Cost to drive from Port Elizabeth 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 823,32 | R 823,32 |
| Volkswagen Golf 8 | R 994,20 | R 994,20 |
| Toyota Fortuner | R 1 242,75 | R 1 242,75 |
| Toyota Hilux | R 1 320,42 | R 1 320,42 |
| Ford Ranger | R 1 258,29 | R 1 258,29 |
| Mercedes-Benz C200 | R 1 040,80 | R 1 040,80 |
| BMW 3 Series | R 963,13 | R 963,13 |
| Volkswagen Golf GTI | R 1 211,68 | R 1 211,68 |
| Toyota Corolla Cross | R 667,98 | R 667,98 |
| Tesla Model 3 | R 268,52 | R 268,52 |
| Tesla Model Y | R 304,56 | R 304,56 |
| BYD Atto 3 | R 275,73 | R 275,73 |
Toll gates on the N9, N1 from Port Elizabeth 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 — Port Elizabeth to Bloemfontein
Select your car to see the exact fuel and toll cost for this route.
Volkswagen Polo Vivo
5.9L/100km
R 917
Toyota Corolla Quest
7L/100km
R 1087
Toyota Starlet
5.4L/100km
R 839
Suzuki Swift
4.4L/100km
R 684
Suzuki Baleno
5.4L/100km
R 839
Haval Jolion
8.1L/100km
R 1258
Volkswagen Polo
5.3L/100km
R 823
Volkswagen Golf 8
6.4L/100km
R 994
Toyota Corolla Cross
8.1L/100km
R 1258
Hyundai i20
5.8L/100km
R 901
Kia Picanto
5.2L/100km
R 808
Renault Clio
5.7L/100km
R 885
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 Port Elizabeth to Bloemfontein trip (665km), 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 the drive from Port Elizabeth to Bloemfontein toll-free?
Yes, completely. The N9 between PE and Colesberg has no toll plazas, and the N1 section between Colesberg and Bloemfontein is also toll-free. N1 toll plazas only begin north of Bloemfontein on the way to Johannesburg.
How far is Bloemfontein from Port Elizabeth?
Approximately 665 km via the N9 through Graaff-Reinet and then the N1, taking around 6.5 hours.
What towns do you pass through from Port Elizabeth to Bloemfontein?
The main stops are Graaff-Reinet (about 260 km from PE — a historic Karoo town worth a stop) and Colesberg (about 490 km from PE), where the N9 joins the N1 north.