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Distance from Senekal to Stellenbosch

Senekal to Stellenbosch is a full long-distance road trip, covering about 1,150.0 km in roughly 12 hrs 40 min.

N Senekal → Stellenbosch
Road distance
1,150.0 km
714.6 mi • 620.8 nmi
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
1,040.6 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
1.11×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
15
Info Travel board
Travel time
12 hrs 40 min
Return: 25 hrs 20 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
12 hrs 40 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
90.8 km/h
Stop-adjusted ETA 6 planned rest stops
14 hrs 10 min
Fuel Service sign
Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R1,925.05
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R1,934.16
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R2,144.46
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R2,161.85
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R2,539.99
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R2,552.01
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R2,829.50
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R2,852.44
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R3,342.10
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R3,357.91
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R3,723.02
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R3,753.21
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Fastest drive Direct drive estimate
12 hrs 40 min
Comfort drive Allows a short stop
12 hrs 55 min
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Route class Operational trip category
Local shared
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1,150.0 km 12 hrs 40 min
Start Senekal
Finish Stellenbosch
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Start point
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Turn-by-turn directions

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  1. Start your journey
    0.3 km
  2. Turn right
    66.6 km
  3. Take the exit ramp left towards N1: Bloemfontein
    0.7 km
  4. Merge slight right towards N1: Bloemfontein
    646.5 km
  5. At the roundabout, take the 3rd exit onto Donkin Street
    0.1 km
  6. Continue onto Donkin Street
    388.0 km
  7. Continue straight
    28.7 km
  8. Take the exit ramp slight left towards R44: Wellington
    0.5 km
  9. Turn left
    16.7 km
  10. Turn left onto Merriman Avenue towards Stellenbosch
    1.4 km
  11. Turn right onto Bosman
    0.3 km
  12. At the roundabout, take the 2nd exit onto Bosman
    0.0 km
  13. Continue onto Bosman
    0.1 km
  14. Turn left onto Hofmeyer
    0.1 km
  15. You have arrived at your destination
    0.0 km
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Tolls on this route

R
Tolls found 5
Known total R242.00
Main toll road N1
This route includes 5 toll points from our database. The strongest toll-road match is N1.
Unnamed toll booth near Huguenot
Road: Near Huguenot / N1 corridor
R0.00
Verkeerdevlei
Road: Road not linked yet
R78.50
Huguenot
Road: Road not linked yet
R54.50
Huguenot
Road: Road not linked yet
R54.50
Huguenot
Road: Road not linked yet
R54.50
Stop Stopover sign
Halfway point
574.9 km
Mid-route position Road corridor partition
50 / 50
Time partition Start / finish split
6 hrs 20 min • 6 hrs 20 min
Waypoint reference Nearest route marker
Mid-route reference
Loc Route geography
Route geography
Senekal → Stellenbosch
Start and destination context
Start area Origin
Senekal
Destination area Arrival
Stellenbosch
Road span Street reference
— • —
Post Postal reference
Postal reference
— • —
Senekal → Stellenbosch
Senekal Origin postcode
Not available
Stellenbosch Destination postcode
Not available
Province span Route area
South Africa
Set Nearby route set
Nearby route set
Cape Town to George
3 other similar routes
Cape Town to George Similar distance
777.5 km
Johannesburg to Polokwane Similar distance
856.9 km
Pretoria to Nelspruit Similar distance
873.6 km
Rev Related route set
Related route set
Stellenbosch → Senekal
Senekal ↔ Stellenbosch
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Route atlas

Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

ZA-ATLAS
Origin Senekal -28.31694, 27.62250
Midpoint
574.9 km
Total: 1,150.0 km
Midpoint 574.9 km
1,150.0 km 12 hrs 40 min
Destination Stellenbosch -33.93444, 18.86917

Route sheet

Route class Resolved South Africa route
Province span South Africa
One-way road span 1,150.0 km
Return-cycle span 2,299.9 km
Traversal time 12 hrs 40 min
Maneuver count 15
Maneuver density 1.3 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 574.9 km

