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Distance from Verlorevlei to Clarens

Verlorevlei to Clarens is a full long-distance road trip, covering about 1,374.3 km in roughly 16 hrs 6 min.

N Verlorevlei → Clarens
Road distance
1374.3 km
N5
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
1,051.8 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
1.31×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
27
Info Travel board
Travel time
16 hrs 6 min
End point
Market Street
Return: 32 hrs 12 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
966 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
85.3 km/h
Stop-adjusted ETA 8 planned rest stops
18 hrs 6 min
Fuel Service sign
Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km
93 Petrol R26.52 / litre
R2,624.11
95 Petrol R26.63 / litre
R2,634.99
Diesel 500ppm R32.30 / litre
R3,196.03
Diesel 50ppm R32.50 / litre
R3,215.82
93 Petrol R26.52 / litre
R3,462.36
95 Petrol R26.63 / litre
R3,476.73
Diesel 500ppm R32.30 / litre
R4,216.98
Diesel 50ppm R32.50 / litre
R4,243.09
93 Petrol R26.52 / litre
R4,555.74
95 Petrol R26.63 / litre
R4,574.64
Diesel 500ppm R32.30 / litre
R5,548.66
Diesel 50ppm R32.50 / litre
R5,583.02
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🧭 Route vector
Compass bearing
69° ENE
Forward azimuth heading
Return heading Reverse azimuth
249° WSW
Coordinate delta Lat / Lon shift
North-East
Start coords Origin point
-32.3280, 18.3740
End coords Destination point
-28.5137, 28.4194
Taxi Local commuter
Taxi fare estimate
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Long-distance caution
Route class Operational trip category
Local shared
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1374.3 km 966 min
Start Verlorevlei
Finish Clarens
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Start point
Destination
Driving route
Navigation sign

Turn-by-turn directions

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  1. Start your journey
    0.2 km
  2. Turn right
    0.4 km
  3. Turn right
    1.9 km
  4. Turn right
    0.3 km
  5. Turn right
    53.6 km
  6. Continue straight
    35.6 km
  7. Continue slight left onto Long Street
    0.9 km
  8. Turn left onto Kloof Street
    0.8 km
  9. At the roundabout, take the 2nd exit
    0.0 km
  10. Continue
    23.7 km
  11. At the end of the road, turn right onto Voortrekker Street
    36.9 km
  12. At the end of the road, turn left
    76.6 km
  13. Turn right
    31.7 km
  14. At the end of the road, turn left
    290.3 km
  15. At the roundabout, take the 3rd exit onto Donkin Street
    0.1 km
  16. Continue onto Donkin Street
    2.0 km
  17. Continue straight
    644.6 km
  18. Take the exit ramp slight left towards N5
    0.6 km
  19. Turn right
    66.5 km
  20. Continue straight
    71.4 km
  21. Turn right onto Hospital Road
    6.9 km
  22. Turn right
    28.5 km
  23. Turn right onto Main Street
    0.5 km
  24. At the end of the road, turn right onto Van Zyl Street
    0.0 km
  25. Turn left onto Market Street
    0.1 km
  26. Continue right onto Market Street
    0.2 km
  27. You have arrived at your destination
    0.0 km
Navigation sign

Tolls on this route

R
Tolls found 1
Known total R78.50
Main toll road Not found
This route includes 1 toll point from our database.
Verkeerdevlei
Road: Road not linked yet
R78.50
Routes ↩ Clarens → Verlorevlei Verlorevlei to Johannesburg Verlorevlei to Pretoria Verlorevlei to Cape Town Verlorevlei to Durban Johannesburg to Clarens Pretoria to Clarens Cape Town to Clarens
Stop Stopover sign
Halfway point
687.2 km
Mid-route position Road corridor partition
50 / 50
Time partition Start / finish split
8 hrs 3 min • 8 hrs 3 min
Waypoint reference Nearest route marker
Mid-route reference
Vec Consumption & emissions
Consumption & emissions profile
98.9 L needed
Moderate efficiency • 7.2 L/100km baseline
CO2 emitted Estimated tailpipe output
228.6 kg
Fuel mass Approximate tank weight
74.2 kg
Cost per km Based on 95 Petrol
R1.92
Directness index As-the-crow-flies ratio
76.5%
☀ Solar data
Daylight window at Clarens
06:37 – 17:27
Active daylight
Solar noonHighest sun position
Total daylightUsable driving light
10 hrs 49 min
Light remainingUntil sunset
1 hr 0 min
SunriseDawn break
06:37
Fin Tax & wear
Wear & SARS deduction
R5,744.50
Single trip SARS allowance
SARS rate R4.18/km fixed rate
R4.18/km
Tyre wear Estimated tread cost
R27.49
Service wear Oil & filter allocation
R274.86
Total trip wear Excludes fuel & tolls
R6,046.84
Nav Maneuver index
Navigation complexity
Moderate (11)
Turn difficulty rating
Roundabouts Multi-path navigation
2
Lane merges Yield required
0
Complex forks Path selection
0
Highway exits Deceleration zones
3
Route atlas

Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

ZA-ATLAS
Origin Verlorevlei -32.32802, 18.37403
Midpoint
687.2 km
Total: 1374.3 km
Midpoint 687.2 km
1374.3 km 966 min
Destination Clarens End: Market Street -28.51374, 28.41944

Route sheet

Route class Resolved South Africa route
Province span South Africa
One-way road span 1374.3 km
Return-cycle span 2748.6 km
Traversal time 966 min
Maneuver count 27
Maneuver density 2.0 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 687.2 km

Coordinate frame

Start -32.32802, 18.37403
Midpoint -31.57864, 23.54965
End -28.51374, 28.41944
Destination services

Available in Clarens

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

Service groups 2
Schools Clothing stores
Nearby category Schools Top 3 nearby matches around Clarens
3
Nearby category Clothing stores Top 2 nearby matches around Clarens
2
Destination brief

Travelling to Clarens

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

Signature Free State mountain weekend
Standout Art town beneath sandstone mountains
Arrival What to expect on arrival
Most visitors aim for the village centre or a nearby guesthouse, and the final approach matters more on busy weekends when the town is active.
Regional base Good base for nearby trips
Use Clarens as a base for a relaxed village stay with mountain views, food stops, galleries and nearby Golden Gate direction.
Destination facts Quick reference details
Clarens tourism promotes the town as a full-service leisure destination with activities, shopping and restaurants
The town is strongly associated with weekend travel from Gauteng
Its compact centre makes exact stay selection useful
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Route FAQ

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Questions 9
How far is Verlorevlei from Clarens? +
Verlorevlei is about 1374.3 km from Clarens by road.
How long does it take from Verlorevlei to Clarens? +
The drive usually takes about 966 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from Verlorevlei to Clarens 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 Verlorevlei to Clarens? +
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 Verlorevlei to Clarens? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R2,624.11 (R26.52 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R2,634.99 (R26.63 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R3,196.03 (R32.30 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R3,215.82 (R32.50 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from Verlorevlei to Clarens? +
Yes. There is 1 tollgate 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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Route Locations

Start area
Verlorevlei
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available
Destination area
Clarens
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available

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