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Distance from Harrismith to Kimberley

Harrismith to Kimberley is a full long-distance road trip, covering about 497.9 km in roughly 5 hrs 34 min.

N Harrismith → Kimberley
Road distance
497.9 km
309.4 mi • 268.8 nmi
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
429.9 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
1.16×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
23
Info Travel board
Travel time
5 hrs 34 min
Return: 11 hrs 9 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
5 hrs 34 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
89.2 km/h
Stop-adjusted ETA 2 planned rest stops
6 hrs 4 min
Fuel Service sign
Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R833.43
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R837.37
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R928.43
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R935.95
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R1,099.67
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R1,104.87
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R1,225.01
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R1,234.94
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R1,446.93
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R1,453.78
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R1,611.85
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R1,624.92
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Wx Destination weather
Today's outlook for Kimberley
10.6°C
Partly cloudy
Feels like Perceived temperature
9.5°C
Day range High / low
H 27° • L 10°
Rain chance Today's probability
45%
Wind 10m wind speed
7 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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497.9 km 5 hrs 34 min
Start Harrismith
Finish Kimberley
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  1. Head on Warden Street
    0.0 km
  2. Continue make a U-turn onto Warden Street
    0.5 km
  3. Turn right onto King Street
    0.5 km
  4. At the roundabout, take the 1st exit onto McKechnie Street
    0.1 km
  5. Continue onto McKechnie Street
    0.1 km
  6. Turn right towards N5: Bethlehem
    90.0 km
  7. Continue left onto Eeufees Street
    1.2 km
  8. Continue straight onto Church Street
    136.4 km
  9. Take the exit ramp left towards N1: Bloemfontein
    0.7 km
  10. Merge slight right towards N1: Bloemfontein
    111.3 km
  11. Take the exit ramp slight left towards N8
    0.5 km
  12. Turn right onto Walter Sisulu Road towards N8: Kimberley
    0.1 km
  13. Continue straight onto Nathan Street
    150.9 km
  14. Merge slight left onto Oliver Street
    3.7 km
  15. At the roundabout, take the 2nd exit onto Dalham Road
    0.0 km
  16. Continue onto Dalham Road
    0.5 km
  17. Continue straight onto Bultfontein Road
    0.6 km
  18. Continue straight onto Bultfontein Street
    0.4 km
  19. At the end of the road, turn right onto New Main Street
    0.1 km
  20. Turn left onto Stockdale Street
    0.1 km
  21. Turn right onto Old Main Street
    0.1 km
  22. Continue straight onto De Beers Road
    0.1 km
  23. You have arrived at your destination
    0.0 km
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Tolls on this route

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Tolls found 1
Known total R78.50
Main toll road N1
This route includes 1 toll point from our database. The strongest toll-road match is N1.
Verkeerdevlei
Road: Road not linked yet
R78.50
Stop Stopover sign
Halfway point
248.7 km
Mid-route position Road corridor partition
50 / 50
Time partition Start / finish split
2 hrs 47 min • 2 hrs 47 min
Waypoint reference Nearest route marker
Mid-route reference
Loc Route geography
Route geography
Harrismith → Kimberley
Start and destination context
Start area Origin
Harrismith, Free State
Destination area Arrival
Kimberley
Road span Street reference
— • —
Post Postal reference
Postal reference
— • —
Harrismith → Kimberley
Harrismith 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
125.4 km
Johannesburg to Polokwane Similar distance
204.8 km
Pretoria to Nelspruit Similar distance
221.5 km
Rev Related route set
Related route set
Kimberley → Harrismith
Harrismith ↔ Kimberley
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Route atlas

Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

ZA-ATLAS
Origin Harrismith -28.27842, 29.13324
Midpoint
248.7 km
Total: 497.9 km
Midpoint 248.7 km
497.9 km 5 hrs 34 min
Destination Kimberley -28.73830, 24.76423

Route sheet

Route class Resolved South Africa route
Province span South Africa
One-way road span 497.9 km
Return-cycle span 995.7 km
Traversal time 5 hrs 34 min
Maneuver count 23
Maneuver density 4.6 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 248.7 km

Coordinate frame

Start -28.27842, 29.13324
Midpoint -28.64472, 26.88422
End -28.73830, 24.76423
Destination services

Available in Kimberley

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 Banks Fuel stations and garages Supermarkets
Nearby category Schools Top 6 nearby matches around Kimberley
6
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 Harrismith from Kimberley? +
Harrismith is about 497.9 km from Kimberley by road.
How long does it take from Harrismith to Kimberley? +
The drive usually takes about 5 hrs 34 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from Harrismith to Kimberley in one day? +
Yes, for many drivers this can be done in one day.
Is taxi available from Harrismith 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 Harrismith to Kimberley? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R833.43 (R23.25 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R837.37 (R23.36 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R928.43 (R25.90 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R935.95 (R26.11 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from Harrismith to Kimberley? +
Yes. There is 1 tollgate 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
Harrismith, Free State
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: 125.4 km
Johannesburg to Polokwane Similar distance
About 293.1 km Difference: 204.8 km
Pretoria to Nelspruit Similar distance
About 276.4 km Difference: 221.5 km
Bloemfontein to Kimberley Overlapping province
About 142.8 km Difference: 355.0 km
Gqeberha to East London Similar distance
About 238.6 km Difference: 259.3 km

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