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Distance from 19 to Ladysmith

N 19 → Ladysmith
Road distance
320.7 km
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
200.7 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
1.60×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
6
Info Travel board
Travel time
3 hrs 56 min
Return: 52 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
236 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
81.5 km/h
Stop-adjusted ETA 1 planned rest stop
4 hrs 11 min
Fuel Service sign
Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km
93 Petrol R26.52 / litre
R612.44
95 Petrol R26.63 / litre
R614.98
Diesel 500ppm R32.30 / litre
R745.92
Diesel 50ppm R32.50 / litre
R750.54
93 Petrol R26.52 / litre
R808.08
95 Petrol R26.63 / litre
R811.43
Diesel 500ppm R32.30 / litre
R984.20
Diesel 50ppm R32.50 / litre
R990.29
93 Petrol R26.52 / litre
R1,063.26
95 Petrol R26.63 / litre
R1,067.67
Diesel 500ppm R32.30 / litre
R1,295.00
Diesel 50ppm R32.50 / litre
R1,303.02
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🧭 Route vector
Compass bearing
201° SSW
Forward azimuth heading
Return heading Reverse azimuth
21° NNE
Coordinate delta Lat / Lon shift
South-West
Start coords Origin point
-26.8702, 30.5034
End coords Destination point
-28.5587, 29.7825
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Route class Operational trip category
Local shared
Calculating arrival…
19 to Ladysmith is a solid inter-town journey, covering about 320.7 km in roughly 3 hrs 56 min.
Travel modes
19 → Ladysmith
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Car
320.7 km
3 hrs 56 min
Road route
🏍️ Estimate
Two-wheeler
320.7 km
~4 hrs 56 min
65 km/h avg
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Flight
321 km
↑ 1 hr 17 min faster
Flight time
38 min
With airport
~2 hrs 38 min
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320.7 km 3 hrs 56 min
Start 19
Finish Ladysmith
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Start point
Destination
Driving route
Navigation sign

Turn-by-turn directions

↑
  1. Start your journey
    4.2 km
  2. At the end of the road, turn left
    9.0 km
  3. Take the exit ramp slight left
    59.4 km
  4. Turn left onto De Emigratie Street
    248.1 km
  5. Turn right
    0.1 km
  6. You have arrived at your destination
    0.0 km
Routes ↩ Ladysmith → 19 19 to Johannesburg 19 to Pretoria 19 to Cape Town 19 to Durban Johannesburg to Ladysmith Pretoria to Ladysmith Cape Town to Ladysmith
Stop Stopover sign
Halfway point
160.7 km
Mid-route position Road corridor partition
50 / 50
Time partition Start / finish split
1 hr 58 min • 1 hr 58 min
Waypoint reference Nearest route marker
Mid-route reference
Vec Consumption & emissions
Consumption & emissions profile
23.1 L needed
Low efficiency • 7.2 L/100km baseline
CO2 emitted Estimated tailpipe output
53.3 kg
Fuel mass Approximate tank weight
17.3 kg
Cost per km Based on 95 Petrol
R1.92
Directness index As-the-crow-flies ratio
62.6%
☀ Solar data
Daylight window at Ladysmith
06:34 – 17:19
Outside daylight hours
Solar noonHighest sun position
Total daylightUsable driving light
10 hrs 44 min
Light remainingUntil sunset
Expired
SunriseDawn break
06:34
Fin Tax & wear
Wear & SARS deduction
R1,340.70
Single trip SARS allowance
SARS rate R4.18/km fixed rate
R4.18/km
Tyre wear Estimated tread cost
R6.41
Service wear Oil & filter allocation
R64.15
Total trip wear Excludes fuel & tolls
R1,411.27
Nav Maneuver index
Navigation complexity
Low (1)
Turn difficulty rating
Roundabouts Multi-path navigation
0
Lane merges Yield required
0
Complex forks Path selection
0
Highway exits Deceleration zones
1
Route atlas

Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

ZA-ATLAS
Origin 19 -26.87023, 30.50343
Midpoint
160.7 km
Total: 320.7 km
Midpoint 160.7 km
320.7 km 3 hrs 56 min
Destination Ladysmith -28.55873, 29.78250

Route sheet

Route class Resolved South Africa route
Province span South Africa
One-way road span 320.7 km
Return-cycle span 641.5 km
Traversal time 3 hrs 56 min
Maneuver count 6
Maneuver density 1.9 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 160.7 km

Coordinate frame

Start -26.87023, 30.50343
Midpoint -27.28227, 29.89586
End -28.55873, 29.78250
Destination services

Available in Ladysmith

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 Banks Fuel stations and garages Supermarkets
Nearby category Schools Top 6 nearby matches around Ladysmith
6
Nearby category Clothing stores Top 1 nearby match around Ladysmith
1
  • PEP
    Keate Street, Ladysmith, 3370, KwaZulu-Natal
Nearby category Banks Top 1 nearby match around Ladysmith
1
  • ABSA
    Murchison Street
Nearby category Fuel stations and garages Top 3 nearby matches around Ladysmith
3
  • Shell Select
    3370, KwaZulu-Natal
  • Shell
    87 Murchinson Street, Ladysmith, 3370, KwaZulu-Natal
  • Shell
    52 Newcastle Road, Ladysmith, 3370, KwaZulu-Natal
Nearby category Supermarkets Top 4 nearby matches around Ladysmith
4
  • Shoprite
    Ladysmith, 3370, KwaZulu-Natal
  • Boxer
    Ladysmith, 3370, KwaZulu-Natal
  • Pick n Pay
    Ladysmith, 3370, KwaZulu-Natal
  • Quickshop
    11 Murchison Street, Ladysmith
Destination brief

Travelling to Ladysmith

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

Standout Why Ladysmith stands out
Ladysmith works as a central KZN inland stop with a historic and corridor character, so balances destination and stopover use.
Arrival What to expect on arrival
Ladysmith arrival quality improves when the route is planned as either a stopover or a true final stay, not both vaguely at once.
Regional base Good base for nearby trips
Best for Ladysmith stays, meetings and longer KZN inland stop planning.
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Questions 9
How far is 19 from Ladysmith? +
19 is about 320.7 km from Ladysmith by road.
How long does it take from 19 to Ladysmith? +
The drive usually takes about 3 hrs 56 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from 19 to Ladysmith in one day? +
Yes, for many drivers this can be done in one day.
Is taxi available from 19 to Ladysmith? +
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 19 to Ladysmith? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R612.44 (R26.52 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R614.98 (R26.63 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R745.92 (R32.30 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R750.54 (R32.50 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from 19 to Ladysmith? +
No tollgates are currently matched for this route.
What is the route verdict for this trip? +
Long same-day trip: This can work in one day, but a rest stop and early departure are recommended.
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. This route looks more local or regional, but always check signs and road conditions on the day.
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Route Locations

Start area
19, Mpumalanga
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available
Destination area
Ladysmith
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available

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