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Distance from Mowbray to Paarl

Mowbray to Paarl is a practical regional trip, covering about 58.4 km in roughly 41 min.

N Mowbray → Paarl
Road distance
58.4 km
36.3 mi • 31.5 nmi
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
51.3 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
1.14×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
14
Info Travel board
Travel time
41 min
Return: 1 hr 22 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
41 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
84.8 km/h
Stop-adjusted ETA 0 planned rest stops
41 min
Fuel Service sign
Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R97.79
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R98.26
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R108.94
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R109.82
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R129.03
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R129.64
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R143.74
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R144.91
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R169.78
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R170.58
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R189.13
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R190.67
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Fastest drive Direct drive estimate
41 min
Comfort drive Allows a short stop
56 min
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Route class Operational trip category
Local shared
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58.4 km 41 min
Start Mowbray
Finish Paarl
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Turn-by-turn directions

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  1. Head on Saint Peter's Road
    0.1 km
  2. Continue make a U-turn onto Saint Peter's Road
    0.1 km
  3. Turn right onto Durban Road
    0.3 km
  4. Turn left onto Liesbeek Parkway towards M57: Salt River
    0.4 km
  5. Take the ramp right towards N2: Cape Town International Airport
    0.3 km
  6. Merge slight right onto Settlers Way towards N2: Cape Town International Airport
    0.2 km
  7. Take the exit ramp slight left towards M5 North: Milnerton
    0.4 km
  8. Merge slight right onto Black River Parkway
    2.3 km
  9. Take the exit ramp slight left towards N1: Paarl
    1.3 km
  10. Merge slight right
    47.6 km
  11. Take the exit ramp slight left towards R45: Franschhoek
    0.5 km
  12. Turn left onto Main Road
    4.9 km
  13. Turn right onto Lady Grey Street
    0.1 km
  14. You have arrived at your destination
    0.0 km
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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 N1 N1 N1
Stop Stopover sign
Halfway point
29.2 km
Western Cape
Mid-route position Road corridor partition
50 / 50
Time partition Start / finish split
20 min • 20 min
Waypoint reference Nearest route marker
Western Cape
Loc Route geography
Route geography
Mowbray → Paarl
Western Cape
Start area Origin
Mowbray, Western Cape
Destination area Arrival
Paarl, Western Cape
Road span Street reference
— • —
Post Postal reference
Postal reference
— • —
Mowbray → Paarl
Mowbray Origin postcode
Not available
Paarl Destination postcode
Not available
Province span Route area
Western Cape
Set Nearby route set
Nearby route set
Cape Town to Paarl
3 other similar routes
Cape Town to Paarl Same province
4.4 km
16.1 km
18.2 km
Rev Related route set
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Paarl → Mowbray
Mowbray ↔ Paarl
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Route atlas

Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

ZA-ATLAS
Origin Mowbray -33.94833, 18.47417
Midpoint
29.2 km
Total: 58.4 km
Midpoint 29.2 km
58.4 km 41 min
Destination Paarl -33.73103, 18.96421

Route sheet

Route class Intraprovincial corridor
Province span Western Cape
One-way road span 58.4 km
Return-cycle span 116.8 km
Traversal time 41 min
Maneuver count 14
Maneuver density 24.0 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 29.2 km

Coordinate frame

Start -33.94833, 18.47417
Midpoint -33.84607, 18.71362
End -33.73103, 18.96421
Destination services

Available in Paarl

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 Clothing stores Fuel stations and garages Supermarkets
Nearby category Schools Top 6 nearby matches around Paarl
6
Nearby category Clothing stores Top 1 nearby match around Paarl
1
  • PEP
    Cape Town, 7646, Western Cape
Nearby category Fuel stations and garages Top 2 nearby matches around Paarl
2
Nearby category Supermarkets Top 6 nearby matches around Paarl
6
Destination brief

Travelling to Paarl

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

Signature Cape Winelands town
Standout Wine farms, country hospitality and conference stays
Paarl offers a broader Winelands mix than a simple tasting stop, with estate travel, countryside scenery, conference use and a more spread-out stay pattern than compact village destinations.
Best for Who this destination suits
Winelands base Conference stay Country hospitality Food and wine trip
Arrival What to expect on arrival
The town centre, estates, wedding venues and countryside stays each produce different final drives, so the exact property matters.
Regional base Good base for nearby trips
Use Paarl as a base for Cape Winelands touring, estate visits, conferences and slower countryside stays close to Cape Town.
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Questions 8
How far is Mowbray from Paarl? +
Mowbray is about 58.4 km from Paarl by road.
How long does it take from Mowbray to Paarl? +
The drive usually takes about 41 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from Mowbray to Paarl in one day? +
Yes, for many drivers this can be done in one day.
Is taxi available from Mowbray to Paarl? +
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 Mowbray to Paarl? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R97.79 (R23.25 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R98.26 (R23.36 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R108.94 (R25.90 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R109.82 (R26.11 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from Mowbray to Paarl? +
No tollgates are currently matched for this route.
What is the route verdict for this trip? +
Practical regional trip: This route is very manageable in one day and usually works well as a same-day return.
Is there a road note for this route? +
This is a regional road trip that can usually work as a same-day return. National roads appear in this route, so watch for toll signs and busier sections.
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Route Locations

Start area
Mowbray, Western Cape
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available
Destination area
Paarl, Western Cape
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.

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About 42.3 km Difference: 16.1 km
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About 40.2 km Difference: 18.2 km
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About 92.6 km Difference: 34.2 km
Cape Town to Worcester Same province
About 99.6 km Difference: 41.2 km

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