Driving from Newcastle to Mpumalanga
Mpumalanga lies 239 km (148 mi) south of Newcastle, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 3 h 38 min without stops, over roughly 291 km (181 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
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| Newcastle | Mpumalanga | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | South Africa | South Africa |
| Population | 404,838 | 140,121 |
| Elevation | 1,195 m (3,921 ft) | 711 m (2,333 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Africa/Johannesburg) | UTC+2 (Africa/Johannesburg) |
| Postal codes | 2940–3082 | 1050–2410 |
Where to book car hire from Newcastle to Mpumalanga
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Staying in Mpumalanga
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Common questions
How far is Mpumalanga from Newcastle?
239 km (148 mi) in a straight line, south of Newcastle; by road roughly 291 km (181 mi).
How long does it take to get from Newcastle to Mpumalanga by car?
About 3 h 38 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Newcastle and Mpumalanga?
No, both are on Africa/Johannesburg at the moment.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 13 September 2026. Hotel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.