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Distance from Papegaai to Soweto

Papegaai to Soweto is a full long-distance road trip, covering about 428.6 km in roughly 5 hrs 21 min.

N Papegaai → Soweto
Road distance
428.6 km
266.3 mi • 231.4 nmi
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
349.9 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 20 min
Return: 42 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
320 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
80.1 km/h
Stop-adjusted ETA 2 planned rest stops
5 hrs 51 min
Fuel Service sign
Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R717.43
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R720.83
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R799.20
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R805.68
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R946.61
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R951.09
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R1,054.50
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R1,063.05
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R1,245.54
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R1,251.43
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R1,387.50
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R1,398.75
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Fastest drive Direct drive estimate
5 hrs 21 min
Comfort drive Allows a short stop
5 hrs 36 min
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Route class Operational trip category
Local shared
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Start, destination and route line.

428.6 km 5 hrs 21 min
Start Papegaai
Finish Soweto
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Start point
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
    31.2 km
  20. Take the exit ramp slight left towards N17: Soweto
    0.6 km
  21. At the end of the road, turn right
    3.5 km
  22. At the roundabout, take the 3rd exit onto Reverend Frederick Samuel Modise Road
    0.1 km
  23. Continue onto Reverend Frederick Samuel Modise Road
    2.2 km
  24. Turn slight left onto Sanders Road
    0.8 km
  25. At the end of the road, turn left onto Hekroodt Circle
    0.5 km
  26. Turn left onto Sanders Road
    0.7 km
  27. Turn right onto Forbes Road
    0.1 km
  28. Turn left onto Isigwe Street
    0.1 km
  29. You have arrived at your destination
    0.0 km
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Tolls on this route

R
Tolls found 40
Known total R1,028.00
Main toll road N1
This route includes 40 toll points from our database. The strongest toll-road match is N1. 8 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
Unnamed e-Toll gantry near -26.177, 27.945
Road: GFIP / Gauteng e-Toll network
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
e-Toll Fiscal
Road: Road not linked yet
R0.00
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
214.8 km
Mid-route position Road corridor partition
50 / 50
Time partition Start / finish split
2 hrs 40 min • 2 hrs 40 min
Waypoint reference Nearest route marker
Mid-route reference
Loc Route geography
Route geography
Papegaai → Soweto
Start and destination context
Start area Origin
Papegaai
Destination area Arrival
Soweto
Road span Street reference
— • —
Post Postal reference
Postal reference
— • —
Papegaai → Soweto
Papegaai Origin postcode
Not available
Soweto 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
135.5 km
Pretoria to Nelspruit Similar distance
152.2 km
Cape Town to George Similar distance
56.1 km
Rev Related route set
Related route set
Soweto → Papegaai
Papegaai ↔ Soweto
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Route atlas

Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

ZA-ATLAS
Origin Papegaai -23.16412, 28.70330
Midpoint
214.8 km
Total: 428.6 km
Midpoint 214.8 km
428.6 km 5 hrs 21 min
Destination Soweto -26.22278, 27.89000

Route sheet

Route class Resolved South Africa route
Province span South Africa
One-way road span 428.6 km
Return-cycle span 857.1 km
Traversal time 5 hrs 21 min
Maneuver count 29
Maneuver density 6.8 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 214.8 km

Coordinate frame

Start -23.16412, 28.70330
Midpoint -24.64170, 28.59790
End -26.22278, 27.89000
Destination services

Available in Soweto

Useful places near your destination, from everyday essentials to local stops that can help you settle in faster when you arrive.

Service groups 7
Schools Clothing stores Banks Fuel stations and garages Taxi ranks Supermarkets
Nearby category Schools Top 6 nearby matches around Soweto
6
Nearby category Clothing stores Top 6 nearby matches around Soweto
6
  • PEP
    Soweto, 1852, Gauteng
  • PEP
    Mohajana Street, Soweto, 1723, Gauteng
  • Woolworths
    Chris Hani Road, Soweto, 1862
  • PEP
    Chris Hani Road, Johannesburg, 1809, Gauteng
  • Woolworths
    Bolani Road, Soweto, 1808
  • Pep
    Mtambo Street, Dlamini Soweto
Nearby category Banks Top 4 nearby matches around Soweto
4
Nearby category Fuel stations and garages Top 6 nearby matches around Soweto
6
Nearby category Taxi ranks Top 1 nearby match around Soweto
1
Nearby category Supermarkets Top 6 nearby matches around Soweto
6
Nearby category Shopping malls Top 3 nearby matches around Soweto
3
Destination brief

Travelling to Soweto

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

Signature Historic township and cultural district
Standout History, identity and lived urban culture
Best for Who this destination suits
History and culture Guided tours Urban experience Day trip from Joburg
Arrival What to expect on arrival
Vilakazi Street, Orlando West and other parts of Soweto serve different trip purposes, so a named stop or exact venue is better than routing to Soweto alone.
Regional base Good base for nearby trips
Use Soweto for cultural touring, heritage travel and guided urban experiences tied to the wider Johannesburg trip.
Destination facts Quick reference details
Soweto Tourism represents a large network of local tourism businesses
The area is best experienced through named sites and neighbourhood-level planning
It carries strong heritage and community-based tourism value
Route support

Route FAQ

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Questions 9
How far is Papegaai from Soweto? +
Papegaai is about 428.6 km from Soweto by road.
How long does it take from Papegaai to Soweto? +
The drive usually takes about 5 hrs 21 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from Papegaai to Soweto in one day? +
Yes, for many drivers this can be done in one day.
Is taxi available from Papegaai to Soweto? +
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 Soweto? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R717.43 (R23.25 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R720.83 (R23.36 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R799.20 (R25.90 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R805.68 (R26.11 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from Papegaai to Soweto? +
Yes. There are 40 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 Soweto
: Germiston
From Papegaai To Soweto
Durban
From Papegaai To Soweto
Roodepoort
From Papegaai To Soweto
Bloemfontein
From Papegaai To Soweto
Western Bypass
From Papegaai To Soweto
: Soweto
From Papegaai To Soweto
Riverlea
From Papegaai To Soweto
Hekroodt Circle
From Papegaai To Soweto

Route Locations

Start area
Papegaai
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available
Destination area
Soweto
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: 135.5 km
Pretoria to Nelspruit Similar distance
About 276.4 km Difference: 152.2 km
Cape Town to George Similar distance
About 372.4 km Difference: 56.1 km
Rustenburg to Mahikeng Similar distance
About 161.5 km Difference: 267.1 km
Mbombela to Middelburg Similar distance
About 154.5 km Difference: 274.1 km

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