Mahikeng to Witbank

• Toll Gates

  Prepare for toll fees on the N4 Platinum Highway.
• Truck Awareness

  Be patient with heavy trucks; they are common on this route.
• Pretoria Traffic

  Try to bypass Pretoria outside of rush hour to save time.
• Vehicle Check

  Check your tire pressure before leaving, as the road surface can be rough.
• Snacks

  Pack enough snacks as service stations can get very busy.

• Overtaking

  Only overtake on the N4 when you have a clear view of oncoming traffic.
• Lock Doors

  Keep your car doors locked at all times, especially in urban areas.
• Emergency Contact

  Keep a list of emergency numbers for the N4 route.
• Visibility

  Use your lights during the day to be visible to truck drivers.

• Is Witbank the same as eMalahleni?
  Yes, eMalahleni is the official name for the city formerly known as Witbank.
• How long is the drive?
  The drive takes approximately 5 hours.
• Are there buses?
  There are no direct long-distance buses from Mahikeng to Witbank.
• Is the road safe?
  The N4 is a major highway, but stay alert for heavy traffic.
• What is the best route?
  The N4 via Pretoria is the most direct route.

• From Mahikeng, North West, South Africa
• To Witbank, Mpumalanga, South Africa
• Modes

Autumn (March to May) offers mild weather and less traffic congestion than the holiday season.