Road sign on Route 62

N1

The spine of South Africa, from Cape Town to the Limpopo border.

The N1 is South Africa's premier highway, connecting the country's major economic and legislative hubs. This route takes you from the scenic beauty of the Western Cape, through the vast plains of the Karoo and Free State, into the bustling heart of Gauteng, and finally to the northern border with Zimbabwe.

Approx. 1,930 km

Approx. Distance

3-5 Days

Suggested Days

5

Key Highlights

Route Highlights

Cape Winelands

Karoo National Park

Bloemfontein

Johannesburg & Pretoria

Limpopo Bushveld