Cost to drive from Johannesburg to eSwatini Border
Toll fees effective 1 March 2026 · Fuel: R23.36/L inland (updated 2026-04-01)
Toll cost
R 153,00
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Toll breakdown
Class I (standard car) · mainline plazas only · effective 1 March 2026
| GosforthRosettenville Rd – Heidelberg Rd | R 17,00 |
| DalparkDalpark – Ancor Rd | R 15,50 |
| LeandraSecunda – Bethal | R 50,50 |
| TrichardtBethal – Ermelo | R 25,00 |
| ErmeloErmelo – Piet Retief | R 45,00 |
| Total tolls | R 153,00 |
Return trip: R 306,00 in tolls · Source: foresightpublications.co.za
How does your vehicle compare?
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| Vehicle | Fuel / Elec. | Total |
|---|---|---|
| Volkswagen Polo | R 408,57 | R 561,57 |
| Volkswagen Golf 8 | R 493,36 | R 646,36 |
| Toyota Fortuner | R 616,70 | R 769,70 |
| Toyota Hilux | R 655,25 | R 808,25 |
| Ford Ranger | R 624,41 | R 777,41 |
| Mercedes-Benz C200 | R 516,49 | R 669,49 |
| BMW 3 Series | R 477,95 | R 630,95 |
| Volkswagen Golf GTI | R 601,29 | R 754,29 |
| Toyota Corolla Cross | R 331,48 | R 484,48 |
| Tesla Model 3 | R 133,25 | R 286,25 |
| Tesla Model Y | R 151,14 | R 304,14 |
| BYD Atto 3 | R 136,83 | R 289,83 |
Toll gates on the N17 from Johannesburg to eSwatini Border
Mainline toll plazas only — ramp tolls apply to specific exits and are not included in the total.
| Plaza | Class I fee | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Gosforth | R 17.00 | ||
| Dalpark | R 15.50 | ||
| Leandra | R 50.50 | ||
| Trichardt | R 25.00 | ||
| Ermelo | R 45.00 | ||
| Total (one way) | R 153.00 | ||
Source: foresightpublications.co.za · Tariffs effective 1 March 2026 · 3.12% SANRAL CPI adjustment
Cost by vehicle — Johannesburg to eSwatini Border
Select your car to see the exact fuel and toll cost for this route.
Volkswagen Polo Vivo
5.9L/100km
R 608
Toyota Corolla Quest
7L/100km
R 693
Toyota Starlet
5.4L/100km
R 569
Suzuki Swift
4.4L/100km
R 492
Suzuki Baleno
5.4L/100km
R 569
Haval Jolion
8.1L/100km
R 777
Volkswagen Polo
5.3L/100km
R 562
Volkswagen Golf 8
6.4L/100km
R 646
Toyota Corolla Cross
8.1L/100km
R 777
Hyundai i20
5.8L/100km
R 600
Kia Picanto
5.2L/100km
R 554
Renault Clio
5.7L/100km
R 592
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 Johannesburg to eSwatini Border trip (330km), 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
How much are tolls from Johannesburg to eSwatini?
R153.00 for a standard car (Class I, one way) on the N17 as of March 2026. Five mainline plazas: Gosforth (R17), Dalpark (R15.50), Leandra (R50.50), Trichardt (R25), and Ermelo (R45).
How far is Johannesburg to the eSwatini border at Oshoek?
Approximately 330 km via the N17, taking around 3.5 to 4 hours. The Oshoek/Ngwenya border post is open daily 07:00–22:00.
Which border post does the N17 use for eSwatini?
The N17 ends at the Oshoek/Ngwenya border post. It is the main crossing for road travellers from Johannesburg and the most traffic-efficient entry into eSwatini.
What towns do you pass through on the N17 from Johannesburg to eSwatini?
The main towns are Springs, Leandra, Secunda (nearby), Trichardt, and Ermelo. From Ermelo the N17 continues south-east through Piet Retief to Oshoek.