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Distance from Barnes to Bloemfontein

Barnes to Bloemfontein is a short everyday drive, covering about 0.9 km in roughly 1 min.

N Barnes → Bloemfontein
Road distance
0.9 km
0.6 mi • 0.5 nmi
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
0.7 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
1.29×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
5
Info Travel board
Travel time
1 min
Return: 3 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
1 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
35.7 km/h
Stop-adjusted ETA 0 planned rest stops
1 min
Fuel Service sign
Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R1.50
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R1.51
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R1.67
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R1.68
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R1.98
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R1.99
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R2.20
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R2.22
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R2.60
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R2.61
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R2.90
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R2.92
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Wx Destination weather
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Fastest drive Direct drive estimate
1 min
Comfort drive Allows a short stop
16 min
Taxi Local commuter
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Long-distance caution
Route class Operational trip category
Local shared
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0.9 km 1 min
Start Barnes
Finish Bloemfontein
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Start point
Destination
Driving route
Navigation sign

Turn-by-turn directions

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  1. Head on Barnes
    0.1 km
  2. Turn left onto Markgraaff Street
    0.6 km
  3. Turn left onto Merriam Makeba Street
    0.1 km
  4. Turn right
    0.1 km
  5. You have arrived at your destination
    0.0 km
Stop Stopover sign
Halfway point
0.4 km
Mid-route position Road corridor partition
50 / 50
Time partition Start / finish split
1 min • 1 min
Waypoint reference Nearest route marker
Mid-route reference
Loc Route geography
Route geography
Barnes → Bloemfontein
Start and destination context
Start area Origin
Barnes, Free State
Destination area Arrival
Bloemfontein
Road span Street reference
— • —
Post Postal reference
Postal reference
— • —
Barnes → Bloemfontein
Barnes Origin postcode
Not available
Bloemfontein Destination postcode
Not available
Province span Route area
South Africa
Set Nearby route set
Nearby route set
Johannesburg to Soweto
3 other similar routes
Johannesburg to Soweto Similar distance
19.0 km
Pretoria to Centurion Similar distance
12.3 km
Pietermaritzburg to Howick Similar distance
18.9 km
Rev Related route set
Related route set
Bloemfontein → Barnes
Barnes ↔ Bloemfontein
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Route atlas

Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

ZA-ATLAS
Origin Barnes -29.11016, 26.21620
Midpoint
0.4 km
Total: 0.9 km
Midpoint 0.4 km
0.9 km 1 min
Destination Bloemfontein -29.11640, 26.21550

Route sheet

Route class Resolved South Africa route
Province span South Africa
One-way road span 0.9 km
Return-cycle span 1.8 km
Traversal time 1 min
Maneuver count 5
Maneuver density 558.4 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 0.4 km

Coordinate frame

Start -29.11016, 26.21620
Midpoint -29.11346, 26.21484
End -29.11640, 26.21550
Destination services

Available in Bloemfontein

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

Service groups 6
Schools Clothing stores Banks Fuel stations and garages Supermarkets Shopping malls
Nearby category Schools Top 6 nearby matches around Bloemfontein
6
Nearby category Clothing stores Top 6 nearby matches around Bloemfontein
6
Nearby category Banks Top 3 nearby matches around Bloemfontein
3
Nearby category Fuel stations and garages Top 6 nearby matches around Bloemfontein
6
Nearby category Supermarkets Top 6 nearby matches around Bloemfontein
6
Nearby category Shopping malls Top 5 nearby matches around Bloemfontein
5
Destination brief

Travelling to Bloemfontein

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

Signature Relaxed central city
Standout Central location with an easier urban rhythm
Bloemfontein works for travellers who want a real city stop without the pressure and scale of the biggest metros, which is part of why it remains such a useful central inland overnight.
Best for Who this destination suits
Central stopover Family city stay Meeting point Working overnight
Arrival What to expect on arrival
The city is easier to cross than larger metros, but the final suburb or hotel still matters if the stop is short or part of a longer inland drive.
Regional base Good base for nearby trips
Use Bloemfontein as a central inland break for overnight travel, meetings, family visits and practical route resets.
Destination facts Quick reference details
Bloemfontein tourism emphasises a slower pace and lower-stress urban feel
The city can be crossed relatively quickly compared with larger metros
Its central position helps make it a common meeting and stopover point
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Route FAQ

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Questions 8
How far is Barnes from Bloemfontein? +
Barnes is about 0.9 km from Bloemfontein by road.
How long does it take from Barnes to Bloemfontein? +
The drive usually takes about 1 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from Barnes to Bloemfontein in one day? +
Yes, for many drivers this can be done in one day.
Is taxi available from Barnes to Bloemfontein? +
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 Barnes to Bloemfontein? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R1.50 (R23.25 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R1.51 (R23.36 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R1.67 (R25.90 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R1.68 (R26.11 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from Barnes to Bloemfontein? +
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
Barnes, Free State
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available
Destination area
Bloemfontein
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.

Johannesburg to Soweto Similar distance
About 19.9 km Difference: 19.0 km
Pretoria to Centurion Similar distance
About 13.2 km Difference: 12.3 km
Pietermaritzburg to Howick Similar distance
About 19.8 km Difference: 18.9 km
Johannesburg to Benoni Similar distance
About 27.3 km Difference: 26.4 km
Pretoria to Midrand Similar distance
About 29.8 km Difference: 28.9 km

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