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Distance from 29 to Durban

29 to Durban is a full long-distance road trip, covering about 474.1 km in roughly 6 hrs 23 min.

N 29 → Durban
Road distance
474.1 km
M41 R102
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
349.8 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
1.36×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
39
Info Travel board
Travel time
6 hrs 23 min
End point
Che Guevara Road
Return: 46 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
383 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
74.2 km/h
Stop-adjusted ETA 3 planned rest stops
7 hrs 8 min
Fuel Service sign
Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R793.70
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R797.46
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R884.17
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R891.34
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R1,047.25
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R1,052.20
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R1,166.61
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R1,176.07
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R1,377.96
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R1,384.48
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R1,535.02
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R1,547.46
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🧭 Route vector
Compass bearing
170° S
Forward azimuth heading
Return heading Reverse azimuth
350° N
Coordinate delta Lat / Lon shift
South-West
Start coords Origin point
-26.7609, 30.4083
End coords Destination point
-29.8618, 31.0099
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Route class Operational trip category
Local shared
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474.1 km 6 hrs 23 min
Start 29
Finish Durban
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Destination
Driving route
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Turn-by-turn directions

↑
  1. Start your journey
    1.1 km
  2. Turn left
    1.3 km
  3. Turn left
    0.2 km
  4. Turn left
    0.2 km
  5. At the end of the road, turn left
    0.4 km
  6. Turn right
    0.5 km
  7. At the end of the road, turn right
    1.7 km
  8. Continue straight
    2.2 km
  9. Turn right
    0.2 km
  10. At the end of the road, turn left
    45.9 km
  11. At the roundabout, take the 1st exit
    0.0 km
  12. Continue
    5.8 km
  13. Turn right
    48.0 km
  14. Continue left
    1.1 km
  15. Turn right
    45.2 km
  16. Turn right
    2.7 km
  17. Continue straight
    6.0 km
  18. Turn right
    152.6 km
  19. Continue straight
    46.8 km
  20. Take the ramp right
    0.7 km
  21. Merge slight right onto North Coast Toll Road
    84.3 km
  22. Continue straight onto Outer Ring Road
    7.4 km
  23. Take the exit ramp slight left towards M41: Mt Edgecombe
    0.2 km
  24. Keep slight left at the fork towards M41: uMhlanga
    0.5 km
  25. Merge slight right
    3.3 km
  26. Merge slight right onto Leo Boyd Highway
    3.1 km
  27. Continue straight onto Ruth First Highway
    8.0 km
  28. Continue straight onto Stalwart Simelane Street
    0.8 km
  29. Continue straight onto Florence Nzama Street
    0.7 km
  30. Turn right onto Bram Fischer Road
    1.7 km
  31. Continue slight left onto David Webster Street towards Julius Nyerere Avenue
    0.3 km
  32. Go straight onto Market Road
    0.2 km
  33. Keep slight right at the fork onto Khuzimpi Shezi Road
    0.4 km
  34. Turn right onto Anton Lembede Street towards North Coast
    0.0 km
  35. Turn slight left onto Sydney Road towards R102: South Coast
    0.3 km
  36. Turn right onto Che Guevara Road
    0.1 km
  37. Turn right
    0.1 km
  38. Go straight onto Che Guevara Road
    0.1 km
  39. You have arrived at your destination
    0.0 km
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Tolls on this route

R
Tolls found 13
Known total R196.50
Main toll road Not found
This route includes 13 toll points from our database.
Dokodweni
Road: Road not linked yet
R27.00
oThongathi Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R15.50
oThongathi Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R15.50
oThongathi Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R15.50
Mvoti Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R18.50
Mvoti Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R18.50
oThongathi Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R15.50
oThongathi
Road: Road not linked yet
R7.50
oThongathi
Road: Road not linked yet
R7.50
Dokodweni Ramp Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R27.00
King Shaka Airport
Road: Road not linked yet
R8.50
Mandini Ramp Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R10.00
Mandini
Road: Road not linked yet
R10.00
Routes ↩ Durban → 29 29 to Johannesburg 29 to Pretoria 29 to Cape Town 29 to Durban Johannesburg to Durban Pretoria to Durban Cape Town to Durban
Stop Stopover sign
Halfway point
237.4 km
Mid-route position Road corridor partition
50 / 50
Time partition Start / finish split
3 hrs 11 min • 3 hrs 11 min
Waypoint reference Nearest route marker
Mid-route reference
Vec Consumption & emissions
Consumption & emissions profile
34.1 L needed
Moderate efficiency • 7.2 L/100km baseline
CO2 emitted Estimated tailpipe output
78.9 kg
Fuel mass Approximate tank weight
25.6 kg
Cost per km Based on 95 Petrol
R1.68
Directness index As-the-crow-flies ratio
73.8%
☀ Solar data
Daylight window at Durban
06:25 – 17:20
Outside daylight hours
Solar noonHighest sun position
Total daylightUsable driving light
10 hrs 55 min
Light remainingUntil sunset
Expired
SunriseDawn break
06:25
Fin Tax & wear
Wear & SARS deduction
R1,981.89
Single trip SARS allowance
SARS rate R4.18/km fixed rate
R4.18/km
Tyre wear Estimated tread cost
R9.48
Service wear Oil & filter allocation
R94.83
Total trip wear Excludes fuel & tolls
R2,086.20
Nav Maneuver index
Navigation complexity
High (16)
Turn difficulty rating
Roundabouts Multi-path navigation
1
Lane merges Yield required
3
Complex forks Path selection
2
Highway exits Deceleration zones
2
Route atlas

Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

ZA-ATLAS
Origin 29 -26.76093, 30.40830
Midpoint
237.4 km
Total: 474.1 km
Midpoint 237.4 km
474.1 km 6 hrs 23 min
Destination Durban End: Che Guevara Road -29.86183, 31.00991

Route sheet

Route class Resolved South Africa route
Province span South Africa
One-way road span 474.1 km
Return-cycle span 948.3 km
Traversal time 6 hrs 23 min
Maneuver count 39
Maneuver density 8.2 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 237.4 km

Coordinate frame

Start -26.76093, 30.40830
Midpoint -28.28148, 31.21004
End -29.86183, 31.00991
Destination services

Available in Durban

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

Service groups 6
Schools Clothing stores Banks Fuel stations and garages Supermarkets Shopping malls
Nearby category Schools Top 6 nearby matches around Durban
6
Nearby category Clothing stores Top 5 nearby matches around Durban
5
  • Mr Price
    380 Doctor Pixley Kaseme Street, Durban, 4001
  • Woolworths
    344 Doctor Pixley Kaseme Street, Durban, 4001
  • PEP
    55 Gillespie Street, Durban, 4001, KwaZulu-Natal
  • PEP
    430 Peter Mokaba Ridge Road, Durban, 4001, KwaZulu-Natal
  • Minty's
    542 Peter Mokaba Ridge, Durban, 4001
Nearby category Banks Top 3 nearby matches around Durban
3
Nearby category Fuel stations and garages Top 6 nearby matches around Durban
6
Nearby category Supermarkets Top 6 nearby matches around Durban
6
Nearby category Shopping malls Top 2 nearby matches around Durban
2
Destination brief

Travelling to Durban

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

Signature Warm coast metro
Standout Beachfront city with year-round coastal pull
Best for Who this destination suits
Beach break Family travel Events trip Business travel
Arrival What to expect on arrival
The beachfront, central Durban, uMhlanga side and wider metro arrivals do not behave the same way. Route planning works best with the final district named clearly.
Local pulse
Durban Tourism is actively promoting current travel deals, events and city adventures, so timing can add real value to a Durban-bound trip.
Updated: 2026-04-08 · Source: Durban Tourism
Regional base Good base for nearby trips
Use Durban as a coastal base for beaches, family trips, business events and onward drives into the North Coast, South Coast and Midlands.
Destination facts Quick reference details
Durban Tourism actively promotes deals, events and travel planning
The city combines leisure and event travel
The wider metro is more spread out than a single-city label suggests
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Route FAQ

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Questions 9
How far is 29 from Durban? +
29 is about 474.1 km from Durban by road.
How long does it take from 29 to Durban? +
The drive usually takes about 6 hrs 23 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from 29 to Durban in one day? +
Yes, for many drivers this can be done in one day.
Is taxi available from 29 to Durban? +
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 29 to Durban? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R793.70 (R23.25 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R797.46 (R23.36 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R884.17 (R25.90 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R891.34 (R26.11 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from 29 to Durban? +
Yes. There are 13 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. This route looks more local or regional, but always check signs and road conditions on the day.
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Towns along the route

: Mt Edgecombe
From 29 To Durban
Phoenix
From 29 To Durban
uMhlanga
From 29 To Durban
Coast
From 29 To Durban
Berea
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Pietermaritzburg
From 29 To Durban
Victoria Emb
From 29 To Durban

Route Locations

Start area
29, Mpumalanga
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available
Destination area
Durban
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available

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