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Distance from Smithfield to Johannesburg

Smithfield to Johannesburg is a full long-distance road trip, covering about 533.4 km in roughly 5 hrs 42 min.

N Smithfield → Johannesburg
Road distance
533.4 km
331.4 mi • 287.9 nmi
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
470.3 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
1.13×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
18
Info Travel board
Travel time
5 hrs 42 min
Return: 11 hrs 25 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
5 hrs 42 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
93.4 km/h
Stop-adjusted ETA 2 planned rest stops
6 hrs 12 min
Fuel Service sign
Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R892.84
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R897.07
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R994.61
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R1,002.67
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R1,178.06
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R1,183.63
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R1,312.33
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R1,322.97
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R1,550.08
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R1,557.41
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R1,726.75
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R1,740.75
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Wx Destination weather
Today's outlook for Johannesburg
14.9°C
Overcast
Feels like Perceived temperature
15.0°C
Day range High / low
H 22° • L 15°
Rain chance Today's probability
48%
Wind 10m wind speed
8 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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533.4 km 5 hrs 42 min
Start Smithfield
Finish Johannesburg
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Destination
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Navigation sign

Turn-by-turn directions

↑
  1. Head on Brand Street
    0.5 km
  2. Turn left onto Rascher Street
    0.3 km
  3. Continue right onto Rascher Street
    122.0 km
  4. Turn left
    2.6 km
  5. Take the exit ramp right towards Kroonstad
    0.5 km
  6. Merge slight right onto Western Bypass
    393.0 km
  7. Keep slight left at the fork onto Southern Bypass
    3.2 km
  8. Take the exit ramp slight left towards M1: Johannesburg
    0.7 km
  9. Continue straight
    6.9 km
  10. Take the exit ramp slight right towards M2: Stad
    0.5 km
  11. Merge slight right
    0.8 km
  12. Take the exit ramp slight left towards M9: Rissikstraat
    0.6 km
  13. Continue straight
    0.2 km
  14. Continue straight onto Rissik Street
    0.5 km
  15. Turn right onto Albertina Sisulu Road
    0.8 km
  16. Turn right onto Polly Street
    0.1 km
  17. Turn right onto Commissioner Street
    0.1 km
  18. You have arrived at your destination
    0.0 km
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Tolls on this route

R
Tolls found 11
Known total R426.50
Main toll road Not found
This route includes 11 toll points from our database. 2 Gauteng open-road / gantry toll points are shown as R0.00 because GFIP e-toll charging ended from 12 April 2024.
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
Unnamed e-Toll gantry near -26.268, 27.950
Road: GFIP / Gauteng e-Toll network
R0.00
Vaal
Road: Road not linked yet
R91.50
Vaal
Road: Road not linked yet
R91.50
Verkeerdevlei
Road: Road not linked yet
R78.50
Grasmere
Road: Road not linked yet
R27.50
Unnamed e-Toll gantry near -26.263, 27.976
Road: GFIP / Gauteng e-Toll network
R0.00
Grasmere
Road: Road not linked yet
R27.50
Stop Stopover sign
Halfway point
267.2 km
Mid-route position Road corridor partition
50 / 50
Time partition Start / finish split
2 hrs 51 min • 2 hrs 51 min
Waypoint reference Nearest route marker
Mid-route reference
Loc Route geography
Route geography
Smithfield → Johannesburg
Start and destination context
Start area Origin
Smithfield
Destination area Arrival
Johannesburg
Road span Street reference
— • —
Post Postal reference
Postal reference
— • —
Smithfield → Johannesburg
Smithfield Origin postcode
Not available
Johannesburg 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
240.3 km
Cape Town to George Similar distance
160.9 km
Pretoria to Nelspruit Similar distance
256.9 km
Rev Related route set
Related route set
Johannesburg → Smithfield
Smithfield ↔ Johannesburg
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Route atlas

Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

ZA-ATLAS
Origin Smithfield -30.21722, 26.53028
Midpoint
267.2 km
Total: 533.4 km
Midpoint 267.2 km
533.4 km 5 hrs 42 min
Destination Johannesburg -26.20500, 28.04972

