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Distance from A1 Lille to Durban

A1 Lille to Durban is a full long-distance road trip, covering about 556.6 km in roughly 6 hrs 23 min.

N A1 Lille → Durban
Road distance
556.6 km
M13 N3
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
490.8 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
1.13×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
22
Info Travel board
Travel time
6 hrs 23 min
Start point
Lille Road
End point
the fork onto Che Guevara Road
Return: 47 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
383 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
87.0 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
R931.81
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R936.22
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R1,038.02
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R1,046.43
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R1,229.47
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R1,235.29
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R1,369.61
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R1,380.71
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R1,617.73
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R1,625.38
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R1,802.11
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R1,816.73
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🧭 Route vector
Compass bearing
146° SE
Forward azimuth heading
Return heading Reverse azimuth
326° NW
Coordinate delta Lat / Lon shift
South-West
Start coords Origin point
-26.2258, 28.1741
End coords Destination point
-29.8618, 31.0099
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Long-distance caution
Route class Operational trip category
Local shared
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556.6 km 6 hrs 23 min
Start A1 Lille
Finish Durban
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Start point
Destination
Driving route
Navigation sign

Turn-by-turn directions

↑
  1. Head on Lille Road
    0.1 km
  2. Turn sharp right onto Delville Road North
    0.4 km
  3. Continue straight onto Vimy Ridge
    0.5 km
  4. Continue right onto Vimy Ridge
    0.0 km
  5. Turn left onto Lake Road
    1.0 km
  6. Continue straight onto Russel Road
    0.7 km
  7. Continue straight onto Wits Rifles Road
    1.8 km
  8. Go straight onto Black Reef Road
    0.8 km
  9. Turn right onto Grey Avenue
    1.2 km
  10. Take the ramp slight left towards N3: Durban
    0.6 km
  11. Merge slight right
    53.6 km
  12. Keep slight left at the fork
    464.0 km
  13. Keep slight right at the fork towards N3: Durban
    9.3 km
  14. Keep slight left at the fork
    20.3 km
  15. Take the exit ramp slight left towards M13: Berea
    0.3 km
  16. Go straight onto King Dinuzulu Road
    0.9 km
  17. Turn right onto Botanic Gardens Road
    0.1 km
  18. Continue straight onto Cleaver Road
    0.2 km
  19. Turn left onto Che Guevara Road
    0.8 km
  20. Turn left onto Magwaza Maphalala Street
    0.1 km
  21. Keep slight right at the fork onto Che Guevara Road
    0.2 km
  22. You have arrived at your destination
    0.0 km
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Tolls on this route

R
Tolls found 29
Known total R1,479.00
Main toll road N3
This route includes 29 toll points from our database. The strongest toll-road match is N3. 1 Gauteng open-road / gantry toll point is shown as R0.00 because GFIP e-toll charging ended from 12 April 2024.
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
Tugela
Road: Road not linked yet
R100.00
Tugela
Road: Road not linked yet
R100.00
Mooi Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R70.00
Treverton Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R21.00
Treverton Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R21.00
Wilge
Road: Road not linked yet
R94.00
Wilge
Road: Road not linked yet
R94.00
Wilge
Road: 169
R94.00
Mariannhill Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R16.50
Mariannhill Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R16.50
Mariannhill Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R16.50
Wilge
Road: Road not linked yet
R94.00
Mariannhill Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R16.50
Unnamed e-Toll gantry near -26.274, 28.149
Road: GFIP / Gauteng e-Toll network
R0.00
De Hoek
Road: Road not linked yet
R67.00
De Hoek
Road: Road not linked yet
R67.00
De Hoek
Road: Road not linked yet
R67.00
De Hoek
Road: Road not linked yet
R67.00
Mooi
Road: Road not linked yet
R70.00
Mooi Ramp Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R49.00
Gosforth
Road: Road not linked yet
R17.00
Gosforth
Road: Road not linked yet
R17.00
Gosforth
Road: Road not linked yet
R17.00
Gosforth
Road: Road not linked yet
R17.00
Bergville
Road: Road not linked yet
R30.00
Bergville
Road: Road not linked yet
R30.00
Routes ↩ Durban → A1 Lille A1 Lille to Johannesburg A1 Lille to Pretoria A1 Lille to Cape Town A1 Lille to Durban Johannesburg to Durban Pretoria to Durban Cape Town to Durban
Stop Stopover sign
Halfway point
278.7 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
40.1 L needed
Highly direct • 7.2 L/100km baseline
CO2 emitted Estimated tailpipe output
92.6 kg
Fuel mass Approximate tank weight
30.1 kg
Cost per km Based on 95 Petrol
R1.68
Directness index As-the-crow-flies ratio
88.2%
☀ Solar data
Daylight window at Durban
06:25 – 17:19
Active daylight
Solar noonHighest sun position
Total daylightUsable driving light
10 hrs 53 min
Light remainingUntil sunset
10 hrs 46 min
SunriseDawn break
06:25
Fin Tax & wear
Wear & SARS deduction
R2,326.75
Single trip SARS allowance
SARS rate R4.18/km fixed rate
R4.18/km
Tyre wear Estimated tread cost
R11.13
Service wear Oil & filter allocation
R111.33
Total trip wear Excludes fuel & tolls
R2,449.21
Nav Maneuver index
Navigation complexity
Moderate (11)
Turn difficulty rating
Roundabouts Multi-path navigation
0
Lane merges Yield required
1
Complex forks Path selection
4
Highway exits Deceleration zones
1
Route atlas

Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

ZA-ATLAS
Origin A1 Lille Start: Lille Road -26.22584, 28.17408
Midpoint
278.7 km
Total: 556.6 km
Midpoint 278.7 km
556.6 km 6 hrs 23 min
Destination Durban End: the fork onto Che Guevara Road -29.86183, 31.00991

Route sheet

Route class Resolved South Africa route
Province span South Africa
One-way road span 556.6 km
Return-cycle span 1,113.3 km
Traversal time 6 hrs 23 min
Maneuver count 22
Maneuver density 4.0 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 278.7 km

Coordinate frame

Start -26.22584, 28.17408
Midpoint -28.33768, 29.27587
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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Questions 9
How far is A1 Lille from Durban? +
A1 Lille is about 556.6 km from Durban by road.
How long does it take from A1 Lille to Durban? +
The drive usually takes about 6 hrs 23 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from A1 Lille to Durban 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 A1 Lille 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 A1 Lille to Durban? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R931.81 (R23.25 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R936.22 (R23.36 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R1,038.02 (R25.90 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R1,046.43 (R26.11 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from A1 Lille to Durban? +
Yes. There are 29 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

Vimy Ridge
From A1 Lille To Durban
: Durban
From A1 Lille To Durban
: Berea
From A1 Lille To Durban

Route Locations

Start area
A1 Lille, Gauteng
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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