Route guide
Cape Town to Langebaan (West Coast)
Route R27 West Coast Road via Table View and YzerfonteinAbout 125 kmDrive About 1½ hours
A quick, scenic run up the R27 with long straights, strong wind and the West Coast National Park on the way.
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Before you leave
- No toll plazas.
- Fill up in Table View or Melkbosstrand; there's little until Langebaan.
- Flower season (around August and September) brings heavy weekend traffic into the park.
- Check West Coast National Park gate times if you're driving through it.
Cape Town to Melkbosstrand
Table View trafficHazardRoad know-how
The R27 through Milnerton and Table View has robots and heavy commuter traffic.
MelkbosstrandFuel & stopsRoad know-how
Last convenient fuel before the open road.
Melkbosstrand to Langebaan
Strong crosswindsWeatherRoad know-how
The southeaster blows hard across the R27 in summer, with blowing sand. Hold the wheel firmly, especially towing.
Long straightsHazardRoad know-how
Easy to speed and to doze. Keep an eye on your speed and take a break if needed.
Tortoises and buckSafetyRoad know-how
Wildlife crosses the road, especially in the national park. Stick to the park's speed limits.