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Distance from Western Bypass to Pretoria

Western Bypass to Pretoria is a practical regional trip, covering about 50.8 km in roughly 38 min.

N Western Bypass → Pretoria
Road distance
50.8 km
31.6 mi • 27.4 nmi
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
42.0 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
1.21×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
9
Info Travel board
Travel time
38 min
Return: 1 hr 16 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
38 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
79.8 km/h
Stop-adjusted ETA 0 planned rest stops
38 min
Fuel Service sign
Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R85.10
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R85.50
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R94.79
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R95.56
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R112.28
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R112.81
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R125.08
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R126.09
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R147.74
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R148.43
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R164.57
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R165.91
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Wx Destination weather
Today's outlook for Pretoria
22.5°C
Partly cloudy
Feels like Perceived temperature
22.8°C
Day range High / low
H 23° • L 15°
Rain chance Today's probability
25%
Wind 10m wind speed
8 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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50.8 km 38 min
Start Western Bypass
Finish Pretoria
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Start point
Destination
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Navigation sign

Turn-by-turn directions

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  1. Head on Western Bypass
    13.0 km
  2. Take the exit ramp slight left towards N1: Pretoria
    1.6 km
  3. Continue straight onto Ben Schoeman Highway
    34.3 km
  4. Continue straight onto Kgosi Mampuru Street
    0.9 km
  5. Turn right onto W.F. Nkomo Street
    0.5 km
  6. Continue straight onto Church Street
    0.2 km
  7. Turn right onto Paul Kruger Street
    0.1 km
  8. Turn sharp left onto Church Square
    0.2 km
  9. You have arrived at your destination
    0.0 km
Navigation sign

Tolls on this route

R
Tolls found 7
Known total R0.00
Main toll road N1
This route includes 7 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.
e-Toll Ivusi
Road: Road not linked yet
R0.00
e-Toll Ihobe
Road: Road not linked yet
R0.00
Unnamed e-Toll gantry near -26.041, 28.077
Road: GFIP / Gauteng e-Toll network
R0.00
e-Toll Sunbird
Road: Road not linked yet
R0.00
e-Toll Owl
Road: Road not linked yet
R0.00
e-Toll Blouvalk
Road: Road not linked yet
R0.00
Unnamed e-Toll gantry near -25.939, 28.140
Road: GFIP / Gauteng e-Toll network
R0.00
Stop Stopover sign
Halfway point
25.5 km
Mid-route position Road corridor partition
50 / 50
Time partition Start / finish split
19 min • 19 min
Waypoint reference Nearest route marker
Mid-route reference
Loc Route geography
Route geography
Western Bypass → Pretoria
Start and destination context
Start area Origin
Western Bypass, Gauteng
Destination area Arrival
Pretoria
Road span Street reference
— • —
Post Postal reference
Postal reference
— • —
Western Bypass → Pretoria
Western Bypass Origin postcode
Not available
Pretoria Destination postcode
Not available
Province span Route area
South Africa
Set Nearby route set
Nearby route set
Johannesburg to Pretoria
3 other similar routes
Johannesburg to Pretoria Overlapping province
3.1 km
Johannesburg to Vereeniging Overlapping province
2.7 km
Pretoria to Midrand Overlapping province
21.1 km
Rev Related route set
Related route set
Pretoria → Western Bypass
Western Bypass ↔ Pretoria
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Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

ZA-ATLAS
Origin Western Bypass -26.07156, 27.97418
Midpoint
25.5 km
Total: 50.8 km
Midpoint 25.5 km
50.8 km 38 min
Destination Pretoria -25.74593, 28.18791

Route sheet

Route class Resolved South Africa route
Province span South Africa
One-way road span 50.8 km
Return-cycle span 101.7 km
Traversal time 38 min
Maneuver count 9
Maneuver density 17.7 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 25.5 km

Coordinate frame

Start -26.07156, 27.97418
Midpoint -25.95069, 28.13534
End -25.74593, 28.18791
Destination services

Available in Pretoria

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 Pretoria
6
Nearby category Clothing stores Top 6 nearby matches around Pretoria
6
  • PEP
    14 Bureau Avenue, Pretoria, 0002, Gauteng
  • Mr Price
    Thabo Sehume Street, Pretoria, 0002
  • PEP
    Pretoria, 0002, Gauteng
  • Mr Price
    Helen Joseph Street, Pretoria
  • Truworths
    Pretoria
  • PEP
    275 Church Street, Pretoria, 0002, Gauteng
Nearby category Banks Top 6 nearby matches around Pretoria
6
Nearby category Fuel stations and garages Top 5 nearby matches around Pretoria
5
Nearby category Taxi ranks Top 1 nearby match around Pretoria
1
Nearby category Supermarkets Top 6 nearby matches around Pretoria
6
Nearby category Pharmacies Top 3 nearby matches around Pretoria
3
  • Clicks
    Pretorius Street, Pretoria
  • Clicks
    Bosman Street
  • Dis-Chem
    Shop B03 Kirkness Street, Pretoria, 0002
Nearby category Shopping malls Top 6 nearby matches around Pretoria
6
Destination brief

Travelling to Tshwane / Pretoria

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

Signature Capital city and cultural core
Standout Monuments, government and a wider Tshwane spread
Pretoria is strongest as part of the wider Tshwane capital area, where government, museums, monuments and different suburban nodes create a broader destination than the historic centre alone.
Best for Who this destination suits
Government travel Museums and monuments City stay Business travel
Arrival What to expect on arrival
Union Buildings, Hatfield, Menlyn, Centurion-side travel and the old core are different arrivals. Naming the exact zone matters.
Regional base Good base for nearby trips
Use Pretoria and the wider Tshwane area for government travel, heritage stops, conferences and north-Gauteng city stays.
Destination facts Quick reference details
Visit Tshwane describes the city as cultural and cosmopolitan
The destination combines grand architecture and museums
Five major highways feed into the wider Tshwane area
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Route FAQ

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Questions 8
How far is Western Bypass from Pretoria? +
Western Bypass is about 50.8 km from Pretoria by road.
How long does it take from Western Bypass to Pretoria? +
The drive usually takes about 38 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from Western Bypass to Pretoria in one day? +
Yes, for many drivers this can be done in one day.
Is taxi available from Western Bypass to Pretoria? +
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 Western Bypass to Pretoria? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R85.10 (R23.25 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R85.50 (R23.36 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R94.79 (R25.90 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R95.56 (R26.11 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from Western Bypass to Pretoria? +
Yes. There are 7 tollgates currently matched for this route.
What is the route verdict for this trip? +
Practical regional trip: This route is very manageable in one day and usually works well as a same-day return.
Is there a road note for this route? +
This is a regional road trip that can usually work as a same-day return. National roads appear in this route, so watch for toll signs and busier sections.
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Route Locations

Start area
Western Bypass, Gauteng
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available
Destination area
Pretoria
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 Pretoria Overlapping province
About 53.9 km Difference: 3.1 km
Johannesburg to Vereeniging Overlapping province
About 53.5 km Difference: 2.7 km
Pretoria to Midrand Overlapping province
About 29.8 km Difference: 21.1 km
Johannesburg to Benoni Overlapping province
About 27.3 km Difference: 23.5 km
Johannesburg to Soweto Overlapping province
About 19.9 km Difference: 30.9 km

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