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Distance from Vaal 1 Stop to Pretoria

Vaal 1 Stop to Pretoria is a solid inter-town journey, covering about 171.9 km in roughly 1 hr 59 min.

N Vaal 1 Stop → Pretoria
Road distance
171.9 km
106.8 mi • 92.8 nmi
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
145.4 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
1.18×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
15
Info Travel board
Travel time
1 hr 59 min
Return: 3 hrs 58 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
1 hr 59 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
86.3 km/h
Stop-adjusted ETA 0 planned rest stops
1 hr 59 min
Fuel Service sign
Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R287.77
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R289.13
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R320.57
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R323.17
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R379.70
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R381.49
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R422.97
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R426.40
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R499.60
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R501.97
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R556.55
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R561.06
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Fastest drive Direct drive estimate
1 hr 59 min
Comfort drive Allows a short stop
2 hrs 14 min
Taxi Local commuter
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Route class Operational trip category
Local shared
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171.9 km 1 hr 59 min
Start Vaal 1 Stop
Finish Pretoria
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Turn-by-turn directions

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  1. Start your journey
    3.7 km
  2. Take the exit ramp slight left towards R26
    1.0 km
  3. Turn right
    0.2 km
  4. Turn right towards N3: Heidelberg
    0.8 km
  5. Merge slight right
    46.9 km
  6. Keep slight right at the fork
    81.1 km
  7. Take the exit ramp slight left towards N1
    0.4 km
  8. Keep slight right at the fork towards N1: Pretoria
    1.5 km
  9. Continue straight onto Ben Schoeman Highway
    34.3 km
  10. Continue straight onto Kgosi Mampuru Street
    0.9 km
  11. Turn right onto W.F. Nkomo Street
    0.5 km
  12. Continue straight onto Church Street
    0.2 km
  13. Turn right onto Paul Kruger Street
    0.1 km
  14. Turn sharp left onto Church Square
    0.2 km
  15. You have arrived at your destination
    0.0 km
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Tolls on this route

R
Tolls found 23
Known total R678.00
Main toll road N3
This route includes 23 toll points from our database. The strongest toll-road match is N3. 10 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 -26.116, 28.133
Road: GFIP / Gauteng e-Toll network
R0.00
Unnamed e-Toll gantry near -26.187, 28.134
Road: GFIP / Gauteng e-Toll network
R0.00
Unnamed e-Toll gantry near -26.245, 28.135
Road: GFIP / Gauteng e-Toll network
R0.00
Unnamed e-Toll gantry near -26.274, 28.149
Road: GFIP / Gauteng e-Toll network
R0.00
Unnamed e-Toll gantry near -26.222, 28.128
Road: GFIP / Gauteng e-Toll network
R0.00
e-Toll Sunbird
Road: Road not linked yet
R0.00
Unnamed e-Toll gantry near -26.153, 28.132
Road: GFIP / Gauteng e-Toll network
R0.00
e-Toll Ihobe
Road: Road not linked yet
R0.00
Gosforth
Road: Road not linked yet
R17.00
De Hoek
Road: Road not linked yet
R67.00
De Hoek
Road: Road not linked yet
R67.00
De Hoek
Road: Road not linked yet
R67.00
De Hoek
Road: Road not linked yet
R67.00
Unnamed e-Toll gantry near -26.093, 28.117
Road: GFIP / Gauteng e-Toll network
R0.00
Unnamed e-Toll gantry near -26.062, 28.107
Road: GFIP / Gauteng e-Toll network
R0.00
Gosforth
Road: Road not linked yet
R17.00
e-Toll Ivusi
Road: Road not linked yet
R0.00
Wilge
Road: Road not linked yet
R94.00
Wilge
Road: Road not linked yet
R94.00
Wilge
Road: 169
R94.00
Wilge
Road: Road not linked yet
R94.00
Unnamed e-Toll gantry near -25.939, 28.140
Road: GFIP / Gauteng e-Toll network
R0.00
Unnamed e-Toll gantry near -26.167, 28.141
Road: GFIP / Gauteng e-Toll network
R0.00
Stop Stopover sign
Halfway point
86.2 km
Mid-route position Road corridor partition
50 / 50
Time partition Start / finish split
59 min • 59 min
Waypoint reference Nearest route marker
Mid-route reference
Loc Route geography
Route geography
Vaal 1 Stop → Pretoria
Start and destination context
Start area Origin
Vaal 1 Stop, Mpumalanga
Destination area Arrival
Pretoria
Road span Street reference
— • —
Post Postal reference
Postal reference
— • —
Vaal 1 Stop → Pretoria
Vaal 1 Stop Origin postcode
Not available
Pretoria Destination postcode
Not available
Province span Route area
South Africa
Set Nearby route set
Nearby route set
Mbombela to Middelburg
3 other similar routes
Mbombela to Middelburg Overlapping province
17.4 km
Rustenburg to Mahikeng Similar distance
10.4 km
Bloemfontein to Welkom Similar distance
36.5 km
Rev Related route set
Related route set
Pretoria → Vaal 1 Stop
Vaal 1 Stop ↔ Pretoria
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Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

