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Distance from Randfontein to Kimberley

Randfontein to Kimberley is a full long-distance road trip, covering about 450.4 km in roughly 5 hrs 25 min.

N Randfontein → Kimberley
Road distance
450.4 km
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
406.1 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
1.11×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
14
Info Travel board
Travel time
5 hrs 25 min
End point
De Beers Road
Return: 51 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
325 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
83.0 km/h
Stop-adjusted ETA 2 planned rest stops
5 hrs 55 min
Fuel Service sign
Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R754.04
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R757.60
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R839.98
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R846.79
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R994.91
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R999.62
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R1,108.31
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R1,117.29
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R1,309.09
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R1,315.28
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R1,458.30
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R1,470.12
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🧭 Route vector
Compass bearing
225° SW
Forward azimuth heading
Return heading Reverse azimuth
45° NE
Coordinate delta Lat / Lon shift
South-West
Start coords Origin point
-26.1736, 27.6942
End coords Destination point
-28.7383, 24.7642
Taxi Local commuter
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Long-distance caution
Route class Operational trip category
Local shared
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450.4 km 5 hrs 25 min
Start Randfontein
Finish Kimberley
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Start point
Destination
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Navigation sign

Turn-by-turn directions

↑
  1. Start your journey
    0.0 km
  2. Turn left onto Tambotie Road
    0.4 km
  3. Continue straight onto Van Riebeeck Road
    0.5 km
  4. Continue straight onto 6th Street
    0.4 km
  5. Turn right onto Main Reef Road
    18.3 km
  6. Turn right
    1.9 km
  7. Continue straight
    70.0 km
  8. Turn right onto James Moroka Avenue
    1.8 km
  9. Turn left onto Beyers Naude Avenue
    0.4 km
  10. Turn right onto Nelson Mandela Drive
    56.3 km
  11. At the roundabout, take the 2nd exit
    0.0 km
  12. Continue
    300.3 km
  13. Turn left onto De Beers Road
    0.1 km
  14. You have arrived at your destination
    0.0 km
Routes ↩ Kimberley → Randfontein Randfontein to Johannesburg Randfontein to Pretoria Randfontein to Cape Town Randfontein to Durban Johannesburg to Kimberley Pretoria to Kimberley Cape Town to Kimberley
Stop Stopover sign
Halfway point
225.4 km
Mid-route position Road corridor partition
50 / 50
Time partition Start / finish split
2 hrs 42 min • 2 hrs 42 min
Waypoint reference Nearest route marker
Mid-route reference
Vec Consumption & emissions
Consumption & emissions profile
32.4 L needed
Highly direct • 7.2 L/100km baseline
CO2 emitted Estimated tailpipe output
74.9 kg
Fuel mass Approximate tank weight
24.3 kg
Cost per km Based on 95 Petrol
R1.68
Directness index As-the-crow-flies ratio
90.1%
☀ Solar data
Daylight window at Kimberley
06:49 – 17:46
Outside daylight hours
Solar noonHighest sun position
Total daylightUsable driving light
10 hrs 56 min
Light remainingUntil sunset
Expired
SunriseDawn break
06:49
Fin Tax & wear
Wear & SARS deduction
R1,882.84
Single trip SARS allowance
SARS rate R4.18/km fixed rate
R4.18/km
Tyre wear Estimated tread cost
R9.01
Service wear Oil & filter allocation
R90.09
Total trip wear Excludes fuel & tolls
R1,981.94
Nav Maneuver index
Navigation complexity
Low (5)
Turn difficulty rating
Roundabouts Multi-path navigation
1
Lane merges Yield required
0
Complex forks Path selection
0
Highway exits Deceleration zones
1
Route atlas

Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

ZA-ATLAS
Origin Randfontein -26.17361, 27.69417
Midpoint
225.4 km
Total: 450.4 km
Midpoint 225.4 km
450.4 km 5 hrs 25 min
Destination Kimberley End: De Beers Road -28.73830, 24.76423

Route sheet

Route class Resolved South Africa route
Province span South Africa
One-way road span 450.4 km
Return-cycle span 900.9 km
Traversal time 5 hrs 25 min
Maneuver count 14
Maneuver density 3.1 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 225.4 km

Coordinate frame

Start -26.17361, 27.69417
Midpoint -27.23748, 25.95741
End -28.73830, 24.76423
Destination services

Available in Kimberley

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Service groups 4
Schools Banks Fuel stations and garages Supermarkets
Nearby category Schools Top 6 nearby matches around Kimberley
6
Nearby category Banks Top 6 nearby matches around Kimberley
6
Nearby category Fuel stations and garages Top 4 nearby matches around Kimberley
4
Nearby category Supermarkets Top 6 nearby matches around Kimberley
6
Destination brief

Travelling to Kimberley

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

Signature Northern Cape capital city
Standout Historic capital with diamond-era identity
Best for Who this destination suits
Heritage trip Provincial capital stay Business travel Northern Cape base
Arrival What to expect on arrival
Museum-side, CBD and modern hotel-area arrivals can feel different, so exact routing matters more than a broad city label suggests.
Regional base Good base for nearby trips
Use Kimberley as a Northern Cape base for heritage travel, business stays and wider provincial movement.
Destination facts Quick reference details
Kimberley is the capital of the Northern Cape
Northern Cape tourism and city tourism portals use Kimberley as a central visitor base
The city combines capital-city function with strong heritage interest
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Questions 9
How far is Randfontein from Kimberley? +
Randfontein is about 450.4 km from Kimberley by road.
How long does it take from Randfontein to Kimberley? +
The drive usually takes about 5 hrs 25 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from Randfontein to Kimberley in one day? +
Yes, for many drivers this can be done in one day.
Is taxi available from Randfontein to Kimberley? +
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 Randfontein to Kimberley? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R754.04 (R23.25 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R757.60 (R23.36 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R839.98 (R25.90 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R846.79 (R26.11 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from Randfontein to Kimberley? +
No tollgates are 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. This route looks more local or regional, but always check signs and road conditions on the day.
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Route Locations

Start area
Randfontein
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available
Destination area
Kimberley
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available

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