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Distance from Mayendit Shambe to Akot Yirol

Mayendit Shambe to Akot Yirol is a solid inter-town journey, covering about 235.8 km in roughly 3 hrs 37 min. It also crosses a provincial boundary.

N Mayendit Shambe → Akot Yirol
Road distance
235.8 km
146.5 mi • 127.3 nmi
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
185.7 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
1.27×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
10
Info Travel board
Travel time
3 hrs 37 min
Return: 7 hrs 15 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
3 hrs 37 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
65.0 km/h
Stop-adjusted ETA 1 planned rest stop
3 hrs 52 min
Fuel Service sign
Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R394.80
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R396.66
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R439.80
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R443.36
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R520.91
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R523.38
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R580.29
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R584.99
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R685.41
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R688.65
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R763.53
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R769.72
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Fastest drive Direct drive estimate
3 hrs 37 min
Comfort drive Allows a short stop
3 hrs 52 min
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Route class Operational trip category
Local shared
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235.8 km 3 hrs 37 min
Start Mayendit Shambe
Finish Akot Yirol
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  1. Head on Mayendit-Shambe
    21.7 km
  2. Turn right
    12.3 km
  3. Continue straight
    22.9 km
  4. Go straight onto Juba-Rumbek-Bentiu Highway
    6.0 km
  5. Go straight onto Rumbek-Maper
    70.4 km
  6. Continue straight onto Juba-Rumbek-Bentiu Highway
    27.7 km
  7. Continue straight onto Rumbek-Akot
    0.2 km
  8. Continue left onto Rumbek-Akot Road
    51.4 km
  9. Continue straight onto Akot-Yirol
    23.2 km
  10. You have arrived at your destination
    0.0 km
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Halfway point
118.3 km
Unity الوحدة to Lakes البحيرات
Mid-route position Road corridor partition
50 / 50
Time partition Start / finish split
1 hr 48 min • 1 hr 48 min
Waypoint reference Nearest route marker
Unity الوحدة to Lakes البحيرات
Loc Route geography
Route geography
Mayendit Shambe → Akot Yirol
Unity الوحدة to Lakes البحيرات
Start area Origin
Mayendit Shambe, Unity الوحدة
Destination area Arrival
Akot Yirol, Lakes البحيرات
Road span Street reference
— • —
Post Postal reference
Postal reference
— • —
Mayendit Shambe → Akot Yirol
Mayendit Shambe Origin postcode
Not available
Akot Yirol Destination postcode
Not available
Province span Route area
Unity الوحدة to Lakes البحيرات
Set Nearby route set
Nearby route set
Pretoria to Nelspruit
3 other similar routes
Pretoria to Nelspruit Similar distance
40.6 km
Johannesburg to Polokwane Similar distance
57.2 km
Rustenburg to Mahikeng Similar distance
74.3 km
Rev Related route set
Related route set
Akot Yirol → Mayendit Shambe
Mayendit Shambe ↔ Akot Yirol
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ZA-ATLAS
Origin Mayendit Shambe 8.12879, 29.99229
Midpoint
118.3 km
Total: 235.8 km
Midpoint 118.3 km
235.8 km 3 hrs 37 min
Destination Akot Yirol 6.47207, 30.20577

Route sheet

Route class Interprovincial corridor
Province span Unity الوحدة to Lakes البحيرات
One-way road span 235.8 km
Return-cycle span 471.7 km
Traversal time 3 hrs 37 min
Maneuver count 10
Maneuver density 4.2 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 118.3 km

Coordinate frame

Start 8.12879, 29.99229
Midpoint 7.18907, 29.72155
End 6.47207, 30.20577
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How far is Mayendit Shambe from Akot Yirol? +
Mayendit Shambe is about 235.8 km from Akot Yirol by road.
How long does it take from Mayendit Shambe to Akot Yirol? +
The drive usually takes about 3 hrs 37 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from Mayendit Shambe to Akot Yirol in one day? +
Yes, for many drivers this can be done in one day.
Is taxi available from Mayendit Shambe to Akot Yirol? +
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 Mayendit Shambe to Akot Yirol? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R394.80 (R23.25 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R396.66 (R23.36 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R439.80 (R25.90 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R443.36 (R26.11 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from Mayendit Shambe to Akot Yirol? +
No tollgates are 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 medium-to-long route. A fuel or refreshment stop is a good idea.
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. This route crosses a provincial boundary. This route looks more local or regional, but always check signs and road conditions on the day.
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Towns along the route

Mayendit-Shambe
From Mayendit Shambe To Akot Yirol
Rumbek-Maper
From Mayendit Shambe To Akot Yirol
Rumbek-Akot
From Mayendit Shambe To Akot Yirol
Akot-Yirol
From Mayendit Shambe To Akot Yirol

Route Locations

Start area
Mayendit Shambe, Unity الوحدة
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available
Destination area
Akot Yirol, Lakes البحيرات
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.

Pretoria to Nelspruit Similar distance
About 276.4 km Difference: 40.6 km
Johannesburg to Polokwane Similar distance
About 293.1 km Difference: 57.2 km
Rustenburg to Mahikeng Similar distance
About 161.5 km Difference: 74.3 km
Mbombela to Middelburg Similar distance
About 154.5 km Difference: 81.4 km
Pretoria to Rustenburg Similar distance
About 99.3 km Difference: 136.5 km

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