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Distance from Soweto to Klerksdorp

Soweto to Klerksdorp is a solid inter-town journey, covering about 150.9 km in roughly 2 hrs 1 min.

N Soweto → Klerksdorp
Road distance
150.9 km
N12 R30
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
141.0 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
1.07×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
26
Info Travel board
Travel time
2 hrs 1 min
Start point
Isigwe Street
Return: 4 hrs 4 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
121 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
74.4 km/h
Stop-adjusted ETA 1 planned rest stop
2 hrs 16 min
Fuel Service sign
Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R252.54
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R253.74
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R281.33
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R283.61
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R333.21
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R334.79
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R371.19
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R374.20
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R438.44
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R440.51
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R488.41
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R492.37
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🧭 Route vector
Compass bearing
239° WSW
Forward azimuth heading
Return heading Reverse azimuth
59° ENE
Coordinate delta Lat / Lon shift
South-West
Start coords Origin point
-26.2228, 27.8900
End coords Destination point
-26.8625, 26.6657
Taxi Local commuter
Taxi fare estimate
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Long-distance caution
Route class Operational trip category
Local shared
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150.9 km 122 min
Start Soweto
Finish Klerksdorp
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Start point
Destination
Driving route
Navigation sign

Turn-by-turn directions

↑
  1. Head on Isigwe Street
    0.2 km
  2. Turn right
    0.1 km
  3. Turn left onto Vincent Road
    0.9 km
  4. Keep slight left at the fork onto Vincent Road
    0.1 km
  5. Continue straight onto Mmila Road
    0.9 km
  6. Turn left onto Elias Motsoaledi Road
    3.7 km
  7. Keep slight left at the fork onto Elias Motsoaledi Road
    0.1 km
  8. Keep slight left at the fork onto Chris Hani Road
    0.6 km
  9. Keep slight left at the fork onto Chris Hani Road
    0.0 km
  10. At the roundabout, take the 2nd exit onto Chris Hani Road
    0.0 km
  11. Continue onto Chris Hani Road
    0.5 km
  12. Keep slight left at the fork onto Chris Hani Road
    0.0 km
  13. At the roundabout, take the 1st exit onto Chris Hani Road
    0.0 km
  14. Continue onto Chris Hani Road
    4.0 km
  15. Turn left onto Abu Baker Asvat Drive
    1.0 km
  16. Take the ramp right towards N12
    0.6 km
  17. Merge slight right
    1.7 km
  18. Continue straight
    18.1 km
  19. Continue straight
    70.0 km
  20. Turn right onto James Moroka Avenue
    1.8 km
  21. Turn left onto Beyers Naude Avenue
    0.4 km
  22. Turn right onto Nelson Mandela Drive
    45.7 km
  23. Take the exit ramp slight left towards R30: Klerksdorp
    0.2 km
  24. Continue straight
    0.2 km
  25. Turn left onto O.R. Tambo Street
    0.1 km
  26. You have arrived at your destination
    0.0 km
Navigation sign

