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Distance from Tembisa to Pretoria

Tembisa to Pretoria is a short everyday drive, covering about 35.0 km in roughly 32 min.

N Tembisa → Pretoria
Road distance
35 km
21.8 mi • 18.9 nmi
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
29.6 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
1.18×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
21
Info Travel board
Travel time
31 min
Return: 1 hr 4 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
31 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
64.7 km/h
Stop-adjusted ETA 0 planned rest stops
32 min
Fuel Service sign
Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R58.61
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R58.89
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R65.29
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R65.82
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R77.33
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R77.70
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R86.15
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R86.85
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R101.76
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R102.24
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R113.35
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R114.27
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Wx Destination weather
Today's outlook for Pretoria
12.5°C
Overcast
Feels like Perceived temperature
12.4°C
Day range High / low
H 19° • L 13°
Rain chance Today's probability
87%
Wind 10m wind speed
6 km/h
Taxi Local commuter
Taxi fare estimate
Check local taxi rank
Long-distance caution
Route class Operational trip category
Local shared
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35 km 32 min
Start Tembisa
Finish Pretoria
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Destination
Driving route
Navigation sign

Turn-by-turn directions

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  1. Start your journey
    0.1 km
  2. Turn left onto Kangaroo Street
    0.1 km
  3. Turn right onto Thami Mnyele Drive West
    0.5 km
  4. At the end of the road, turn left onto Thami Mnyele Drive
    0.4 km
  5. Turn left onto Brian Mazibuko Drive East
    1.1 km
  6. At the end of the road, turn right onto Reverend R.T.J. Nemane Drive
    1.0 km
  7. Turn right onto Ruth First Street
    0.5 km
  8. At the end of the road, turn left onto Pretoria Road
    0.2 km
  9. Continue straight onto Goedehoop Avenue
    1.7 km
  10. Turn right onto Olifantsfontein Road
    0.6 km
  11. Take the ramp slight left towards R21: Pretoria
    0.9 km
  12. Merge slight right onto Albertina Sisulu Freeway
    23.7 km
  13. Continue straight onto Fountains Circle
    0.1 km
  14. Continue straight onto Nelson Mandela Drive
    1.1 km
  15. Turn slight left onto Railway Street
    1.1 km
  16. Turn left onto Scheiding Street
    0.3 km
  17. Continue right onto Bosman Street
    1.1 km
  18. Turn right onto Church Street
    0.2 km
  19. Turn right onto Paul Kruger Street
    0.1 km
  20. Turn sharp left onto Church Square
    0.2 km
  21. You have arrived at your destination
    0.0 km
Navigation sign

Tolls on this route

R
Tolls found 5
Known total R0.00
Main toll road R21 - Albertina Sisulu Freeway
This route includes 5 toll points from our database. The strongest toll-road match is R21 - Albertina Sisulu Freeway. 5 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 -25.852, 28.251
Road: GFIP / Gauteng e-Toll network
R0.00
Unnamed e-Toll gantry near -25.922, 28.262
Road: GFIP / Gauteng e-Toll network
R0.00
Unnamed e-Toll gantry near -25.820, 28.239
Road: GFIP / Gauteng e-Toll network
R0.00
Unnamed e-Toll gantry near -25.953, 28.257
Road: GFIP / Gauteng e-Toll network
R0.00
Unnamed e-Toll gantry near -25.997, 28.250
Road: GFIP / Gauteng e-Toll network
R0.00
Stop Stopover sign
Halfway point
17.6 km
Mid-route position Road corridor partition
50 / 50
Time partition Start / finish split
16 min • 16 min
Waypoint reference Nearest route marker
Mid-route reference
Loc Route geography
Route geography
Tembisa → Pretoria
Start and destination context
Start area Origin
Tembisa, Gauteng
Destination area Arrival
Pretoria
Road span Street reference
— • —
Post Postal reference
Postal reference
— • —
Tembisa → Pretoria
Tembisa Origin postcode
Not available
Pretoria Destination postcode
Not available
Province span Route area
South Africa
Set Nearby route set
Nearby route set
Pretoria to Midrand
3 other similar routes
Pretoria to Midrand Overlapping province
5.2 km
Johannesburg to Benoni Overlapping province
7.7 km
Johannesburg to Pretoria Overlapping province
18.9 km
Rev Related route set
Related route set
Pretoria → Tembisa
Tembisa ↔ Pretoria
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Route atlas

Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

ZA-ATLAS
Origin Tembisa -26.00961, 28.23138
Midpoint
17.6 km
Total: 35 km
Midpoint 17.6 km
35 km 32 min
Destination Pretoria -25.74593, 28.18791

Route sheet

Route class Resolved South Africa route
Province span South Africa
One-way road span 35 km
Return-cycle span 70 km
Traversal time 32 min
Maneuver count 21
Maneuver density 60.0 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 17.6 km

Coordinate frame

Start -26.00961, 28.23138
Midpoint -25.87687, 28.25451
End -25.74593, 28.18791
Destination services

Available in Pretoria

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

Service groups 8
Schools Clothing stores Banks Fuel stations and garages Taxi ranks Supermarkets
Nearby category Schools Top 6 nearby matches around Pretoria
6
Nearby category Clothing stores Top 6 nearby matches around Pretoria
6
  • PEP
    14 Bureau Avenue, Pretoria, 0002, Gauteng
  • Mr Price
    Thabo Sehume Street, Pretoria, 0002
  • PEP
    Pretoria, 0002, Gauteng
  • Mr Price
    Helen Joseph Street, Pretoria
  • Truworths
    Pretoria
  • PEP
    275 Church Street, Pretoria, 0002, Gauteng
Nearby category Banks Top 6 nearby matches around Pretoria
6
Nearby category Fuel stations and garages Top 5 nearby matches around Pretoria
5
Nearby category Taxi ranks Top 1 nearby match around Pretoria
1
Nearby category Supermarkets Top 6 nearby matches around Pretoria
6
Nearby category Pharmacies Top 3 nearby matches around Pretoria
3
  • Clicks
    Pretorius Street, Pretoria
  • Clicks
    Bosman Street
  • Dis-Chem
    Shop B03 Kirkness Street, Pretoria, 0002
Nearby category Shopping malls Top 6 nearby matches around Pretoria
6
Destination brief

Travelling to Tshwane / Pretoria

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

Signature Capital city and cultural core
Standout Monuments, government and a wider Tshwane spread
Pretoria is strongest as part of the wider Tshwane capital area, where government, museums, monuments and different suburban nodes create a broader destination than the historic centre alone.
Best for Who this destination suits
Government travel Museums and monuments City stay Business travel
Arrival What to expect on arrival
Union Buildings, Hatfield, Menlyn, Centurion-side travel and the old core are different arrivals. Naming the exact zone matters.
Regional base Good base for nearby trips
Use Pretoria and the wider Tshwane area for government travel, heritage stops, conferences and north-Gauteng city stays.
Destination facts Quick reference details
Visit Tshwane describes the city as cultural and cosmopolitan
The destination combines grand architecture and museums
Five major highways feed into the wider Tshwane area
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Route FAQ

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Questions 8
How far is Tembisa from Pretoria? +
Tembisa is about 35 km from Pretoria by road.
How long does it take from Tembisa to Pretoria? +
The drive usually takes about 32 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from Tembisa to Pretoria in one day? +
Yes, for many drivers this can be done in one day.
Is taxi available from Tembisa to Pretoria? +
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 Tembisa to Pretoria? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R58.61 (R23.25 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R58.89 (R23.36 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R65.29 (R25.90 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R65.82 (R26.11 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from Tembisa to Pretoria? +
Yes. There are 5 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
Tembisa, Gauteng
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available
Destination area
Pretoria
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available

Distance comparisons

Here are similar South African routes with a close travel distance, prioritised by the same province or matching province pair where possible.

Pretoria to Midrand Overlapping province
About 29.8 km Difference: 5.2 km
Johannesburg to Benoni Overlapping province
About 27.3 km Difference: 7.7 km
Johannesburg to Pretoria Overlapping province
About 53.9 km Difference: 18.9 km
Johannesburg to Soweto Overlapping province
About 19.9 km Difference: 15.1 km
Pretoria to Centurion Overlapping province
About 13.2 km Difference: 21.8 km

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