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Distance from Observatory to Muizenberg

Observatory to Muizenberg is a short everyday drive, covering about 22.4 km in roughly 22 min.

N Observatory → Muizenberg
Road distance
22.4 km
13.9 mi • 12.1 nmi
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
18.4 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
1.21×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
15
Info Travel board
Travel time
22 min
Return: 45 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
22 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
59.1 km/h
Stop-adjusted ETA 0 planned rest stops
22 min
Fuel Service sign
Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R37.43
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R37.61
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R41.70
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R42.04
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R49.39
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R49.63
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R55.02
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R55.47
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R64.99
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R65.30
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R72.40
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R72.98
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Wx Destination weather
Today's outlook for Muizenberg
13.7°C
Slight rain showers
Feels like Perceived temperature
10.9°C
Day range High / low
H 16° • L 13°
Rain chance Today's probability
100%
Wind 10m wind speed
25 km/h
Taxi Local commuter
Taxi fare estimate
Check local taxi rank
Long-distance caution
Route class Operational trip category
Local shared
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22.4 km 22 min
Start Observatory
Finish Muizenberg
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Turn-by-turn directions

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  1. Head on Lower Main Road
    0.4 km
  2. Turn right onto Bowden Road
    0.2 km
  3. Continue straight onto Anzio Road
    0.3 km
  4. At the roundabout, take the 1st exit
    0.0 km
  5. Continue
    0.1 km
  6. Keep slight left at the fork towards M3: Muizenberg
    0.3 km
  7. Merge slight left onto Rhodes Drive towards Muizenberg
    2.2 km
  8. Continue straight onto Union Avenue
    1.9 km
  9. Continue straight onto Paradise Road
    0.7 km
  10. Continue straight onto Edinburgh Drive
    2.5 km
  11. Continue straight onto Simon van der Stel Freeway
    9.1 km
  12. Turn left onto Steenberg Road
    0.9 km
  13. At the end of the road, turn right onto Main Road
    0.5 km
  14. Turn right onto Boyes Drive
    3.2 km
  15. You have arrived at your destination
    0.0 km
Stop Stopover sign
Halfway point
11.2 km
Mid-route position Road corridor partition
50 / 50
Time partition Start / finish split
11 min • 11 min
Waypoint reference Nearest route marker
Mid-route reference
Loc Route geography
Route geography
Observatory → Muizenberg
Start and destination context
Start area Origin
Observatory
Destination area Arrival
Muizenberg, Western Cape
Road span Street reference
— • —
Post Postal reference
Postal reference
— • —
Observatory → Muizenberg
Observatory Origin postcode
Not available
Muizenberg Destination postcode
Not available
Province span Route area
South Africa
Set Nearby route set
Nearby route set
Cape Town to Stellenbosch
3 other similar routes
Cape Town to Stellenbosch Overlapping province
17.9 km
Cape Town to Somerset West Overlapping province
19.9 km
Cape Town to Paarl Overlapping province
31.7 km
Rev Related route set
Related route set
Muizenberg → Observatory
Observatory ↔ Muizenberg
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Route sheet

ZA-ATLAS
Origin Observatory -33.93694, 18.46833
Midpoint
11.2 km
Total: 22.4 km
Midpoint 11.2 km
22.4 km 22 min
Destination Muizenberg -34.10278, 18.46528

Route sheet

Route class Resolved South Africa route
Province span South Africa
One-way road span 22.4 km
Return-cycle span 44.7 km
Traversal time 22 min
Maneuver count 15
Maneuver density 67.1 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 11.2 km

Coordinate frame

Start -33.93694, 18.46833
Midpoint -34.02135, 18.45092
End -34.10278, 18.46528
Destination services

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Service groups 5
Schools Clothing stores Fuel stations and garages Supermarkets Shopping malls
Nearby category Schools Top 6 nearby matches around Muizenberg
6
Nearby category Clothing stores Top 6 nearby matches around Muizenberg
6
Nearby category Fuel stations and garages Top 4 nearby matches around Muizenberg
4
  • Shell
    148 Military Road, 7845, Western Cape
  • Shell
    61 Main Road, 7975, Western Cape
  • Shell Select
    7945, Western Cape
  • Shell
    7800, Western Cape
Nearby category Supermarkets Top 6 nearby matches around Muizenberg
6
Nearby category Shopping malls Top 2 nearby matches around Muizenberg
2
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Questions 8
How far is Observatory from Muizenberg? +
Observatory is about 22.4 km from Muizenberg by road.
How long does it take from Observatory to Muizenberg? +
The drive usually takes about 22 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from Observatory to Muizenberg in one day? +
Yes, for many drivers this can be done in one day.
Is taxi available from Observatory to Muizenberg? +
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 Observatory to Muizenberg? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R37.43 (R23.25 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R37.61 (R23.36 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R41.70 (R25.90 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R42.04 (R26.11 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from Observatory to Muizenberg? +
No tollgates are currently matched for this route.
What is the route verdict for this trip? +
Easy local trip: This looks like a short and simple trip for most drivers.
Is there a road note for this route? +
This is mostly a short local route. 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

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Route Locations

Start area
Observatory
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available
Destination area
Muizenberg, 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.

Cape Town to Stellenbosch Overlapping province
About 40.2 km Difference: 17.9 km
Cape Town to Somerset West Overlapping province
About 42.3 km Difference: 19.9 km
Cape Town to Paarl Overlapping province
About 54.0 km Difference: 31.7 km
Cape Town to Hermanus Overlapping province
About 92.6 km Difference: 70.2 km
Cape Town to Worcester Overlapping province
About 99.6 km Difference: 77.2 km

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