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Distance from St Helena Suburb to Johannesburg

St Helena Suburb to Johannesburg is a full long-distance road trip, covering about 1,166.7 km in roughly 12 hrs 40 min.

N St Helena Suburb → Johannesburg
Road distance
1,166.7 km
724.9 mi • 629.8 nmi
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
1,019.5 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
1.14×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
19
Info Travel board
Travel time
12 hrs 40 min
Return: 25 hrs 21 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
12 hrs 40 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
92.0 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
R1,952.98
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R1,962.22
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R2,175.58
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R2,193.22
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R2,576.85
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R2,589.04
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R2,870.55
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R2,893.83
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R3,390.59
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R3,406.63
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R3,777.04
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R3,807.67
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Wx Destination weather
Today's outlook for Johannesburg
21.3°C
Overcast
Feels like Perceived temperature
20.9°C
Day range High / low
H 22° • L 14°
Rain chance Today's probability
18%
Wind 10m wind speed
11 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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1,166.7 km 12 hrs 40 min
Start St Helena Suburb
Finish Johannesburg
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Start point
Destination
Driving route
Navigation sign

Turn-by-turn directions

↑
  1. Head on Saint Helena Road
    0.1 km
  2. Turn right onto Voortrekker Street
    53.3 km
  3. Continue straight
    171.5 km
  4. Continue right towards N1
    7.8 km
  5. At the roundabout, take the 3rd exit onto Donkin Street
    0.1 km
  6. Continue onto Donkin Street
    2.0 km
  7. Continue straight
    917.4 km
  8. Keep slight left at the fork onto Southern Bypass
    3.2 km
  9. Take the exit ramp slight left towards M1: Johannesburg
    0.7 km
  10. Continue straight
    6.9 km
  11. Take the exit ramp slight right towards M2: Stad
    0.5 km
  12. Merge slight right
    0.8 km
  13. Take the exit ramp slight left towards M9: Rissikstraat
    0.6 km
  14. Continue straight
    0.2 km
  15. Continue straight onto Rissik Street
    0.5 km
  16. Turn right onto Albertina Sisulu Road
    0.8 km
  17. Turn right onto Polly Street
    0.1 km
  18. Turn right onto Commissioner Street
    0.1 km
  19. You have arrived at your destination
    0.0 km
Navigation sign

Tolls on this route

R
Tolls found 11
Known total R426.50
Main toll road N1
This route includes 11 toll points from our database. The strongest toll-road match is N1. 2 Gauteng open-road / gantry toll points are shown as R0.00 because GFIP e-toll charging ended from 12 April 2024.
Vaal
Road: Road not linked yet
R91.50
Vaal
Road: Road not linked yet
R91.50
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
Verkeerdevlei
Road: Road not linked yet
R78.50
Grasmere
Road: Road not linked yet
R27.50
Grasmere
Road: Road not linked yet
R27.50
Grasmere
Road: Road not linked yet
R27.50
Grasmere
Road: Road not linked yet
R27.50
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
Stop Stopover sign
Halfway point
583.9 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
St Helena Suburb → Johannesburg
Start and destination context
Start area Origin
St Helena Suburb
Destination area Arrival
Johannesburg
Road span Street reference
— • —
Post Postal reference
Postal reference
— • —
St Helena Suburb → Johannesburg
St Helena Suburb Origin postcode
Not available
Johannesburg 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
794.2 km
Johannesburg to Polokwane Similar distance
873.6 km
Pretoria to Nelspruit Similar distance
890.2 km
Rev Related route set
Related route set
Johannesburg → St Helena Suburb
St Helena Suburb ↔ Johannesburg
Route atlas

Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

ZA-ATLAS
Origin St Helena Suburb -33.53081, 21.68264
Midpoint
583.9 km
Total: 1,166.7 km
Midpoint 583.9 km
1,166.7 km 12 hrs 40 min
Destination Johannesburg -26.20500, 28.04972

Route sheet

Route class Resolved South Africa route
Province span South Africa
One-way road span 1,166.7 km
Return-cycle span 2,333.3 km
Traversal time 12 hrs 40 min
Maneuver count 19
Maneuver density 1.6 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 583.9 km

Coordinate frame

Start -33.53081, 21.68264
Midpoint -30.57867, 25.43515
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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Route FAQ

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Questions 9
How far is St Helena Suburb from Johannesburg? +
St Helena Suburb is about 1,166.7 km from Johannesburg by road.
How long does it take from St Helena Suburb to Johannesburg? +
The drive usually takes about 12 hrs 40 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from St Helena Suburb to Johannesburg 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 St Helena Suburb 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 St Helena Suburb to Johannesburg? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R1,952.98 (R23.25 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R1,962.22 (R23.36 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R2,175.58 (R25.90 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R2,193.22 (R26.11 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from St Helena Suburb to Johannesburg? +
Yes. There are 11 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

: Beaufort
From St Helena Suburb To Johannesburg
: Johannesburg
From St Helena Suburb To Johannesburg
ern Bypass
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: Stad
From St Helena Suburb To Johannesburg
Selby
From St Helena Suburb To Johannesburg
: Rissikstraat
From St Helena Suburb To Johannesburg

Route Locations

Start area
St Helena Suburb
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

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Johannesburg to Polokwane Similar distance
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