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Distance from Springbok N1 to Johannesburg

Springbok N1 to Johannesburg is a full long-distance road trip, covering about 1,158.3 km in roughly 13 hrs 35 min.

N Springbok N1 → Johannesburg
Road distance
1,158.3 km
M36 N1 R24
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
1,069.8 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
1.08×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
37
Info Travel board
Travel time
13 hrs 35 min
Start point
Namakwa Street
End point
Commissioner Street
Return: 10 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
815 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
85.3 km/h
Stop-adjusted ETA 6 planned rest stops
15 hrs 5 min
Fuel Service sign
Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km
93 Petrol R26.52 / litre
R2,211.79
95 Petrol R26.63 / litre
R2,220.96
Diesel 500ppm R32.30 / litre
R2,693.85
Diesel 50ppm R32.50 / litre
R2,710.53
93 Petrol R26.52 / litre
R2,918.33
95 Petrol R26.63 / litre
R2,930.44
Diesel 500ppm R32.30 / litre
R3,554.38
Diesel 50ppm R32.50 / litre
R3,576.39
93 Petrol R26.52 / litre
R3,839.91
95 Petrol R26.63 / litre
R3,855.84
Diesel 500ppm R32.30 / litre
R4,676.81
Diesel 50ppm R32.50 / litre
R4,705.77
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🧭 Route vector
Compass bearing
71° ENE
Forward azimuth heading
Return heading Reverse azimuth
251° WSW
Coordinate delta Lat / Lon shift
North-East
Start coords Origin point
-29.6661, 17.8831
End coords Destination point
-26.2050, 28.0497
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Long-distance caution
Route class Operational trip category
Local shared
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1,158.3 km 13 hrs 35 min
Start Springbok N1
Finish Johannesburg
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Start point
Destination
Driving route
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Turn-by-turn directions

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  1. Head on Namakwa Street
    0.0 km
  2. Continue left onto Namakwa Street
    0.1 km
  3. Turn left onto Voortrekker Street
    3.6 km
  4. Continue straight
    331.5 km
  5. Turn left
    39.2 km
  6. Turn right onto Z.F. Mgcawu Street
    0.2 km
  7. Turn left onto Scott Street
    0.1 km
  8. Turn right onto Schroder Street
    188.0 km
  9. Go straight
    0.3 km
  10. At the end of the road, turn left
    23.9 km
  11. Turn slight right
    0.0 km
  12. Keep slight left at the fork
    3.5 km
  13. At the roundabout, take the 2nd exit
    0.1 km
  14. Continue
    186.6 km
  15. Turn right onto Market Street
    5.3 km
  16. Turn left
    78.0 km
  17. Turn left onto General Delarey Street
    61.1 km
  18. Turn right
    21.7 km
  19. At the end of the road, turn right
    0.1 km
  20. Turn left
    21.0 km
  21. At the end of the road, turn right
    147.2 km
  22. Turn right
    15.3 km
  23. Continue straight onto Main Reef Road
    0.4 km
  24. Continue straight onto Albertina Sisulu Road
    1.5 km
  25. Turn slight left towards M36
    0.1 km
  26. Go straight onto Barratt Road
    1.7 km
  27. Turn right onto Voortrekker Road
    2.0 km
  28. Continue straight onto Ontdekkers Road
    11.0 km
  29. Turn left onto Gordon Road
    1.1 km
  30. Turn right towards N1
    0.4 km
  31. Merge slight right onto Western Bypass
    1.4 km
  32. Take the exit ramp slight left towards R24: Maraisburg
    0.6 km
  33. Turn left onto Albertina Sisulu Road
    3.7 km
  34. At the end of the road, turn right onto Albertina Sisulu Road
    7.5 km
  35. Turn right onto Polly Street
    0.1 km
  36. Turn right onto Commissioner Street
    0.1 km
  37. 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 N1
This route includes 2 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.
Unnamed e-Toll gantry near -26.177, 27.945
Road: GFIP / Gauteng e-Toll network
R0.00
e-Toll Fiscal
Road: Road not linked yet
R0.00
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Stop Stopover sign
Halfway point
578.8 km
Mid-route position Road corridor partition
50 / 50
Time partition Start / finish split
6 hrs 47 min • 6 hrs 47 min
Waypoint reference Nearest route marker
Mid-route reference
Vec Consumption & emissions
Consumption & emissions profile
83.4 L needed
Highly direct • 7.2 L/100km baseline
CO2 emitted Estimated tailpipe output
192.7 kg
Fuel mass Approximate tank weight
62.6 kg
Cost per km Based on 95 Petrol
R1.68
Directness index As-the-crow-flies ratio
92.4%
☀ Solar data
Daylight window at Johannesburg
06:35 – 17:32
Outside daylight hours
Solar noonHighest sun position
Total daylightUsable driving light
10 hrs 56 min
Light remainingUntil sunset
13 hrs 50 min
SunriseDawn break
06:35
Fin Tax & wear
Wear & SARS deduction
R4,841.88
Single trip SARS allowance
SARS rate R4.18/km fixed rate
R4.18/km
Tyre wear Estimated tread cost
R23.17
Service wear Oil & filter allocation
R231.67
Total trip wear Excludes fuel & tolls
R5,096.71
Nav Maneuver index
Navigation complexity
Moderate (10)
Turn difficulty rating
Roundabouts Multi-path navigation
1
Lane merges Yield required
1
Complex forks Path selection
1
Highway exits Deceleration zones
2
Route atlas

Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

ZA-ATLAS
Origin Springbok N1 Start: Namakwa Street -29.66609, 17.88310
Midpoint
578.8 km
Total: 1,158.3 km
Midpoint 578.8 km
1,158.3 km 13 hrs 35 min
Destination Johannesburg End: Commissioner Street -26.20500, 28.04972

Route sheet

Route class Resolved South Africa route
Province span South Africa
One-way road span 1,158.3 km
Return-cycle span 2,316.7 km
Traversal time 13 hrs 35 min
Maneuver count 37
Maneuver density 3.2 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 578.8 km

Coordinate frame

Start -29.66609, 17.88310
Midpoint -27.79265, 23.06609
End -26.20500, 28.04972
Destination services

Available in Johannesburg

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Service groups 8
Schools Clothing stores Banks Fuel stations and garages Taxi ranks Supermarkets
Nearby category Schools Top 6 nearby matches around Johannesburg
6
Nearby category Clothing stores Top 6 nearby matches around Johannesburg
6
  • Jam Clothing
    57 Von Weilligh Street
  • Footgear
    86 Eloff Street, Johannesburg, 2001
  • Mr Price
    Kerk Street, Johannesburg, 2001
  • Markham
    85 Eloff Street, Johannesburg, 2001
  • Spitz
    85 Eloff Street, Johannesburg, 2001
  • Rage
    85 Eloff Street, Johannesburg, 2001
Nearby category Banks Top 6 nearby matches around Johannesburg
6
Nearby category Fuel stations and garages Top 6 nearby matches around Johannesburg
6
Nearby category Taxi ranks Top 5 nearby matches around Johannesburg
5
Nearby category Supermarkets Top 6 nearby matches around Johannesburg
6
  • Usave
    156 Albertina Sisulu Road, Johannesburg, 2001, Gauteng
  • Spar
    Johannesburg
  • Quickshop
    Johannesburg
  • Game
    Rissik Street, Johannesburg, 2001
  • Boxer
    Noord Street, Johannesburg, 2001, Gauteng
  • Shoprite
    120 End Street, Johannesburg, 2094, Gauteng
Nearby category Pharmacies Top 1 nearby match around Johannesburg
1
Nearby category Shopping malls Top 6 nearby matches around Johannesburg
6
Destination brief

Travelling to Johannesburg

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

Signature Business and urban culture hub
Standout District-based city of work, nightlife and culture
Johannesburg works best when treated as a district-based city rather than one central point, with business travel, dining, nightlife and urban culture distributed across very different areas.
Best for Who this destination suits
Business trip City break Food and nightlife Events travel
Arrival What to expect on arrival
Sandton, Rosebank, Melrose, the inner city and the airport corridor all create different route patterns. The final district matters.
Regional base Good base for nearby trips
Destination facts Quick reference details
Joburg Tourism positions the city strongly around tourism investment and long-term value
The city is best treated as a set of districts rather than one centre
Business-led travel remains a major part of Johannesburg demand
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Questions 9
How far is Springbok N1 from Johannesburg? +
Springbok N1 is about 1,158.3 km from Johannesburg by road.
How long does it take from Springbok N1 to Johannesburg? +
The drive usually takes about 13 hrs 35 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from Springbok N1 to Johannesburg 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 Springbok N1 to Johannesburg? +
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 Springbok N1 to Johannesburg? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R2,211.79 (R26.52 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R2,220.96 (R26.63 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R2,693.85 (R32.30 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R2,710.53 (R32.50 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from Springbok N1 to Johannesburg? +
Yes. There are 2 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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Towns along the route

Western Bypass
From Springbok N1 To Johannesburg
: Maraisburg
From Springbok N1 To Johannesburg

Route Locations

Start area
Springbok N1, Northern Cape
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available
Destination area
Johannesburg
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available

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