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Distance from Ultra City to Bloemfontein

Ultra City to Bloemfontein is a full long-distance road trip, covering about 927.6 km in roughly 10 hrs 10 min.

N Ultra City → Bloemfontein
Road distance
927.6 km
576.4 mi • 500.8 nmi
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
853.0 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
1.09×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
24
Info Travel board
Travel time
10 hrs 10 min
Return: 20 hrs 21 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
10 hrs 10 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
91.1 km/h
Stop-adjusted ETA 5 planned rest stops
11 hrs 25 min
Fuel Service sign
Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R1,552.77
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R1,560.12
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R1,729.75
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R1,743.78
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R2,048.79
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R2,058.49
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R2,282.31
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R2,300.82
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R2,695.78
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R2,708.54
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R3,003.04
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R3,027.39
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Fastest drive Direct drive estimate
10 hrs 10 min
Comfort drive Allows a short stop
10 hrs 25 min
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Route class Operational trip category
Local shared
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927.6 km 10 hrs 10 min
Start Ultra City
Finish Bloemfontein
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Turn-by-turn directions

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  1. Start your journey
    0.2 km
  2. Turn left
    0.1 km
  3. Turn right
    103.7 km
  4. At the roundabout, take the 2nd exit
    0.0 km
  5. Continue
    5.0 km
  6. At the roundabout, take the 2nd exit
    0.1 km
  7. Continue
    383.2 km
  8. Take the exit ramp slight left towards N1: Johannesburg
    1.6 km
  9. Merge slight right onto Ben Schoeman Highway
    18.9 km
  10. Continue straight
    28.2 km
  11. Keep slight right at the fork
    0.8 km
  12. Take the exit ramp slight left towards N12: Soweto
    1.4 km
  13. Merge slight right onto Southern Bypass
    6.1 km
  14. Keep slight right at the fork
    364.3 km
  15. Take the exit ramp slight left towards M30: Mangaung
    0.9 km
  16. Continue straight onto Raymond Mhlaba Street
    7.8 km
  17. At the roundabout, take the 2nd exit onto Raymond Mhlaba Street
    0.0 km
  18. Continue onto Raymond Mhlaba Street
    3.5 km
  19. Continue straight onto East Burger Street
    0.3 km
  20. Turn right onto Nelson Mandela Drive
    0.9 km
  21. Turn left onto Markgraaff Street
    0.3 km
  22. Turn left onto Merriam Makeba Street
    0.1 km
  23. Turn right
    0.1 km
  24. You have arrived at your destination
    0.0 km
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Tolls on this route

R
Tolls found 48
Known total R1,628.50
Main toll road N1
This route includes 48 toll points from our database. The strongest toll-road match is N1. 6 Gauteng open-road / gantry toll points are shown as R0.00 because GFIP e-toll charging ended from 12 April 2024.
Carousel
Road: Road not linked yet
R75.00
e-Toll Sunbird
Road: Road not linked yet
R0.00
Unnamed e-Toll gantry near -26.263, 27.976
Road: GFIP / Gauteng e-Toll network
R0.00
e-Toll Pikoko
Road: Road not linked yet
R0.00
Unnamed e-Toll gantry near -26.268, 27.950
Road: GFIP / Gauteng e-Toll network
R0.00
e-Toll Gantry TG001
Road: GFIP / Gauteng e-Toll network
R0.00
Vaal
Road: Road not linked yet
R91.50
Vaal
Road: Road not linked yet
R91.50
Kranskop
Road: Road not linked yet
R61.50
Pumulani
Road: Road not linked yet
R16.50
Kranskop
Road: Road not linked yet
R61.50
Kranskop
Road: Road not linked yet
R61.50
Kranskop
Road: Road not linked yet
R61.50
Pumulani
Road: Road not linked yet
R16.50
Verkeerdevlei
Road: Road not linked yet
R78.50
Zambesi
Road: Road not linked yet
R15.00
Grasmere
Road: Road not linked yet
R27.50
Grasmere
Road: Road not linked yet
R27.50
Zambesi
Road: Road not linked yet
R15.00
Unnamed e-Toll gantry near -25.819, 28.254
Road: GFIP / Gauteng e-Toll network
R0.00
e-Toll Ivusi
Road: Road not linked yet
R0.00
Nyl
Road: Road not linked yet
R79.50
Nyl
Road: Road not linked yet
R79.50
Nyl
Road: Road not linked yet
R79.50
Nyl
Road: Road not linked yet
R79.50
Carousel
Road: Road not linked yet
R75.00
Maubane
Road: Road not linked yet
R33.00
Carousel
Road: Road not linked yet
R75.00
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
Maubane
Road: Road not linked yet
R33.00
Wallmansthal
Road: Road not linked yet
R7.50
Wallmansthal
Road: Road not linked yet
R7.50
Murrayhill
Road: Road not linked yet
R0.00
Stormvoël
Road: Road not linked yet
R12.50
Unnamed e-Toll gantry near -25.848, 28.229
Road: GFIP / Gauteng e-Toll network
R0.00
Stormvoël
Road: Road not linked yet
R12.50
e-Toll Ihobe
Road: Road not linked yet
R0.00
Stop Stopover sign
Halfway point
464.8 km
Mid-route position Road corridor partition
50 / 50
Time partition Start / finish split
5 hrs 5 min • 5 hrs 5 min
Waypoint reference Nearest route marker
Mid-route reference
Loc Route geography
Route geography
Ultra City → Bloemfontein
Start and destination context
Start area Origin
Ultra City, Limpopo
Destination area Arrival
Bloemfontein
Road span Street reference
— • —
Post Postal reference
Postal reference
— • —
Ultra City → Bloemfontein
Ultra City Origin postcode
Not available
Bloemfontein 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 Overlapping province
634.5 km
Pretoria to Nelspruit Similar distance
651.2 km
Cape Town to George Similar distance
555.1 km
Rev Related route set
Related route set
Bloemfontein → Ultra City
Ultra City ↔ Bloemfontein
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Ultra City to Pretoria Related trip
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Route atlas

Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

ZA-ATLAS
Origin Ultra City -22.23561, 29.98249
Midpoint
464.8 km
Total: 927.6 km
Midpoint 464.8 km
927.6 km 10 hrs 10 min
Destination Bloemfontein -29.11640, 26.21550

Route sheet

Route class Resolved South Africa route
Province span South Africa
One-way road span 927.6 km
Return-cycle span 1,855.2 km
Traversal time 10 hrs 10 min
Maneuver count 24
Maneuver density 2.6 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 464.8 km

Coordinate frame

Start -22.23561, 29.98249
Midpoint -25.66988, 28.27292
End -29.11640, 26.21550
Destination services

Available in Bloemfontein

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Service groups 6
Schools Clothing stores Banks Fuel stations and garages Supermarkets Shopping malls
Nearby category Schools Top 6 nearby matches around Bloemfontein
6
Nearby category Clothing stores Top 6 nearby matches around Bloemfontein
6
Nearby category Banks Top 3 nearby matches around Bloemfontein
3
Nearby category Fuel stations and garages Top 6 nearby matches around Bloemfontein
6
Nearby category Supermarkets Top 6 nearby matches around Bloemfontein
6
Nearby category Shopping malls Top 5 nearby matches around Bloemfontein
5
Destination brief

Travelling to Bloemfontein

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

Signature Relaxed central city
Standout Central location with an easier urban rhythm
Bloemfontein works for travellers who want a real city stop without the pressure and scale of the biggest metros, which is part of why it remains such a useful central inland overnight.
Best for Who this destination suits
Central stopover Family city stay Meeting point Working overnight
Arrival What to expect on arrival
The city is easier to cross than larger metros, but the final suburb or hotel still matters if the stop is short or part of a longer inland drive.
Regional base Good base for nearby trips
Use Bloemfontein as a central inland break for overnight travel, meetings, family visits and practical route resets.
Destination facts Quick reference details
Bloemfontein tourism emphasises a slower pace and lower-stress urban feel
The city can be crossed relatively quickly compared with larger metros
Its central position helps make it a common meeting and stopover point
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Route FAQ

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Questions 9
How far is Ultra City from Bloemfontein? +
Ultra City is about 927.6 km from Bloemfontein by road.
How long does it take from Ultra City to Bloemfontein? +
The drive usually takes about 10 hrs 10 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from Ultra City to Bloemfontein 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 Ultra City to Bloemfontein? +
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 Ultra City to Bloemfontein? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R1,552.77 (R23.25 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R1,560.12 (R23.36 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R1,729.75 (R25.90 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R1,743.78 (R26.11 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from Ultra City to Bloemfontein? +
Yes. There are 48 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

: Johannesburg
From Ultra City To Bloemfontein
: Soweto
From Ultra City To Bloemfontein
Kimberley
From Ultra City To Bloemfontein
ern Bypass
From Ultra City To Bloemfontein
: Mangaung
From Ultra City To Bloemfontein
Bram Fischer
From Ultra City To Bloemfontein

Route Locations

Start area
Ultra City, Limpopo
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available
Destination area
Bloemfontein
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 Overlapping province
About 293.1 km Difference: 634.5 km
Pretoria to Nelspruit Similar distance
About 276.4 km Difference: 651.2 km
Cape Town to George Similar distance
About 372.4 km Difference: 555.1 km
Rustenburg to Mahikeng Similar distance
About 161.5 km Difference: 766.1 km
Gqeberha to East London Similar distance
About 238.6 km Difference: 689.0 km

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