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Distance from Plumstead to Paarl

Plumstead to Paarl is a practical regional trip, covering about 66.8 km in roughly 47 min.

N Plumstead → Paarl
Road distance
66.8 km
M5 N1 R45
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
55.3 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
1.21×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
13
Info Travel board
Travel time
47 min
Start point
Stella Road
End point
Lady Grey Street
Return: 1 hr 36 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
47 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
83.6 km/h
Stop-adjusted ETA 0 planned rest stops
47 min
Fuel Service sign
Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R111.74
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R112.27
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R124.48
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R125.49
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R147.44
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R148.14
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R164.24
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R165.57
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R194.00
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R194.92
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R216.11
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R217.86
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🧭 Route vector
Compass bearing
55° NE
Forward azimuth heading
Return heading Reverse azimuth
235° SW
Coordinate delta Lat / Lon shift
North-East
Start coords Origin point
-34.0200, 18.4772
End coords Destination point
-33.7310, 18.9642
Taxi Local commuter
Taxi fare estimate
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Long-distance caution
Route class Operational trip category
Local shared
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66.8 km 48 min
Start Plumstead
Finish Paarl
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Start point
Destination
Driving route
Navigation sign

Turn-by-turn directions

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  1. Head on Stella Road
    0.1 km
  2. Turn right onto Southfield Road
    0.5 km
  3. Turn left onto Churchill Road
    0.4 km
  4. Turn right onto Ottery Road
    0.2 km
  5. Take the ramp slight left towards M5: Milnerton
    0.6 km
  6. Merge slight right onto Kromboom Parkway
    7.4 km
  7. Continue straight onto Black River Parkway
    3.1 km
  8. Take the exit ramp slight left towards N1: Paarl
    1.3 km
  9. Merge slight right
    47.6 km
  10. Take the exit ramp slight left towards R45: Franschhoek
    0.5 km
  11. Turn left onto Main Road
    4.9 km
  12. Turn right onto Lady Grey Street
    0.1 km
  13. You have arrived at your destination
    0.0 km
Navigation sign

Tolls on this route

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Tolls found 0
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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
Routes ↩ Paarl → Plumstead Plumstead to Johannesburg Plumstead to Pretoria Plumstead to Cape Town Plumstead to Durban Johannesburg to Paarl Pretoria to Paarl Cape Town to Paarl
Stop Stopover sign
Halfway point
33.4 km
Western Cape
Mid-route position Road corridor partition
50 / 50
Time partition Start / finish split
23 min • 23 min
Waypoint reference Nearest route marker
Western Cape
Vec Consumption & emissions
Consumption & emissions profile
4.8 L needed
Moderate efficiency • 7.2 L/100km baseline
CO2 emitted Estimated tailpipe output
11.1 kg
Fuel mass Approximate tank weight
3.6 kg
Cost per km Based on 95 Petrol
R1.68
Directness index As-the-crow-flies ratio
82.8%
☀ Solar data
Daylight window at Paarl
07:20 – 18:00
Outside daylight hours
Solar noonHighest sun position
Total daylightUsable driving light
10 hrs 40 min
Light remainingUntil sunset
12 hrs 36 min
SunriseDawn break
07:20
Fin Tax & wear
Wear & SARS deduction
R279.02
Single trip SARS allowance
SARS rate R4.18/km fixed rate
R4.18/km
Tyre wear Estimated tread cost
R1.34
Service wear Oil & filter allocation
R13.35
Total trip wear Excludes fuel & tolls
R293.71
Nav Maneuver index
Navigation complexity
Moderate (6)
Turn difficulty rating
Roundabouts Multi-path navigation
0
Lane merges Yield required
2
Complex forks Path selection
0
Highway exits Deceleration zones
2
Route atlas

Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

ZA-ATLAS
Origin Plumstead Start: Stella Road -34.02000, 18.47722
Midpoint
33.4 km
Total: 66.8 km
Midpoint 33.4 km
66.8 km 48 min
Destination Paarl End: Lady Grey Street -33.73103, 18.96421

Route sheet

Route class Intraprovincial corridor
Province span Western Cape
One-way road span 66.8 km
Return-cycle span 133.6 km
Traversal time 48 min
Maneuver count 13
Maneuver density 19.5 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 33.4 km

Coordinate frame

Start -34.02000, 18.47722
Midpoint -33.86877, 18.67767
End -33.73103, 18.96421
Destination services

Available in Paarl

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

Service groups 4
Schools Clothing stores Fuel stations and garages Supermarkets
Nearby category Schools Top 6 nearby matches around Paarl
6
Nearby category Clothing stores Top 1 nearby match around Paarl
1
  • PEP
    Cape Town, 7646, Western Cape
Nearby category Fuel stations and garages Top 2 nearby matches around Paarl
2
Nearby category Supermarkets Top 6 nearby matches around Paarl
6
Destination brief

Travelling to Paarl

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

Signature Cape Winelands town
Standout Wine farms, country hospitality and conference stays
Paarl offers a broader Winelands mix than a simple tasting stop, with estate travel, countryside scenery, conference use and a more spread-out stay pattern than compact village destinations.
Best for Who this destination suits
Winelands base Conference stay Country hospitality Food and wine trip
Arrival What to expect on arrival
The town centre, estates, wedding venues and countryside stays each produce different final drives, so the exact property matters.
Regional base Good base for nearby trips
Use Paarl as a base for Cape Winelands touring, estate visits, conferences and slower countryside stays close to Cape Town.
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Questions 8
How far is Plumstead from Paarl? +
Plumstead is about 66.8 km from Paarl by road.
How long does it take from Plumstead to Paarl? +
The drive usually takes about 48 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from Plumstead to Paarl in one day? +
Yes, for many drivers this can be done in one day.
Is taxi available from Plumstead to Paarl? +
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 Plumstead to Paarl? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R111.74 (R23.25 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R112.27 (R23.36 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R124.48 (R25.90 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R125.49 (R26.11 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from Plumstead to Paarl? +
No tollgates are currently matched for this route.
What is the route verdict for this trip? +
Practical regional trip: This route is very manageable in one day and usually works well as a same-day return.
Is there a road note for this route? +
This is a regional road trip that can usually work as a same-day return. National roads appear in this route, so watch for toll signs and busier sections.
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Route Locations

Start area
Plumstead, Western Cape
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available
Destination area
Paarl, Western Cape
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available

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