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Distance from Harare to Cape Town

Harare to Cape Town is a short everyday drive, covering about 32.9 km in roughly 28 min.

N Harare → Cape Town
Road distance
32.9 km
20.4 mi • 17.8 nmi
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
27.6 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
1.19×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
21
Info Travel board
Travel time
28 min
Return: 56 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
28 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
69.5 km/h
Stop-adjusted ETA 0 planned rest stops
28 min
Fuel Service sign
Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R55.06
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R55.32
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R61.33
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R61.83
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R72.64
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R72.99
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R80.92
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R81.58
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R95.58
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R96.04
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R106.48
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R107.34
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Fastest drive Direct drive estimate
28 min
Comfort drive Allows a short stop
43 min
Taxi Local commuter
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Long-distance caution
Route class Operational trip category
Local shared
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32.9 km 28 min
Start Harare
Finish Cape Town
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Turn-by-turn directions

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  1. Head on Phanda Crescent
    0.1 km
  2. Turn right onto Chibi Street
    0.0 km
  3. Turn left onto Dada Street
    0.1 km
  4. At the end of the road, turn right onto Ncumo Road
    0.1 km
  5. Turn left onto Ndima Street
    0.2 km
  6. Turn left onto Qhaga Street
    0.0 km
  7. Turn right onto Foni Street
    0.2 km
  8. Turn left onto Phamba Street
    0.1 km
  9. Turn right onto Mew Way
    1.7 km
  10. At the roundabout, take the 2nd exit onto Mew Way
    0.0 km
  11. Continue onto Mew Way
    0.6 km
  12. At the roundabout, take the 2nd exit onto Mew Way
    0.0 km
  13. Continue onto Mew Way
    3.7 km
  14. Take the ramp slight left towards N2: Cape Town
    0.6 km
  15. Merge slight right
    20.8 km
  16. Take the exit ramp slight left towards M3: Cape Town (South)
    0.1 km
  17. Continue straight onto Philip Kgosana Drive
    3.2 km
  18. Keep slight right at the fork onto Roeland Street
    0.9 km
  19. At the end of the road, turn left onto Saint Johns Road
    0.2 km
  20. Turn right onto Gallery Lane
    0.1 km
  21. You have arrived at your destination
    0.0 km
Navigation sign

Tolls on this route

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Tolls found 0
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Main toll road N2 - North Coast Toll Road
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.
N2 - North Coast Toll Road N2 - North Coast Toll Road N2 - North Coast Toll Road N2 - North Coast Toll Road
Stop Stopover sign
Halfway point
16.4 km
Mid-route position Road corridor partition
50 / 50
Time partition Start / finish split
14 min • 14 min
Waypoint reference Nearest route marker
Mid-route reference
Loc Route geography
Route geography
Harare → Cape Town
Start and destination context
Start area Origin
Harare, Western Cape
Destination area Arrival
Cape Town
Road span Street reference
— • —
Post Postal reference
Postal reference
— • —
Harare → Cape Town
Harare Origin postcode
Not available
Cape Town Destination postcode
Not available
Province span Route area
South Africa
Set Nearby route set
Nearby route set
Cape Town to Stellenbosch
3 other similar routes
Cape Town to Stellenbosch Overlapping province
7.4 km
Cape Town to Somerset West Overlapping province
9.4 km
Cape Town to Paarl Overlapping province
21.2 km
Rev Related route set
Related route set
Cape Town → Harare
Harare ↔ Cape Town
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Route atlas

Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

ZA-ATLAS
Origin Harare -34.05769, 18.67349
Midpoint
16.4 km
Total: 32.9 km
Midpoint 16.4 km
32.9 km 28 min
Destination Cape Town -33.92883, 18.41722

Route sheet

Route class Resolved South Africa route
Province span South Africa
One-way road span 32.9 km
Return-cycle span 65.8 km
Traversal time 28 min
Maneuver count 21
Maneuver density 63.9 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 16.4 km

Coordinate frame

Start -34.05769, 18.67349
Midpoint -33.96807, 18.57398
End -33.92883, 18.41722
Destination services

Available in Cape Town

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

Service groups 7
Schools Clothing stores Banks Fuel stations and garages Supermarkets Pharmacies
Nearby category Schools Top 6 nearby matches around Cape Town
6
Nearby category Clothing stores Top 6 nearby matches around Cape Town
6
Nearby category Banks Top 6 nearby matches around Cape Town
6
Nearby category Fuel stations and garages Top 6 nearby matches around Cape Town
6
  • Shell
    1 Orange Street, Cape Town, 8001, Western Cape
  • Shell Select
    130 Buitenkant Street, Cape Town, 8001, Western Cape
  • Shell
    Cape Town, 8001, Western Cape
  • Shell Select
    8001, Western Cape
  • Shell
    Main Road, Sea Point, Cape Town, 8005, Western Cape
  • Shell Select
    8005, Western Cape
Nearby category Supermarkets Top 6 nearby matches around Cape Town
6
Nearby category Pharmacies Top 2 nearby matches around Cape Town
2
Nearby category Shopping malls Top 6 nearby matches around Cape Town
6
Destination brief

Travelling to Cape Town

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

Signature Mother City
Standout Table Mountain, coast and neighbourhood variety
Cape Town combines mountain, ocean and sharply different neighbourhoods in a way few South African cities can match, which is why the exact district matters almost as much as the city name itself.
Best for Who this destination suits
City break Food and culture Beach trip Conference travel
Arrival What to expect on arrival
A CBD arrival is not the same trip as Camps Bay, Sea Point, Century City, the southern suburbs or the airport side. Choose the exact district before departure.
Local pulse
Cape Town Tourism continues to actively promote current events, deals and trip-planning tools, which makes live city timing relevant to route planning.
Updated: 2026-04-08 · Source: Cape Town Tourism
Regional base Good base for nearby trips
Use Cape Town as a base for urban sightseeing, Atlantic and False Bay coast days, Winelands links and longer Western Cape touring.
Destination facts Quick reference details
Cape Town Tourism offers trip-planning tools for places to stay, eat and see
The city works for both leisure and conference travel
Neighbourhood choice strongly shapes the trip
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Route FAQ

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Questions 8
How far is Harare from Cape Town? +
Harare is about 32.9 km from Cape Town by road.
How long does it take from Harare to Cape Town? +
The drive usually takes about 28 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from Harare to Cape Town in one day? +
Yes, for many drivers this can be done in one day.
Is taxi available from Harare to Cape Town? +
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 Harare to Cape Town? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R55.06 (R23.25 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R55.32 (R23.36 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R61.33 (R25.90 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R61.83 (R26.11 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from Harare to Cape Town? +
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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Route Locations

Start area
Harare, Western Cape
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available
Destination area
Cape Town
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 Overlapping province
About 40.2 km Difference: 7.4 km
Cape Town to Somerset West Overlapping province
About 42.3 km Difference: 9.4 km
Cape Town to Paarl Overlapping province
About 54.0 km Difference: 21.2 km
Cape Town to Hermanus Overlapping province
About 92.6 km Difference: 59.7 km
Cape Town to Worcester Overlapping province
About 99.6 km Difference: 66.7 km

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