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Distance from Springbok N1 to Rustenburg

Springbok N1 to Rustenburg is a full long-distance road trip, covering about 1,129.3 km in roughly 13 hrs 9 min.

N Springbok N1 → Rustenburg
Road distance
1,129.3 km
R510
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
1,022.9 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
1.10×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
30
Info Travel board
Travel time
13 hrs 9 min
Start point
Namakwa Street
End point
President Thabo Mbeki Drive
Return: 19 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
789 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
85.8 km/h
Stop-adjusted ETA 6 planned rest stops
14 hrs 39 min
Fuel Service sign
Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km
93 Petrol R26.52 / litre
R2,156.35
95 Petrol R26.63 / litre
R2,165.29
Diesel 500ppm R32.30 / litre
R2,626.32
Diesel 50ppm R32.50 / litre
R2,642.58
93 Petrol R26.52 / litre
R2,845.18
95 Petrol R26.63 / litre
R2,856.98
Diesel 500ppm R32.30 / litre
R3,465.28
Diesel 50ppm R32.50 / litre
R3,486.74
93 Petrol R26.52 / litre
R3,743.66
95 Petrol R26.63 / litre
R3,759.18
Diesel 500ppm R32.30 / litre
R4,559.58
Diesel 50ppm R32.50 / litre
R4,587.81
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🧭 Route vector
Compass bearing
66° ENE
Forward azimuth heading
Return heading Reverse azimuth
246° WSW
Coordinate delta Lat / Lon shift
North-East
Start coords Origin point
-29.6661, 17.8831
End coords Destination point
-25.6657, 27.2414
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Route class Operational trip category
Local shared
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1,129.3 km 13 hrs 9 min
Start Springbok N1
Finish Rustenburg
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Start point
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Driving route
Navigation sign

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
    1.2 km
  16. Turn left onto Moffat Street
    0.8 km
  17. Continue straight onto Mahikeng Road
    156.5 km
  18. Continue straight onto Main Street
    0.6 km
  19. At the end of the road, turn right onto Nelson Mandela Drive
    0.1 km
  20. Turn left onto Shippard Street
    67.0 km
  21. Continue straight
    119.4 km
  22. Take the exit ramp slight left towards Rustenburg
    0.9 km
  23. Turn left onto Doctor Moroka Drive
    1.0 km
  24. Turn right onto Watsonia Road
    2.1 km
  25. Continue straight onto Brink Street
    0.3 km
  26. Turn slight left towards R510
    0.1 km
  27. Go straight onto Bethlehem Street
    1.0 km
  28. Turn right onto Heystek Street
    0.5 km
  29. Turn left onto President Thabo Mbeki Drive
    0.7 km
  30. You have arrived at your destination
    0.0 km
Navigation sign

Tolls on this route

R
Tolls found 1
Known total R103.00
Main toll road Not found
This route includes 1 toll point from our database.
Swartruggens Toll Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R103.00
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Stop Stopover sign
Halfway point
564.5 km
Mid-route position Road corridor partition
50 / 50
Time partition Start / finish split
6 hrs 34 min • 6 hrs 34 min
Waypoint reference Nearest route marker
Mid-route reference
Vec Consumption & emissions
Consumption & emissions profile
81.3 L needed
Highly direct • 7.2 L/100km baseline
CO2 emitted Estimated tailpipe output
187.8 kg
Fuel mass Approximate tank weight
61.0 kg
Cost per km Based on 95 Petrol
R1.68
Directness index As-the-crow-flies ratio
90.6%
☀ Solar data
Daylight window at Rustenburg
06:37 – 17:36
Active daylight
Solar noonHighest sun position
Total daylightUsable driving light
10 hrs 58 min
Light remainingUntil sunset
8 hrs 8 min
SunriseDawn break
06:37
Fin Tax & wear
Wear & SARS deduction
R4,720.51
Single trip SARS allowance
SARS rate R4.18/km fixed rate
R4.18/km
Tyre wear Estimated tread cost
R22.59
Service wear Oil & filter allocation
R225.86
Total trip wear Excludes fuel & tolls
R4,968.96
Nav Maneuver index
Navigation complexity
Moderate (8)
Turn difficulty rating
Roundabouts Multi-path navigation
1
Lane merges Yield required
0
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
564.5 km
Total: 1,129.3 km
Midpoint 564.5 km
1,129.3 km 13 hrs 9 min
Destination Rustenburg End: President Thabo Mbeki Drive -25.66566, 27.24145

Route sheet

Route class Resolved South Africa route
Province span South Africa
One-way road span 1,129.3 km
Return-cycle span 2,258.6 km
Traversal time 13 hrs 9 min
Maneuver count 30
Maneuver density 2.7 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 564.5 km

Coordinate frame

Start -29.66609, 17.88310
Midpoint -27.88401, 22.97178
End -25.66566, 27.24145
Destination services

Available in Rustenburg

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

Service groups 6
Schools Clothing stores Banks Fuel stations and garages Supermarkets Shopping malls
Nearby category Schools Top 6 nearby matches around Rustenburg
6
Nearby category Clothing stores Top 5 nearby matches around Rustenburg
5
  • PEP
    Thabo Mbeki Drive, Rustenburg, 0299, North West
  • PEP
    Rustenburg, 0299, North West
  • PEP
    Fatima Bhayat Street, Rustenburg, North West
  • PEP
    3550 Monareng Street, Rustenburg, 0299, North West
  • Woolworths
    1 Augrabies Avenue, Rustenburg, 0300
Nearby category Banks Top 6 nearby matches around Rustenburg
6
Nearby category Fuel stations and garages Top 2 nearby matches around Rustenburg
2
Nearby category Supermarkets Top 6 nearby matches around Rustenburg
6
  • Pick n Pay Express
    6 Oliver Thambo Drive, Rustenburg, 0300, Gauteng
  • Pick n Pay
    Smit Street, Rustenburg, 0300
  • Shoprite
    114 Kerk Street, Rustenburg, 0299, North West
  • Shoprite
    Rustenburg, 0300, North West
  • Usave
    44 Zendeling Street, Rustenburg, 0299, North West
  • Bonjour
    Rustenburg, 0299
Nearby category Shopping malls Top 2 nearby matches around Rustenburg
2
Destination brief

Travelling to Rustenburg

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

Signature North West access city
Standout Practical city for sport, shopping and nearby leisure
Best for Who this destination suits
Business trip North West stop Sport and event travel Short-break base
Arrival What to expect on arrival
The final zone matters because central Rustenburg, resort-side stays and outlying leisure properties create different route patterns.
Regional base Good base for nearby trips
Use Rustenburg as a city base for North West travel, events, practical overnights and leisure extensions into the wider region.
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Questions 9
How far is Springbok N1 from Rustenburg? +
Springbok N1 is about 1,129.3 km from Rustenburg by road.
How long does it take from Springbok N1 to Rustenburg? +
The drive usually takes about 13 hrs 9 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from Springbok N1 to Rustenburg 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 Rustenburg? +
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 Rustenburg? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R2,156.35 (R26.52 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R2,165.29 (R26.63 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R2,626.32 (R32.30 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R2,642.58 (R32.50 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from Springbok N1 to Rustenburg? +
Yes. There is 1 tollgate 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. 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
Springbok N1, Northern Cape
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available
Destination area
Rustenburg
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available

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