Day trip from Soweto to Centurion
Centurion lies 56 km (35 mi) north-east of Soweto, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 56 km (35 mi) apart, Centurion is a realistic day trip from Soweto: about 55 min each way by road.
| Soweto | Centurion | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | South Africa | South Africa |
| Population | 1.7 million | 236,580 |
| Elevation | 1,632 m (5,354 ft) | 1,432 m (4,698 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Africa/Johannesburg) | UTC+2 (Africa/Johannesburg) |
| Postal codes | 1803–1809 | 0014–0172 |
Where to book tours and tickets in Centurion
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Staying in Centurion
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Common questions
How far is Centurion from Soweto?
56 km (35 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Soweto; by road roughly 68 km (42 mi).
How long does it take to get from Soweto to Centurion by road?
About 55 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Soweto and Centurion?
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 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.