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Distance from Simon Mazorodze to Kimberley

Simon Mazorodze to Kimberley is a full long-distance road trip, covering about 1,574.9 km in roughly 17 hrs 30 min.

N Simon Mazorodze → Kimberley
Road distance
1,574.9 km
978.6 mi • 850.2 nmi
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
1,356.1 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
1.16×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
37
Info Travel board
Travel time
17 hrs 30 min
Return: 35 hrs 0 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
17 hrs 30 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
90.0 km/h
Stop-adjusted ETA 8 planned rest stops
19 hrs 30 min
Fuel Service sign
Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R2,636.42
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R2,648.90
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R2,936.92
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R2,960.73
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R3,478.62
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R3,495.07
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R3,875.10
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R3,906.52
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R4,577.13
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R4,598.78
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R5,098.82
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R5,140.16
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Fastest drive Direct drive estimate
17 hrs 30 min
Comfort drive Allows a short stop
17 hrs 45 min
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Route class Operational trip category
Local shared
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1,574.9 km 17 hrs 30 min
Start Simon Mazorodze
Finish Kimberley
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  1. Head on Simon Mazorodze
    123.3 km
  2. At the roundabout, take the 3rd exit
    0.2 km
  3. Continue
    2.5 km
  4. At the roundabout, take the 3rd exit
    0.1 km
  5. Continue
    145.9 km
  6. Continue straight onto Josiah Tongogara Road
    4.2 km
  7. Turn right onto Robert Mugabe Way
    0.9 km
  8. Continue straight onto Harare-Beitbridge Highway
    1.2 km
  9. At the roundabout, take the 2nd exit onto Harare-Beitbridge Highway
    0.1 km
  10. Continue onto Harare-Beitbridge Highway
    280.5 km
  11. At the roundabout, take the 1st exit onto Harare-Beitbridge Highway
    0.0 km
  12. Continue onto Harare-Beitbridge Highway
    4.1 km
  13. At the roundabout, take the 3rd exit onto Harare-Beitbridge Highway
    0.1 km
  14. Continue onto Harare-Beitbridge Highway
    0.9 km
  15. At the roundabout, take the 2nd exit onto Harare-Beitbridge Highway
    0.1 km
  16. Continue onto Harare-Beitbridge Highway
    0.3 km
  17. Continue straight
    105.0 km
  18. At the roundabout, take the 2nd exit
    0.0 km
  19. Continue
    5.0 km
  20. At the roundabout, take the 2nd exit
    0.1 km
  21. Continue
    383.2 km
  22. Take the exit ramp slight left towards N1: Johannesburg
    1.6 km
  23. Merge slight right onto Ben Schoeman Highway
    18.9 km
  24. Continue straight
    28.2 km
  25. Keep slight right at the fork
    0.8 km
  26. Take the exit ramp slight left towards N12: Soweto
    1.4 km
  27. Merge slight right onto Southern Bypass
    6.1 km
  28. Keep slight left at the fork
    13.3 km
  29. Continue straight
    18.1 km
  30. Continue straight
    70.0 km
  31. Turn right onto James Moroka Avenue
    1.8 km
  32. Turn left onto Beyers Naude Avenue
    0.4 km
  33. Turn right onto Nelson Mandela Drive
    56.3 km
  34. At the roundabout, take the 2nd exit
    0.0 km
  35. Continue
    300.3 km
  36. Turn left onto De Beers Road
    0.1 km
  37. You have arrived at your destination
    0.0 km
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Tolls on this route

