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Distance from 1 N1 M5 to Pietermaritzburg

N 1 N1 M5 → Pietermaritzburg
Road distance
593.9 km
N2 R103
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
451.3 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
1.32×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
17
Info Travel board
Travel time
7 hrs 37 min
Start point
Buffalo Pass
End point
Pietermaritz Street
Return: 14 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
457 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
78.0 km/h
Stop-adjusted ETA 3 planned rest stops
8 hrs 22 min
Fuel Service sign
Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km
93 Petrol R26.52 / litre
R1,134.02
95 Petrol R26.63 / litre
R1,138.72
Diesel 500ppm R32.30 / litre
R1,381.17
Diesel 50ppm R32.50 / litre
R1,389.73
93 Petrol R26.52 / litre
R1,496.27
95 Petrol R26.63 / litre
R1,502.48
Diesel 500ppm R32.30 / litre
R1,822.38
Diesel 50ppm R32.50 / litre
R1,833.67
93 Petrol R26.52 / litre
R1,968.78
95 Petrol R26.63 / litre
R1,976.94
Diesel 500ppm R32.30 / litre
R2,397.87
Diesel 50ppm R32.50 / litre
R2,412.72
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🧭 Route vector
Compass bearing
33° NNE
Forward azimuth heading
Return heading Reverse azimuth
213° SSW
Coordinate delta Lat / Lon shift
North-East
Start coords Origin point
-33.0127, 27.8074
End coords Destination point
-29.6000, 30.3789
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Route class Operational trip category
Local shared
Calculating arrival…
1 N1 M5 to Pietermaritzburg is a full long-distance road trip, covering about 593.9 km in roughly 7 hrs 37 min.
Travel modes
1 N1 M5 → Pietermaritzburg
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Car
593.9 km
7 hrs 37 min
Road route
🏍️ Estimate
Two-wheeler
593.9 km
~9 hrs 8 min
65 km/h avg
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Flight
594 km
↑ 4 hrs 25 min faster
Flight time
1 hr 11 min
With airport
~3 hrs 11 min
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593.9 km 7 hrs 37 min
Start 1 N1 M5
Finish Pietermaritzburg
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Start point
Destination
Driving route
Navigation sign

Turn-by-turn directions

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  1. Head on Buffalo Pass
    4.1 km
  2. Continue right onto Woolwash Road
    2.4 km
  3. At the end of the road, turn left onto Amalinda Main Road
    0.8 km
  4. Continue straight onto Main Road
    2.0 km
  5. Turn sharp right towards N2
    0.8 km
  6. Merge slight right
    224.6 km
  7. Turn left onto Madeira Street
    212.2 km
  8. Take the exit ramp slight left
    0.4 km
  9. Turn left
    144.4 km
  10. Turn slight left towards R103
    0.1 km
  11. Turn slight left onto Chief Albert Luthuli Road
    1.4 km
  12. Turn right onto Langalibalele Street
    0.2 km
  13. Turn left onto Henrietta Street
    0.1 km
  14. Turn left onto Church Street
    0.0 km
  15. Turn right onto Otto Street
    0.2 km
  16. At the end of the road, turn left onto Pietermaritz Street
    0.0 km
  17. You have arrived at your destination
    0.0 km
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Tolls on this route

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Tolls found 0
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Main toll road N2 - North Coast Toll Road
We found matching toll-road records for this route, but no tollgate point was close enough to the route line to display as a confirmed route toll.
N2 - North Coast Toll Road N2 - North Coast Toll Road N2 - North Coast Toll Road N2 - North Coast Toll Road
Routes ↩ Pietermaritzburg → 1 N1 M5 1 N1 M5 to Johannesburg 1 N1 M5 to Pretoria 1 N1 M5 to Cape Town 1 N1 M5 to Durban Johannesburg to Pietermaritzburg Pretoria to Pietermaritzburg Cape Town to Pietermaritzburg
Stop Stopover sign
Halfway point
297.2 km
Mid-route position Road corridor partition
50 / 50
Time partition Start / finish split
3 hrs 48 min • 3 hrs 48 min
Waypoint reference Nearest route marker
Mid-route reference
Vec Consumption & emissions
Consumption & emissions profile
42.8 L needed
Moderate efficiency • 7.2 L/100km baseline
CO2 emitted Estimated tailpipe output
98.8 kg
Fuel mass Approximate tank weight
32.1 kg
Cost per km Based on 95 Petrol
R1.92
Directness index As-the-crow-flies ratio
76%
☀ Solar data
Daylight window at Pietermaritzburg
06:34 – 17:15
Active daylight
Solar noonHighest sun position
Total daylightUsable driving light
10 hrs 40 min
Light remainingUntil sunset
1 hr 38 min
SunriseDawn break
06:34
Fin Tax & wear
Wear & SARS deduction
R2,482.50
Single trip SARS allowance
SARS rate R4.18/km fixed rate
R4.18/km
Tyre wear Estimated tread cost
R11.88
Service wear Oil & filter allocation
R118.78
Total trip wear Excludes fuel & tolls
R2,613.16
Nav Maneuver index
Navigation complexity
Low (3)
Turn difficulty rating
Roundabouts Multi-path navigation
0
Lane merges Yield required
1
Complex forks Path selection
0
Highway exits Deceleration zones
1
Route atlas

Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

ZA-ATLAS
Origin 1 N1 M5 Start: Buffalo Pass -33.01272, 27.80738
Midpoint
297.2 km
Total: 593.9 km
Midpoint 297.2 km
593.9 km 7 hrs 37 min
Destination Pietermaritzburg End: Pietermaritz Street -29.60000, 30.37889

Route sheet

Route class Resolved South Africa route
Province span South Africa
One-way road span 593.9 km
Return-cycle span 1,187.8 km
Traversal time 7 hrs 37 min
Maneuver count 17
Maneuver density 2.9 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 297.2 km

Coordinate frame

Start -33.01272, 27.80738
Midpoint -31.13490, 28.87000
End -29.60000, 30.37889
Destination services

Available in Pietermaritzburg

Useful places near your destination, from everyday essentials to local stops that can help you settle in faster when you arrive.

Service groups 5
Schools Banks Fuel stations and garages Supermarkets Shopping malls
Nearby category Schools Top 6 nearby matches around Pietermaritzburg
6
Nearby category Banks Top 2 nearby matches around Pietermaritzburg
2
Nearby category Fuel stations and garages Top 5 nearby matches around Pietermaritzburg
5
Nearby category Supermarkets Top 6 nearby matches around Pietermaritzburg
6
  • Bonjour
    75 Chief Albert Luthuli Street, Pietermaritzburg, 3201
  • Pick'n'Pay
    121 Church Street, 3201
  • Shoprite
    Pietermaritzburg, 3201, KwaZulu-Natal
  • Quickshop
    27 Chief Albert Luthuli Street, Pietermaritzburg
  • Parklane Superspar
    18 Chief Albert Luthuli Road
  • Pick n Pay
    151 Victoria Road, Pietermaritzburg, 3200, KwaZulu-Natal
Nearby category Shopping malls Top 3 nearby matches around Pietermaritzburg
3
Destination brief

Travelling to Pietermaritzburg

A polished arrival snapshot covering what stands out, who the place suits best and what to keep in mind before you get there.

Signature KZN capital city
Standout Capital city with heritage and Midlands access
Pietermaritzburg has more weight than a routine inland stop because it combines provincial-capital status with heritage, sport and quick access to the Midlands side of KwaZulu-Natal.
Best for Who this destination suits
Capital city stay Midlands gateway Business trip Heritage travel
Arrival What to expect on arrival
CBD, Scottsville, university-side and N3-adjacent arrivals can feel quite different, so the exact suburb or venue matters.
Regional base Good base for nearby trips
Use Pietermaritzburg as a KZN capital base for business travel, heritage stops and onward drives into the Midlands and Drakensberg direction.
Destination facts Quick reference details
Pietermaritzburg Tourism describes it as the capital city of KwaZulu-Natal
The city works as both a destination and a route hub
It sits close to the Midlands touring zone
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Questions 9
How far is 1 N1 M5 from Pietermaritzburg? +
1 N1 M5 is about 593.9 km from Pietermaritzburg by road.
How long does it take from 1 N1 M5 to Pietermaritzburg? +
The drive usually takes about 7 hrs 37 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from 1 N1 M5 to Pietermaritzburg in one day? +
It is possible, but for many travellers this is better treated as a very long same-day trip or an overnight trip.
Is taxi available from 1 N1 M5 to Pietermaritzburg? +
Taxi may be available, but for this route it is better to confirm the latest fare at the local taxi rank.
What's the estimated fuel amount from 1 N1 M5 to Pietermaritzburg? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R1,134.02 (R26.52 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R1,138.72 (R26.63 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R1,381.17 (R32.30 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R1,389.73 (R32.50 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from 1 N1 M5 to Pietermaritzburg? +
No tollgates are currently matched for this route.
What is the route verdict for this trip? +
Very long trip: This is a demanding long-distance route. Treat it as a serious travel day and consider an overnight stop.
Is there a long-trip warning on this route? +
This is a long trip. Plan rest stops, avoid driving tired, and be careful with late-night travel.
Is there a road note for this route? +
This is a longer road trip, so a fuel or rest stop is recommended. Take a short break about every 2 hours if possible. National roads appear in this route, so watch for toll signs and busier sections.
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Towns along the route

Buffalo Pass
From 1 N1 M5 To Pietermaritzburg

Route Locations

Start area
1 N1 M5, Eastern Cape
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available
Destination area
Pietermaritzburg
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available

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