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Distance from Mayendit Shambe to Rumbek Akot

Mayendit Shambe to Rumbek Akot is a solid inter-town journey, covering about 161.1 km in roughly 2 hrs 28 min. It also crosses a provincial boundary.

N Mayendit Shambe → Rumbek Akot
Road distance
161.1 km
100.1 mi • 87.0 nmi
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
151.1 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
1.07×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
8
Info Travel board
Travel time
2 hrs 28 min
Return: 4 hrs 57 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
2 hrs 28 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
65.0 km/h
Stop-adjusted ETA 1 planned rest stop
2 hrs 43 min
Fuel Service sign
Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R269.75
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R271.02
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R300.49
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R302.93
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R355.91
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R357.60
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R396.48
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R399.69
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R468.31
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R470.52
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R521.68
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R525.91
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Fastest drive Direct drive estimate
2 hrs 28 min
Comfort drive Allows a short stop
2 hrs 43 min
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Route class Operational trip category
Local shared
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161.1 km 2 hrs 28 min
Start Mayendit Shambe
Finish Rumbek Akot
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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. You have arrived at your destination
    0.0 km
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Halfway point
80.9 km
Unity الوحدة to Lakes البحيرات
Mid-route position Road corridor partition
50 / 50
Time partition Start / finish split
1 hr 14 min • 1 hr 14 min
Waypoint reference Nearest route marker
Unity الوحدة to Lakes البحيرات
Loc Route geography
Route geography
Mayendit Shambe → Rumbek Akot
Unity الوحدة to Lakes البحيرات
Start area Origin
Mayendit Shambe, Unity الوحدة
Destination area Arrival
Rumbek Akot, Lakes البحيرات
Road span Street reference
— • —
Post Postal reference
Postal reference
— • —
Mayendit Shambe → Rumbek Akot
Mayendit Shambe Origin postcode
Not available
Rumbek Akot Destination postcode
Not available
Province span Route area
Unity الوحدة to Lakes البحيرات
Set Nearby route set
Nearby route set
Rustenburg to Mahikeng
3 other similar routes
Rustenburg to Mahikeng Similar distance
0.4 km
Mbombela to Middelburg Similar distance
6.7 km
Pretoria to Rustenburg Similar distance
61.8 km
Rev Related route set
Related route set
Rumbek Akot → Mayendit Shambe
Mayendit Shambe ↔ Rumbek Akot
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ZA-ATLAS
Origin Mayendit Shambe 8.12879, 29.99229
Midpoint
80.9 km
Total: 161.1 km
Midpoint 80.9 km
161.1 km 2 hrs 28 min
Destination Rumbek Akot 6.80652, 29.67620

Route sheet

Route class Interprovincial corridor
Province span Unity الوحدة to Lakes البحيرات
One-way road span 161.1 km
Return-cycle span 322.3 km
Traversal time 2 hrs 28 min
Maneuver count 8
Maneuver density 5.0 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 80.9 km

Coordinate frame

Start 8.12879, 29.99229
Midpoint 7.51056, 29.67280
End 6.80652, 29.67620
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How far is Mayendit Shambe from Rumbek Akot? +
Mayendit Shambe is about 161.1 km from Rumbek Akot by road.
How long does it take from Mayendit Shambe to Rumbek Akot? +
The drive usually takes about 2 hrs 28 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from Mayendit Shambe to Rumbek Akot in one day? +
Yes, for many drivers this can be done in one day.
Is taxi available from Mayendit Shambe to Rumbek Akot? +
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 Rumbek Akot? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R269.75 (R23.25 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R271.02 (R23.36 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R300.49 (R25.90 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R302.93 (R26.11 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from Mayendit Shambe to Rumbek Akot? +
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 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 Rumbek Akot
Rumbek-Maper
From Mayendit Shambe To Rumbek Akot
Rumbek-Akot
From Mayendit Shambe To Rumbek Akot

Route Locations

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

Rustenburg to Mahikeng Similar distance
About 161.5 km Difference: 0.4 km
Mbombela to Middelburg Similar distance
About 154.5 km Difference: 6.7 km
Pretoria to Rustenburg Similar distance
About 99.3 km Difference: 61.8 km
Johannesburg to Rustenburg Similar distance
About 100.2 km Difference: 60.9 km
Durban to Richards Bay Similar distance
About 155.2 km Difference: 6.0 km

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