Cost to drive from Polokwane to Port Elizabeth (Gqeberha)
Toll fees effective 1 March 2026 · Fuel: R23.36/L inland (updated 2026-04-01)
Multi-leg route · via Pretoria
Port Elizabeth
Total distance
1354 km
Total tolls
R 430,00
Route legs
2 legs
Toll cost
R 430,00
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Toll breakdown
Class I (standard car) · mainline plazas only · effective 1 March 2026
| NylMokopane – Polokwane | R 79,50 |
| KranskopBela-Bela – Mokopane | R 61,50 |
| CarouselPretoria (N4 junction) – Bela-Bela | R 75,00 |
| PumulaniPretoria – Hammanskraal | R 16,50 |
| GrasmereArmadale – Louisrus | R 27,50 |
| VaalLouisrus – Kroonstad | R 91,50 |
| VerkeerdevleiKroonstad – Bloemfontein | R 78,50 |
| Total tolls | R 430,00 |
Return trip: R 860,00 in tolls · Source: foresightpublications.co.za
How does your vehicle compare?
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| Vehicle | Fuel / Elec. | Total |
|---|---|---|
| Volkswagen Polo | R 1 676,36 | R 2 106,36 |
| Volkswagen Golf 8 | R 2 024,28 | R 2 454,28 |
| Toyota Fortuner | R 2 530,36 | R 2 960,36 |
| Toyota Hilux | R 2 688,50 | R 3 118,50 |
| Ford Ranger | R 2 561,98 | R 2 991,98 |
| Mercedes-Benz C200 | R 2 119,17 | R 2 549,17 |
| BMW 3 Series | R 1 961,03 | R 2 391,03 |
| Volkswagen Golf GTI | R 2 467,10 | R 2 897,10 |
| Toyota Corolla Cross | R 1 360,07 | R 1 790,07 |
| Tesla Model 3 | R 546,73 | R 976,73 |
| Tesla Model Y | R 620,12 | R 1 050,12 |
| BYD Atto 3 | R 561,41 | R 991,41 |
Toll gates on the N1, N9 from Polokwane to Port Elizabeth (Gqeberha)
Mainline toll plazas only — ramp tolls apply to specific exits and are not included in the total.
| Plaza | Class I fee | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Nyl | R 79.50 | ||
| Kranskop | R 61.50 | ||
| Carousel | R 75.00 | ||
| Pumulani | R 16.50 | ||
| Grasmere | R 27.50 | ||
| Vaal | R 91.50 | ||
| Verkeerdevlei | R 78.50 | ||
| Total (one way) | R 430.00 | ||
Source: foresightpublications.co.za · Tariffs effective 1 March 2026 · 3.12% SANRAL CPI adjustment
Cost by vehicle — Polokwane to Port Elizabeth (Gqeberha)
Select your car to see the exact fuel and toll cost for this route.
Volkswagen Polo Vivo
5.9L/100km
R 2296
Toyota Corolla Quest
7L/100km
R 2644
Toyota Starlet
5.4L/100km
R 2138
Suzuki Swift
4.4L/100km
R 1822
Suzuki Baleno
5.4L/100km
R 2138
Haval Jolion
8.1L/100km
R 2992
Volkswagen Polo
5.3L/100km
R 2106
Volkswagen Golf 8
6.4L/100km
R 2454
Toyota Corolla Cross
8.1L/100km
R 2992
Hyundai i20
5.8L/100km
R 2265
Kia Picanto
5.2L/100km
R 2075
Renault Clio
5.7L/100km
R 2233
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 Polokwane to Port Elizabeth (Gqeberha) trip (1354km), 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 far is Polokwane from Port Elizabeth?
Approximately 1,354 km via Gauteng and the Karoo N9. The drive takes 13–14 hours and is usually done over two days.
What is the route from Polokwane to Port Elizabeth?
N1 south from Polokwane through Pretoria to Johannesburg, then south on the N1/N9 through Colesberg and Graaff-Reinet to Port Elizabeth.
How much are tolls from Polokwane to Port Elizabeth?
Tolls apply on the N1 North (Polokwane section) and on the N1 south of Johannesburg. The N9 through the Karoo is toll-free. See the calculator for the exact total.