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Distance from Standard Bank Pretoria to Polokwane

Standard Bank Pretoria to Polokwane is a solid inter-town journey, covering about 265.6 km in roughly 2 hrs 54 min.

N Standard Bank Pretoria → Polokwane
Road distance
265.6 km
165.0 mi • 143.4 nmi
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
245.7 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
1.08×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
18
Info Travel board
Travel time
2 hrs 54 min
Return: 5 hrs 48 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
2 hrs 54 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
91.5 km/h
Stop-adjusted ETA 1 planned rest stop
3 hrs 9 min
Fuel Service sign
Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R444.59
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R446.69
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R495.26
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R499.28
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R586.61
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R589.39
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R653.47
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R658.77
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R771.86
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R775.51
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R859.83
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R866.80
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Fastest drive Direct drive estimate
2 hrs 54 min
Comfort drive Allows a short stop
3 hrs 9 min
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Route class Operational trip category
Local shared
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265.6 km 2 hrs 54 min
Start Standard Bank Pretoria
Finish Polokwane
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  2. Turn left
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  3. Turn right
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  4. Turn right
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  5. Turn left onto Barnard Street
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  6. Turn left onto Delmas Road
    0.6 km
  7. Continue straight onto Rigel Avenue South
    1.6 km
  8. Take the ramp slight right towards N1: Polokwane
    0.5 km
  9. Merge slight right
    150.7 km
  10. Keep slight right at the fork
    104.7 km
  11. Take the exit ramp slight left
    2.0 km
  12. Go straight
    2.7 km
  13. At the roundabout, take the 2nd exit onto Grobler Street
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  14. Continue onto Grobler Street
    0.3 km
  15. Keep slight left at the fork onto Grobler Street
    0.1 km
  16. Go straight onto Grobler Street
    1.8 km
  17. Turn left onto Compensatie Street
    0.2 km
  18. You have arrived at your destination
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Tolls on this route

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Tolls found 27
Known total R1,007.00
Main toll road N1
This route includes 27 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.
Nyl
Road: Road not linked yet
R79.50
Carousel
Road: Road not linked yet
R75.00
e-Toll Gantry TG001
Road: GFIP / Gauteng e-Toll network
R0.00
Kranskop
Road: Road not linked yet
R61.50
Nyl
Road: Road not linked yet
R79.50
Kranskop
Road: Road not linked yet
R61.50
Nyl
Road: Road not linked yet
R79.50
Kranskop
Road: Road not linked yet
R61.50
Nyl
Road: Road not linked yet
R79.50
Kranskop
Road: Road not linked yet
R61.50
Carousel
Road: Road not linked yet
R75.00
Pumulani
Road: Road not linked yet
R16.50
Zambesi
Road: Road not linked yet
R15.00
Pumulani
Road: Road not linked yet
R16.50
Zambesi
Road: Road not linked yet
R15.00
Carousel
Road: Road not linked yet
R75.00
Stormvoël
Road: Road not linked yet
R12.50
Stormvoël
Road: Road not linked yet
R12.50
Sebetiela
Road: Road not linked yet
R24.50
Sebetiela
Road: Road not linked yet
R24.50
Murrayhill
Road: Road not linked yet
R0.00
Maubane
Road: Road not linked yet
R33.00
Murrayhill
Road: Road not linked yet
R0.00
Wallmansthal
Road: Road not linked yet
R7.50
Wallmansthal
Road: Road not linked yet
R7.50
Maubane
Road: Road not linked yet
R33.00
Unnamed e-Toll gantry near -25.819, 28.254
Road: GFIP / Gauteng e-Toll network
R0.00
Stop Stopover sign
Halfway point
133.1 km
Mid-route position Road corridor partition
50 / 50
Time partition Start / finish split
1 hr 27 min • 1 hr 27 min
Waypoint reference Nearest route marker
Mid-route reference
Loc Route geography
Route geography
Standard Bank Pretoria → Polokwane
Start and destination context
Start area Origin
Standard Bank Pretoria, Gauteng
Destination area Arrival
Polokwane
Road span Street reference
— • —
Post Postal reference
Postal reference
— • —
Standard Bank Pretoria → Polokwane
Standard Bank Pretoria Origin postcode
Not available
Polokwane Destination postcode
Not available
Province span Route area
South Africa
Set Nearby route set
Nearby route set
Pretoria to Nelspruit
3 other similar routes
Pretoria to Nelspruit Overlapping province
10.8 km
Johannesburg to Polokwane Overlapping province
27.5 km
Rustenburg to Mahikeng Similar distance
104.1 km
Rev Related route set
Related route set
Polokwane → Standard Bank Pretoria
Standard Bank Pretoria ↔ Polokwane
Route atlas

Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

ZA-ATLAS
Origin Standard Bank Pretoria -25.82745, 28.25917
Midpoint
133.1 km
Total: 265.6 km
Midpoint 133.1 km
265.6 km 2 hrs 54 min
Destination Polokwane -23.90583, 29.46139

Route sheet

Route class Resolved South Africa route
Province span South Africa
One-way road span 265.6 km
Return-cycle span 531.2 km
Traversal time 2 hrs 54 min
Maneuver count 18
Maneuver density 6.8 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 133.1 km

Coordinate frame

Start -25.82745, 28.25917
Midpoint -24.71304, 28.53356
End -23.90583, 29.46139
Destination services

Available in Polokwane

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

Service groups 6
Schools Clothing stores Banks Fuel stations and garages Supermarkets Shopping malls
Nearby category Schools Top 6 nearby matches around Polokwane
6
Nearby category Clothing stores Top 6 nearby matches around Polokwane
6
Nearby category Banks Top 6 nearby matches around Polokwane
6
Nearby category Fuel stations and garages Top 3 nearby matches around Polokwane
3
Nearby category Supermarkets Top 6 nearby matches around Polokwane
6
Nearby category Shopping malls Top 4 nearby matches around Polokwane
4
Destination brief

Travelling to Polokwane

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

Signature Limpopo capital hub
Standout Provincial capital with northern-route value
Best for Who this destination suits
Business trip Limpopo base Overnight stop Provincial capital stay
Arrival What to expect on arrival
Airport-side, central-city and N1-adjacent arrivals each create different practical trips, so the exact stop should be named clearly.
Regional base Good base for nearby trips
Use Polokwane as a Limpopo base for provincial business, city services and longer northbound or bushveld-connected road trips.
Destination facts Quick reference details
Polokwane Tourism positions the city as a vibrant capital with attractions and activities
The municipality provides tourism guides and visitor material
The city plays a major service-hub role for Limpopo travel
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Questions 9
How far is Standard Bank Pretoria from Polokwane? +
Standard Bank Pretoria is about 265.6 km from Polokwane by road.
How long does it take from Standard Bank Pretoria to Polokwane? +
The drive usually takes about 2 hrs 54 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from Standard Bank Pretoria to Polokwane in one day? +
Yes, for many drivers this can be done in one day.
Is taxi available from Standard Bank Pretoria to Polokwane? +
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 Standard Bank Pretoria to Polokwane? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R444.59 (R23.25 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R446.69 (R23.36 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R495.26 (R25.90 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R499.28 (R26.11 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from Standard Bank Pretoria to Polokwane? +
Yes. There are 27 tollgates currently matched for this route.
What is the route verdict for this trip? +
Long same-day trip: This can work in one day, but a rest stop and early departure are recommended.
Is there a long-trip warning on this route? +
This is a medium-to-long route. A fuel or refreshment stop is a good idea.
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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From Standard Bank Pretoria To Polokwane

Route Locations

Start area
Standard Bank Pretoria, Gauteng
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available
Destination area
Polokwane
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.

Pretoria to Nelspruit Overlapping province
About 276.4 km Difference: 10.8 km
Johannesburg to Polokwane Overlapping province
About 293.1 km Difference: 27.5 km
Rustenburg to Mahikeng Similar distance
About 161.5 km Difference: 104.1 km
Mbombela to Middelburg Similar distance
About 154.5 km Difference: 111.1 km
Pretoria to Rustenburg Overlapping province
About 99.3 km Difference: 166.3 km

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