Distance from Soweto N1 M52 to Cape Town

This route includes 14 toll points from our database. The strongest toll-road match is N1. 1 Gauteng open-road / gantry toll point is shown as R0.00 because GFIP e-toll charging ended from 12 April 2024.

Grasmere

Road: Road not linked yet

R27.50

Grasmere

Road: Road not linked yet

R27.50

Verkeerdevlei

Road: Road not linked yet

R78.50

Grasmere

Road: Road not linked yet

R27.50

Grasmere

Road: Road not linked yet

R27.50

Unnamed toll booth near Huguenot

Road: Near Huguenot / N1 corridor

R0.00

Vaal

Road: Road not linked yet

R91.50

Vaal

Road: Road not linked yet

R91.50

Huguenot

Road: Road not linked yet

R54.50

Huguenot

Road: Road not linked yet

R54.50

Huguenot

Road: Road not linked yet

R54.50

Grasmere

Road: Road not linked yet

R27.50

Grasmere

Road: Road not linked yet

R27.50

Unnamed e-Toll gantry near -26.268, 27.950

Road: GFIP / Gauteng e-Toll network

R0.00

Routes ↩ Cape Town → Soweto N1 M52 Soweto N1 M52 to Johannesburg Soweto N1 M52 to Pretoria Soweto N1 M52 to Cape Town Soweto N1 M52 to Durban Johannesburg to Cape Town Pretoria to Cape Town Durban to Cape Town

Stop Stopover sign

Halfway point

694.2 km

Mid-route position Road corridor partition

50 / 50

Time partition Start / finish split

7 hrs 31 min • 7 hrs 31 min

Waypoint reference Nearest route marker

Mid-route reference

Vec Consumption & emissions

Consumption & emissions profile

99.9 L needed

Highly direct • 7.2 L/100km baseline

CO2 emitted Estimated tailpipe output

230.8 kg

Fuel mass Approximate tank weight

74.9 kg

Cost per km Based on 95 Petrol

R2.02

Directness index As-the-crow-flies ratio

89.8%

☀ Solar data

Daylight window at Cape Town

07:47 – 17:43

Outside daylight hours

Solar noonHighest sun position

12:45

Total daylightUsable driving light

9 hrs 56 min

Light remainingUntil sunset

16 hrs 28 min

SunriseDawn break

07:47

Fin Tax & wear

Wear & SARS deduction

R5,801.26

Single trip SARS allowance

SARS rate R4.18/km fixed rate

R4.18/km

Tyre wear Estimated tread cost

R27.76

Service wear Oil & filter allocation

R277.57

Total trip wear Excludes fuel & tolls

R6,106.59

Nav Maneuver index

Navigation complexity

Moderate (13)

Turn difficulty rating

Roundabouts Multi-path navigation

Lane merges Yield required

Complex forks Path selection

Highway exits Deceleration zones

Route atlas

Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

ZA-ATLAS

Origin Soweto N1 M52 -26.31682, 27.94170

Midpoint

694.2 km

Total: 1,387.9 km

Midpoint 694.2 km

1,387.9 km 15 hrs 3 min

Destination Cape Town End: Gallery Lane -33.92883, 18.41722

Route sheet

Route class Resolved South Africa route

Province span South Africa

One-way road span 1,387.9 km

Return-cycle span 2,775.7 km

Traversal time 15 hrs 3 min

Maneuver count 19

Maneuver density 1.4 /100 km

Midpoint chainage 694.2 km

Coordinate frame

Start -26.31682, 27.94170

Midpoint -31.12557, 24.37543

End -33.92883, 18.41722

Destination brief

Travelling to Cape Town

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

Signature Mother City

Standout Table Mountain, coast and neighbourhood variety

Cape Town combines mountain, ocean and sharply different neighbourhoods in a way few South African cities can match, which is why the exact district matters almost as much as the city name itself.

Best for Who this destination suits

City break Food and culture Beach trip Conference travel

Arrival What to expect on arrival

A CBD arrival is not the same trip as Camps Bay, Sea Point, Century City, the southern suburbs or the airport side. Choose the exact district before departure.

Local pulse

Cape Town Tourism continues to actively promote current events, deals and trip-planning tools, which makes live city timing relevant to route planning.

Updated: 2026-04-08 · Source: Cape Town Tourism

Regional base Good base for nearby trips

Use Cape Town as a base for urban sightseeing, Atlantic and False Bay coast days, Winelands links and longer Western Cape touring.

Destination facts Quick reference details

Cape Town Tourism offers trip-planning tools for places to stay, eat and see

The city works for both leisure and conference travel

Neighbourhood choice strongly shapes the trip

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Questions 9

How far is Soweto N1 M52 from Cape Town? +

Soweto N1 M52 is about 1,387.9 km from Cape Town by road.

How long does it take from Soweto N1 M52 to Cape Town? +

The drive usually takes about 15 hrs 3 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.

Is it possible to drive from Soweto N1 M52 to Cape Town in one day? +

It is possible, but for many travellers this is better treated as a very long same-day trip or an overnight trip.

Is taxi available from Soweto N1 M52 to Cape Town? +

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 Soweto N1 M52 to Cape Town? +

Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R2,792.93 (R27.95 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R2,803.92 (R28.06 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R2,789.93 (R27.92 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R2,923.83 (R29.26 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.

Are there any tollgates from Soweto N1 M52 to Cape Town? +

Yes. There are 14 tollgates currently matched for this route.

What is the route verdict for this trip? +

Very long trip: This is a demanding long-distance route. Treat it as a serious travel day and consider an overnight stop.

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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