Tolls on this route

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Tolls found 0
Known total —
Main toll road R30 - Z.R. Mahabane Highway
We found matching toll-road records for this route, but no tollgate point was close enough to the route line to display as a confirmed route toll.
R30 - Z.R. Mahabane Highway R30 - Z.R. Mahabane Highway R30 - Z.R. Mahabane Highway R30 - Z.R. Mahabane Highway
Routes ↩ Klerksdorp → Soweto Soweto to Johannesburg Soweto to Pretoria Soweto to Cape Town Soweto to Durban Johannesburg to Klerksdorp Pretoria to Klerksdorp Cape Town to Klerksdorp
Stop Stopover sign
Halfway point
75.4 km
Mid-route position Road corridor partition
50 / 50
Time partition Start / finish split
1 hr 0 min • 1 hr 0 min
Waypoint reference Nearest route marker
Mid-route reference
Vec Consumption & emissions
Consumption & emissions profile
10.9 L needed
Highly direct • 7.2 L/100km baseline
CO2 emitted Estimated tailpipe output
25.1 kg
Fuel mass Approximate tank weight
8.1 kg
Cost per km Based on 95 Petrol
R1.68
Directness index As-the-crow-flies ratio
93.5%
☀ Solar data
Daylight window at Klerksdorp
06:38 – 17:41
Active daylight
Solar noonHighest sun position
Total daylightUsable driving light
11 hrs 3 min
Light remainingUntil sunset
10 hrs 22 min
SunriseDawn break
06:38
Fin Tax & wear
Wear & SARS deduction
R630.60
Single trip SARS allowance
SARS rate R4.18/km fixed rate
R4.18/km
Tyre wear Estimated tread cost
R3.02
Service wear Oil & filter allocation
R30.17
Total trip wear Excludes fuel & tolls
R663.79
Nav Maneuver index
Navigation complexity
High (23)
Turn difficulty rating
Roundabouts Multi-path navigation
2
Lane merges Yield required
1
Complex forks Path selection
5
Highway exits Deceleration zones
3
Route atlas

Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

ZA-ATLAS
Origin Soweto Start: Isigwe Street -26.22278, 27.89000
Midpoint
75.4 km
Total: 150.9 km
Midpoint 75.4 km
150.9 km 122 min
Destination Klerksdorp -26.86254, 26.66568

Route sheet

Route class Resolved South Africa route
Province span South Africa
One-way road span 150.9 km
Return-cycle span 301.8 km
Traversal time 122 min
Maneuver count 26
Maneuver density 17.2 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 75.4 km

Coordinate frame

Start -26.22278, 27.89000
Midpoint -26.54334, 27.30056
End -26.86254, 26.66568
Destination services

Available in Klerksdorp

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Service groups 7
Schools Clothing stores Banks Fuel stations and garages Supermarkets Pharmacies
Nearby category Schools Top 2 nearby matches around Klerksdorp
2
Nearby category Clothing stores Top 2 nearby matches around Klerksdorp
2
  • PEP
    Golf Street, Klerksdorp, 2571, North West
  • PEP
    16 Central Avenue, Klerksdorp, 2571, North West
Nearby category Banks Top 2 nearby matches around Klerksdorp
2
Nearby category Fuel stations and garages Top 2 nearby matches around Klerksdorp
2
Nearby category Supermarkets Top 6 nearby matches around Klerksdorp
6
Nearby category Pharmacies Top 1 nearby match around Klerksdorp
1
  • Dischem
    16 Joe Slovo Road, Klerksdorp, 2571
Nearby category Shopping malls Top 1 nearby match around Klerksdorp
1
Destination brief

Travelling to Klerksdorp

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

Signature Matlosana events and city base
Standout North West city with events and practical depth
Klerksdorp works as more than a service city because it combines events, attractions and practical urban depth within the Matlosana area.
Best for Who this destination suits
Event travel North West city stay Business trip Regional base
Arrival What to expect on arrival
The final suburb, event venue or hotel matters because the wider Matlosana area is more spread out than a single-town label suggests.
Regional base Good base for nearby trips
Use Klerksdorp as a North West city base for events, overnight travel and practical regional movement.
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Questions 8
How far is Soweto from Klerksdorp? +
Soweto is about 150.9 km from Klerksdorp by road.
How long does it take from Soweto to Klerksdorp? +
The drive usually takes about 122 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from Soweto to Klerksdorp in one day? +
Yes, for many drivers this can be done in one day.
Is taxi available from Soweto to Klerksdorp? +
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 to Klerksdorp? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R252.54 (R23.25 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R253.74 (R23.36 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R281.33 (R25.90 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R283.61 (R26.11 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from Soweto to Klerksdorp? +
No tollgates are currently matched for this route.
What is the route verdict for this trip? +
Long same-day trip: This can work in one day, but a rest stop and early departure are recommended.
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
Soweto
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available
Destination area
Klerksdorp
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available

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