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Distance from Waterpan to Soweto

Waterpan to Soweto is a short everyday drive, covering about 31.0 km in roughly 31 min.

N Waterpan → Soweto
Road distance
31.0 km
M68
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
25.1 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
1.23×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
18
Info Travel board
Travel time
31 min
End point
Isigwe Street
Return: 2 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
31 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
59.4 km/h
Stop-adjusted ETA 0 planned rest stops
31 min
Fuel Service sign
Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km
93 Petrol R26.52 / litre
R59.13
95 Petrol R26.63 / litre
R59.38
Diesel 500ppm R32.30 / litre
R72.02
Diesel 50ppm R32.50 / litre
R72.46
93 Petrol R26.52 / litre
R78.02
95 Petrol R26.63 / litre
R78.34
Diesel 500ppm R32.30 / litre
R95.02
Diesel 50ppm R32.50 / litre
R95.61
93 Petrol R26.52 / litre
R102.66
95 Petrol R26.63 / litre
R103.08
Diesel 500ppm R32.30 / litre
R125.03
Diesel 50ppm R32.50 / litre
R125.80
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🧭 Route vector
Compass bearing
56° NE
Forward azimuth heading
Return heading Reverse azimuth
236° SW
Coordinate delta Lat / Lon shift
North-East
Start coords Origin point
-26.3483, 27.6810
End coords Destination point
-26.2228, 27.8900
Taxi Local commuter
Taxi fare estimate
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Long-distance caution
Route class Operational trip category
Local shared
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31.0 km 31 min
Start Waterpan
Finish Soweto
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Destination
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Navigation sign

Turn-by-turn directions

↑
  1. Start your journey
    0.1 km
  2. Turn left onto Uraan Avenue
    0.8 km
  3. Turn left onto Road A
    0.1 km
  4. Turn right onto Da Gama Street
    0.2 km
  5. Turn right
    17.3 km
  6. Take the exit ramp slight left towards M68
    0.7 km
  7. Turn right onto Abu Baker Asvat Drive
    0.6 km
  8. Turn right onto Chris Hani Road
    4.0 km
  9. At the roundabout, take the 2nd exit onto Chris Hani Road
    0.1 km
  10. Continue onto Chris Hani Road
    0.5 km
  11. At the roundabout, take the 2nd exit onto Chris Hani Road
    0.0 km
  12. Continue onto Chris Hani Road
    0.6 km
  13. Keep slight left at the fork onto Elias Motsoaledi Road
    3.7 km
  14. Turn right onto Mmila Road
    0.9 km
  15. Continue straight onto Vincent Road
    0.9 km
  16. Turn right
    0.1 km
  17. Turn left onto Isigwe Street
    0.2 km
  18. You have arrived at your destination
    0.0 km
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Stop Stopover sign
Halfway point
15.5 km
Mid-route position Road corridor partition
50 / 50
Time partition Start / finish split
15 min • 15 min
Waypoint reference Nearest route marker
Mid-route reference
Vec Consumption & emissions
Consumption & emissions profile
2.2 L needed
Moderate efficiency • 7.2 L/100km baseline
CO2 emitted Estimated tailpipe output
5.2 kg
Fuel mass Approximate tank weight
1.7 kg
Cost per km Based on 95 Petrol
R1.92
Directness index As-the-crow-flies ratio
81%
☀ Solar data
Daylight window at Soweto
06:36 – 17:33
Outside daylight hours
Solar noonHighest sun position
Total daylightUsable driving light
10 hrs 56 min
Light remainingUntil sunset
Expired
SunriseDawn break
06:36
Fin Tax & wear
Wear & SARS deduction
R129.44
Single trip SARS allowance
SARS rate R4.18/km fixed rate
R4.18/km
Tyre wear Estimated tread cost
R0.62
Service wear Oil & filter allocation
R6.19
Total trip wear Excludes fuel & tolls
R136.26
Nav Maneuver index
Navigation complexity
Moderate (13)
Turn difficulty rating
Roundabouts Multi-path navigation
2
Lane merges Yield required
0
Complex forks Path selection
1
Highway exits Deceleration zones
3
Route atlas

Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

ZA-ATLAS
Origin Waterpan -26.34829, 27.68104
Midpoint
15.5 km
Total: 31.0 km
Midpoint 15.5 km
31.0 km 31 min
Destination Soweto End: Isigwe Street -26.22278, 27.89000

Route sheet

Route class Resolved South Africa route
Province span South Africa
One-way road span 31.0 km
Return-cycle span 61.9 km
Traversal time 31 min
Maneuver count 18
Maneuver density 58.1 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 15.5 km

Coordinate frame

Start -26.34829, 27.68104
Midpoint -26.29965, 27.81384
End -26.22278, 27.89000
Destination services

Available in Soweto

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

Service groups 7
Schools Clothing stores Banks Fuel stations and garages Taxi ranks Supermarkets
Nearby category Schools Top 6 nearby matches around Soweto
6
Nearby category Clothing stores Top 6 nearby matches around Soweto
6
  • PEP
    Soweto, 1852, Gauteng
  • PEP
    Mohajana Street, Soweto, 1723, Gauteng
  • Woolworths
    Chris Hani Road, Soweto, 1862
  • PEP
    Chris Hani Road, Johannesburg, 1809, Gauteng
  • Woolworths
    Bolani Road, Soweto, 1808
  • Pep
    Mtambo Street, Dlamini Soweto
Nearby category Banks Top 4 nearby matches around Soweto
4
Nearby category Fuel stations and garages Top 6 nearby matches around Soweto
6
Nearby category Taxi ranks Top 1 nearby match around Soweto
1
Nearby category Supermarkets Top 6 nearby matches around Soweto
6
Nearby category Shopping malls Top 3 nearby matches around Soweto
3
Destination brief

Travelling to Soweto

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

Signature Historic township and cultural district
Standout History, identity and lived urban culture
Best for Who this destination suits
History and culture Guided tours Urban experience Day trip from Joburg
Arrival What to expect on arrival
Vilakazi Street, Orlando West and other parts of Soweto serve different trip purposes, so a named stop or exact venue is better than routing to Soweto alone.
Regional base Good base for nearby trips
Use Soweto for cultural touring, heritage travel and guided urban experiences tied to the wider Johannesburg trip.
Destination facts Quick reference details
Soweto Tourism represents a large network of local tourism businesses
The area is best experienced through named sites and neighbourhood-level planning
It carries strong heritage and community-based tourism value
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Questions 8
How far is Waterpan from Soweto? +
Waterpan is about 31.0 km from Soweto by road.
How long does it take from Waterpan to Soweto? +
The drive usually takes about 31 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from Waterpan to Soweto in one day? +
Yes, for many drivers this can be done in one day.
Is taxi available from Waterpan to Soweto? +
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 Waterpan to Soweto? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R59.13 (R26.52 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R59.38 (R26.63 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R72.02 (R32.30 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R72.46 (R32.50 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from Waterpan to Soweto? +
No tollgates are currently matched for this route.
What is the route verdict for this trip? +
Easy local trip: This looks like a short and simple trip for most drivers.
Is there a road note for this route? +
This is mostly a short local route. 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
Waterpan
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available
Destination area
Soweto
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available

Distance comparisons

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