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Distance from Gariep Dam to Pretoria

Gariep Dam to Pretoria is a full long-distance road trip, covering about 636.9 km in roughly 6 hrs 53 min.

N Gariep Dam → Pretoria
Road distance
636.9 km
395.8 mi • 343.8 nmi
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
600.2 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
1.06×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
15
Info Travel board
Travel time
6 hrs 53 min
Return: 13 hrs 46 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
6 hrs 53 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
92.5 km/h
Stop-adjusted ETA 3 planned rest stops
7 hrs 38 min
Fuel Service sign
Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R1,066.21
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R1,071.25
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R1,187.73
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R1,197.36
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R1,406.80
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R1,413.46
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R1,567.15
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R1,579.85
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R1,851.06
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R1,859.81
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R2,062.04
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R2,078.76
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Fastest drive Direct drive estimate
6 hrs 53 min
Comfort drive Allows a short stop
7 hrs 8 min
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Route class Operational trip category
Local shared
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636.9 km 6 hrs 53 min
Start Gariep Dam
Finish Pretoria
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Turn-by-turn directions

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  1. Head on Tinktinkie Street
    0.2 km
  2. Turn left onto Jangroentjie Street
    0.3 km
  3. At the end of the road, turn right
    5.0 km
  4. Take the ramp right towards N1: Bloemfontein
    1.0 km
  5. Merge slight right
    561.2 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
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Tolls on this route

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Tolls found 15
Known total R426.50
Main toll road N1
This route includes 15 toll points from our database. The strongest toll-road match is N1. 3 Gauteng open-road / gantry toll points are shown as R0.00 because GFIP e-toll charging ended from 12 April 2024.
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 -26.268, 27.950
Road: GFIP / Gauteng e-Toll network
R0.00
Vaal
Road: Road not linked yet
R91.50
Vaal
Road: Road not linked yet
R91.50
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
Unnamed e-Toll gantry near -26.263, 27.976
Road: GFIP / Gauteng e-Toll network
R0.00
Grasmere
Road: Road not linked yet
R27.50
e-Toll Ivusi
Road: Road not linked yet
R0.00
e-Toll Ihobe
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
319.1 km
Mid-route position Road corridor partition
50 / 50
Time partition Start / finish split
3 hrs 26 min • 3 hrs 26 min
Waypoint reference Nearest route marker
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Loc Route geography
Route geography
Gariep Dam → Pretoria
Start and destination context
Start area Origin
Gariep Dam
Destination area Arrival
Pretoria
Road span Street reference
— • —
Post Postal reference
Postal reference
— • —
Gariep Dam → Pretoria
Gariep Dam Origin postcode
Not available
Pretoria 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
343.9 km
Cape Town to George Similar distance
264.5 km
Pretoria to Nelspruit Similar distance
360.5 km
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Pretoria → Gariep Dam
Gariep Dam ↔ Pretoria
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Route atlas

Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

ZA-ATLAS
Origin Gariep Dam -30.59306, 25.49250
Midpoint
319.1 km
Total: 636.9 km
Midpoint 319.1 km
636.9 km 6 hrs 53 min
Destination Pretoria -25.74593, 28.18791

Route sheet

Route class Resolved South Africa route
Province span South Africa
One-way road span 636.9 km
Return-cycle span 1,273.8 km
Traversal time 6 hrs 53 min
Maneuver count 15
Maneuver density 2.4 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 319.1 km

Coordinate frame

Start -30.59306, 25.49250
Midpoint -28.31044, 27.06557
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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Questions 9
How far is Gariep Dam from Pretoria? +
Gariep Dam is about 636.9 km from Pretoria by road.
How long does it take from Gariep Dam to Pretoria? +
The drive usually takes about 6 hrs 53 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from Gariep Dam 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 Gariep Dam 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 Gariep Dam to Pretoria? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R1,066.21 (R23.25 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R1,071.25 (R23.36 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R1,187.73 (R25.90 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R1,197.36 (R26.11 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from Gariep Dam 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. National roads appear in this route, so watch for toll signs and busier sections.
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Start area
Gariep Dam
Suburb: Not available
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Destination area
Pretoria
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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: 343.9 km
Cape Town to George Similar distance
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Pretoria to Nelspruit Similar distance
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