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Distance from Tulbach to Polokwane

Tulbach to Polokwane is a solid inter-town journey, covering about 235.7 km in roughly 3 hrs 42 min.

N Tulbach → Polokwane
Road distance
235.7 km
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
180.4 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
1.31×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
12
Info Travel board
Travel time
3 hrs 42 min
End point
Compensatie Street
Return: 24 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
222 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
63.7 km/h
Stop-adjusted ETA 1 planned rest stop
3 hrs 57 min
Fuel Service sign
Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R394.54
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R396.41
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R439.51
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R443.08
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R520.58
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R523.04
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R579.91
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R584.61
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R684.97
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R688.21
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R763.04
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R769.23
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🧭 Route vector
Compass bearing
128° SE
Forward azimuth heading
Return heading Reverse azimuth
308° NW
Coordinate delta Lat / Lon shift
South-West
Start coords Origin point
-22.9070, 28.0689
End coords Destination point
-23.9058, 29.4614
Taxi Local commuter
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Long-distance caution
Route class Operational trip category
Local shared
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235.7 km 3 hrs 42 min
Start Tulbach
Finish Polokwane
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Start point
Destination
Driving route
Navigation sign

Turn-by-turn directions

↑
  1. Start your journey
    0.5 km
  2. Turn right
    7.3 km
  3. Turn left onto Sand Road
    13.4 km
  4. At the end of the road, turn left
    9.7 km
  5. Continue straight
    129.7 km
  6. Turn left
    15.9 km
  7. Turn right onto Matlala Road
    56.8 km
  8. Continue straight onto Rissik Street
    1.7 km
  9. Turn right onto Dorp Street
    0.5 km
  10. Turn left onto Jorissen Street
    0.2 km
  11. Turn right onto Compensatie Street
    0.1 km
  12. You have arrived at your destination
    0.0 km
Routes ↩ Polokwane → Tulbach Tulbach to Johannesburg Tulbach to Pretoria Tulbach to Cape Town Tulbach to Durban Johannesburg to Polokwane Pretoria to Polokwane Cape Town to Polokwane
Stop Stopover sign
Halfway point
117.9 km
Mid-route position Road corridor partition
50 / 50
Time partition Start / finish split
1 hr 51 min • 1 hr 51 min
Waypoint reference Nearest route marker
Mid-route reference
Vec Consumption & emissions
Consumption & emissions profile
17.0 L needed
Moderate efficiency • 7.2 L/100km baseline
CO2 emitted Estimated tailpipe output
39.2 kg
Fuel mass Approximate tank weight
12.7 kg
Cost per km Based on 95 Petrol
R1.68
Directness index As-the-crow-flies ratio
76.5%
☀ Solar data
Daylight window at Polokwane
06:23 – 17:33
Active daylight
Solar noonHighest sun position
Total daylightUsable driving light
11 hrs 10 min
Light remainingUntil sunset
2 hrs 30 min
SunriseDawn break
06:23
Fin Tax & wear
Wear & SARS deduction
R985.18
Single trip SARS allowance
SARS rate R4.18/km fixed rate
R4.18/km
Tyre wear Estimated tread cost
R4.71
Service wear Oil & filter allocation
R47.14
Total trip wear Excludes fuel & tolls
R1,037.03
Nav Maneuver index
Navigation complexity
Low (0)
Turn difficulty rating
Roundabouts Multi-path navigation
0
Lane merges Yield required
0
Complex forks Path selection
0
Highway exits Deceleration zones
0
Route atlas

Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

ZA-ATLAS
Origin Tulbach -22.90699, 28.06887
Midpoint
117.9 km
Total: 235.7 km
Midpoint 117.9 km
235.7 km 3 hrs 42 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 235.7 km
Return-cycle span 471.4 km
Traversal time 3 hrs 42 min
Maneuver count 12
Maneuver density 5.1 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 117.9 km

Coordinate frame

Start -22.90699, 28.06887
Midpoint -23.42153, 28.61236
End -23.90583, 29.46139
Destination services

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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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Questions 9
How far is Tulbach from Polokwane? +
Tulbach is about 235.7 km from Polokwane by road.
How long does it take from Tulbach to Polokwane? +
The drive usually takes about 3 hrs 42 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from Tulbach to Polokwane in one day? +
Yes, for many drivers this can be done in one day.
Is taxi available from Tulbach 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 Tulbach to Polokwane? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R394.54 (R23.25 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R396.41 (R23.36 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R439.51 (R25.90 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R443.08 (R26.11 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from Tulbach to Polokwane? +
No tollgates are 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 medium-to-long route. A fuel or refreshment stop is a good idea.
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
Tulbach, Limpopo
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available
Destination area
Polokwane
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available

Distance comparisons

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