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Distance from O R Tambo International to Potchefstroom

O R Tambo International to Potchefstroom is a practical regional trip, covering about 51.6 km in roughly 43 min.

N O R Tambo International → Potchefstroom
Road distance
51.6 km
32.1 mi • 27.9 nmi
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
47.6 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
1.09×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
10
Info Travel board
Travel time
43 min
Return: 1 hr 26 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
43 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
71.2 km/h
Stop-adjusted ETA 0 planned rest stops
43 min
Fuel Service sign
Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R86.40
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R86.81
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R96.25
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R97.03
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R114.00
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R114.54
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R127.00
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R128.03
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R150.01
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R150.71
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R167.10
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R168.46
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Fastest drive Direct drive estimate
43 min
Comfort drive Allows a short stop
58 min
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Route class Operational trip category
Local shared
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51.6 km 43 min
Start O R Tambo International
Finish Potchefstroom
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Turn-by-turn directions

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  1. Head on O.R. Tambo Street
    4.3 km
  2. Turn right towards N12: Potchefstroom
    0.3 km
  3. Merge slight right onto Joe Slovo Road
    13.8 km
  4. Continue straight
    31.9 km
  5. Turn left onto Beyers Naude Avenue
    0.8 km
  6. Turn right onto Retief Street
    0.4 km
  7. Turn right onto Luke Street
    0.1 km
  8. Turn left
    0.0 km
  9. Turn right
    0.0 km
  10. You have arrived at your destination
    0.0 km
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Tolls on this route

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Tolls found 0
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Main toll road N12
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.
N12 N12 N12 N12
Stop Stopover sign
Halfway point
25.8 km
Mid-route position Road corridor partition
50 / 50
Time partition Start / finish split
21 min • 21 min
Waypoint reference Nearest route marker
Mid-route reference
Loc Route geography
Route geography
O R Tambo International → Potchefstroom
Start and destination context
Start area Origin
O R Tambo International, North West
Destination area Arrival
Potchefstroom
Road span Street reference
— • —
Post Postal reference
Postal reference
— • —
O R Tambo International → Potchefstroom
O R Tambo International Origin postcode
Not available
Potchefstroom Destination postcode
Not available
Province span Route area
South Africa
Set Nearby route set
Nearby route set
Johannesburg to Vereeniging
3 other similar routes
Johannesburg to Vereeniging Similar distance
1.9 km
Johannesburg to Pretoria Similar distance
2.3 km
Johannesburg to Benoni Similar distance
24.3 km
Rev Related route set
Related route set
Potchefstroom → O R Tambo International
O R Tambo International ↔ Potchefstroom
Route atlas

Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

ZA-ATLAS
Origin O R Tambo International -26.89855, 26.66690
Midpoint
25.8 km
Total: 51.6 km
Midpoint 25.8 km
51.6 km 43 min
Destination Potchefstroom -26.70778, 27.09583

Route sheet

Route class Resolved South Africa route
Province span South Africa
One-way road span 51.6 km
Return-cycle span 103.2 km
Traversal time 43 min
Maneuver count 10
Maneuver density 19.4 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 25.8 km

Coordinate frame

Start -26.89855, 26.66690
Midpoint -26.81134, 26.87378
End -26.70778, 27.09583
Destination services

Available in Potchefstroom

Useful places near your destination, from everyday essentials to local stops that can help you settle in faster when you arrive.

Service groups 6
Schools Clothing stores Banks Fuel stations and garages Supermarkets Shopping malls
Nearby category Schools Top 6 nearby matches around Potchefstroom
6
Nearby category Clothing stores Top 3 nearby matches around Potchefstroom
3
  • PEP
    Potchefstroom, 2531, North West
  • Woolworths
    55 Nelson Mandela Drive Mooirivier Mall, Potchefstroom, 2531
  • PEP
    Potchefstroom, 2531, North West
Nearby category Banks Top 6 nearby matches around Potchefstroom
6
  • Standard Bank
    Walter Sisulu Avenue
  • African Bank
    James Moroka Avenue
  • Nedbank
    Nelson Mandela Drive, Potchefstroom, 2550
  • ABSA
    Govan Mbeki Drive, Potchefstroom, 2550
  • FNB
    Nelson Mandela Drive, Potchefstroom, 2531
  • Standard Bank
    Nelson Mandela Drive, Potchefstroom, 2531
Nearby category Fuel stations and garages Top 1 nearby match around Potchefstroom
1
Nearby category Supermarkets Top 6 nearby matches around Potchefstroom
6
  • Pick n Pay
    Walter Sisulu Avenue, Potchefstroom, 2531, Free State
  • Quickshop
    Potchefstroom
  • Shoprite
    Potchefstroom, 2531, North West
  • Superspar
    140 Albert Luthuli Drive, Potchefstroom
  • Quickshop
    Potchefstroom
  • Bonjour
    35 Chief Albert Luthuli Drive, Potchefstroom, 2531
Nearby category Shopping malls Top 1 nearby match around Potchefstroom
1
Destination brief

Travelling to Potchefstroom

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

Signature North West university and business city
Standout Working city with academic and regional value
Potchefstroom carries a mixed identity of study, sport, business and practical urban services, which makes it more substantial than a simple pass-through North West city.
Best for Who this destination suits
University travel Business trip Regional city stay Sport and event travel
Arrival What to expect on arrival
Campus-side, business-centre and residential arrivals differ enough that the exact suburb or address should be named before departure.
Regional base Good base for nearby trips
Use Potchefstroom as a North West city base for academic travel, sport, business and regional road movement.
Destination facts Quick reference details
Tourism information for Potchefstroom highlights a thriving business community
The city supports shops, restaurants and local products
It functions as both a city stay and a practical regional node
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Route FAQ

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Questions 8
How far is O R Tambo International from Potchefstroom? +
O R Tambo International is about 51.6 km from Potchefstroom by road.
How long does it take from O R Tambo International to Potchefstroom? +
The drive usually takes about 43 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from O R Tambo International to Potchefstroom in one day? +
Yes, for many drivers this can be done in one day.
Is taxi available from O R Tambo International to Potchefstroom? +
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 O R Tambo International to Potchefstroom? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R86.40 (R23.25 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R86.81 (R23.36 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R96.25 (R25.90 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R97.03 (R26.11 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from O R Tambo International to Potchefstroom? +
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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Towns along the route

: Potchefstroom
From O R Tambo International To Potchefstroom

Route Locations

Start area
O R Tambo International, North West
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available
Destination area
Potchefstroom
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.

Johannesburg to Vereeniging Similar distance
About 53.5 km Difference: 1.9 km
Johannesburg to Pretoria Similar distance
About 53.9 km Difference: 2.3 km
Johannesburg to Benoni Similar distance
About 27.3 km Difference: 24.3 km
Pretoria to Midrand Similar distance
About 29.8 km Difference: 21.8 km
Johannesburg to Soweto Similar distance
About 19.9 km Difference: 31.7 km

Reverse route and related trips

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