Beaufort West → Cape Town
The drive from Beaufort West (Western Cape) to Cape Town (Western Cape) is 462 km, taking around 4h 54m. You'll pass 1 SANRAL toll plazas on the way.
Toll plazas on the way
- 1 Huguenot Tunnel Toll PlazaN1 • SANRALR 46
Frequently asked
How long does it take to drive from Beaufort West to Cape Town?
4h 54m of driving — about 462 km. Add a 30–60 minute buffer for fuel stops and traffic, especially during December and Easter.
How much does fuel cost from Beaufort West to Cape Town?
A sedan burning 7L/100km will use 32.3 litres at the current ULP 95 price of R26.63/L — about R 861. SUVs, bakkies and trucks burn more; bikes burn less.
How many tolls are between Beaufort West and Cape Town?
1 toll plazas, totalling R 46 for a Class 1 light vehicle.
What's the total cost of driving from Beaufort West to Cape Town?
For a single sedan at today's fuel and toll prices, around R 907 one-way. Round trip works out to roughly R 1 814.
Is it cheaper to drive or fly between Beaufort West and Cape Town?
Driving costs about R 907 for the vehicle, regardless of how many people are in it. Flights vary, but as a rule of thumb: 3 or more people splitting the drive almost always beats flying once you factor in airport transfers and luggage.
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Distance and duration estimated using OpenStreetMap geometry × a 1.3 routing factor (Phase 1.5 replaces this with live OpenRouteService data). Toll tariffs last verified 15 Apr 2026. Fuel prices effective May 2026. Round-trip cost is simply ×2 — actual costs vary with traffic, fuel pump variation, and how often you stop.