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Distance from Cliff to Benoni

Cliff to Benoni is a full long-distance road trip, covering about 490.3 km in roughly 6 hrs 21 min.

N Cliff → Benoni
Road distance
490.3 km
304.7 mi • 264.7 nmi
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
400.4 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
1.22×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
18
Info Travel board
Travel time
6 hrs 21 min
Return: 12 hrs 42 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
6 hrs 21 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
77.1 km/h
Stop-adjusted ETA 3 planned rest stops
7 hrs 6 min
Fuel Service sign
Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R820.75
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R824.63
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R914.30
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R921.71
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R1,082.93
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R1,088.06
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R1,206.36
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R1,216.15
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R1,424.91
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R1,431.65
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R1,587.32
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R1,600.19
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Wx Destination weather
Today's outlook for Benoni
10.3°C
Overcast
Feels like Perceived temperature
7.6°C
Day range High / low
H 15° • L 10°
Rain chance Today's probability
58%
Wind 10m wind speed
14 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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Route overview

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Route map

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Start, destination and route line.

490.3 km 6 hrs 21 min
Start Cliff
Finish Benoni
Map key
Start point
Destination
Driving route
Navigation sign

Turn-by-turn directions

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  1. Start your journey
    6.2 km
  2. Turn left onto Impendla Road
    19.0 km
  3. Continue straight
    16.1 km
  4. At the end of the road, turn right
    1.2 km
  5. Turn left
    5.6 km
  6. Take the ramp left towards N3
    0.4 km
  7. Merge slight right
    133.2 km
  8. Continue straight
    251.4 km
  9. Keep slight right at the fork
    23.8 km
  10. Take the exit ramp slight left towards R23: Heidelberg
    0.6 km
  11. Turn left onto Heidelberg Road
    28.0 km
  12. Continue straight onto Range View Road
    2.5 km
  13. Turn left onto Tom Jones Street
    1.1 km
  14. Turn left
    0.2 km
  15. Turn right onto Bunyan Street
    0.2 km
  16. Turn left onto Ampthill Avenue
    0.6 km
  17. Turn right onto Park Street
    0.3 km
  18. You have arrived at your destination
    0.0 km
Navigation sign

Tolls on this route

R
Tolls found 22
Known total R1,376.00
Main toll road N3
This route includes 22 toll points from our database. The strongest toll-road match is N3.
Tugela
Road: Road not linked yet
R100.00
Tugela
Road: Road not linked yet
R100.00
Wilge
Road: 169
R94.00
Wilge
Road: Road not linked yet
R94.00
Wilge
Road: Road not linked yet
R94.00
Wilge
Road: Road not linked yet
R94.00
Mooi Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R70.00
Mooi Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R70.00
Mooi Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R70.00
Mooi Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R70.00
Mooi
Road: Road not linked yet
R70.00
Mooi Ramp Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R49.00
De Hoek
Road: Road not linked yet
R67.00
De Hoek
Road: Road not linked yet
R67.00
De Hoek
Road: Road not linked yet
R67.00
De Hoek
Road: Road not linked yet
R67.00
Bergville
Road: Road not linked yet
R30.00
Bergville
Road: Road not linked yet
R30.00
Treverton Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R21.00
Treverton Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R21.00
Dalpark
Road: Road not linked yet
R15.50
Dalpark
Road: Road not linked yet
R15.50
Stop Stopover sign
Halfway point
245.6 km
Mid-route position Road corridor partition
50 / 50
Time partition Start / finish split
3 hrs 10 min • 3 hrs 10 min
Waypoint reference Nearest route marker
Mid-route reference
Loc Route geography
Route geography
Cliff → Benoni
Start and destination context
Start area Origin
Cliff, KwaZulu-Natal
Destination area Arrival
Benoni
Road span Street reference
— • —
Post Postal reference
Postal reference
— • —
Cliff → Benoni
Cliff Origin postcode
Not available
Benoni Destination postcode
Not available
Province span Route area
South Africa
Set Nearby route set
Nearby route set
Johannesburg to Polokwane
3 other similar routes
Johannesburg to Polokwane Similar distance
197.2 km
Pretoria to Nelspruit Similar distance
213.9 km
Cape Town to George Similar distance
117.8 km
Rev Related route set
Related route set
Benoni → Cliff
Cliff ↔ Benoni
Cliff to Johannesburg Related trip
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Cliff to Pretoria Related trip
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Cliff to Cape Town Related trip
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Route atlas

Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

ZA-ATLAS
Origin Cliff -29.52981, 29.83861
Midpoint
245.6 km
Total: 490.3 km
Midpoint 245.6 km
490.3 km 6 hrs 21 min
Destination Benoni -26.19304, 28.30824

Route sheet

Route class Resolved South Africa route
Province span South Africa
One-way road span 490.3 km
Return-cycle span 980.6 km
Traversal time 6 hrs 21 min
Maneuver count 18
Maneuver density 3.7 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 245.6 km

Coordinate frame

Start -29.52981, 29.83861
Midpoint -28.19867, 29.09484
End -26.19304, 28.30824
Destination services

Available in Benoni

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 Benoni
6
Nearby category Clothing stores Top 5 nearby matches around Benoni
5
Nearby category Banks Top 3 nearby matches around Benoni
3
Nearby category Fuel stations and garages Top 4 nearby matches around Benoni
4
Nearby category Supermarkets Top 6 nearby matches around Benoni
6
Nearby category Shopping malls Top 1 nearby match around Benoni
1
  • Edgars
    Tom Jones Street, Benoni, 1500
Destination brief

Travelling to Benoni

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

Standout Why Benoni stands out
Benoni is best understood as East Rand district planning rather than broad Johannesburg copy.
Arrival What to expect on arrival
Benoni route accuracy improves when the exact suburb, venue or East Rand destination is chosen before departure.
Regional base Good base for nearby trips
Best for Benoni stays, family trips, airport-side district travel and East Rand planning.
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Route FAQ

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Questions 9
How far is Cliff from Benoni? +
Cliff is about 490.3 km from Benoni by road.
How long does it take from Cliff to Benoni? +
The drive usually takes about 6 hrs 21 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from Cliff to Benoni in one day? +
Yes, for many drivers this can be done in one day.
Is taxi available from Cliff to Benoni? +
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 Cliff to Benoni? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R820.75 (R23.25 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R824.63 (R23.36 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R914.30 (R25.90 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R921.71 (R26.11 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from Cliff to Benoni? +
Yes. There are 22 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. National roads appear in this route, so watch for toll signs and busier sections.
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Towns along the route

: Heidelberg
From Cliff To Benoni

Route Locations

Start area
Cliff, KwaZulu-Natal
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available
Destination area
Benoni
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 Polokwane Similar distance
About 293.1 km Difference: 197.2 km
Pretoria to Nelspruit Similar distance
About 276.4 km Difference: 213.9 km
Cape Town to George Similar distance
About 372.4 km Difference: 117.8 km
Durban to Richards Bay Overlapping province
About 155.2 km Difference: 335.1 km
Gqeberha to East London Similar distance
About 238.6 km Difference: 251.7 km

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