Johannesburg → Bloemfontein
The drive from Johannesburg (Gauteng) to Bloemfontein (Free State) is400 km, taking around 4h.You'll pass 3 SANRAL toll plazas on the way.
Toll plazas on the way
- 1Grasmere Toll PlazaN1 • SANRALR 27,50
- 2Vaal Toll PlazaN1 • SANRALR 91,50
- 3Verkeerdevlei Toll PlazaN1 • SANRALR 78,50
Frequently asked
How long does it take to drive from Johannesburg to Bloemfontein?
4h of driving, about 400 km. Add a 30 to 60 minute buffer for fuel stops and traffic, especially during December and Easter.
How much does fuel cost from Johannesburg to Bloemfontein?
A sedan burning 7L/100km will use 28.0 litres at the current ULP 95 price of R25.58/L, about R 716. SUVs, bakkies and trucks burn more; bikes burn less.
How many toll gates are there from Johannesburg to Bloemfontein?
3 toll plazas, totalling R 197,50 for a Class 1 light vehicle.
What's the total cost of driving from Johannesburg to Bloemfontein?
For a single sedan at today's fuel and toll prices, around R 914 one-way. Round trip works out to roughly R 1 827.
Is it cheaper to drive or fly between Johannesburg and Bloemfontein?
Driving costs about R 914 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.