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Distance from Selby to Bloemfontein

Selby to Bloemfontein is a full long-distance road trip, covering about 394.1 km in roughly 4 hrs 16 min.

N Selby → Bloemfontein
Road distance
394.1 km
244.9 mi • 212.8 nmi
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
369.3 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
1.07×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
21
Info Travel board
Travel time
257 min
Return: 514 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
257 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
92.1 km/h
Stop-adjusted ETA 2 planned rest stops
4 hrs 46 min
Fuel Service sign
Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R659.75
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R662.87
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R734.94
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R740.90
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R870.50
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R874.62
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R969.72
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R977.58
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R1,145.39
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R1,150.81
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R1,275.94
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R1,286.29
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Wx Destination weather
Today's outlook for Bloemfontein
15.9°C
Slight rain showers
Feels like Perceived temperature
14.8°C
Day range High / low
H 17° • L 11°
Rain chance Today's probability
73%
Wind 10m wind speed
12 km/h
Taxi Local commuter
Taxi fare estimate
Check local taxi rank
Long-distance caution
Route class Operational trip category
Local shared
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394.1 km 257 min
Start Selby
Finish Bloemfontein
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Destination
Driving route
Navigation sign

Turn-by-turn directions

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  1. Start your journey
    0.5 km
  2. Go straight
    0.0 km
  3. Turn right onto Ntemi Piliso Street
    0.0 km
  4. Take the ramp right towards M2
    0.2 km
  5. Merge slight right
    0.0 km
  6. Take the exit ramp slight left towards M1: Bloemfontein
    0.7 km
  7. Merge slight right
    5.9 km
  8. Keep slight right at the fork
    0.8 km
  9. Take the exit ramp slight left towards N12: Soweto
    1.4 km
  10. Merge slight right onto Southern Bypass
    6.1 km
  11. Keep slight right at the fork
    364.3 km
  12. Take the exit ramp slight left towards M30: Mangaung
    0.9 km
  13. Continue straight onto Raymond Mhlaba Street
    7.8 km
  14. At the roundabout, take the 2nd exit onto Raymond Mhlaba Street
    0.0 km
  15. Continue onto Raymond Mhlaba Street
    3.5 km
  16. Continue straight onto East Burger Street
    0.3 km
  17. Turn right onto Nelson Mandela Drive
    0.9 km
  18. Turn left onto Markgraaff Street
    0.3 km
  19. Turn left onto Merriam Makeba Street
    0.1 km
  20. Turn right
    0.1 km
  21. You have arrived at your destination
    0.0 km
Navigation sign

Tolls on this route

R
Tolls found 11
Known total R426.50
Main toll road N12
This route includes 11 toll points from our database. The strongest toll-road match is N12. 2 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 -26.263, 27.976
Road: GFIP / Gauteng e-Toll network
R0.00
Vaal
Road: Road not linked yet
R91.50
Vaal
Road: Road not linked yet
R91.50
Unnamed e-Toll gantry near -26.268, 27.950
Road: GFIP / Gauteng e-Toll network
R0.00
Verkeerdevlei
Road: Road not linked yet
R78.50
Grasmere
Road: Road not linked yet
R27.50
Grasmere
Road: Road not linked yet
R27.50
Grasmere
Road: Road not linked yet
R27.50
Grasmere
Road: Road not linked yet
R27.50
Grasmere
Road: Road not linked yet
R27.50
Grasmere
Road: Road not linked yet
R27.50
Stop Stopover sign
Halfway point
197.4 km
Mid-route position Road corridor partition
50 / 50
Time partition Start / finish split
2 hrs 8 min • 2 hrs 8 min
Waypoint reference Nearest route marker
Mid-route reference
Loc Route geography
Route geography
Selby → Bloemfontein
Start and destination context
Start area Origin
Selby, Gauteng
Destination area Arrival
Bloemfontein
Road span Street reference
— • —
Post Postal reference
Postal reference
— • —
Selby → Bloemfontein
Selby Origin postcode
Not available
Bloemfontein 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 Overlapping province
101.1 km
Pretoria to Nelspruit Overlapping province
117.7 km
Cape Town to George Similar distance
21.7 km
Rev Related route set
Related route set
Bloemfontein → Selby
Selby ↔ Bloemfontein
Selby to Johannesburg Related trip
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Selby to Pretoria Related trip
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Selby to Cape Town Related trip
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Route atlas

Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

ZA-ATLAS
Origin Selby -26.21004, 28.03085
Midpoint
197.4 km
Total: 394.1 km
Midpoint 197.4 km
394.1 km 257 min
Destination Bloemfontein -29.11640, 26.21550

Route sheet

Route class Resolved South Africa route
Province span South Africa
One-way road span 394.1 km
Return-cycle span 788.2 km
Traversal time 257 min
Maneuver count 21
Maneuver density 5.3 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 197.4 km

Coordinate frame

Start -26.21004, 28.03085
Midpoint -27.76077, 27.22644
End -29.11640, 26.21550
Destination services

Available in Bloemfontein

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Service groups 6
Schools Clothing stores Banks Fuel stations and garages Supermarkets Shopping malls
Nearby category Schools Top 6 nearby matches around Bloemfontein
6
Nearby category Clothing stores Top 6 nearby matches around Bloemfontein
6
Nearby category Banks Top 3 nearby matches around Bloemfontein
3
Nearby category Fuel stations and garages Top 6 nearby matches around Bloemfontein
6
Nearby category Supermarkets Top 6 nearby matches around Bloemfontein
6
Nearby category Shopping malls Top 5 nearby matches around Bloemfontein
5
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
Route support

Route FAQ

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Questions 9
How far is Selby from Bloemfontein? +
Selby is about 394.1 km from Bloemfontein by road.
How long does it take from Selby to Bloemfontein? +
The drive usually takes about 257 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from Selby to Bloemfontein in one day? +
Yes, for many drivers this can be done in one day.
Is taxi available from Selby 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 Selby to Bloemfontein? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R659.75 (R23.25 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R662.87 (R23.36 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R734.94 (R25.90 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R740.90 (R26.11 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from Selby to Bloemfontein? +
Yes. There are 11 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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Route Locations

Start area
Selby, Gauteng
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available
Destination area
Bloemfontein
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 Overlapping province
About 293.1 km Difference: 101.1 km
Pretoria to Nelspruit Overlapping province
About 276.4 km Difference: 117.7 km
Cape Town to George Similar distance
About 372.4 km Difference: 21.7 km
Gqeberha to East London Similar distance
About 238.6 km Difference: 155.5 km
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