Distance from Upper Level to Polokwane

N Upper Level → Polokwane

Road distance

306.5 km

Upper Level to Polokwane is a solid inter-town journey, covering about 306.5 km in roughly 5 hrs 4 min.

Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference

228.5 km

Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio

1.34×

Navigation steps Instruction count in route set

Info Travel board

Travel time

5 hrs 4 min

Start point

Upper Level

End point

Compensatie Street

Return: 10 hrs 9 min

Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration

304 min

Average velocity Distance over route runtime

60.4 km/h

Stop-adjusted ETA 2 planned rest stops

5 hrs 34 min

Fuel Service sign

Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km

93 Petrol R26.52 / litre

R585.16

95 Petrol R26.63 / litre

R587.59

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🧭 Route vector

Compass bearing

318° NW

Forward azimuth heading

Return heading Reverse azimuth

138° SE

Coordinate delta Lat / Lon shift

North-East

Start coords Origin point

-25.4382, 30.9681

End coords Destination point

-23.9058, 29.4614

Taxi Local commuter

Taxi fare estimate

Check local taxi rank

Long-distance caution

Route class Operational trip category

Local shared

Weather 13 °C Upper Level Fog View Forecast → 11 °C Polokwane Fog View Forecast →

Travel modes

Upper Level → Polokwane

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Car

306.5 km

5 hrs 4 min

Road route

🏍️ Estimate

Two-wheeler

306.5 km

~4 hrs 42 min

65 km/h avg

↑ 4 hrs 27 min faster · Search →

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Places from Upper Level to Polokwane

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Route

Route overview

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Map Directions Tolls Trip planning

Start Upper Level

Finish Polokwane

Map key

Start point

Destination

Driving route

Navigation sign

Turn-by-turn directions

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Head on Upper Level

0.3 km
Turn right onto Government Boulevard

0.3 km
Turn left onto Madiba Drive

0.9 km
Turn right

0.8 km
At the roundabout, take the 3rd exit

0.1 km
Continue

0.3 km
At the roundabout, take the 1st exit onto Sabie Road

0.1 km
Continue onto Sabie Road

48.0 km
Continue left

43.0 km
At the roundabout, take the 2nd exit

0.1 km
Continue

3.6 km
Turn right onto De Clerq Street

1.2 km
Turn left

72.0 km
At the roundabout, take the 2nd exit

0.0 km
Continue

134.3 km
Turn right onto Grobler Street

1.2 km
Turn left onto Compensatie Street

0.2 km
You have arrived at your destination

0.0 km

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Stop Stopover sign

Halfway point

153.4 km

Mid-route position Road corridor partition

50 / 50

Time partition Start / finish split

2 hrs 32 min • 2 hrs 32 min

Waypoint reference Nearest route marker

Mid-route reference

Vec Consumption & emissions

Consumption & emissions profile

22.1 L needed

Moderate efficiency • 7.2 L/100km baseline

CO2 emitted Estimated tailpipe output

51.0 kg

Fuel mass Approximate tank weight

16.5 kg

Cost per km Based on 95 Petrol

R1.92

Directness index As-the-crow-flies ratio

74.6%

☀ Solar data

Daylight window at Polokwane

06:34 – 17:23

Outside daylight hours

Solar noonHighest sun position

Total daylightUsable driving light

10 hrs 49 min

Light remainingUntil sunset

15 hrs 54 min

SunriseDawn break

06:34

Fin Tax & wear

Wear & SARS deduction

R1,281.00

Single trip SARS allowance

SARS rate R4.18/km fixed rate

R4.18/km

Tyre wear Estimated tread cost

R6.13

Service wear Oil & filter allocation

R61.29

Total trip wear Excludes fuel & tolls

R1,348.42

Nav Maneuver index

Navigation complexity

High (20)

Turn difficulty rating

Roundabouts Multi-path navigation

Lane merges Yield required

Complex forks Path selection

Highway exits Deceleration zones

Route atlas

Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

ZA-ATLAS

Origin Upper Level Start: Upper Level -25.43824, 30.96814

Midpoint

153.4 km

Total: 306.5 km

Midpoint 153.4 km

306.5 km 5 hrs 4 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 306.5 km

Return-cycle span 612.9 km

Traversal time 5 hrs 4 min

Maneuver count 18

Maneuver density 5.9 /100 km

Midpoint chainage 153.4 km

Coordinate frame

Start -25.43824, 30.96814

Midpoint -24.69474, 30.34591

End -23.90583, 29.46139

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

Route support

Route FAQ

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Questions 9

How far is Upper Level from Polokwane? +

Upper Level is about 306.5 km from Polokwane by road.

How long does it take from Upper Level to Polokwane? +

The drive usually takes about 5 hrs 4 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.

Is it possible to drive from Upper Level to Polokwane in one day? +

Yes, for many drivers this can be done in one day.

Is taxi available from Upper Level 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 Upper Level to Polokwane? +

Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R585.16 (R26.52 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R587.59 (R26.63 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R712.70 (R32.30 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R717.11 (R32.50 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.

Are there any tollgates from Upper Level to Polokwane? +

No tollgates are 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

Government Boulevard

From Upper Level To Polokwane

Route Locations

Start area

Upper Level, Mpumalanga

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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About 276.4 km Difference: 30.0 km

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About 154.5 km Difference: 152.0 km

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Durban to Richards Bay Similar distance

About 155.2 km Difference: 151.3 km

Reverse route and related trips

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Distance from Upper Level to Polokwane

Places from Upper Level to Polokwane

Shell

Pick n Pay Express

Shell Select

Bonjour

Shoprite

Quickshop

Shell Select

Bread World

Shoprite

Shell Select

Shell Select

Shell Select

Shell Select

JBB Meat & Takeaway

Pietersburg Comprehensive School

FNB

Mahindra

Tops

Checkers

Spar

PEP Cell

Betting World

Human Rights Commission

Department of Home Affairs

Ladies Delite

Milano Clothing & Footwear

Wonder Linen

OK Furniture

Westvaal Polokwane Pre-Owned Vehicles

Bradlows

LiquorShop Shoprite

Shoprite

Standard Bank

Capitec Bank

Ultra Dry Cleaner

Westvaal Polokwane

GWM

FNB

Standard Bank

Roots Butchery

Capitec Bank

BB Used

Quickshop

Roads Agency Limpopo

InspectaCar

Mr. Dex

Department of Education

Richfield Graduate Institute of Technology

Shoprite

Office of the Premier

Taberna Dei Moederkampus

Mr Price

OK Furniture

Provincial Treasury

Polokwane Labour Centre

Dada's World Of Hardware

Mica Hardware

Eurotent

Jeppe Education Center

PEP

Pick n Pay

Fair Price

PEP

BestDrive

BB Polokwane Nissan

Furnmart

Rosebank College

Capitec Bank

JAM

Richfield Graduate Institute of Technology

FNB

United Meat @ Chicken

Stepping Stones

Office of the Premier

Boxer

Hollywood Bets

Tent Technics

Tshwane University of Technology