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Distance from 8 to Pretoria

8 to Pretoria is a full long-distance road trip, covering about 394.5 km in roughly 4 hrs 28 min.

N 8 → Pretoria
Road distance
394.5 km
245.1 mi • 213.0 nmi
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
350.4 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
1.13×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
13
Info Travel board
Travel time
4 hrs 28 min
Return: 8 hrs 57 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
4 hrs 28 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
88.1 km/h
Stop-adjusted ETA 2 planned rest stops
4 hrs 58 min
Fuel Service sign
Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R660.43
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R663.56
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R735.71
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R741.68
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R871.41
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R875.53
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R970.73
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R978.60
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R1,146.59
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R1,152.01
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R1,277.27
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R1,287.63
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Fastest drive Direct drive estimate
4 hrs 28 min
Comfort drive Allows a short stop
4 hrs 43 min
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Route class Operational trip category
Local shared
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394.5 km 4 hrs 28 min
Start 8
Finish Pretoria
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Destination
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Navigation sign

Turn-by-turn directions

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  1. Start your journey
    0.5 km
  2. Turn left
    0.2 km
  3. Turn sharp right
    104.4 km
  4. Take the exit ramp slight left towards R539
    0.7 km
  5. Continue straight onto Schoemanskloof
    60.7 km
  6. Take the ramp left
    0.3 km
  7. Turn right
    116.4 km
  8. Keep slight right at the fork
    102.2 km
  9. Continue straight
    8.6 km
  10. Turn right onto Bank Lane
    0.1 km
  11. Turn sharp left
    0.1 km
  12. Turn right onto Church Square
    0.2 km
  13. You have arrived at your destination
    0.0 km
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Tolls on this route

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Tolls found 14
Known total R645.00
Main toll road N4
This route includes 14 toll points from our database. The strongest toll-road match is N4.
Middleburg Toll Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R84.00
Nkomazi Toll Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R95.00
Middleburg Toll Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R84.00
Machado Toll Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R126.00
Unnamed toll gantry near Diamond Hill Plaza
Road: Near Diamond Hill Plaza
R0.00
Donkerhoek Tollstation
Road: Road not linked yet
R17.00
Donkerhoek Tollstation
Road: Road not linked yet
R17.00
Diamond Hill Plaza (West)
Road: Road not linked yet
R51.00
Diamond Hill Plaza (East)
Road: Road not linked yet
R51.00
Unnamed toll gantry near Diamond Hill Plaza
Road: Near Diamond Hill Plaza
R0.00
Cullinan Ramp Plaza
Road:
R21.00
Cullinan Ramp Plaza
Road:
R21.00
Valtaki East Ramp Plaza
Road:
R39.00
Valtaki East Ramp Plaza
Road:
R39.00
Stop Stopover sign
Halfway point
197.1 km
Mid-route position Road corridor partition
50 / 50
Time partition Start / finish split
2 hrs 14 min • 2 hrs 14 min
Waypoint reference Nearest route marker
Mid-route reference
Loc Route geography
Route geography
8 → Pretoria
Start and destination context
Start area Origin
8, Mpumalanga
Destination area Arrival
Pretoria
Road span Street reference
— • —
Post Postal reference
Postal reference
— • —
8 → Pretoria
8 Origin postcode
Not available
Pretoria Destination postcode
Not available
Province span Route area
South Africa
Set Nearby route set
Nearby route set
Pretoria to Nelspruit
3 other similar routes
Pretoria to Nelspruit Overlapping province
118.1 km
Johannesburg to Polokwane Similar distance
101.5 km
Mbombela to Middelburg Overlapping province
240.0 km
Rev Related route set
Related route set
Pretoria → 8
8 ↔ Pretoria
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Route atlas

Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

ZA-ATLAS
Origin 8 -25.44773, 31.66648
Midpoint
197.1 km
Total: 394.5 km
Midpoint 197.1 km
394.5 km 4 hrs 28 min
Destination Pretoria -25.74593, 28.18791

Route sheet

Route class Resolved South Africa route
Province span South Africa
One-way road span 394.5 km
Return-cycle span 789.0 km
Traversal time 4 hrs 28 min
Maneuver count 13
Maneuver density 3.3 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 197.1 km

Coordinate frame

Start -25.44773, 31.66648
Midpoint -25.71695, 30.05357
End -25.74593, 28.18791
Destination services

Available in Pretoria

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 9
How far is 8 from Pretoria? +
8 is about 394.5 km from Pretoria by road.
How long does it take from 8 to Pretoria? +
The drive usually takes about 4 hrs 28 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from 8 to Pretoria in one day? +
Yes, for many drivers this can be done in one day.
Is taxi available from 8 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 8 to Pretoria? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R660.43 (R23.25 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R663.56 (R23.36 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R735.71 (R25.90 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R741.68 (R26.11 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from 8 to Pretoria? +
Yes. There are 14 tollgates 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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Route Locations

Start area
8, 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.

Pretoria to Nelspruit Overlapping province
About 276.4 km Difference: 118.1 km
Johannesburg to Polokwane Similar distance
About 293.1 km Difference: 101.5 km
Mbombela to Middelburg Overlapping province
About 154.5 km Difference: 240.0 km
Cape Town to George Similar distance
About 372.4 km Difference: 22.1 km
Rustenburg to Mahikeng Similar distance
About 161.5 km Difference: 233.0 km

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