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Distance from Fairtrees to Paarl

Fairtrees to Paarl is a short everyday drive, covering about 36.3 km in roughly 27 min.

N Fairtrees → Paarl
Road distance
36.3 km
22.5 mi • 19.6 nmi
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
30.3 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
1.20×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
10
Info Travel board
Travel time
27 min
Return: 55 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
27 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
78.4 km/h
Stop-adjusted ETA 0 planned rest stops
27 min
Fuel Service sign
Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R60.73
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R61.02
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R67.65
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R68.20
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R80.13
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R80.51
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R89.27
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R89.99
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R105.44
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R105.94
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R117.46
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R118.41
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Wx Destination weather
Today's outlook for Paarl
9.3°C
Clear sky
Feels like Perceived temperature
8.0°C
Day range High / low
H 20° • L 9°
Rain chance Today's probability
0%
Wind 10m wind speed
4 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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36.3 km 27 min
Start Fairtrees
Finish Paarl
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Destination
Driving route
Navigation sign

Turn-by-turn directions

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  1. Head on Fairtrees
    0.2 km
  2. Continue make a U-turn onto Fairtrees
    1.3 km
  3. Turn left onto De Bron Road towards Vredekloof
    1.4 km
  4. Turn right onto Brackenfell Boulevard
    0.7 km
  5. Take the ramp left towards N1: Paarl
    0.5 km
  6. Merge slight right onto N1 Freeway
    26.7 km
  7. Take the exit ramp slight left towards R45: Franschhoek
    0.5 km
  8. Turn left onto Main Road
    4.9 km
  9. Turn right onto Lady Grey Street
    0.1 km
  10. You have arrived at your destination
    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
18.1 km
Western Cape
Mid-route position Road corridor partition
50 / 50
Time partition Start / finish split
13 min • 13 min
Waypoint reference Nearest route marker
Western Cape
Loc Route geography
Route geography
Fairtrees → Paarl
Western Cape
Start area Origin
Fairtrees, Western Cape
Destination area Arrival
Paarl, Western Cape
Road span Street reference
— • —
Post Postal reference
Postal reference
— • —
Fairtrees → Paarl
Fairtrees Origin postcode
Not available
Paarl Destination postcode
Not available
Province span Route area
Western Cape
Set Nearby route set
Nearby route set
Cape Town to Stellenbosch
3 other similar routes
4.0 km
6.0 km
Cape Town to Paarl Same province
17.8 km
Rev Related route set
Related route set
Paarl → Fairtrees
Fairtrees ↔ Paarl
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Route atlas

Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

ZA-ATLAS
Origin Fairtrees -33.84774, 18.66734
Midpoint
18.1 km
Total: 36.3 km
Midpoint 18.1 km
36.3 km 27 min
Destination Paarl -33.73103, 18.96421

Route sheet

Route class Intraprovincial corridor
Province span Western Cape
One-way road span 36.3 km
Return-cycle span 72.6 km
Traversal time 27 min
Maneuver count 10
Maneuver density 27.6 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 18.1 km

Coordinate frame

Start -33.84774, 18.66734
Midpoint -33.81051, 18.82464
End -33.73103, 18.96421
Destination services

Available in Paarl

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

Service groups 4
Schools Clothing stores Fuel stations and garages Supermarkets
Nearby category Schools Top 6 nearby matches around Paarl
6
Nearby category Clothing stores Top 1 nearby match around Paarl
1
  • PEP
    Cape Town, 7646, Western Cape
Nearby category Fuel stations and garages Top 2 nearby matches around Paarl
2
Nearby category Supermarkets Top 6 nearby matches around Paarl
6
Destination brief

Travelling to Paarl

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

Signature Cape Winelands town
Standout Wine farms, country hospitality and conference stays
Paarl offers a broader Winelands mix than a simple tasting stop, with estate travel, countryside scenery, conference use and a more spread-out stay pattern than compact village destinations.
Best for Who this destination suits
Winelands base Conference stay Country hospitality Food and wine trip
Arrival What to expect on arrival
The town centre, estates, wedding venues and countryside stays each produce different final drives, so the exact property matters.
Regional base Good base for nearby trips
Use Paarl as a base for Cape Winelands touring, estate visits, conferences and slower countryside stays close to Cape Town.
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Route FAQ

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Questions 8
How far is Fairtrees from Paarl? +
Fairtrees is about 36.3 km from Paarl by road.
How long does it take from Fairtrees to Paarl? +
The drive usually takes about 27 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from Fairtrees to Paarl in one day? +
Yes, for many drivers this can be done in one day.
Is taxi available from Fairtrees to Paarl? +
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 Fairtrees to Paarl? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R60.73 (R23.25 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R61.02 (R23.36 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R67.65 (R25.90 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R68.20 (R26.11 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from Fairtrees to Paarl? +
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. National roads appear in this route, so watch for toll signs and busier sections.
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Towns along the route

Vredekloof
From Fairtrees To Paarl
Brackenfell Boulevard
From Fairtrees To Paarl
: Paarl
From Fairtrees To Paarl
: Franschhoek
From Fairtrees To Paarl

Route Locations

Start area
Fairtrees, Western Cape
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available
Destination area
Paarl, Western Cape
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 Stellenbosch Same province
About 40.2 km Difference: 4.0 km
Cape Town to Somerset West Same province
About 42.3 km Difference: 6.0 km
Cape Town to Paarl Same province
About 54.0 km Difference: 17.8 km
Cape Town to Hermanus Same province
About 92.6 km Difference: 56.3 km
Cape Town to Worcester Same province
About 99.6 km Difference: 63.3 km

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