Cost to drive from East London to Bloemfontein
Toll fees effective 1 March 2026 · Fuel: R23.36/L inland (updated 2026-04-01)
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Toll breakdown
Class I (standard car) · mainline plazas only · effective 1 March 2026
No mainline toll plazas on this route — it's toll-free.
Return trip: R 0,00 in tolls · Source: foresightpublications.co.za
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| Vehicle | Fuel / Elec. | Total |
|---|---|---|
| Volkswagen Polo | R 695,80 | R 695,80 |
| Volkswagen Golf 8 | R 840,21 | R 840,21 |
| Toyota Fortuner | R 1 050,27 | R 1 050,27 |
| Toyota Hilux | R 1 115,91 | R 1 115,91 |
| Ford Ranger | R 1 063,39 | R 1 063,39 |
| Mercedes-Benz C200 | R 879,60 | R 879,60 |
| BMW 3 Series | R 813,96 | R 813,96 |
| Volkswagen Golf GTI | R 1 024,01 | R 1 024,01 |
| Toyota Corolla Cross | R 564,52 | R 564,52 |
| Tesla Model 3 | R 226,93 | R 226,93 |
| Tesla Model Y | R 257,39 | R 257,39 |
| BYD Atto 3 | R 233,02 | R 233,02 |
Toll gates on the N6 from East London to Bloemfontein
Mainline toll plazas only — ramp tolls apply to specific exits and are not included in the total.
| Plaza | Class I fee | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Total (one way) | R 0.00 | ||
Source: foresightpublications.co.za · Tariffs effective 1 March 2026 · 3.12% SANRAL CPI adjustment
Cost by vehicle — East London to Bloemfontein
Select your car to see the exact fuel and toll cost for this route.
Volkswagen Polo Vivo
5.9L/100km
R 775
Toyota Corolla Quest
7L/100km
R 919
Toyota Starlet
5.4L/100km
R 709
Suzuki Swift
4.4L/100km
R 578
Suzuki Baleno
5.4L/100km
R 709
Haval Jolion
8.1L/100km
R 1063
Volkswagen Polo
5.3L/100km
R 696
Volkswagen Golf 8
6.4L/100km
R 840
Toyota Corolla Cross
8.1L/100km
R 1063
Hyundai i20
5.8L/100km
R 761
Kia Picanto
5.2L/100km
R 683
Renault Clio
5.7L/100km
R 748
Tips for saving money on this trip
Fuel economy matters more than tolls on longer routes. A Polo 1.0 TSI uses about 38% less fuel than a Fortuner over the same distance. On the East London to Bloemfontein trip (562km), that difference can be R200–R500 depending on the vehicle.
Tyre pressure and speed have a measurable effect. Under-inflated tyres increase fuel use by up to 3%. Driving at 110km/h instead of 120km/h can reduce fuel consumption by 10–15% on a highway trip.
Toll payments. All major toll plazas on this route now accept contactless tap-and-go card payments — no need to keep cash. E-tags (Sanral e-toll) no longer apply in Gauteng as the e-toll system was scrapped.
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Frequently asked questions
Is there a toll on the N6 between East London and Bloemfontein?
No. The N6 has no toll plazas at all. The drive from East London to Bloemfontein is completely toll-free.
How far is Bloemfontein from East London?
Approximately 562 km via the N6, which takes around 6 hours to drive.
What towns do you pass through on the N6 from East London to Bloemfontein?
The main stops are Queenstown (Komani) at about 160 km, and Aliwal North (Maletswai) at around 380 km. From Aliwal North the road continues north-west to the N1 interchange at Bloemfontein.