Driving from Johannesburg to Polokwane
Polokwane lies 293 km (182 mi) north-east of Johannesburg, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 4 h 28 min without stops, over roughly 358 km (222 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
| Johannesburg | Polokwane | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | South Africa | South Africa |
| Population | 9.4 million | 272,461 |
| Elevation | 1,767 m (5,797 ft) | 1,315 m (4,314 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Africa/Johannesburg) | UTC+2 (Africa/Johannesburg) |
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Staying in Polokwane
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Common questions
How far is Polokwane from Johannesburg?
293 km (182 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Johannesburg; by road roughly 358 km (222 mi).
How long does it take to get from Johannesburg to Polokwane by car?
About 4 h 28 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Johannesburg and Polokwane?
No, both are on Africa/Johannesburg at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- 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 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel 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.