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Distance from The Link to Polokwane

The Link to Polokwane is a solid inter-town journey, covering about 303.9 km in roughly 3 hrs 21 min.

N The Link → Polokwane
Road distance
303.9 km
M9 N1 N14
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
278.7 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
1.09×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
22
Info Travel board
Travel time
3 hrs 21 min
Start point
The Link
End point
Compensatie Street
Return: 42 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
201 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
90.6 km/h
Stop-adjusted ETA 1 planned rest stop
3 hrs 36 min
Fuel Service sign
Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R508.73
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R511.14
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R566.72
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R571.31
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R671.25
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R674.42
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R747.75
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R753.82
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R883.22
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R887.40
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R983.89
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R991.86
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🧭 Route vector
Compass bearing
31° NNE
Forward azimuth heading
Return heading Reverse azimuth
211° SSW
Coordinate delta Lat / Lon shift
North-East
Start coords Origin point
-26.0651, 28.0570
End coords Destination point
-23.9058, 29.4614
Taxi Local commuter
Taxi fare estimate
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Long-distance caution
Route class Operational trip category
Local shared
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303.9 km 3 hrs 21 min
Start The Link
Finish Polokwane
Map key
Start point
Destination
Driving route
Navigation sign

Turn-by-turn directions

↑
  1. Head on The Link
    0.2 km
  2. At the end of the road, turn right onto The Crescent
    0.3 km
  3. At the end of the road, turn left onto North Road
    0.1 km
  4. Turn left onto Rivonia Road
    2.9 km
  5. Continue straight onto Rivonia Road
    0.2 km
  6. Take the ramp slight left towards M9
    0.7 km
  7. Keep slight right at the fork towards N1: Pretoria
    0.4 km
  8. Merge slight right onto Western Bypass
    2.1 km
  9. Take the exit ramp slight left towards N1: Pretoria
    1.6 km
  10. Continue straight onto Ben Schoeman Highway
    18.6 km
  11. Take the exit ramp slight left towards N14: Pretoria
    0.5 km
  12. Keep slight right at the fork towards N14: Pretoria
    1.6 km
  13. Merge slight right
    162.7 km
  14. Keep slight right at the fork
    104.7 km
  15. Take the exit ramp slight left
    2.0 km
  16. Go straight
    2.7 km
  17. At the roundabout, take the 2nd exit onto Grobler Street
    0.0 km
  18. Continue onto Grobler Street
    0.3 km
  19. Keep slight left at the fork onto Grobler Street
    0.1 km
  20. Go straight onto Grobler Street
    1.8 km
  21. Turn left onto Compensatie Street
    0.2 km
  22. You have arrived at your destination
    0.0 km
Navigation sign

