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Distance from South Gate Columbine Avenue to Soweto

South Gate Columbine Avenue to Soweto is a short everyday drive, covering about 12.6 km in roughly 18 min.

N South Gate Columbine Avenue → Soweto
Road distance
12.6 km
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
10.4 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
1.21×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
21
Info Travel board
Travel time
18 min
End point
Isigwe Street
Return: 36 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
18 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
41.2 km/h
Stop-adjusted ETA 0 planned rest stops
18 min
Fuel Service sign
Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R21.09
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R21.19
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R23.49
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R23.68
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R27.83
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R27.96
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R31.00
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R31.25
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R36.61
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R36.79
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R40.79
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R41.12
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🧭 Route vector
Compass bearing
298° WNW
Forward azimuth heading
Return heading Reverse azimuth
118° ESE
Coordinate delta Lat / Lon shift
North-East
Start coords Origin point
-26.2664, 27.9826
End coords Destination point
-26.2228, 27.8900
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Long-distance caution
Route class Operational trip category
Local shared
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12.6 km 18 min
Start South Gate Columbine Avenue
Finish Soweto
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Start point
Destination
Driving route
Navigation sign

Turn-by-turn directions

↑
  1. Start your journey
    0.4 km
  2. At the end of the road, turn right
    0.1 km
  3. Turn left
    0.2 km
  4. Turn left onto Rifle Range Road
    0.2 km
  5. Turn right onto Columbine Avenue
    0.5 km
  6. Continue straight onto Chris Hani Road
    4.7 km
  7. Turn right onto Nicholas Street
    1.2 km
  8. Turn left onto Tema Street
    0.2 km
  9. Continue slight right onto Madhlala Street
    0.5 km
  10. Turn right onto Macfadyen Street
    0.3 km
  11. At the roundabout, take the 1st exit onto Sofasonke Street
    0.0 km
  12. Continue onto Sofasonke Street
    0.8 km
  13. Continue straight onto Khumalo Main Road
    0.8 km
  14. Continue straight onto Pela Main Road
    0.7 km
  15. Turn right
    0.1 km
  16. Continue straight onto Ndlovu Street
    0.1 km
  17. Turn left onto Bickley Street
    0.7 km
  18. Continue straight onto Forbes Street
    0.4 km
  19. Continue straight onto Forbes Road
    0.8 km
  20. Turn left onto Isigwe Street
    0.1 km
  21. You have arrived at your destination
    0.0 km
Navigation sign

Tolls on this route

R
Tolls found 2
Known total R0.00
Main toll road Not found
This route includes 2 toll points from our database. 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
Unnamed e-Toll gantry near -26.268, 27.950
Road: GFIP / Gauteng e-Toll network
R0.00
Routes ↩ Soweto → South Gate Columbine Avenue South Gate Columbine Avenue to Johannesburg South Gate Columbine Avenue to Pretoria South Gate Columbine Avenue to Cape Town South Gate Columbine Avenue to Durban Johannesburg to Soweto Pretoria to Soweto Cape Town to Soweto
Stop Stopover sign
Halfway point
6.3 km
Mid-route position Road corridor partition
50 / 50
Time partition Start / finish split
9 min • 9 min
Waypoint reference Nearest route marker
Mid-route reference
Vec Consumption & emissions
Consumption & emissions profile
0.9 L needed
Moderate efficiency • 7.2 L/100km baseline
CO2 emitted Estimated tailpipe output
2.1 kg
Fuel mass Approximate tank weight
0.7 kg
Cost per km Based on 95 Petrol
R1.68
Directness index As-the-crow-flies ratio
82.8%
☀ Solar data
Daylight window at Soweto
06:32 – 17:37
Active daylight
Solar noonHighest sun position
Total daylightUsable driving light
11 hrs 5 min
Light remainingUntil sunset
9 hrs 52 min
SunriseDawn break
06:32
Fin Tax & wear
Wear & SARS deduction
R52.66
Single trip SARS allowance
SARS rate R4.18/km fixed rate
R4.18/km
Tyre wear Estimated tread cost
R0.25
Service wear Oil & filter allocation
R2.52
Total trip wear Excludes fuel & tolls
R55.43
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 South Gate Columbine Avenue -26.26640, 27.98259
Midpoint
6.3 km
Total: 12.6 km
Midpoint 6.3 km
12.6 km 18 min
Destination Soweto End: Isigwe Street -26.22278, 27.89000

Route sheet

Route class Resolved South Africa route
Province span South Africa
One-way road span 12.6 km
Return-cycle span 25.2 km
Traversal time 18 min
Maneuver count 21
Maneuver density 166.7 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 6.3 km

Coordinate frame

Start -26.26640, 27.98259
Midpoint -26.25699, 27.92936
End -26.22278, 27.89000
Destination services

Available in Soweto

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

Service groups 7
Schools Clothing stores Banks Fuel stations and garages Taxi ranks Supermarkets
Nearby category Schools Top 6 nearby matches around Soweto
6
Nearby category Clothing stores Top 6 nearby matches around Soweto
6
  • PEP
    Soweto, 1852, Gauteng
  • PEP
    Mohajana Street, Soweto, 1723, Gauteng
  • Woolworths
    Chris Hani Road, Soweto, 1862
  • PEP
    Chris Hani Road, Johannesburg, 1809, Gauteng
  • Woolworths
    Bolani Road, Soweto, 1808
  • Pep
    Mtambo Street, Dlamini Soweto
Nearby category Banks Top 4 nearby matches around Soweto
4
Nearby category Fuel stations and garages Top 6 nearby matches around Soweto
6
Nearby category Taxi ranks Top 1 nearby match around Soweto
1
Nearby category Supermarkets Top 6 nearby matches around Soweto
6
Nearby category Shopping malls Top 3 nearby matches around Soweto
3
Destination brief

Travelling to Soweto

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

Signature Historic township and cultural district
Standout History, identity and lived urban culture
Best for Who this destination suits
History and culture Guided tours Urban experience Day trip from Joburg
Arrival What to expect on arrival
Vilakazi Street, Orlando West and other parts of Soweto serve different trip purposes, so a named stop or exact venue is better than routing to Soweto alone.
Regional base Good base for nearby trips
Use Soweto for cultural touring, heritage travel and guided urban experiences tied to the wider Johannesburg trip.
Destination facts Quick reference details
Soweto Tourism represents a large network of local tourism businesses
The area is best experienced through named sites and neighbourhood-level planning
It carries strong heritage and community-based tourism value
Route support

Route FAQ

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Questions 8
How far is South Gate Columbine Avenue from Soweto? +
South Gate Columbine Avenue is about 12.6 km from Soweto by road.
How long does it take from South Gate Columbine Avenue to Soweto? +
The drive usually takes about 18 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from South Gate Columbine Avenue to Soweto in one day? +
Yes, for many drivers this can be done in one day.
Is taxi available from South Gate Columbine Avenue to Soweto? +
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 South Gate Columbine Avenue to Soweto? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R21.09 (R23.25 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R21.19 (R23.36 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R23.49 (R25.90 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R23.68 (R26.11 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from South Gate Columbine Avenue to Soweto? +
Yes. There are 2 tollgates currently matched for this route.
What is the route verdict for this trip? +
Easy local trip: This looks like a short and simple trip for most drivers.
Is there a road note for this route? +
This is mostly a short local route. 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
South Gate Columbine Avenue, Gauteng
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available
Destination area
Soweto
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available

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