Coordinate frame

Start -28.31694, 27.62250
Midpoint -31.54494, 23.58470
End -33.93444, 18.86917
Destination services

Available in Stellenbosch

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

Service groups 5
Schools Clothing stores Fuel stations and garages Supermarkets Shopping malls
Nearby category Schools Top 4 nearby matches around Stellenbosch
4
Nearby category Clothing stores Top 2 nearby matches around Stellenbosch
2
  • PEP
    43 Andringa Road, Stellenbosch, 7600, Western Cape
  • Holmes Brothers
    55 Dorp, Stellenbosch, 7600
Nearby category Fuel stations and garages Top 2 nearby matches around Stellenbosch
2
Nearby category Supermarkets Top 6 nearby matches around Stellenbosch
6
  • Lunar Mart
    68 Andringa Street, Stellenbosch, 7600
  • Checkers
    Stellenbosch, 7600, Western Cape
  • Pick n Pay Express
    Stellenbosh, 7600, Western Cape
  • Usave
    110 Bird Street, Stellenbosch, 7600, Western Cape
  • Pick n Pay
    Bird Street, Stellenbosch, 7600, Western Cape
  • Checkers
    Stellenbosch, 7600, Western Cape
Nearby category Shopping malls Top 1 nearby match around Stellenbosch
1
Destination brief

Travelling to Stellenbosch

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

Signature Wine and culture town
Standout Historic streets and the Cape Winelands
Best for Who this destination suits
Wine-country escape Food weekend Cape Winelands base Day trip from Cape Town
Arrival What to expect on arrival
Routes into Stellenbosch can change quickly around estates, the university area and the historic centre, so the exact estate, guesthouse or town address matters.
Regional base Good base for nearby trips
Use Stellenbosch as a Cape Winelands base for estates, restaurants, art stops and easy onward drives to Franschhoek, Paarl and the Helderberg side.
Destination facts Quick reference details
Official Stellenbosch tourism describes it as a wine, food, art and cultural destination
Second-oldest town in South Africa
The Stellenbosch Wine Route is the oldest in the country
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Questions 9
How far is Senekal from Stellenbosch? +
Senekal is about 1,150.0 km from Stellenbosch by road.
How long does it take from Senekal to Stellenbosch? +
The drive usually takes about 12 hrs 40 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from Senekal to Stellenbosch in one day? +
It is possible, but for many travellers this is better treated as a very long same-day trip or an overnight trip.
Is taxi available from Senekal to Stellenbosch? +
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 Senekal to Stellenbosch? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R1,925.05 (R23.25 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R1,934.16 (R23.36 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R2,144.46 (R25.90 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R2,161.85 (R26.11 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from Senekal to Stellenbosch? +
Yes. There are 5 tollgates currently matched for this route.
What is the route verdict for this trip? +
Very long trip: This is a demanding long-distance route. Treat it as a serious travel day and consider an overnight stop.
Is there a long-trip warning on this route? +
This is a long trip. Plan rest stops, avoid driving tired, and be careful with late-night travel.
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. National roads appear in this route, so watch for toll signs and busier sections.
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Towns along the route

: Bloemfontein
From Senekal To Stellenbosch
: Cape Town
From Senekal To Stellenbosch
: Wellington
From Senekal To Stellenbosch
Klapmuts
From Senekal To Stellenbosch
Bosman
From Senekal To Stellenbosch
Hofmeyer
From Senekal To Stellenbosch

Route Locations

Start area
Senekal
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available
Destination area
Stellenbosch
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 George Similar distance
About 372.4 km Difference: 777.5 km
Johannesburg to Polokwane Similar distance
About 293.1 km Difference: 856.9 km
Pretoria to Nelspruit Similar distance
About 276.4 km Difference: 873.6 km
Gqeberha to East London Similar distance
About 238.6 km Difference: 911.4 km
Bloemfontein to Kimberley Similar distance
About 142.8 km Difference: 1,007.1 km

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