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Distance from Transvaal to Randburg

Transvaal to Randburg is a full long-distance road trip, covering about 486.8 km in roughly 5 hrs 40 min.

N Transvaal → Randburg
Road distance
486.8 km
302.5 mi • 262.8 nmi
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
429.9 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
1.13×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
19
Info Travel board
Travel time
5 hrs 40 min
Return: 11 hrs 21 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
5 hrs 40 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
85.7 km/h
Stop-adjusted ETA 2 planned rest stops
6 hrs 10 min
Fuel Service sign
Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R814.84
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R818.69
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R907.71
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R915.07
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R1,075.14
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R1,080.22
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R1,197.68
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R1,207.39
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R1,414.65
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R1,421.34
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R1,575.89
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R1,588.67
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Wx Destination weather
Today's outlook for Randburg
9.4°C
Clear sky
Feels like Perceived temperature
7.4°C
Day range High / low
H 19° • L 8°
Rain chance Today's probability
18%
Wind 10m wind speed
4 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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486.8 km 5 hrs 40 min
Start Transvaal
Finish Randburg
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Destination
Driving route
Navigation sign

Turn-by-turn directions

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  1. Head on Transvaal
    0.0 km
  2. Continue make a U-turn onto Transvaal
    102.2 km
  3. Continue straight
    6.1 km
  4. Continue straight
    186.4 km
  5. At the roundabout, take the 2nd exit
    0.0 km
  6. Continue
    24.3 km
  7. Continue straight
    138.6 km
  8. Keep slight right at the fork onto Western Bypass
    23.6 km
  9. Take the exit ramp slight left towards R512: Lanseria
    0.7 km
  10. Keep slight right at the fork towards R512: Lanseria
    0.0 km
  11. Turn right onto Malibongwe Drive
    0.6 km
  12. Continue straight onto Malibongwe Drive
    1.0 km
  13. Continue straight onto Malibongwe Drive
    1.1 km
  14. Turn left onto Hill Street
    1.7 km
  15. At the end of the road, turn left onto Kent Avenue
    0.2 km
  16. Turn right onto Sentrum Avenue
    0.1 km
  17. Turn right
    0.0 km
  18. Turn left
    0.0 km
  19. You have arrived at your destination
    0.0 km
Navigation sign

Tolls on this route

R
Tolls found 6
Known total R0.00
Main toll road Not found
This route includes 6 toll points from our database. 4 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 -26.268, 27.950
Road: GFIP / Gauteng e-Toll network
R0.00
Unnamed e-Toll gantry near -26.177, 27.945
Road: GFIP / Gauteng e-Toll network
R0.00
Unnamed e-Toll gantry near -26.092, 27.968
Road: GFIP / Gauteng e-Toll network
R0.00
e-Toll Fiscal
Road: Road not linked yet
R0.00
e-Toll Stork
Road: Road not linked yet
R0.00
Unnamed e-Toll gantry near -26.131, 27.938
Road: GFIP / Gauteng e-Toll network
R0.00
Stop Stopover sign
Halfway point
243.5 km
Mid-route position Road corridor partition
50 / 50
Time partition Start / finish split
2 hrs 50 min • 2 hrs 50 min
Waypoint reference Nearest route marker
Mid-route reference
Loc Route geography
Route geography
Transvaal → Randburg
Start and destination context
Start area Origin
Transvaal, Northern Cape
Destination area Arrival
Randburg
Road span Street reference
— • —
Post Postal reference
Postal reference
— • —
Transvaal → Randburg
Transvaal Origin postcode
Not available
Randburg Destination postcode
Not available
Province span Route area
South Africa
Set Nearby route set
Nearby route set
Johannesburg to Polokwane
3 other similar routes
Johannesburg to Polokwane Similar distance
193.7 km
Cape Town to George Similar distance
114.3 km
Pretoria to Nelspruit Similar distance
210.4 km
Rev Related route set
Related route set
Randburg → Transvaal
Transvaal ↔ Randburg
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Route atlas

Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

ZA-ATLAS
Origin Transvaal -28.69137, 24.77837
Midpoint
243.5 km
Total: 486.8 km
Midpoint 243.5 km
486.8 km 5 hrs 40 min
Destination Randburg -26.09136, 28.00211

Route sheet

Route class Resolved South Africa route
Province span South Africa
One-way road span 486.8 km
Return-cycle span 973.5 km
Traversal time 5 hrs 40 min
Maneuver count 19
Maneuver density 3.9 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 243.5 km

Coordinate frame

Start -28.69137, 24.77837
Midpoint -27.06923, 26.10287
End -26.09136, 28.00211
Destination services

Available in Randburg

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 Randburg
6
Nearby category Clothing stores Top 6 nearby matches around Randburg
6
  • PEP
    Hendrik Verwoerd Drive, Johannesburg, 2194, Gauteng
  • PEP
    Beyers Naude Drive, Randburg, 2195, Gauteng
  • Woolworths
    79 Rivonia Road, Sandton, 2146
  • Groundcover
    30 4th Avenue
  • PEP
    John Voster Street, Johannesburg, 2156, Gauteng
  • Woolworths
    Northumberland Avenue, Johannesburg, 2194
Nearby category Banks Top 6 nearby matches around Randburg
6
Nearby category Fuel stations and garages Top 6 nearby matches around Randburg
6
Nearby category Taxi ranks Top 1 nearby match around Randburg
1
Nearby category Supermarkets Top 6 nearby matches around Randburg
6
Nearby category Pharmacies Top 1 nearby match around Randburg
1
Nearby category Shopping malls Top 6 nearby matches around Randburg
6
Destination brief

Travelling to Randburg

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 Johannesburg business district
Standout Commercial district with suburban spread
Randburg is not a classic tourist centre, but it matters on route pages because it is a major commercial and residential district with its own business, shopping and stay patterns inside Greater Johannesburg.
Best for Who this destination suits
Business trip Suburban stay Johannesburg district routing Practical city access
Arrival What to expect on arrival
Ferndale, Blairgowrie, Northcliff-edge, Sandton-side and office-park arrivals can all feel different. The district and exact address matter.
Regional base Good base for nearby trips
Use Randburg as a Johannesburg base for business appointments, suburban stays and west-of-Sandton access.
Destination facts Quick reference details
Regional travel information describes Randburg as a fast-growing urban and commercial centre
The district is tied to business, offices and shopping rather than classic city-centre tourism
It works best as a named Johannesburg district, not just a vague metro pin
Route support

Route FAQ

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Questions 9
How far is Transvaal from Randburg? +
Transvaal is about 486.8 km from Randburg by road.
How long does it take from Transvaal to Randburg? +
The drive usually takes about 5 hrs 40 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from Transvaal to Randburg in one day? +
Yes, for many drivers this can be done in one day.
Is taxi available from Transvaal to Randburg? +
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 Transvaal to Randburg? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R814.84 (R23.25 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R818.69 (R23.36 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R907.71 (R25.90 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R915.07 (R26.11 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from Transvaal to Randburg? +
Yes. There are 6 tollgates currently matched for this route.
What is the route verdict for this trip? +
Heavy long-distance trip: This is a serious road trip. Start early, plan rest stops, and consider whether an overnight stay makes more sense.
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

Western Bypass
From Transvaal To Randburg
: Lanseria
From Transvaal To Randburg
gate
From Transvaal To Randburg

Route Locations

Start area
Transvaal, Northern Cape
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available
Destination area
Randburg
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available

Distance comparisons

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