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Origin Vaal 1 Stop -27.00092, 28.59796
Midpoint
86.2 km
Total: 171.9 km
Midpoint 86.2 km
171.9 km 1 hr 59 min
Destination Pretoria -25.74593, 28.18791

Route sheet

Route class Resolved South Africa route
Province span South Africa
One-way road span 171.9 km
Return-cycle span 343.8 km
Traversal time 1 hr 59 min
Maneuver count 15
Maneuver density 8.7 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 86.2 km

Coordinate frame

Start -27.00092, 28.59796
Midpoint -26.41378, 28.27149
End -25.74593, 28.18791
Destination services

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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 Pretoria
6
Nearby category Clothing stores Top 6 nearby matches around Pretoria
6
  • PEP
    14 Bureau Avenue, Pretoria, 0002, Gauteng
  • Mr Price
    Thabo Sehume Street, Pretoria, 0002
  • PEP
    Pretoria, 0002, Gauteng
  • Mr Price
    Helen Joseph Street, Pretoria
  • Truworths
    Pretoria
  • PEP
    275 Church Street, Pretoria, 0002, Gauteng
Nearby category Banks Top 6 nearby matches around Pretoria
6
Nearby category Fuel stations and garages Top 5 nearby matches around Pretoria
5
Nearby category Taxi ranks Top 1 nearby match around Pretoria
1
Nearby category Supermarkets Top 6 nearby matches around Pretoria
6
Nearby category Pharmacies Top 3 nearby matches around Pretoria
3
  • Clicks
    Pretorius Street, Pretoria
  • Clicks
    Bosman Street
  • Dis-Chem
    Shop B03 Kirkness Street, Pretoria, 0002
Nearby category Shopping malls Top 6 nearby matches around Pretoria
6
Destination brief

Travelling to Tshwane / Pretoria

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

Signature Capital city and cultural core
Standout Monuments, government and a wider Tshwane spread
Pretoria is strongest as part of the wider Tshwane capital area, where government, museums, monuments and different suburban nodes create a broader destination than the historic centre alone.
Best for Who this destination suits
Government travel Museums and monuments City stay Business travel
Arrival What to expect on arrival
Union Buildings, Hatfield, Menlyn, Centurion-side travel and the old core are different arrivals. Naming the exact zone matters.
Regional base Good base for nearby trips
Use Pretoria and the wider Tshwane area for government travel, heritage stops, conferences and north-Gauteng city stays.
Destination facts Quick reference details
Visit Tshwane describes the city as cultural and cosmopolitan
The destination combines grand architecture and museums
Five major highways feed into the wider Tshwane area
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Questions 8
How far is Vaal 1 Stop from Pretoria? +
Vaal 1 Stop is about 171.9 km from Pretoria by road.
How long does it take from Vaal 1 Stop to Pretoria? +
The drive usually takes about 1 hr 59 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from Vaal 1 Stop to Pretoria in one day? +
Yes, for many drivers this can be done in one day.
Is taxi available from Vaal 1 Stop to Pretoria? +
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 Vaal 1 Stop to Pretoria? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R287.77 (R23.25 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R289.13 (R23.36 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R320.57 (R25.90 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R323.17 (R26.11 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from Vaal 1 Stop to Pretoria? +
Yes. There are 23 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 road note for this route? +
This is a longer road trip, so a fuel or rest stop is recommended. National roads appear in this route, so watch for toll signs and busier sections.
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Towns along the route

: Villiers
From Vaal 1 Stop To Pretoria
Frankfort
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Vrede
From Vaal 1 Stop To Pretoria
: Heidelberg
From Vaal 1 Stop To Pretoria
Johannesburg
From Vaal 1 Stop To Pretoria
: Pretoria
From Vaal 1 Stop To Pretoria
Polokwane
From Vaal 1 Stop To Pretoria
Church Square
From Vaal 1 Stop To Pretoria

Route Locations

Start area
Vaal 1 Stop, Mpumalanga
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available
Destination area
Pretoria
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available

Distance comparisons

Here are similar South African routes with a close travel distance, prioritised by the same province or matching province pair where possible.

Mbombela to Middelburg Overlapping province
About 154.5 km Difference: 17.4 km
Rustenburg to Mahikeng Similar distance
About 161.5 km Difference: 10.4 km
Bloemfontein to Welkom Similar distance
About 135.4 km Difference: 36.5 km
Johannesburg to Rustenburg Similar distance
About 100.2 km Difference: 71.7 km
Durban to Richards Bay Similar distance
About 155.2 km Difference: 16.7 km

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