Distance from Pietermaritzburg to Bloemfontein

Directions from Pietermaritzburg to Bloemfontein via N3 and N5 and N1

National highway route N3N5N1
Directions from Pietermaritzburg to Bloemfontein via M30

Metro arterial route M30
Head on Pietermaritz Street

0.1 km
Turn right onto Chief Albert Luthuli Road

0.7 km
Continue straight onto Howick Road

2.8 km
At the roundabout, take the 2nd exit onto Peter Brown Drive

0.0 km
Continue onto Peter Brown Drive

0.1 km
Take the ramp straight towards N3: Harrismith

0.4 km
Merge slight right

161.4 km
Continue straight

50.4 km
Take the exit ramp slight left towards N5: Harrismith

0.7 km
Continue straight

0.1 km
Merge slight right towards N5: Harrismith

90.2 km
Continue left onto Eeufees Street

1.2 km
Continue straight onto Church Street

136.4 km
Take the exit ramp left towards N1: Bloemfontein

0.7 km
Merge slight right towards N1: Bloemfontein

94.9 km
Take the exit ramp slight left towards M30: Mangaung

0.9 km
Continue straight onto Raymond Mhlaba Street

7.8 km
At the roundabout, take the 2nd exit onto Raymond Mhlaba Street

0.0 km
Continue onto Raymond Mhlaba Street

3.5 km
Continue straight onto East Burger Street

0.3 km
Turn right onto Nelson Mandela Drive

0.9 km
Turn left onto Markgraaff Street

0.3 km
Turn left onto Merriam Makeba Street

0.1 km
Turn right

0.1 km
You have arrived at your destination

0.0 km

Navigation sign

Tolls on this route

Tolls found 13

Known total R779.50

Main toll road N3

This route includes 13 toll points from our database. The strongest toll-road match is N3.

Verkeerdevlei

Road: Road not linked yet

R78.50

Tugela

Road: Road not linked yet

R100.00

Tugela

Road: Road not linked yet

R100.00

Mooi

Road: Road not linked yet

R70.00

Treverton Plaza

Road: Road not linked yet

R21.00

Mooi Ramp Plaza

Road: Road not linked yet

R49.00

Treverton Plaza

Road: Road not linked yet

R21.00

Bergville

Road: Road not linked yet

R30.00

Bergville

Road: Road not linked yet

R30.00

Mooi Plaza

Road: Road not linked yet

R70.00

Mooi Plaza

Road: Road not linked yet

R70.00

Mooi Plaza

Road: Road not linked yet

R70.00

Mooi Plaza

Road: Road not linked yet

R70.00

Routes ↩ Bloemfontein → Pietermaritzburg Pietermaritzburg to Johannesburg Pietermaritzburg to Pretoria Pietermaritzburg to Cape Town Pietermaritzburg to Durban Johannesburg to Bloemfontein Pretoria to Bloemfontein Cape Town to Bloemfontein

Stop Stopover sign

Halfway point

277.0 km

Mid-route position Road corridor partition

50 / 50

Time partition Start / finish split

3 hrs 10 min • 3 hrs 10 min

Waypoint reference Nearest route marker

Mid-route reference

Vec Consumption & emissions

Consumption & emissions profile

39.9 L needed

Moderate efficiency • 7.2 L/100km baseline

CO2 emitted Estimated tailpipe output

92.2 kg

Fuel mass Approximate tank weight

29.9 kg

Cost per km Based on 95 Petrol

R2.02

Directness index As-the-crow-flies ratio

73.5%

☀ Solar data

Daylight window at Bloemfontein

07:06 – 17:23

Active daylight

Solar noonHighest sun position

12:15

Total daylightUsable driving light

10 hrs 17 min

Light remainingUntil sunset

2 hrs 35 min

SunriseDawn break

07:06

Fin Tax & wear

Wear & SARS deduction

R2,316.03

Single trip SARS allowance

SARS rate R4.18/km fixed rate

R4.18/km

Tyre wear Estimated tread cost

R11.08

Service wear Oil & filter allocation

R110.82

Total trip wear Excludes fuel & tolls

R2,437.93

Nav Maneuver index

Navigation complexity

High (19)

Turn difficulty rating

Roundabouts Multi-path navigation

Lane merges Yield required

Complex forks Path selection

Highway exits Deceleration zones

Route atlas

Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

ZA-ATLAS

Origin Pietermaritzburg Start: Pietermaritz Street -29.60000, 30.37889

Midpoint

277.0 km

Total: 554.1 km

Midpoint 277.0 km

554.1 km 6 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 554.1 km

Return-cycle span 1,108.2 km

Traversal time 6 hrs 21 min

Maneuver count 25

Maneuver density 4.5 /100 km

Midpoint chainage 277.0 km

Coordinate frame

Start -29.60000, 30.37889

Midpoint -28.30480, 28.57611

End -29.11640, 26.21550

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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How far is Pietermaritzburg from Bloemfontein? +

Pietermaritzburg is about 554.1 km from Bloemfontein by road.

How long does it take from Pietermaritzburg to Bloemfontein? +

The drive usually takes about 6 hrs 21 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.

Is it possible to drive from Pietermaritzburg to Bloemfontein 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 Pietermaritzburg 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 Pietermaritzburg to Bloemfontein? +

Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R1,115.02 (R27.95 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R1,119.41 (R28.06 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R1,113.82 (R27.92 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R1,167.28 (R29.26 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.

Are there any tollgates from Pietermaritzburg to Bloemfontein? +

Yes. There are 13 tollgates 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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