Route sheet

Route class Resolved South Africa route
Province span South Africa
One-way road span 533.4 km
Return-cycle span 1,066.7 km
Traversal time 5 hrs 42 min
Maneuver count 18
Maneuver density 3.4 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 267.2 km

Coordinate frame

Start -30.21722, 26.53028
Midpoint -28.33920, 27.06596
End -26.20500, 28.04972
Destination services

Available in Johannesburg

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

Service groups 8
Schools Clothing stores Banks Fuel stations and garages Taxi ranks Supermarkets
Nearby category Schools Top 6 nearby matches around Johannesburg
6
Nearby category Clothing stores Top 6 nearby matches around Johannesburg
6
  • Jam Clothing
    57 Von Weilligh Street
  • Footgear
    86 Eloff Street, Johannesburg, 2001
  • Mr Price
    Kerk Street, Johannesburg, 2001
  • Markham
    85 Eloff Street, Johannesburg, 2001
  • Spitz
    85 Eloff Street, Johannesburg, 2001
  • Rage
    85 Eloff Street, Johannesburg, 2001
Nearby category Banks Top 6 nearby matches around Johannesburg
6
Nearby category Fuel stations and garages Top 6 nearby matches around Johannesburg
6
Nearby category Taxi ranks Top 5 nearby matches around Johannesburg
5
Nearby category Supermarkets Top 6 nearby matches around Johannesburg
6
  • Usave
    156 Albertina Sisulu Road, Johannesburg, 2001, Gauteng
  • Spar
    Johannesburg
  • Quickshop
    Johannesburg
  • Game
    Rissik Street, Johannesburg, 2001
  • Boxer
    Noord Street, Johannesburg, 2001, Gauteng
  • Shoprite
    120 End Street, Johannesburg, 2094, Gauteng
Nearby category Pharmacies Top 1 nearby match around Johannesburg
1
Nearby category Shopping malls Top 6 nearby matches around Johannesburg
6
Destination brief

Travelling to Johannesburg

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

Signature Business and urban culture hub
Standout District-based city of work, nightlife and culture
Johannesburg works best when treated as a district-based city rather than one central point, with business travel, dining, nightlife and urban culture distributed across very different areas.
Best for Who this destination suits
Business trip City break Food and nightlife Events travel
Arrival What to expect on arrival
Sandton, Rosebank, Melrose, the inner city and the airport corridor all create different route patterns. The final district matters.
Regional base Good base for nearby trips
Destination facts Quick reference details
Joburg Tourism positions the city strongly around tourism investment and long-term value
The city is best treated as a set of districts rather than one centre
Business-led travel remains a major part of Johannesburg demand
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Questions 9
How far is Smithfield from Johannesburg? +
Smithfield is about 533.4 km from Johannesburg by road.
How long does it take from Smithfield to Johannesburg? +
The drive usually takes about 5 hrs 42 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from Smithfield to Johannesburg in one day? +
Yes, for many drivers this can be done in one day.
Is taxi available from Smithfield to Johannesburg? +
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 Smithfield to Johannesburg? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R892.84 (R23.25 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R897.07 (R23.36 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R994.61 (R25.90 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R1,002.67 (R26.11 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from Smithfield to Johannesburg? +
Yes. There are 11 tollgates currently matched for this route.
What is the route verdict for this trip? +
Heavy long-distance trip: This is a serious road trip. Start early, plan rest stops, and consider whether an overnight stay makes more sense.
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. 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

Kroonstad
From Smithfield To Johannesburg
Western Bypass
From Smithfield To Johannesburg
ern Bypass
From Smithfield To Johannesburg
: Johannesburg
From Smithfield To Johannesburg
: Stad
From Smithfield To Johannesburg
Selby
From Smithfield To Johannesburg
: Rissikstraat
From Smithfield To Johannesburg

Route Locations

Start area
Smithfield
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available
Destination area
Johannesburg
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: 240.3 km
Cape Town to George Similar distance
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Pretoria to Nelspruit Similar distance
About 276.4 km Difference: 256.9 km
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