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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.

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