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Distance from Theunissen M7 to Cape Town

Theunissen M7 to Cape Town is a full long-distance road trip, covering about 1,101.0 km in roughly 12 hrs 27 min.

N Theunissen M7 → Cape Town
Road distance
1,101.0 km
M60
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
999.6 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
1.10×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
20
Info Travel board
Travel time
12 hrs 27 min
Start point
President Steyn Street
End point
Gallery Lane
Return: 54 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
747 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
88.4 km/h
Stop-adjusted ETA 6 planned rest stops
13 hrs 57 min
Fuel Service sign
Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R1,843.08
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R1,851.80
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R2,053.15
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R2,069.79
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R2,431.84
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R2,443.34
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R2,709.01
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R2,730.98
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R3,199.78
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R3,214.92
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R3,564.49
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R3,593.39
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🧭 Route vector
Compass bearing
230° SW
Forward azimuth heading
Return heading Reverse azimuth
50° NE
Coordinate delta Lat / Lon shift
South-West
Start coords Origin point
-28.4006, 26.7106
End coords Destination point
-33.9288, 18.4172
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Route class Operational trip category
Local shared
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1,101.0 km 12 hrs 27 min
Start Theunissen M7
Finish Cape Town
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Destination
Driving route
Navigation sign

Turn-by-turn directions

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  1. Head on President Steyn Street
    0.3 km
  2. Turn left onto Voortrekker Street
    0.7 km
  3. At the end of the road, turn right onto Woltemade Street
    0.2 km
  4. Turn left
    0.1 km
  5. Turn left onto Z.R. Mahabane Highway
    77.8 km
  6. Take the ramp straight
    1.3 km
  7. Merge slight right
    556.1 km
  8. At the roundabout, take the 3rd exit onto Donkin Street
    0.1 km
  9. Continue onto Donkin Street
    388.0 km
  10. Continue straight
    73.3 km
  11. Take the exit ramp slight left towards M60: Cape Town
    0.5 km
  12. Keep slight left at the fork towards M60: Zonnebloem
    0.1 km
  13. Turn slight left onto Christiaan Barnard Street
    0.9 km
  14. Turn right onto Sir Lowry Road
    0.3 km
  15. Continue slight right onto Darling Street
    0.1 km
  16. Turn left onto Buitenkant Street
    0.6 km
  17. Turn right onto Roeland Street
    0.3 km
  18. At the end of the road, turn left onto Saint Johns Road
    0.2 km
  19. Turn right onto Gallery Lane
    0.1 km
  20. You have arrived at your destination
    0.0 km
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Tolls on this route

R
Tolls found 6
Known total R288.50
Main toll road N1
This route includes 6 toll points from our database. The strongest toll-road match is N1.
Huguenot
Road: Road not linked yet
R54.50
Brandfort
Road: Road not linked yet
R62.50
Brandfort
Road: R30/R730/R34
R62.50
Huguenot
Road: Road not linked yet
R54.50
Unnamed toll booth near Huguenot
Road: Near Huguenot / N1 corridor
R0.00
Huguenot
Road: Road not linked yet
R54.50
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Stop Stopover sign
Halfway point
550.5 km
Mid-route position Road corridor partition
50 / 50
Time partition Start / finish split
6 hrs 13 min • 6 hrs 13 min
Waypoint reference Nearest route marker
Mid-route reference
Vec Consumption & emissions
Consumption & emissions profile
79.3 L needed
Highly direct • 7.2 L/100km baseline
CO2 emitted Estimated tailpipe output
183.1 kg
Fuel mass Approximate tank weight
59.5 kg
Cost per km Based on 95 Petrol
R1.68
Directness index As-the-crow-flies ratio
90.8%
☀ Solar data
Daylight window at Cape Town
07:20 – 18:05
Outside daylight hours
Solar noonHighest sun position
Total daylightUsable driving light
10 hrs 44 min
Light remainingUntil sunset
Expired
SunriseDawn break
07:20
Fin Tax & wear
Wear & SARS deduction
R4,602.18
Single trip SARS allowance
SARS rate R4.18/km fixed rate
R4.18/km
Tyre wear Estimated tread cost
R22.02
Service wear Oil & filter allocation
R220.20
Total trip wear Excludes fuel & tolls
R4,844.40
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 Theunissen M7 Start: President Steyn Street -28.40056, 26.71056
Midpoint
550.5 km
Total: 1,101.0 km
Midpoint 550.5 km
1,101.0 km 12 hrs 27 min
Destination Cape Town End: Gallery Lane -33.92883, 18.41722

