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Distance from Rustenburg to Mbombela

Rustenburg to Mbombela is a full long-distance road trip, covering about 434.8 km in roughly 4 hrs 57 min.

N Rustenburg → Mbombela
Road distance
434.8 km
N1 N4 R36 R40
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
375.3 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
1.16×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
21
Info Travel board
Travel time
4 hrs 57 min
Start point
President Thabo Mbeki Drive
End point
Ferreira Street
Return: 55 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
297 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
87.7 km/h
Stop-adjusted ETA 2 planned rest stops
5 hrs 27 min
Fuel Service sign
Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R727.85
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R731.30
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R810.81
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R817.39
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R960.36
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R964.90
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R1,069.82
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R1,078.49
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R1,263.63
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R1,269.61
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R1,407.66
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R1,419.07
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🧭 Route vector
Compass bearing
88° E
Forward azimuth heading
Return heading Reverse azimuth
268° W
Coordinate delta Lat / Lon shift
North-East
Start coords Origin point
-25.6657, 27.2414
End coords Destination point
-25.4729, 30.9773
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Route class Operational trip category
Local shared
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434.8 km 4 hrs 57 min
Start Rustenburg
Finish Mbombela
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Start point
Destination
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Navigation sign

Turn-by-turn directions

↑
  1. Head on President Thabo Mbeki Drive
    0.1 km
  2. Turn right onto Oliver Tambo Road
    1.2 km
  3. Turn right onto Bosch Street
    0.2 km
  4. Turn left onto Fatima Bhayat Street
    1.0 km
  5. Turn right
    2.0 km
  6. Take the ramp left towards N4: Pretoria
    0.8 km
  7. Merge slight right
    105.6 km
  8. Keep slight right at the fork towards N1
    2.1 km
  9. Merge slight right
    9.6 km
  10. Take the exit ramp slight left towards N4
    0.3 km
  11. Keep slight left at the fork towards N4: eMalahleni
    1.4 km
  12. Continue straight
    217.5 km
  13. Take the exit ramp slight left towards R36: Nelspruit
    0.7 km
  14. Continue straight onto Schoemanskloof
    60.5 km
  15. Keep slight left at the fork towards N4
    0.6 km
  16. Merge slight right
    23.0 km
  17. Take the exit ramp slight left towards R40: Mbombela
    1.3 km
  18. Go straight
    6.4 km
  19. Turn right onto Ferreira Street
    0.1 km
  20. Continue make a U-turn onto Ferreira Street
    0.1 km
  21. You have arrived at your destination
    0.0 km
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Tolls on this route

R
Tolls found 33
Known total R950.00
Main toll road N4
This route includes 33 toll points from our database. The strongest toll-road match is N4.
Diamond Hill Plaza (East)
Road: Road not linked yet
R51.00
Marikana Toll Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R30.00
Middleburg Toll Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R84.00
Middleburg Toll Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R84.00
Diamond Hill Plaza (West)
Road: Road not linked yet
R51.00
Machado Toll Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R126.00
Doornpoort Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R20.00
Doornpoort Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R20.00
Doornpoort Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R20.00
Kroondal
Road: Road not linked yet
R20.00
Unnamed toll gantry near Diamond Hill Plaza
Road: Near Diamond Hill Plaza
R0.00
Zambesi
Road: Road not linked yet
R15.00
Unnamed toll gantry near Diamond Hill Plaza
Road: Near Diamond Hill Plaza
R0.00
Zambesi
Road: Road not linked yet
R15.00
Brits Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R20.00
Doornpoort Plaza
Road: N4 Bakwena corridor
R20.00
Brits Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R20.00
Kroondal
Road: Road not linked yet
R20.00
Stormvoël
Road: Road not linked yet
R12.50
Doornpoort Plaza
Road: N4 Bakwena corridor
R20.00
Donkerhoek Tollstation
Road: Road not linked yet
R17.00
Buffelspoort Ramp Plaza
Road:
R20.00
Stormvoël
Road: Road not linked yet
R12.50
Buffelspoort Ramp Plaza
Road:
R20.00
Donkerhoek Tollstation
Road: Road not linked yet
R17.00
Pumulani
Road: Road not linked yet
R16.50
Pumulani
Road: Road not linked yet
R16.50
Cullinan Ramp Plaza
Road:
R21.00
Cullinan Ramp Plaza
Road:
R21.00
Valtaki East Ramp Plaza
Road:
R39.00
Ekandustria East Ramp Plaza
Road:
R31.00
Ekandustria East Ramp Plaza
Road:
R31.00
Valtaki East Ramp Plaza
Road:
R39.00
Routes ↩ Mbombela → Rustenburg Rustenburg to Johannesburg Rustenburg to Pretoria Rustenburg to Cape Town Rustenburg to Durban Johannesburg to Mbombela Pretoria to Mbombela Cape Town to Mbombela
Stop Stopover sign
Halfway point
217.2 km
Mid-route position Road corridor partition
50 / 50
Time partition Start / finish split
2 hrs 28 min • 2 hrs 28 min
Waypoint reference Nearest route marker
Mid-route reference
Vec Consumption & emissions
Consumption & emissions profile
31.3 L needed
Highly direct • 7.2 L/100km baseline
CO2 emitted Estimated tailpipe output
72.3 kg
Fuel mass Approximate tank weight
23.5 kg
Cost per km Based on 95 Petrol
R1.68
Directness index As-the-crow-flies ratio
86.3%
☀ Solar data
Daylight window at Mbombela
06:19 – 17:25
Outside daylight hours
Solar noonHighest sun position
Total daylightUsable driving light
11 hrs 6 min
Light remainingUntil sunset
16 hrs 31 min
SunriseDawn break
06:19
Fin Tax & wear
Wear & SARS deduction
R1,817.46
Single trip SARS allowance
SARS rate R4.18/km fixed rate
R4.18/km
Tyre wear Estimated tread cost
R8.70
Service wear Oil & filter allocation
R86.96
Total trip wear Excludes fuel & tolls
R1,913.11
Nav Maneuver index
Navigation complexity
High (20)
Turn difficulty rating
Roundabouts Multi-path navigation
0
Lane merges Yield required
3
Complex forks Path selection
3
Highway exits Deceleration zones
3
Route atlas

Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

ZA-ATLAS
Origin Rustenburg Start: President Thabo Mbeki Drive -25.66566, 27.24145
Midpoint
217.2 km
Total: 434.8 km
Midpoint 217.2 km
434.8 km 4 hrs 57 min
Destination Mbombela End: Ferreira Street -25.47291, 30.97727

Route sheet

Route class Resolved South Africa route
Province span South Africa
One-way road span 434.8 km
Return-cycle span 869.6 km
Traversal time 4 hrs 57 min
Maneuver count 21
Maneuver density 4.8 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 217.2 km

Coordinate frame

Start -25.66566, 27.24145
Midpoint -25.88080, 29.17213
End -25.47291, 30.97727
Destination services

Available in Mbombela

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Service groups 5
Schools Clothing stores Fuel stations and garages Supermarkets Shopping malls
Nearby category Schools Top 6 nearby matches around Mbombela
6
Nearby category Clothing stores Top 3 nearby matches around Mbombela
3
  • Edgars
    Edgars, Brown Street, Nelindja, Mbombela Ward 14, Mbombela, Ehlanzeni, Mpumalanga, 1201, South Africa
  • Woolworths
    Wild Fig Street iLanga Mall, Mbombela, 1200
  • Winmar
    9 Rapid Street
Nearby category Fuel stations and garages Top 2 nearby matches around Mbombela
2
Nearby category Supermarkets Top 6 nearby matches around Mbombela
6
Nearby category Shopping malls Top 3 nearby matches around Mbombela
3
Destination brief

Travelling to Mbombela

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

Signature Lowveld gateway
Standout Kruger-side city with strong gateway value
Mbombela is more than a stop on the map: it is the practical urban gateway to the Lowveld, combining city services with direct access to Kruger-bound and escarpment-bound travel.
Best for Who this destination suits
Kruger gateway Lowveld stopover Business trip Regional touring
Arrival What to expect on arrival
The final destination may be the city itself, the N4 corridor, the botanical garden side or a lodge further east. Choosing the exact stop matters.
Regional base Good base for nearby trips
Use Mbombela as a Lowveld base for Kruger access, Mpumalanga touring, road-stop logistics and city services before or after a park leg.
Destination facts Quick reference details
The City of Mbombela calls it the gateway to Kruger National Park
The city is also known for the Lowveld National Botanical Garden and nearby attractions like Sudwala Caves
It works as a service hub as well as a tourist stop
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Questions 9
How far is Rustenburg from Mbombela? +
Rustenburg is about 434.8 km from Mbombela by road.
How long does it take from Rustenburg to Mbombela? +
The drive usually takes about 4 hrs 57 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from Rustenburg to Mbombela in one day? +
Yes, for many drivers this can be done in one day.
Is taxi available from Rustenburg to Mbombela? +
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 Rustenburg to Mbombela? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R727.85 (R23.25 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R731.30 (R23.36 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R810.81 (R25.90 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R817.39 (R26.11 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from Rustenburg to Mbombela? +
Yes. There are 33 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

: Pretoria
From Rustenburg To Mbombela
Johannesburg
From Rustenburg To Mbombela
eMalahleni
From Rustenburg To Mbombela
: Nelspruit
From Rustenburg To Mbombela
Mashishing
From Rustenburg To Mbombela
Schoemanskloof
From Rustenburg To Mbombela
: Mbombela
From Rustenburg To Mbombela
Barberton
From Rustenburg To Mbombela

Route Locations

Start area
Rustenburg
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available
Destination area
Mbombela
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available

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