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Distance from Transvaal to Roodepoort

Transvaal to Roodepoort is a full long-distance road trip, covering about 475.7 km in roughly 5 hrs 35 min.

N Transvaal → Roodepoort
Road distance
475.7 km
295.6 mi • 256.8 nmi
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
416.5 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
1.14×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
18
Info Travel board
Travel time
5 hrs 35 min
Return: 11 hrs 10 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
5 hrs 35 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
85.2 km/h
Stop-adjusted ETA 2 planned rest stops
6 hrs 5 min
Fuel Service sign
Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R796.31
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R800.08
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R887.07
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R894.27
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R1,050.69
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R1,055.66
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R1,170.44
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R1,179.93
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R1,382.48
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R1,389.02
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R1,540.06
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R1,552.54
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Wx Destination weather
Today's outlook for Roodepoort
13.7°C
Overcast
Feels like Perceived temperature
13.4°C
Day range High / low
H 21° • L 13°
Rain chance Today's probability
48%
Wind 10m wind speed
9 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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475.7 km 5 hrs 35 min
Start Transvaal
Finish Roodepoort
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Turn-by-turn directions

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  1. Head on Transvaal
    0.0 km
  2. Continue make a U-turn onto Transvaal
    102.2 km
  3. Continue straight
    6.1 km
  4. Continue straight
    186.4 km
  5. At the roundabout, take the 2nd exit
    0.0 km
  6. Continue
    24.3 km
  7. Continue straight
    138.6 km
  8. Keep slight right at the fork onto Western Bypass
    11.5 km
  9. Take the exit ramp slight left towards Gordon Road
    0.5 km
  10. Turn left onto Gordon Road
    0.9 km
  11. Turn right onto Ontdekkers Road
    1.8 km
  12. Turn slight left towards Barry Hertzog Drive
    0.1 km
  13. Continue straight onto Barry Hertzog Drive
    0.2 km
  14. Turn right onto Louis Botha Drive
    1.1 km
  15. Continue straight onto Honeyball Avenue
    2.0 km
  16. Turn right
    0.0 km
  17. Turn slight left
    0.0 km
  18. You have arrived at your destination
    0.0 km
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Tolls on this route

R
Tolls found 4
Known total R0.00
Main toll road Not found
This route includes 4 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.
Unnamed e-Toll gantry near -26.268, 27.950
Road: GFIP / Gauteng e-Toll network
R0.00
Unnamed e-Toll gantry near -26.177, 27.945
Road: GFIP / Gauteng e-Toll network
R0.00
e-Toll Fiscal
Road: Road not linked yet
R0.00
e-Toll Stork
Road: Road not linked yet
R0.00
Stop Stopover sign
Halfway point
238.0 km
Mid-route position Road corridor partition
50 / 50
Time partition Start / finish split
2 hrs 47 min • 2 hrs 47 min
Waypoint reference Nearest route marker
Mid-route reference
Loc Route geography
Route geography
Transvaal → Roodepoort
Start and destination context
Start area Origin
Transvaal, Northern Cape
Destination area Arrival
Roodepoort
Road span Street reference
— • —
Post Postal reference
Postal reference
— • —
Transvaal → Roodepoort
Transvaal Origin postcode
Not available
Roodepoort 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
182.6 km
Cape Town to George Similar distance
103.2 km
Pretoria to Nelspruit Similar distance
199.3 km
Rev Related route set
Related route set
Roodepoort → Transvaal
Transvaal ↔ Roodepoort
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Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

ZA-ATLAS
Origin Transvaal -28.69137, 24.77837
Midpoint
238.0 km
Total: 475.7 km
Midpoint 238.0 km
475.7 km 5 hrs 35 min
Destination Roodepoort -26.15639, 27.88583

Route sheet

Route class Resolved South Africa route
Province span South Africa
One-way road span 475.7 km
Return-cycle span 951.4 km
Traversal time 5 hrs 35 min
Maneuver count 18
Maneuver density 3.8 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 238.0 km

Coordinate frame

Start -28.69137, 24.77837
Midpoint -27.11019, 26.07082
End -26.15639, 27.88583
Destination services

Available in Roodepoort

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 Roodepoort
6
Nearby category Clothing stores Top 5 nearby matches around Roodepoort
5
  • Woolworths
    Crous Drive Westgate Mall, Roodepoort, 1724
  • Pick n Pay Clothing
    Struben Valley, 1735, Gauteng
  • PEP
    14th Avenue, Roodepoort, Gauteng
  • PEP
    Mcgarth Street, Roodepoort, 1724, Gauteng
  • PEP
    Mohajana Street, Soweto, 1723, Gauteng
Nearby category Banks Top 4 nearby matches around Roodepoort
4
Nearby category Fuel stations and garages Top 3 nearby matches around Roodepoort
3
Nearby category Supermarkets Top 6 nearby matches around Roodepoort
6
Nearby category Shopping malls Top 1 nearby match around Roodepoort
1
Destination brief

Travelling to Roodepoort

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

Signature West Rand urban district
Standout Residential-western Gauteng base with local attractions
Roodepoort is most useful as a western Gauteng district destination, where lakes, heritage, suburban stays and west-side city access matter more than conventional sightseeing expectations.
Best for Who this destination suits
West Rand stay Suburban access Practical city routing Short business trip
Arrival What to expect on arrival
The final suburb matters because Roodepoort covers a broad urban area and a stay near Florida Lake is not the same as one closer to the highway or industrial side.
Regional base Good base for nearby trips
Use Roodepoort as a western Gauteng base for suburban stays, local attractions and route positioning on the West Rand.
Destination facts Quick reference details
Regional travel information highlights attractions such as Florida Lake and local museums
Roodepoort is best understood as a broad urban district rather than a single compact centre
Its route value comes from west-side Gauteng positioning
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Questions 9
How far is Transvaal from Roodepoort? +
Transvaal is about 475.7 km from Roodepoort by road.
How long does it take from Transvaal to Roodepoort? +
The drive usually takes about 5 hrs 35 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from Transvaal to Roodepoort in one day? +
Yes, for many drivers this can be done in one day.
Is taxi available from Transvaal to Roodepoort? +
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 Transvaal to Roodepoort? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R796.31 (R23.25 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R800.08 (R23.36 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R887.07 (R25.90 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R894.27 (R26.11 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from Transvaal to Roodepoort? +
Yes. There are 4 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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From Transvaal To Roodepoort

Route Locations

Start area
Transvaal, Northern Cape
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available
Destination area
Roodepoort
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available

Distance comparisons

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