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Distance from Strandfontein to Cape Town

Strandfontein to Cape Town is a solid inter-town journey, covering about 341.7 km in roughly 4 hrs 34 min.

N Strandfontein → Cape Town
Road distance
341.7 km
212.3 mi • 184.5 nmi
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
242.3 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
1.41×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
24
Info Travel board
Travel time
4 hrs 34 min
Return: 9 hrs 8 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
4 hrs 34 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
74.8 km/h
Stop-adjusted ETA 2 planned rest stops
5 hrs 4 min
Fuel Service sign
Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R572.02
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R574.72
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R637.21
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R642.38
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R754.74
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R758.31
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R840.77
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R847.59
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R993.08
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R997.78
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R1,106.27
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R1,115.24
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Fastest drive Direct drive estimate
4 hrs 34 min
Comfort drive Allows a short stop
4 hrs 49 min
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Route class Operational trip category
Local shared
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341.7 km 4 hrs 34 min
Start Strandfontein
Finish Cape Town
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Turn-by-turn directions

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  1. Start your journey
    0.1 km
  2. Turn sharp right onto Kabeljou Street
    0.2 km
  3. Turn right onto Kreef Way
    0.8 km
  4. Turn right
    19.1 km
  5. Continue straight
    7.8 km
  6. Turn left
    1.5 km
  7. Continue straight
    15.7 km
  8. Turn right
    15.2 km
  9. At the end of the road, turn right
    150.3 km
  10. At the roundabout, take the 2nd exit
    0.0 km
  11. Continue
    117.4 km
  12. Take the exit ramp slight left towards N1: Cape Town
    0.6 km
  13. Keep slight right at the fork towards N1: Cape Town
    0.4 km
  14. Merge slight right
    9.4 km
  15. Take the exit ramp slight left towards M60: Cape Town
    0.5 km
  16. Keep slight left at the fork towards M60: Zonnebloem
    0.1 km
  17. Turn slight left onto Christiaan Barnard Street
    0.9 km
  18. Turn right onto Sir Lowry Road
    0.3 km
  19. Continue slight right onto Darling Street
    0.1 km
  20. Turn left onto Buitenkant Street
    0.6 km
  21. Turn right onto Roeland Street
    0.3 km
  22. At the end of the road, turn left onto Saint Johns Road
    0.2 km
  23. Turn right onto Gallery Lane
    0.1 km
  24. You have arrived at your destination
    0.0 km
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Tolls on this route

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Tolls found 0
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Main toll road N1
We found matching toll-road records for this route, but no tollgate point was close enough to the route line to display as a confirmed route toll.
N1 N1 N1 N1
Stop Stopover sign
Halfway point
171.1 km
Mid-route position Road corridor partition
50 / 50
Time partition Start / finish split
2 hrs 17 min • 2 hrs 17 min
Waypoint reference Nearest route marker
Mid-route reference
Loc Route geography
Route geography
Strandfontein → Cape Town
Start and destination context
Start area Origin
Strandfontein
Destination area Arrival
Cape Town
Road span Street reference
— • —
Post Postal reference
Postal reference
— • —
Strandfontein → Cape Town
Strandfontein 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
30.7 km
Gqeberha to East London Similar distance
103.1 km
Cape Town to Worcester Similar distance
242.1 km
Rev Related route set
Related route set
Cape Town → Strandfontein
Strandfontein ↔ Cape Town
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Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

ZA-ATLAS
Origin Strandfontein -31.75556, 18.22722
Midpoint
171.1 km
Total: 341.7 km
Midpoint 171.1 km
341.7 km 4 hrs 34 min
Destination Cape Town -33.92883, 18.41722

Route sheet

Route class Resolved South Africa route
Province span South Africa
One-way road span 341.7 km
Return-cycle span 683.4 km
Traversal time 4 hrs 34 min
Maneuver count 24
Maneuver density 7.0 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 171.1 km

Coordinate frame

Start -31.75556, 18.22722
Midpoint -32.61440, 18.96473
End -33.92883, 18.41722
Destination services

Available in Cape Town

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

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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Route FAQ

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Questions 9
How far is Strandfontein from Cape Town? +
Strandfontein is about 341.7 km from Cape Town by road.
How long does it take from Strandfontein to Cape Town? +
The drive usually takes about 4 hrs 34 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from Strandfontein to Cape Town in one day? +
Yes, for many drivers this can be done in one day.
Is taxi available from Strandfontein 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 Strandfontein to Cape Town? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R572.02 (R23.25 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R574.72 (R23.36 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R637.21 (R25.90 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R642.38 (R26.11 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from Strandfontein to Cape Town? +
No tollgates are 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 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

Kreef Way
From Strandfontein To Cape Town
: Malmesbury
From Strandfontein To Cape Town
: Cape Town
From Strandfontein To Cape Town
: Zonnebloem
From Strandfontein To Cape Town
Gallery Lane
From Strandfontein To Cape Town

Route Locations

Start area
Strandfontein
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: 30.7 km
Gqeberha to East London Similar distance
About 238.6 km Difference: 103.1 km
Cape Town to Worcester Similar distance
About 99.6 km Difference: 242.1 km
Johannesburg to Polokwane Similar distance
About 293.1 km Difference: 48.6 km
Cape Town to Hermanus Similar distance
About 92.6 km Difference: 249.1 km

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