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Distance from Heidedal to Kimberley

Heidedal to Kimberley is a solid inter-town journey, covering about 166.0 km in roughly 1 hr 56 min.

N Heidedal → Kimberley
Road distance
166.0 km
103.2 mi • 89.6 nmi
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
150.8 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
1.10×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
23
Info Travel board
Travel time
1 hr 56 min
Return: 3 hrs 52 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
1 hr 56 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
85.6 km/h
Stop-adjusted ETA 0 planned rest stops
1 hr 56 min
Fuel Service sign
Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R277.94
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R279.26
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R309.62
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R312.13
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R366.73
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R368.47
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R408.53
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R411.84
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R482.54
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R484.82
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R537.54
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R541.90
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Fastest drive Direct drive estimate
1 hr 56 min
Comfort drive Allows a short stop
2 hrs 11 min
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Route class Operational trip category
Local shared
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166.0 km 1 hr 56 min
Start Heidedal
Finish Kimberley
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  1. Head on Frans Puller Street
    0.2 km
  2. Continue straight onto Mars Street
    0.4 km
  3. Turn right onto Hillcrest Street
    0.2 km
  4. At the end of the road, turn right onto Daly Street
    0.1 km
  5. Turn left onto Gert Street
    0.1 km
  6. At the end of the road, turn right onto Doctor Belcher Road
    0.3 km
  7. Continue straight onto Fort Road
    1.5 km
  8. Go straight onto Hanger Street
    0.1 km
  9. Turn left onto Saint Georges Street
    1.3 km
  10. Continue straight onto AT Horak Street
    1.0 km
  11. Merge slight right onto Parfitt Avenue
    0.5 km
  12. Continue straight onto Walter Sisulu Road
    3.7 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
Stop Stopover sign
Halfway point
82.9 km
Mid-route position Road corridor partition
50 / 50
Time partition Start / finish split
58 min • 58 min
Waypoint reference Nearest route marker
Mid-route reference
Loc Route geography
Route geography
Heidedal → Kimberley
Start and destination context
Start area Origin
Heidedal
Destination area Arrival
Kimberley
Road span Street reference
— • —
Post Postal reference
Postal reference
— • —
Heidedal → Kimberley
Heidedal Origin postcode
Not available
Kimberley Destination postcode
Not available
Province span Route area
South Africa
Set Nearby route set
Nearby route set
Bloemfontein to Kimberley
3 other similar routes
Bloemfontein to Kimberley Similar distance
23.2 km
Bloemfontein to Welkom Similar distance
30.6 km
Rustenburg to Mahikeng Similar distance
4.5 km
Rev Related route set
Related route set
Kimberley → Heidedal
Heidedal ↔ Kimberley
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Route atlas

Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

ZA-ATLAS
Origin Heidedal -29.13250, 26.24694
Midpoint
82.9 km
Total: 166.0 km
Midpoint 82.9 km
166.0 km 1 hr 56 min
Destination Kimberley -28.73830, 24.76423

Route sheet

Route class Resolved South Africa route
Province span South Africa
One-way road span 166.0 km
Return-cycle span 332.1 km
Traversal time 1 hr 56 min
Maneuver count 23
Maneuver density 13.9 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 82.9 km

Coordinate frame

Start -29.13250, 26.24694
Midpoint -29.12253, 25.42736
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
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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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How far is Heidedal from Kimberley? +
Heidedal is about 166.0 km from Kimberley by road.
How long does it take from Heidedal to Kimberley? +
The drive usually takes about 1 hr 56 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from Heidedal to Kimberley in one day? +
Yes, for many drivers this can be done in one day.
Is taxi available from Heidedal 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 Heidedal to Kimberley? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R277.94 (R23.25 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R279.26 (R23.36 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R309.62 (R25.90 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R312.13 (R26.11 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from Heidedal to Kimberley? +
No tollgates are currently matched for this route.
What is the route verdict for this trip? +
Long same-day trip: This can work in one day, but a rest stop and early departure are recommended.
Is there a road note for this route? +
This is a longer road trip, so a fuel or rest stop is recommended. This route looks more local or regional, but always check signs and road conditions on the day.
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Route Locations

Start area
Heidedal
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.

Bloemfontein to Kimberley Similar distance
About 142.8 km Difference: 23.2 km
Bloemfontein to Welkom Similar distance
About 135.4 km Difference: 30.6 km
Rustenburg to Mahikeng Similar distance
About 161.5 km Difference: 4.5 km
East London to Mthatha Similar distance
About 178.6 km Difference: 12.5 km
Durban to Richards Bay Similar distance
About 155.2 km Difference: 10.9 km

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