The drive from Velddrif to Upington is approximately 900 kilometers. You will travel north along the N7 and then follow the N14 through the Northern Cape. This journey takes about 10 hours. Upington is the gateway to the Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park.
Total Distance: 900 km driving distance; 700 km straight-line air distance.
The N14 is a long, straight road; take frequent breaks.
Winter (June to August) for cooler weather.