Distance from Afda 18 Lower Scott Road Salt River Cape Town to Pietermaritzburg

N Afda 18 Lower Scott Road Salt River Cape Town → Pietermaritzburg

Road distance

1,553.2 km

Highway dominant · N1 / N5

Afda 18 Lower Scott Road Salt River Cape Town to Pietermaritzburg is a full long-distance road trip, covering about 1,553.2 km in roughly 17 hrs 15 min.

Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference

1,223.7 km

Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio

1.27×

Navigation steps Instruction count in route set

Info Travel board

Travel time

17 hrs 15 min

End point

Pietermaritz Street

Return: 34 hrs 30 min

Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration

1035 min

Average velocity Distance over route runtime

90.0 km/h

Stop-adjusted ETA 8 planned rest stops

19 hrs 15 min

Fuel Service sign

Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km

93 Petrol R27.95 / litre

R3,125.74

95 Petrol R28.06 / litre

R3,138.04

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🧭 Route vector

Compass bearing

70° ENE

Forward azimuth heading

Return heading Reverse azimuth

250° WSW

Coordinate delta Lat / Lon shift

North-East

Start coords Origin point

-33.9316, 18.4676

End coords Destination point

-29.6000, 30.3789

Taxi Transport options

Shared taxi fare

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Long-distance caution

Route class Operational trip category

Long-distance

Operator type Service format

Minibus taxi

Weather 11 °C Afda 18 Lower Scott Road Salt River Cape Town Clear Sky View Forecast → 14 °C Pietermaritzburg Cloudy View Forecast →

Travel modes

Afda 18 Lower Scott Road Salt River Cape Town → Pietermaritzburg

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Car

1,553.2 km

17 hrs 15 min

Road route

🏍️ Estimate

Two-wheeler

1,553.2 km

~23 hrs 53 min

65 km/h avg

✈ CPT → JNB → PZB (2 hrs 25 min)
↑ 13 hrs 4 min faster than driving · Search →

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Hotel Near Afda 18 Lower Scott Road Salt River Cape Town

Victoria & Alfred Hotel

PierHead, V&A Complex, Dock Rd, Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, V&A Waterfront, Cape Town, Western Cape, 8001 5 km from start

"Victoria & Alfred Hotel is one of those Cape Town hotels where the location does…"

B 5 km from start

Hotel

Hotel Near Afda 18 Lower Scott Road Salt River Cape Town

City Lodge Hotel V&A Waterfront

47 Alfred Street, Cape Town City Centre, V&A Waterfront, Cape Town, Western Cape, 8000 5 km from start

"City Lodge Hotel V&A Waterfront is a well-located Cape Town option for traveller…"

B 5 km from start

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Hotel Past halfway

Protea Hotel Bloemfontein Willow Lake

101 Henry Street, Willows, Willows, Bloemfontein, Free State, 9301 908 km from start

"Protea Hotel Bloemfontein Willow Lake offers a stay that feels convenient withou…"

B 908 km from start

Hotel

Hotel Past halfway

City Lodge Hotel Bloemfontein

175 Nelson Mandela Drive, Westdene, Westdene, Bloemfontein, Free State, 9301 908 km from start

"City Lodge Hotel Bloemfontein offers comfortable, convenient accommodation in th…"

B 908 km from start

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Route

Route overview

Live map, directions, tolls and route services.

Map Directions Tolls Trip planning

Start Afda 18 Lower Scott Road Salt River Cape Town

Finish Pietermaritzburg

Map key

Start point

Destination

Driving route

Navigation sign

Turn-by-turn directions

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Directions from Afda 18 Lower Scott Road Salt River Cape Town to Pietermaritzburg via N1 and N5

National highway route N1N5
Start your journey

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Turn make a U-turn

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Turn left

0.0 km
Turn right onto Tasman Road

0.0 km
Turn left onto Cole Street

0.1 km
Turn sharp right onto Lower Main Road

0.4 km
Turn sharp right onto Malta Road

0.7 km
Continue straight onto Berkley Road

0.6 km
Take the ramp slight left

0.3 km
Merge slight right onto Black River Parkway

0.6 km
Take the exit ramp slight left towards N1: Paarl

1.3 km
Merge slight right

456.5 km
At the roundabout, take the 3rd exit onto Donkin Street

0.1 km
Continue onto Donkin Street

2.0 km
Continue straight

644.6 km
Take the exit ramp slight left towards N5

0.6 km
Turn right

66.5 km
Continue straight

71.4 km
Turn right onto Hospital Road

91.6 km
Merge slight right

211.0 km
Take the exit ramp slight left

0.7 km
Turn right onto Peter Brown Drive

0.4 km
At the roundabout, take the 2nd exit onto Howick Road

0.1 km
Continue onto Howick Road

2.8 km
Continue straight onto Chief Albert Luthuli Road

0.8 km
Turn left onto Prince Edward Street

0.2 km
Turn left onto Otto Street

0.1 km
Turn left onto Pietermaritz Street

0.0 km
You have arrived at your destination

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Navigation sign

Tolls on this route

Tolls found 15

Known total R883.00

Main toll road N1

This route includes 15 toll points from our database. The strongest toll-road match is N1.