Route sheet

Route class Resolved South Africa route
Province span South Africa
One-way road span 1,101.0 km
Return-cycle span 2,202.0 km
Traversal time 12 hrs 27 min
Maneuver count 20
Maneuver density 1.8 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 550.5 km

Coordinate frame

Start -28.40056, 26.71056
Midpoint -31.88622, 23.21997
End -33.92883, 18.41722
Destination services

Available in Cape Town

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

Service groups 7
Schools Clothing stores Banks Fuel stations and garages Supermarkets Pharmacies
Nearby category Schools Top 6 nearby matches around Cape Town
6
Nearby category Clothing stores Top 6 nearby matches around Cape Town
6
Nearby category Banks Top 6 nearby matches around Cape Town
6
Nearby category Fuel stations and garages Top 6 nearby matches around Cape Town
6
  • Shell
    1 Orange Street, Cape Town, 8001, Western Cape
  • Shell Select
    130 Buitenkant Street, Cape Town, 8001, Western Cape
  • Shell
    Cape Town, 8001, Western Cape
  • Shell Select
    8001, Western Cape
  • Shell
    Main Road, Sea Point, Cape Town, 8005, Western Cape
  • Shell Select
    8005, Western Cape
Nearby category Supermarkets Top 6 nearby matches around Cape Town
6
Nearby category Pharmacies Top 2 nearby matches around Cape Town
2
Nearby category Shopping malls Top 6 nearby matches around Cape Town
6
Destination brief

Travelling to Cape Town

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

Signature Mother City
Standout Table Mountain, coast and neighbourhood variety
Cape Town combines mountain, ocean and sharply different neighbourhoods in a way few South African cities can match, which is why the exact district matters almost as much as the city name itself.
Best for Who this destination suits
City break Food and culture Beach trip Conference travel
Arrival What to expect on arrival
A CBD arrival is not the same trip as Camps Bay, Sea Point, Century City, the southern suburbs or the airport side. Choose the exact district before departure.
Local pulse
Cape Town Tourism continues to actively promote current events, deals and trip-planning tools, which makes live city timing relevant to route planning.
Updated: 2026-04-08 · Source: Cape Town Tourism
Regional base Good base for nearby trips
Use Cape Town as a base for urban sightseeing, Atlantic and False Bay coast days, Winelands links and longer Western Cape touring.
Destination facts Quick reference details
Cape Town Tourism offers trip-planning tools for places to stay, eat and see
The city works for both leisure and conference travel
Neighbourhood choice strongly shapes the trip
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Questions 9
How far is Theunissen M7 from Cape Town? +
Theunissen M7 is about 1,101.0 km from Cape Town by road.
How long does it take from Theunissen M7 to Cape Town? +
The drive usually takes about 12 hrs 27 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from Theunissen M7 to Cape Town 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 Theunissen M7 to Cape Town? +
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 Theunissen M7 to Cape Town? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R1,843.08 (R23.25 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R1,851.80 (R23.36 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R2,053.15 (R25.90 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R2,069.79 (R26.11 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from Theunissen M7 to Cape Town? +
Yes. There are 6 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. This route looks more local or regional, but always check signs and road conditions on the day.
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Towns along the route

: Cape Town
From Theunissen M7 To Cape Town
: Zonnebloem
From Theunissen M7 To Cape Town
Gallery Lane
From Theunissen M7 To Cape Town

Route Locations

Start area
Theunissen M7, Free State
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available
Destination area
Cape Town
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available

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