Tolls on this route

R
Tolls found 36
Known total R1,077.00
Main toll road N1
This route includes 36 toll points from our database. The strongest toll-road match is N1. 5 Gauteng open-road / gantry toll points are shown as R0.00 because GFIP e-toll charging ended from 12 April 2024.
Kranskop
Road: Road not linked yet
R61.50
e-Toll Gantry TG001
Road: GFIP / Gauteng e-Toll network
R0.00
Unnamed e-Toll gantry near -26.041, 28.077
Road: GFIP / Gauteng e-Toll network
R0.00
Pumulani
Road: Road not linked yet
R16.50
e-Toll Ihobe
Road: Road not linked yet
R0.00
Kranskop
Road: Road not linked yet
R61.50
Kranskop
Road: Road not linked yet
R61.50
Kranskop
Road: Road not linked yet
R61.50
Pumulani
Road: Road not linked yet
R16.50
Carousel
Road: Road not linked yet
R75.00
Carousel
Road: Road not linked yet
R75.00
Zambesi
Road: Road not linked yet
R15.00
Zambesi
Road: Road not linked yet
R15.00
e-Toll Ivusi
Road: Road not linked yet
R0.00
Unnamed e-Toll gantry near -25.819, 28.254
Road: GFIP / Gauteng e-Toll network
R0.00
Carousel
Road: Road not linked yet
R75.00
e-Toll Pikoko
Road: Road not linked yet
R0.00
Nyl
Road: Road not linked yet
R79.50
Nyl
Road: Road not linked yet
R79.50
Nyl
Road: Road not linked yet
R79.50
e-Toll Sunbird
Road: Road not linked yet
R0.00
Nyl
Road: Road not linked yet
R79.50
Stormvoël
Road: Road not linked yet
R12.50
Murrayhill
Road: Road not linked yet
R0.00
Unnamed e-Toll gantry near -25.848, 28.229
Road: GFIP / Gauteng e-Toll network
R0.00
Stormvoël
Road: Road not linked yet
R12.50
Murrayhill
Road: Road not linked yet
R0.00
Wallmansthal
Road: Road not linked yet
R7.50
Wallmansthal
Road: Road not linked yet
R7.50
Unnamed e-Toll gantry near -25.939, 28.140
Road: GFIP / Gauteng e-Toll network
R0.00
Sebetiela
Road: Road not linked yet
R24.50
Sebetiela
Road: Road not linked yet
R24.50
Hammanskraal
Road: Road not linked yet
R35.00
Hammanskraal
Road: Road not linked yet
R35.00
Maubane
Road: Road not linked yet
R33.00
Maubane
Road: Road not linked yet
R33.00
Routes ↩ Polokwane → The Link The Link to Johannesburg The Link to Pretoria The Link to Cape Town The Link to Durban Johannesburg to Polokwane Pretoria to Polokwane Cape Town to Polokwane
Stop Stopover sign
Halfway point
152.3 km
Mid-route position Road corridor partition
50 / 50
Time partition Start / finish split
1 hr 40 min • 1 hr 40 min
Waypoint reference Nearest route marker
Mid-route reference
Vec Consumption & emissions
Consumption & emissions profile
21.9 L needed
Highly direct • 7.2 L/100km baseline
CO2 emitted Estimated tailpipe output
50.5 kg
Fuel mass Approximate tank weight
16.4 kg
Cost per km Based on 95 Petrol
R1.68
Directness index As-the-crow-flies ratio
91.7%
☀ Solar data
Daylight window at Polokwane
06:24 – 17:33
Outside daylight hours
Solar noonHighest sun position
Total daylightUsable driving light
11 hrs 9 min
Light remainingUntil sunset
13 hrs 25 min
SunriseDawn break
06:24
Fin Tax & wear
Wear & SARS deduction
R1,270.31
Single trip SARS allowance
SARS rate R4.18/km fixed rate
R4.18/km
Tyre wear Estimated tread cost
R6.08
Service wear Oil & filter allocation
R60.78
Total trip wear Excludes fuel & tolls
R1,337.17
Nav Maneuver index
Navigation complexity
High (20)
Turn difficulty rating
Roundabouts Multi-path navigation
1
Lane merges Yield required
2
Complex forks Path selection
4
Highway exits Deceleration zones
4
Route atlas

Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

ZA-ATLAS
Origin The Link Start: The Link -26.06510, 28.05702
Midpoint
152.3 km
Total: 303.9 km
Midpoint 152.3 km
303.9 km 3 hrs 21 min
Destination Polokwane End: Compensatie Street -23.90583, 29.46139

Route sheet

Route class Resolved South Africa route
Province span South Africa
One-way road span 303.9 km
Return-cycle span 607.8 km
Traversal time 3 hrs 21 min
Maneuver count 22
Maneuver density 7.2 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 152.3 km

Coordinate frame

Start -26.06510, 28.05702
Midpoint -24.83725, 28.40312
End -23.90583, 29.46139
Destination services

Available in Polokwane

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 Polokwane
6
Nearby category Clothing stores Top 6 nearby matches around Polokwane
6
Nearby category Banks Top 6 nearby matches around Polokwane
6
Nearby category Fuel stations and garages Top 3 nearby matches around Polokwane
3
Nearby category Supermarkets Top 6 nearby matches around Polokwane
6
Nearby category Shopping malls Top 4 nearby matches around Polokwane
4
Destination brief

Travelling to Polokwane

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

Signature Limpopo capital hub
Standout Provincial capital with northern-route value
Best for Who this destination suits
Business trip Limpopo base Overnight stop Provincial capital stay
Arrival What to expect on arrival
Airport-side, central-city and N1-adjacent arrivals each create different practical trips, so the exact stop should be named clearly.
Regional base Good base for nearby trips
Use Polokwane as a Limpopo base for provincial business, city services and longer northbound or bushveld-connected road trips.
Destination facts Quick reference details
Polokwane Tourism positions the city as a vibrant capital with attractions and activities
The municipality provides tourism guides and visitor material
The city plays a major service-hub role for Limpopo travel
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Route FAQ

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Questions 9
How far is The Link from Polokwane? +
The Link is about 303.9 km from Polokwane by road.
How long does it take from The Link to Polokwane? +
The drive usually takes about 3 hrs 21 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from The Link to Polokwane in one day? +
Yes, for many drivers this can be done in one day.
Is taxi available from The Link to Polokwane? +
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 The Link to Polokwane? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R508.73 (R23.25 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R511.14 (R23.36 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R566.72 (R25.90 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R571.31 (R26.11 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from The Link to Polokwane? +
Yes. There are 36 tollgates 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 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

The Crescent
From The Link To Polokwane
: Pretoria
From The Link To Polokwane
Western Bypass
From The Link To Polokwane
Krugersdorp
From The Link To Polokwane

Route Locations

Start area
The Link, Gauteng
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available
Destination area
Polokwane
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available

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