route set
Related route set
Roodepoort → Papegaai
Papegaai ↔ Roodepoort
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Route atlas

Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

ZA-ATLAS
Origin Papegaai -23.16412, 28.70330
Midpoint
209.1 km
Total: 417.2 km
Midpoint 209.1 km
417.2 km 5 hrs 14 min
Destination Roodepoort -26.15639, 27.88583

Route sheet

Route class Resolved South Africa route
Province span South Africa
One-way road span 417.2 km
Return-cycle span 834.4 km
Traversal time 5 hrs 14 min
Maneuver count 29
Maneuver density 7.0 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 209.1 km

Coordinate frame

Start -23.16412, 28.70330
Midpoint -24.60818, 28.64030
End -26.15639, 27.88583
Destination services

Available in Roodepoort

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 Roodepoort
6
Nearby category Clothing stores Top 5 nearby matches around Roodepoort
5
  • Woolworths
    Crous Drive Westgate Mall, Roodepoort, 1724
  • Pick n Pay Clothing
    Struben Valley, 1735, Gauteng
  • PEP
    14th Avenue, Roodepoort, Gauteng
  • PEP
    Mcgarth Street, Roodepoort, 1724, Gauteng
  • PEP
    Mohajana Street, Soweto, 1723, Gauteng
Nearby category Banks Top 4 nearby matches around Roodepoort
4
Nearby category Fuel stations and garages Top 3 nearby matches around Roodepoort
3
Nearby category Supermarkets Top 6 nearby matches around Roodepoort
6
Nearby category Shopping malls Top 1 nearby match around Roodepoort
1
Destination brief

Travelling to Roodepoort

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

Signature West Rand urban district
Standout Residential-western Gauteng base with local attractions
Roodepoort is most useful as a western Gauteng district destination, where lakes, heritage, suburban stays and west-side city access matter more than conventional sightseeing expectations.
Best for Who this destination suits
West Rand stay Suburban access Practical city routing Short business trip
Arrival What to expect on arrival
The final suburb matters because Roodepoort covers a broad urban area and a stay near Florida Lake is not the same as one closer to the highway or industrial side.
Regional base Good base for nearby trips
Use Roodepoort as a western Gauteng base for suburban stays, local attractions and route positioning on the West Rand.
Destination facts Quick reference details
Regional travel information highlights attractions such as Florida Lake and local museums
Roodepoort is best understood as a broad urban district rather than a single compact centre
Its route value comes from west-side Gauteng positioning
Route support

Route FAQ

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Questions 9
How far is Papegaai from Roodepoort? +
Papegaai is about 417.2 km from Roodepoort by road.
How long does it take from Papegaai to Roodepoort? +
The drive usually takes about 5 hrs 14 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from Papegaai to Roodepoort in one day? +
Yes, for many drivers this can be done in one day.
Is taxi available from Papegaai to Roodepoort? +
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 Papegaai to Roodepoort? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R698.43 (R23.25 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R701.74 (R23.36 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R778.04 (R25.90 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R784.35 (R26.11 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from Papegaai to Roodepoort? +
Yes. There are 38 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

: Johannesburg
From Papegaai To Roodepoort
: Germiston
From Papegaai To Roodepoort
Durban
From Papegaai To Roodepoort
Bloemfontein
From Papegaai To Roodepoort
: Roodepoort
From Papegaai To Roodepoort
Western Bypass
From Papegaai To Roodepoort

Route Locations

Start area
Papegaai
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available
Destination area
Roodepoort
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: 124.2 km
Pretoria to Nelspruit Similar distance
About 276.4 km Difference: 140.8 km
Cape Town to George Similar distance
About 372.4 km Difference: 44.8 km
Rustenburg to Mahikeng Similar distance
About 161.5 km Difference: 255.7 km
Mbombela to Middelburg Similar distance
About 154.5 km Difference: 262.7 km

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