Beaufort West → Johannesburg
The drive from Beaufort West (Western Cape) to Johannesburg (Gauteng) is936 km, taking around 8h 48m.You'll pass 3 SANRAL toll plazas on the way.
Toll plazas on the way
- 1Verkeerdevlei Toll PlazaN1 • SANRALR 78,50
- 2Vaal Toll PlazaN1 • SANRALR 91,50
- 3Grasmere Toll PlazaN1 • SANRALR 27,50
Frequently asked
How long does it take to drive from Beaufort West to Johannesburg?
8h 48m of driving, about 936 km. Add a 30 to 60 minute buffer for fuel stops and traffic, especially during December and Easter.
How much does fuel cost from Beaufort West to Johannesburg?
A sedan burning 7L/100km will use 65.5 litres at the current ULP 95 price of R25.58/L, about R 1 676. SUVs, bakkies and trucks burn more; bikes burn less.
How many toll gates are there from Beaufort West to Johannesburg?
3 toll plazas, totalling R 197,50 for a Class 1 light vehicle.
What's the total cost of driving from Beaufort West to Johannesburg?
For a single sedan at today's fuel and toll prices, around R 1 874 one-way. Round trip works out to roughly R 3 747.
Is it cheaper to drive or fly between Beaufort West and Johannesburg?
Driving costs about R 1 874 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 25 August 2026. Fuel prices effective 5 August 2026. Round-trip cost is simply ×2; actual costs vary with traffic, fuel pump variation, and how often you stop.