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Distance from Beaufort to Pretoria

Beaufort to Pretoria is a full long-distance road trip, covering about 990.2 km in roughly 10 hrs 36 min.

N Beaufort → Pretoria
Road distance
990.2 km
615.3 mi • 534.6 nmi
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
914.5 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
1.08×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
15
Info Travel board
Travel time
10 hrs 36 min
Return: 21 hrs 12 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
10 hrs 36 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
93.4 km/h
Stop-adjusted ETA 5 planned rest stops
11 hrs 51 min
Fuel Service sign
Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R1,657.66
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R1,665.50
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R1,846.60
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R1,861.57
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R2,187.19
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R2,197.54
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R2,436.48
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R2,456.24
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R2,877.88
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R2,891.50
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R3,205.90
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R3,231.89
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Wx Destination weather
Today's outlook for Pretoria
22.9°C
Overcast
Feels like Perceived temperature
23.0°C
Day range High / low
H 23° • L 15°
Rain chance Today's probability
25%
Wind 10m wind speed
9 km/h
Taxi Local commuter
Taxi fare estimate
Check local taxi rank
Long-distance caution
Route class Operational trip category
Local shared
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990.2 km 10 hrs 36 min
Start Beaufort
Finish Pretoria
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Destination
Driving route
Navigation sign

Turn-by-turn directions

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  1. Head on Voortrekker Street
    0.3 km
  2. Turn left onto Donkin Street
    1.1 km
  3. At the roundabout, take the 3rd exit onto Donkin Street
    0.1 km
  4. Continue onto Donkin Street
    2.0 km
  5. Continue straight
    917.4 km
  6. Keep slight left at the fork onto Southern Bypass
    3.2 km
  7. Take the exit ramp slight left towards M1: Johannesburg
    0.7 km
  8. Continue straight
    29.1 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
Navigation sign

Tolls on this route

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Tolls found 15
Known total R426.50
Main toll road Not found
This route includes 15 toll points from our database. 3 Gauteng open-road / gantry toll points are shown as R0.00 because GFIP e-toll charging ended from 12 April 2024.
Vaal
Road: Road not linked yet
R91.50
Vaal
Road: Road not linked yet
R91.50
Grasmere
Road: Road not linked yet
R27.50
Unnamed e-Toll gantry near -26.268, 27.950
Road: GFIP / Gauteng e-Toll network
R0.00
Verkeerdevlei
Road: Road not linked yet
R78.50
e-Toll Sunbird
Road: Road not linked yet
R0.00
Grasmere
Road: Road not linked yet
R27.50
Grasmere
Road: Road not linked yet
R27.50
Grasmere
Road: Road not linked yet
R27.50
Grasmere
Road: Road not linked yet
R27.50
Grasmere
Road: Road not linked yet
R27.50
Unnamed e-Toll gantry near -26.263, 27.976
Road: GFIP / Gauteng e-Toll network
R0.00
e-Toll Ihobe
Road: Road not linked yet
R0.00
e-Toll Ivusi
Road: Road not linked yet
R0.00
Unnamed e-Toll gantry near -25.939, 28.140
Road: GFIP / Gauteng e-Toll network
R0.00
Stop Stopover sign
Halfway point
495.7 km
Mid-route position Road corridor partition
50 / 50
Time partition Start / finish split
5 hrs 18 min • 5 hrs 18 min
Waypoint reference Nearest route marker
Mid-route reference
Loc Route geography
Route geography
Beaufort → Pretoria
Start and destination context
Start area Origin
Beaufort, Western Cape
Destination area Arrival
Pretoria
Road span Street reference
— • —
Post Postal reference
Postal reference
— • —
Beaufort → Pretoria
Beaufort Origin postcode
Not available
Pretoria Destination postcode
Not available
Province span Route area
South Africa
Set Nearby route set
Nearby route set
Cape Town to George
3 other similar routes
Cape Town to George Overlapping province
617.8 km
Johannesburg to Polokwane Similar distance
697.2 km
Pretoria to Nelspruit Similar distance
713.8 km
Rev Related route set
Related route set
Pretoria → Beaufort
Beaufort ↔ Pretoria
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Route atlas

Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

ZA-ATLAS
Origin Beaufort -32.35361, 22.58056
Midpoint
495.7 km
Total: 990.2 km
Midpoint 495.7 km
990.2 km 10 hrs 36 min
Destination Pretoria -25.74593, 28.18791

Route sheet

Route class Resolved South Africa route
Province span South Africa
One-way road span 990.2 km
Return-cycle span 1,980.5 km
Traversal time 10 hrs 36 min
Maneuver count 15
Maneuver density 1.5 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 495.7 km

Coordinate frame

Start -32.35361, 22.58056
Midpoint -29.47643, 26.10083
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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Route FAQ

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Questions 9
How far is Beaufort from Pretoria? +
Beaufort is about 990.2 km from Pretoria by road.
How long does it take from Beaufort to Pretoria? +
The drive usually takes about 10 hrs 36 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from Beaufort to Pretoria 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 Beaufort 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 Beaufort to Pretoria? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R1,657.66 (R23.25 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R1,665.50 (R23.36 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R1,846.60 (R25.90 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R1,861.57 (R26.11 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from Beaufort to Pretoria? +
Yes. There are 15 tollgates 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
Beaufort, Western Cape
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.

Cape Town to George Overlapping province
About 372.4 km Difference: 617.8 km
Johannesburg to Polokwane Similar distance
About 293.1 km Difference: 697.2 km
Pretoria to Nelspruit Similar distance
About 276.4 km Difference: 713.8 km
Gqeberha to East London Similar distance
About 238.6 km Difference: 751.7 km
East London to Mthatha Similar distance
About 178.6 km Difference: 811.7 km

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