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Tolls found 39
Known total R1,202.00
Main toll road N1
This route includes 39 toll points from our database. The strongest toll-road match is N1. 6 Gauteng open-road / gantry toll points are shown as R0.00 because GFIP e-toll charging ended from 12 April 2024.
Carousel
Road: Road not linked yet
R75.00
e-Toll Sunbird
Road: Road not linked yet
R0.00
Unnamed e-Toll gantry near -26.263, 27.976
Road: GFIP / Gauteng e-Toll network
R0.00
e-Toll Pikoko
Road: Road not linked yet
R0.00
Unnamed e-Toll gantry near -26.268, 27.950
Road: GFIP / Gauteng e-Toll network
R0.00
e-Toll Gantry TG001
Road: GFIP / Gauteng e-Toll network
R0.00
Kranskop
Road: Road not linked yet
R61.50
Pumulani
Road: Road not linked yet
R16.50
Kranskop
Road: Road not linked yet
R61.50
Kranskop
Road: Road not linked yet
R61.50
Kranskop
Road: Road not linked yet
R61.50
Pumulani
Road: Road not linked yet
R16.50
Zambesi
Road: Road not linked yet
R15.00
Zambesi
Road: Road not linked yet
R15.00
Unnamed e-Toll gantry near -25.819, 28.254
Road: GFIP / Gauteng e-Toll network
R0.00
e-Toll Ivusi
Road: Road not linked yet
R0.00
Nyl
Road: Road not linked yet
R79.50
Nyl
Road: Road not linked yet
R79.50
Nyl
Road: Road not linked yet
R79.50
Nyl
Road: Road not linked yet
R79.50
Carousel
Road: Road not linked yet
R75.00
Maubane
Road: Road not linked yet
R33.00
Carousel
Road: Road not linked yet
R75.00
Maubane
Road: Road not linked yet
R33.00
Wallmansthal
Road: Road not linked yet
R7.50
Wallmansthal
Road: Road not linked yet
R7.50
Murrayhill
Road: Road not linked yet
R0.00
Stormvoël
Road: Road not linked yet
R12.50
Unnamed e-Toll gantry near -25.848, 28.229
Road: GFIP / Gauteng e-Toll network
R0.00
Stormvoël
Road: Road not linked yet
R12.50
e-Toll Ihobe
Road: Road not linked yet
R0.00
Murrayhill
Road: Road not linked yet
R0.00
Capricorn
Road: Road not linked yet
R63.50
Baobab Toll Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R61.50
Unnamed e-Toll gantry near -25.939, 28.140
Road: GFIP / Gauteng e-Toll network
R0.00
Sebetiela
Road: Road not linked yet
R24.50
Sebetiela
Road: Road not linked yet
R24.50
Hammanskraal
Road: Road not linked yet
R35.00
Hammanskraal
Road: Road not linked yet
R35.00
Stop Stopover sign
Halfway point
789.0 km
Mid-route position Road corridor partition
50 / 50
Time partition Start / finish split
8 hrs 45 min • 8 hrs 45 min
Waypoint reference Nearest route marker
Mid-route reference
Loc Route geography
Route geography
Simon Mazorodze → Kimberley
Start and destination context
Start area Origin
Simon Mazorodze, Harare Province
Destination area Arrival
Kimberley
Road span Street reference
— • —
Post Postal reference
Postal reference
— • —
Simon Mazorodze → Kimberley
Simon Mazorodze Origin postcode
Not available
Kimberley Destination postcode
Not available
Province span Route area
South Africa
Set Nearby route set
Nearby route set
Johannesburg to Polokwane
3 other similar routes
Johannesburg to Polokwane Similar distance
1,281.9 km
Pretoria to Nelspruit Similar distance
1,298.5 km
Cape Town to George Similar distance
1,202.5 km
Rev Related route set
Related route set
Kimberley → Simon Mazorodze
Simon Mazorodze ↔ Kimberley
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Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

ZA-ATLAS
Origin Simon Mazorodze -17.95165, 30.97763
Midpoint
789.0 km
Total: 1,574.9 km
Midpoint 789.0 km
1,574.9 km 17 hrs 30 min
Destination Kimberley -28.73830, 24.76423

Route sheet

Route class Resolved South Africa route
Province span South Africa
One-way road span 1,574.9 km
Return-cycle span 3,149.8 km
Traversal time 17 hrs 30 min
Maneuver count 37
Maneuver density 2.3 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 789.0 km

Coordinate frame

Start -17.95165, 30.97763
Midpoint -23.94477, 29.43996
End -28.73830, 24.76423
Destination services

Available in Kimberley

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Service groups 4
Schools Banks Fuel stations and garages Supermarkets
Nearby category Schools Top 6 nearby matches around Kimberley
6
Nearby category Banks Top 6 nearby matches around Kimberley
6
Nearby category Fuel stations and garages Top 4 nearby matches around Kimberley
4
Nearby category Supermarkets Top 6 nearby matches around Kimberley
6
Destination brief

Travelling to Kimberley

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

Signature Northern Cape capital city
Standout Historic capital with diamond-era identity
Best for Who this destination suits
Heritage trip Provincial capital stay Business travel Northern Cape base
Arrival What to expect on arrival
Museum-side, CBD and modern hotel-area arrivals can feel different, so exact routing matters more than a broad city label suggests.
Regional base Good base for nearby trips
Use Kimberley as a Northern Cape base for heritage travel, business stays and wider provincial movement.
Destination facts Quick reference details
Kimberley is the capital of the Northern Cape
Northern Cape tourism and city tourism portals use Kimberley as a central visitor base
The city combines capital-city function with strong heritage interest
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Route FAQ

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Questions 9
How far is Simon Mazorodze from Kimberley? +
Simon Mazorodze is about 1,574.9 km from Kimberley by road.
How long does it take from Simon Mazorodze to Kimberley? +
The drive usually takes about 17 hrs 30 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from Simon Mazorodze to Kimberley 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 Simon Mazorodze to Kimberley? +
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 Simon Mazorodze to Kimberley? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R2,636.42 (R23.25 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R2,648.90 (R23.36 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R2,936.92 (R25.90 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R2,960.73 (R26.11 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from Simon Mazorodze to Kimberley? +
Yes. There are 39 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

Robert Mugabe Way
From Simon Mazorodze To Kimberley
: Johannesburg
From Simon Mazorodze To Kimberley
: Soweto
From Simon Mazorodze To Kimberley
Bloemfontein
From Simon Mazorodze To Kimberley
ern Bypass
From Simon Mazorodze To Kimberley

Route Locations

Start area
Simon Mazorodze, Harare Province
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available
Destination area
Kimberley
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 Polokwane Similar distance
About 293.1 km Difference: 1,281.9 km
Pretoria to Nelspruit Similar distance
About 276.4 km Difference: 1,298.5 km
Cape Town to George Similar distance
About 372.4 km Difference: 1,202.5 km
Rustenburg to Mahikeng Similar distance
About 161.5 km Difference: 1,413.4 km
Mbombela to Middelburg Similar distance
About 154.5 km Difference: 1,420.4 km

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