Mashishing to Potchefstroom

• Traffic

  Use the N12 bypass to avoid the center of Johannesburg.
• Rest Stops

  Stop at the Petroport facilities on the N12 for safe breaks.
• Navigation

  Use GPS to navigate the complex highway interchanges in Gauteng.
• Planning

  Check for roadworks on the N12 before departing.
• Safety

  Keep your doors locked while driving through urban areas.

• Highway Safety

  Stay alert for heavy trucks on the N12.
• Emergency

  Keep the 112 emergency number saved in your phone.
• Vehicle Security

  Do not leave valuables visible in your car at rest stops.
• Night Driving

  Avoid driving the N12 at night due to limited visibility.

• Is the N12 safe?
  Yes, it is a major national highway.
• How long is the drive?
  Approximately 5.5 hours.
• Are there tolls?
  Yes, there are toll plazas on the N4 and N12.
• Can I take a bus?
  Yes, long-distance bus operators serve Potchefstroom.
• What is the best route?
  The N4 to N12 is the most direct route.

• From Mashishing, Mpumalanga, South Africa
• To Potchefstroom, North West, South Africa
• Modes

Spring (September to November) for pleasant weather in the North West.