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Distance from Colesberg to Kimberley

Colesberg to Kimberley is a full long-distance road trip, covering about 379.3 km in roughly 3 hrs 37 min.

N Colesberg → Kimberley
Road distance
379.3 km
235.7 mi • 204.7 nmi
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
222.8 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
1.70×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
12
Info Travel board
Travel time
3 hrs 37 min
Return: 7 hrs 14 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
3 hrs 37 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
104.7 km/h
Stop-adjusted ETA 1 planned rest stop
3 hrs 52 min
Fuel Service sign
Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R634.89
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R637.89
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R707.25
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R712.99
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R837.70
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R841.66
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R933.18
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R940.75
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R1,102.24
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R1,107.45
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R1,227.87
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R1,237.82
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Fastest drive Direct drive estimate
3 hrs 37 min
Comfort drive Allows a short stop
3 hrs 52 min
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Route class Operational trip category
Local shared
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379.3 km 3 hrs 37 min
Start Colesberg
Finish Kimberley
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Turn-by-turn directions

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  1. Head northeast on Church Street, R58
    1.4 km
  2. Turn left
    0.2 km
  3. Turn sharp right onto N1
    219.9 km
  4. Keep left
    0.5 km
  5. Turn left onto Nathan Street, N8
    150.7 km
  6. Continue straight onto Oliver Street, N8
    3.7 km
  7. Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Dalham Road, N8
    1.1 km
  8. Turn right onto Long Street, N8
    0.7 km
  9. Turn sharp left onto Du Toitspan Road, N12
    0.5 km
  10. Turn left onto De Beers Road
    0.5 km
  11. Continue straight onto Market Street
    0.0 km
  12. Arrive at Market Street, on the left
    0.0 km
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Tolls on this route

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Tolls found 0
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Main toll road N1
We found matching toll-road records for this route, but no tollgate point was close enough to the route line to display as a confirmed route toll.
N1 N1 N1 N1
Stop Stopover sign
Halfway point
189.6 km
Mid-route position Road corridor partition
50 / 50
Time partition Start / finish split
1 hr 48 min • 1 hr 48 min
Waypoint reference Nearest route marker
Mid-route reference
Loc Route geography
Route geography
Colesberg → Kimberley
Start and destination context
Start area Origin
Colesberg
Destination area Arrival
Kimberley
Road span Street reference
— • —
Post Postal reference
Postal reference
— • —
Colesberg → Kimberley
Colesberg Origin postcode
Not available
Kimberley 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 Similar distance
6.8 km
Johannesburg to Polokwane Similar distance
86.2 km
Pretoria to Nelspruit Similar distance
102.9 km
Rev Related route set
Related route set
Kimberley → Colesberg
Colesberg ↔ Kimberley
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Route atlas

Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

ZA-ATLAS
Origin Colesberg -30.72111, 25.09667
Midpoint
189.6 km
Total: 379.3 km
Midpoint 189.6 km
379.3 km 3 hrs 37 min
Destination Kimberley -28.73830, 24.76423

Route sheet

Route class Resolved South Africa route
Province span South Africa
One-way road span 379.3 km
Return-cycle span 758.5 km
Traversal time 3 hrs 37 min
Maneuver count 12
Maneuver density 3.2 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 189.6 km

Coordinate frame

Start -30.72111, 25.09667
Midpoint -29.40629, 26.13280
End -28.73830, 24.76423
Destination services

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Service groups 4
Schools Banks Fuel stations and garages Supermarkets
Nearby category Schools Top 6 nearby matches around Kimberley
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Nearby category Banks Top 6 nearby matches around Kimberley
6
Nearby category Fuel stations and garages Top 4 nearby matches around Kimberley
4
Nearby category Supermarkets Top 6 nearby matches around Kimberley
6
Destination brief

Travelling to Kimberley

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

Signature Northern Cape capital city
Standout Historic capital with diamond-era identity
Best for Who this destination suits
Heritage trip Provincial capital stay Business travel Northern Cape base
Arrival What to expect on arrival
Museum-side, CBD and modern hotel-area arrivals can feel different, so exact routing matters more than a broad city label suggests.
Regional base Good base for nearby trips
Use Kimberley as a Northern Cape base for heritage travel, business stays and wider provincial movement.
Destination facts Quick reference details
Kimberley is the capital of the Northern Cape
Northern Cape tourism and city tourism portals use Kimberley as a central visitor base
The city combines capital-city function with strong heritage interest
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Route FAQ

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Questions 9
How far is Colesberg from Kimberley? +
Colesberg is about 379.3 km from Kimberley by road.
How long does it take from Colesberg to Kimberley? +
The drive usually takes about 3 hrs 37 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from Colesberg to Kimberley in one day? +
Yes, for many drivers this can be done in one day.
Is taxi available from Colesberg to Kimberley? +
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 Colesberg to Kimberley? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R634.89 (R23.25 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R637.89 (R23.36 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R707.25 (R25.90 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R712.99 (R26.11 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from Colesberg to Kimberley? +
No tollgates are 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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Route Locations

Start area
Colesberg
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available
Destination area
Kimberley
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 Similar distance
About 372.4 km Difference: 6.8 km
Johannesburg to Polokwane Similar distance
About 293.1 km Difference: 86.2 km
Pretoria to Nelspruit Similar distance
About 276.4 km Difference: 102.9 km
Gqeberha to East London Similar distance
About 238.6 km Difference: 140.7 km
Bloemfontein to Kimberley Similar distance
About 142.8 km Difference: 236.4 km

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