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Distance from 1049 to Richards Bay

1049 to Richards Bay is a full long-distance road trip, covering about 539.3 km in roughly 6 hrs 38 min.

N 1049 → Richards Bay
Road distance
539.3 km
335.1 mi • 291.1 nmi
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
422.1 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
1.28×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
19
Info Travel board
Travel time
6 hrs 38 min
Return: 13 hrs 17 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
6 hrs 38 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
81.2 km/h
Stop-adjusted ETA 3 planned rest stops
7 hrs 23 min
Fuel Service sign
Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R902.73
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R907.00
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R1,005.62
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R1,013.78
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R1,191.10
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R1,196.74
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R1,326.86
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R1,337.62
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R1,567.24
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R1,574.66
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R1,745.87
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R1,760.03
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Fastest drive Direct drive estimate
6 hrs 38 min
Comfort drive Allows a short stop
6 hrs 53 min
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Route class Operational trip category
Local shared
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539.3 km 6 hrs 38 min
Start 1049
Finish Richards Bay
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Turn-by-turn directions

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  1. Start your journey
    0.0 km
  2. Turn left onto Hans Strydom Avenue
    0.8 km
  3. Turn left onto Steve Bantu Biko Street
    0.8 km
  4. Turn left onto Watermeyer Street
    0.9 km
  5. Take the ramp left towards N12: Nelspruit
    0.4 km
  6. Merge slight right
    2.9 km
  7. Merge slight left
    28.1 km
  8. Take the exit ramp slight left towards N11: Hendrina
    0.6 km
  9. Turn right
    41.3 km
  10. At the roundabout, take the 2nd exit
    0.0 km
  11. Continue
    53.0 km
  12. Take the exit ramp slight left towards N2
    0.1 km
  13. Merge slight right onto Voortrekker Avenue
    102.1 km
  14. At the roundabout, take the 1st exit
    0.0 km
  15. Continue
    298.2 km
  16. Take the exit ramp slight left towards Nseleni
    0.5 km
  17. Turn left
    9.3 km
  18. At the end of the road, turn right onto John Ross Highway
    0.1 km
  19. You have arrived at your destination
    0.0 km
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Tolls on this route

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Tolls found 2
Known total R168.00
Main toll road N2 - North Coast Toll Road
This route includes 2 toll points from our database. The strongest toll-road match is N2 - North Coast Toll Road.
Middleburg Toll Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R84.00
Middleburg Toll Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R84.00
Stop Stopover sign
Halfway point
269.9 km
Mid-route position Road corridor partition
50 / 50
Time partition Start / finish split
3 hrs 19 min • 3 hrs 19 min
Waypoint reference Nearest route marker
Mid-route reference
Loc Route geography
Route geography
1049 → Richards Bay
Start and destination context
Start area Origin
1049, Mpumalanga
Destination area Arrival
Richards Bay
Road span Street reference
— • —
Post Postal reference
Postal reference
— • —
1049 → Richards Bay
1049 Origin postcode
Not available
Richards Bay Destination postcode
Not available
Province span Route area
South Africa
Set Nearby route set
Nearby route set
Pretoria to Nelspruit
3 other similar routes
Pretoria to Nelspruit Overlapping province
262.9 km
Johannesburg to Polokwane Similar distance
246.2 km
Cape Town to George Similar distance
166.8 km
Rev Related route set
Related route set
Richards Bay → 1049
1049 ↔ Richards Bay
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1049 to Cape Town Related trip
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Route atlas

Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

ZA-ATLAS
Origin 1049 -25.90809, 29.25099
Midpoint
269.9 km
Total: 539.3 km
Midpoint 269.9 km
539.3 km 6 hrs 38 min
Destination Richards Bay -28.77079, 32.05778

Route sheet

Route class Resolved South Africa route
Province span South Africa
One-way road span 539.3 km
Return-cycle span 1,078.5 km
Traversal time 6 hrs 38 min
Maneuver count 19
Maneuver density 3.5 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 269.9 km

Coordinate frame

Start -25.90809, 29.25099
Midpoint -27.20017, 31.06783
End -28.77079, 32.05778
Destination services

Available in Richards Bay

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 Clothing stores Fuel stations and garages Supermarkets Shopping malls
Nearby category Schools Top 6 nearby matches around Richards Bay
6
Nearby category Clothing stores Top 2 nearby matches around Richards Bay
2
  • H&M
    3900
  • PEP
    Richards Bay, 3900, KwaZulu-Natal
Nearby category Fuel stations and garages Top 2 nearby matches around Richards Bay
2
Nearby category Supermarkets Top 6 nearby matches around Richards Bay
6
Nearby category Shopping malls Top 1 nearby match around Richards Bay
1
  • Edgars
    Shop 23 Karel Landman Street dundee 3000 Karel Landman Street Dundee, Dundee
Destination brief

Travelling to Richards Bay

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

Signature Subtropical coast and wetlands gateway
Standout Working port city with easy access to nature
Richards Bay mixes port-city function with beaches, wetlands and game reserve access, giving it a practical coastal character rather than a pure resort identity.
Best for Who this destination suits
Business and port travel Subtropical coast stay Wetlands access North coast base
Arrival What to expect on arrival
The wider uMhlathuze area covers more than Richards Bay alone, so travellers should choose the exact suburb, hotel or industrial zone before leaving.
Regional base Good base for nearby trips
Use Richards Bay as a base for coastal work trips, subtropical leisure stays and access to nearby reserves and wetlands.
Destination facts Quick reference details
City of uMhlathuze tourism describes the area as rich in diversity and ideal for nature lovers
The city sits about 180 km north-east of Durban
The wider area combines beaches, wetlands, reserves and cultural attractions
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Questions 9
How far is 1049 from Richards Bay? +
1049 is about 539.3 km from Richards Bay by road.
How long does it take from 1049 to Richards Bay? +
The drive usually takes about 6 hrs 38 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from 1049 to Richards Bay in one day? +
Yes, for many drivers this can be done in one day.
Is taxi available from 1049 to Richards Bay? +
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 1049 to Richards Bay? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R902.73 (R23.25 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R907.00 (R23.36 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R1,005.62 (R25.90 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R1,013.78 (R26.11 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from 1049 to Richards Bay? +
Yes. There are 2 tollgates currently matched for this route.
What is the route verdict for this trip? +
Heavy long-distance trip: This is a serious road trip. Start early, plan rest stops, and consider whether an overnight stay makes more sense.
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

: Nelspruit
From 1049 To Richards Bay
: Hendrina
From 1049 To Richards Bay
Middelburg ()
From 1049 To Richards Bay
Nseleni
From 1049 To Richards Bay

Route Locations

Start area
1049, Mpumalanga
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available
Destination area
Richards Bay
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available

Distance comparisons

Here are similar South African routes with a close travel distance, prioritised by the same province or matching province pair where possible.

Pretoria to Nelspruit Overlapping province
About 276.4 km Difference: 262.9 km
Johannesburg to Polokwane Similar distance
About 293.1 km Difference: 246.2 km
Cape Town to George Similar distance
About 372.4 km Difference: 166.8 km
Mbombela to Middelburg Overlapping province
About 154.5 km Difference: 384.8 km
Durban to Richards Bay Similar distance
About 155.2 km Difference: 384.1 km

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