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Distance from 1049 to Underberg

1049 to Underberg is a full long-distance road trip, covering about 636.7 km in roughly 7 hrs 51 min.

N 1049 → Underberg
Road distance
636.7 km
N11 N12 N3 R103
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
432.5 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
1.47×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
24
Info Travel board
Travel time
7 hrs 51 min
Return: 42 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
471 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
81.0 km/h
Stop-adjusted ETA 3 planned rest stops
8 hrs 36 min
Fuel Service sign
Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R1,065.80
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R1,070.84
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R1,187.28
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R1,196.90
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R1,406.26
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R1,412.91
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R1,566.54
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R1,579.25
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R1,850.34
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R1,859.10
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R2,061.24
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R2,077.96
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🧭 Route vector
Compass bearing
177° S
Forward azimuth heading
Return heading Reverse azimuth
357° N
Coordinate delta Lat / Lon shift
South-West
Start coords Origin point
-25.9081, 29.2510
End coords Destination point
-29.7920, 29.4941
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Route class Operational trip category
Local shared
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636.7 km 7 hrs 51 min
Start 1049
Finish Underberg
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Start point
Destination
Driving route
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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. Continue straight onto De Emigratie Street
    252.1 km
  13. Turn left
    2.6 km
  14. Turn right
    12.4 km
  15. Take the exit ramp left towards N3: Pietermaritzburg
    0.9 km
  16. Merge slight right
    124.9 km
  17. Take the exit ramp slight left towards R103: Midmar
    0.3 km
  18. Turn left onto Prospect Road
    1.9 km
  19. At the end of the road, turn right onto Main Street
    2.1 km
  20. Turn right
    0.2 km
  21. At the end of the road, turn right
    109.9 km
  22. Turn right onto Sani Road
    0.2 km
  23. Turn left
    0.1 km
  24. You have arrived at your destination
    0.0 km
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Tolls on this route

R
Tolls found 12
Known total R669.00
Main toll road N3
This route includes 12 toll points from our database. The strongest toll-road match is N3.
Middleburg Toll Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R84.00
Middleburg Toll Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R84.00
Bergville
Road: Road not linked yet
R30.00
Treverton Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R21.00
Treverton Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R21.00
Bergville
Road: Road not linked yet
R30.00
Mooi Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R70.00
Mooi Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R70.00
Mooi Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R70.00
Mooi Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R70.00
Mooi
Road: Road not linked yet
R70.00
Mooi Ramp Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R49.00
Routes ↩ Underberg → 1049 1049 to Johannesburg 1049 to Pretoria 1049 to Cape Town 1049 to Durban Johannesburg to Underberg Pretoria to Underberg Cape Town to Underberg
Stop Stopover sign
Halfway point
318.9 km
Mid-route position Road corridor partition
50 / 50
Time partition Start / finish split
3 hrs 55 min • 3 hrs 55 min
Waypoint reference Nearest route marker
Mid-route reference
Vec Consumption & emissions
Consumption & emissions profile
45.8 L needed
Low efficiency • 7.2 L/100km baseline
CO2 emitted Estimated tailpipe output
105.9 kg
Fuel mass Approximate tank weight
34.4 kg
Cost per km Based on 95 Petrol
R1.68
Directness index As-the-crow-flies ratio
67.9%
☀ Solar data
Daylight window at Underberg
06:32 – 17:24
Active daylight
Solar noonHighest sun position
Total daylightUsable driving light
10 hrs 52 min
Light remainingUntil sunset
6 hrs 26 min
SunriseDawn break
06:32
Fin Tax & wear
Wear & SARS deduction
R2,661.31
Single trip SARS allowance
SARS rate R4.18/km fixed rate
R4.18/km
Tyre wear Estimated tread cost
R12.73
Service wear Oil & filter allocation
R127.34
Total trip wear Excludes fuel & tolls
R2,801.38
Nav Maneuver index
Navigation complexity
Moderate (14)
Turn difficulty rating
Roundabouts Multi-path navigation
1
Lane merges Yield required
3
Complex forks Path selection
0
Highway exits Deceleration zones
4
Route atlas

Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

ZA-ATLAS
Origin 1049 -25.90809, 29.25099
Midpoint
318.9 km
Total: 636.7 km
Midpoint 318.9 km
636.7 km 7 hrs 51 min
Destination Underberg -29.79196, 29.49415

Route sheet

Route class Resolved South Africa route
Province span South Africa
One-way road span 636.7 km
Return-cycle span 1,273.4 km
Traversal time 7 hrs 51 min
Maneuver count 24
Maneuver density 3.8 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 318.9 km

Coordinate frame

Start -25.90809, 29.25099
Midpoint -28.10850, 29.98166
End -29.79196, 29.49415
Destination services

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Service groups 1
Schools
Nearby category Schools Top 1 nearby match around Underberg
1
Destination brief

Travelling to Underberg

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

Signature Sani Pass foothills base
Standout Foothills town for mountain country travel
Underberg works best as a practical and scenic base for the southern Drakensberg, especially for travellers heading into farm country, mountain activities or Sani Pass-side touring.
Best for Who this destination suits
Southern Berg base Sani Pass access Outdoor travel Country stay
Arrival What to expect on arrival
This is a functional base as much as a scenic one, so the exact lodge, farm stay or activity start point matters more than routing only to the town name.
Regional base Good base for nearby trips
Use Underberg for southern Drakensberg access, Sani Pass planning, mountain activity days and quieter country accommodation.
Destination facts Quick reference details
Underberg attractions and tourism material emphasise hiking, fishing, birding and mountain activity
The Southern Drakensberg tourism organisation is based in Underberg
The town is closely tied to Sani Pass travel planning
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Questions 9
How far is 1049 from Underberg? +
1049 is about 636.7 km from Underberg by road.
How long does it take from 1049 to Underberg? +
The drive usually takes about 7 hrs 51 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from 1049 to Underberg 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 1049 to Underberg? +
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 Underberg? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R1,065.80 (R23.25 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R1,070.84 (R23.36 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R1,187.28 (R25.90 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R1,196.90 (R26.11 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from 1049 to Underberg? +
Yes. There are 12 tollgates 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

: Nelspruit
From 1049 To Underberg
: Hendrina
From 1049 To Underberg
Middelburg ()
From 1049 To Underberg
: Pietermaritzburg
From 1049 To Underberg
: Midmar
From 1049 To Underberg
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From 1049 To Underberg

Route Locations

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

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