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Distance from Shell Lenasia 1827 Gauteng to Cape Town

Shell Lenasia 1827 Gauteng to Cape Town is a full long-distance road trip, covering about 1,380.4 km in roughly 15 hrs 3 min.

N Shell Lenasia 1827 Gauteng → Cape Town
Road distance
1,380.4 km
857.7 mi • 745.2 nmi
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
1,239.6 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
1.11×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
20
Info Travel board
Travel time
15 hrs 3 min
Return: 30 hrs 6 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
15 hrs 3 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
91.7 km/h
Stop-adjusted ETA 7 planned rest stops
16 hrs 48 min
Fuel Service sign
Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R2,310.72
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R2,321.66
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R2,574.10
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R2,594.97
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R3,048.87
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R3,063.30
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R3,396.38
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R3,423.92
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R4,011.67
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R4,030.65
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R4,468.92
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R4,505.15
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Wx Destination weather
Today's outlook for Cape Town
15.2°C
Overcast
Feels like Perceived temperature
11.4°C
Day range High / low
H 17° • L 15°
Rain chance Today's probability
100%
Wind 10m wind speed
33 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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1,380.4 km 15 hrs 3 min
Start Shell Lenasia 1827 Gauteng
Finish Cape Town
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  1. Start your journey
    0.0 km
  2. Turn left onto Rose Avenue
    0.1 km
  3. Turn right onto Nirvana Drive
    5.9 km
  4. Turn right onto Golden Highway
    8.1 km
  5. Turn left
    1.1 km
  6. Turn right towards N1
    0.7 km
  7. Merge slight right
    900.0 km
  8. At the roundabout, take the 3rd exit onto Donkin Street
    0.1 km
  9. Continue onto Donkin Street
    388.0 km
  10. Continue straight
    73.3 km
  11. Take the exit ramp slight left towards M60: Cape Town
    0.5 km
  12. Keep slight left at the fork towards M60: Zonnebloem
    0.1 km
  13. Turn slight left onto Christiaan Barnard Street
    0.9 km
  14. Turn right onto Sir Lowry Road
    0.3 km
  15. Continue slight right onto Darling Street
    0.1 km
  16. Turn left onto Buitenkant Street
    0.6 km
  17. Turn right onto Roeland Street
    0.3 km
  18. At the end of the road, turn left onto Saint Johns Road
    0.2 km
  19. Turn right onto Gallery Lane
    0.1 km
  20. You have arrived at your destination
    0.0 km
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Tolls on this route

R
Tolls found 14
Known total R590.00
Main toll road N1
This route includes 14 toll points from our database. The strongest toll-road match is N1.
Vaal
Road: Road not linked yet
R91.50
Huguenot
Road: Road not linked yet
R54.50
Unnamed toll booth near Huguenot
Road: Near Huguenot / N1 corridor
R0.00
Huguenot
Road: Road not linked yet
R54.50
Vaal
Road: Road not linked yet
R91.50
Huguenot
Road: Road not linked yet
R54.50
Verkeerdevlei
Road: Road not linked yet
R78.50
Grasmere
Road: Road not linked yet
R27.50
Grasmere
Road: Road not linked yet
R27.50
Unnamed toll booth near -26.327, 27.866
Road: Road not linked yet
R0.00
Grasmere
Road: Road not linked yet
R27.50
Grasmere
Road: Road not linked yet
R27.50
Grasmere
Road: Road not linked yet
R27.50
Grasmere
Road: Road not linked yet
R27.50
Stop Stopover sign
Halfway point
690.5 km
Mid-route position Road corridor partition
50 / 50
Time partition Start / finish split
7 hrs 31 min • 7 hrs 31 min
Waypoint reference Nearest route marker
Mid-route reference
Loc Route geography
Route geography
Shell Lenasia 1827 Gauteng → Cape Town
Start and destination context
Start area Origin
Shell Lenasia 1827 Gauteng, Gauteng
Destination area Arrival
Cape Town
Road span Street reference
— • —
Post Postal reference
Postal reference
— • —
Shell Lenasia 1827 Gauteng → Cape Town
Shell Lenasia 1827 Gauteng Origin postcode
Not available
Cape Town 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
1,007.9 km
Johannesburg to Polokwane Overlapping province
1,087.3 km
Pretoria to Nelspruit Overlapping province
1,104.0 km
Rev Related route set
Related route set
Cape Town → Shell Lenasia 1827 Gauteng
Shell Lenasia 1827 Gauteng ↔ Cape Town
Route atlas

Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

ZA-ATLAS
Origin Shell Lenasia 1827 Gauteng -26.31559, 27.84836
Midpoint
690.5 km
Total: 1,380.4 km
Midpoint 690.5 km
1,380.4 km 15 hrs 3 min
Destination Cape Town -33.92883, 18.41722

Route sheet

Route class Resolved South Africa route
Province span South Africa
One-way road span 1,380.4 km
Return-cycle span 2,760.7 km
Traversal time 15 hrs 3 min
Maneuver count 20
Maneuver density 1.4 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 690.5 km

Coordinate frame

Start -26.31559, 27.84836
Midpoint -31.14675, 24.34426
End -33.92883, 18.41722
Destination services

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Service groups 7
Schools Clothing stores Banks Fuel stations and garages Supermarkets Pharmacies
Nearby category Schools Top 6 nearby matches around Cape Town
6
Nearby category Clothing stores Top 6 nearby matches around Cape Town
6
Nearby category Banks Top 6 nearby matches around Cape Town
6
Nearby category Fuel stations and garages Top 6 nearby matches around Cape Town
6
  • Shell
    1 Orange Street, Cape Town, 8001, Western Cape
  • Shell Select
    130 Buitenkant Street, Cape Town, 8001, Western Cape
  • Shell
    Cape Town, 8001, Western Cape
  • Shell Select
    8001, Western Cape
  • Shell
    Main Road, Sea Point, Cape Town, 8005, Western Cape
  • Shell Select
    8005, Western Cape
Nearby category Supermarkets Top 6 nearby matches around Cape Town
6
Nearby category Pharmacies Top 2 nearby matches around Cape Town
2
Nearby category Shopping malls Top 6 nearby matches around Cape Town
6
Destination brief

Travelling to Cape Town

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

Signature Mother City
Standout Table Mountain, coast and neighbourhood variety
Cape Town combines mountain, ocean and sharply different neighbourhoods in a way few South African cities can match, which is why the exact district matters almost as much as the city name itself.
Best for Who this destination suits
City break Food and culture Beach trip Conference travel
Arrival What to expect on arrival
A CBD arrival is not the same trip as Camps Bay, Sea Point, Century City, the southern suburbs or the airport side. Choose the exact district before departure.
Local pulse
Cape Town Tourism continues to actively promote current events, deals and trip-planning tools, which makes live city timing relevant to route planning.
Updated: 2026-04-08 · Source: Cape Town Tourism
Regional base Good base for nearby trips
Use Cape Town as a base for urban sightseeing, Atlantic and False Bay coast days, Winelands links and longer Western Cape touring.
Destination facts Quick reference details
Cape Town Tourism offers trip-planning tools for places to stay, eat and see
The city works for both leisure and conference travel
Neighbourhood choice strongly shapes the trip
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Questions 9
How far is Shell Lenasia 1827 Gauteng from Cape Town? +
Shell Lenasia 1827 Gauteng is about 1,380.4 km from Cape Town by road.
How long does it take from Shell Lenasia 1827 Gauteng to Cape Town? +
The drive usually takes about 15 hrs 3 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from Shell Lenasia 1827 Gauteng to Cape Town 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 Shell Lenasia 1827 Gauteng to Cape Town? +
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 Shell Lenasia 1827 Gauteng to Cape Town? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R2,310.72 (R23.25 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R2,321.66 (R23.36 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R2,574.10 (R25.90 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R2,594.97 (R26.11 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from Shell Lenasia 1827 Gauteng to Cape Town? +
Yes. There are 14 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

: Cape Town
From Shell Lenasia 1827 Gauteng To Cape Town
: Zonnebloem
From Shell Lenasia 1827 Gauteng To Cape Town
Gallery Lane
From Shell Lenasia 1827 Gauteng To Cape Town

Route Locations

Start area
Shell Lenasia 1827 Gauteng, Gauteng
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available
Destination area
Cape Town
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: 1,007.9 km
Johannesburg to Polokwane Overlapping province
About 293.1 km Difference: 1,087.3 km
Pretoria to Nelspruit Overlapping province
About 276.4 km Difference: 1,104.0 km
Gqeberha to East London Similar distance
About 238.6 km Difference: 1,141.8 km
Rustenburg to Mahikeng Similar distance
About 161.5 km Difference: 1,218.8 km

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