Tugela

Road: Road not linked yet

R100.00

Tugela

Road: Road not linked yet

R100.00

Huguenot

Road: Road not linked yet

R54.50

Huguenot

Road: Road not linked yet

R54.50

Huguenot

Road: Road not linked yet

R54.50

Unnamed toll booth near Huguenot

Road: Near Huguenot / N1 corridor

R0.00

Mooi Ramp Plaza

Road: Road not linked yet

R49.00

Mooi

Road: Road not linked yet

R70.00

Verkeerdevlei

Road: Road not linked yet

R78.50

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

Treverton Plaza

Road: Road not linked yet

R21.00

Treverton Plaza

Road: Road not linked yet

R21.00

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Stop Stopover sign

Halfway point

776.5 km

Mid-route position Road corridor partition

50 / 50

Time partition Start / finish split

8 hrs 37 min • 8 hrs 37 min

Waypoint reference Nearest route marker

Mid-route reference

Vec Consumption & emissions

Consumption & emissions profile

111.8 L needed

Moderate efficiency • 7.2 L/100km baseline

CO2 emitted Estimated tailpipe output

258.3 kg

Fuel mass Approximate tank weight

83.9 kg

Cost per km Based on 95 Petrol

R2.02

Directness index As-the-crow-flies ratio

78.8%

☀ Solar data

Daylight window at Pietermaritzburg

06:51 – 17:06

Outside daylight hours

Solar noonHighest sun position

11:58

Total daylightUsable driving light

10 hrs 15 min

Light remainingUntil sunset

13 hrs 55 min

SunriseDawn break

06:51

Fin Tax & wear

Wear & SARS deduction

R6,492.54

Single trip SARS allowance

SARS rate R4.18/km fixed rate

R4.18/km

Tyre wear Estimated tread cost

R31.06

Service wear Oil & filter allocation

R310.65

Total trip wear Excludes fuel & tolls

R6,834.25

Nav Maneuver index

Navigation complexity

High (24)

Turn difficulty rating

Roundabouts Multi-path navigation

Lane merges Yield required

Complex forks Path selection

Highway exits Deceleration zones

Route atlas

Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

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Origin Afda 18 Lower Scott Road Salt River Cape Town -33.93162, 18.46762

Midpoint

776.5 km

Total: 1,553.2 km

Midpoint 776.5 km

1,553.2 km 17 hrs 15 min

Destination Pietermaritzburg End: Pietermaritz Street -29.60000, 30.37889

Route sheet

Route class Resolved South Africa route

Province span South Africa

One-way road span 1,553.2 km

Return-cycle span 3,106.5 km

Traversal time 17 hrs 15 min

Maneuver count 29

Maneuver density 1.9 /100 km

Midpoint chainage 776.5 km

Coordinate frame

Start -33.93162, 18.46762

Midpoint -30.70391, 25.11801

End -29.60000, 30.37889

Destination brief

Travelling to Pietermaritzburg

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

Signature KZN capital city

Standout Capital city with heritage and Midlands access

Pietermaritzburg has more weight than a routine inland stop because it combines provincial-capital status with heritage, sport and quick access to the Midlands side of KwaZulu-Natal.

Best for Who this destination suits

Capital city stay Midlands gateway Business trip Heritage travel

Arrival What to expect on arrival

CBD, Scottsville, university-side and N3-adjacent arrivals can feel quite different, so the exact suburb or venue matters.

Regional base Good base for nearby trips

Use Pietermaritzburg as a KZN capital base for business travel, heritage stops and onward drives into the Midlands and Drakensberg direction.

Destination facts Quick reference details

Pietermaritzburg Tourism describes it as the capital city of KwaZulu-Natal

The city works as both a destination and a route hub

It sits close to the Midlands touring zone

Route support

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How far is Afda 18 Lower Scott Road Salt River Cape Town from Pietermaritzburg? +

Afda 18 Lower Scott Road Salt River Cape Town is about 1,553.2 km from Pietermaritzburg by road.

How long does it take from Afda 18 Lower Scott Road Salt River Cape Town to Pietermaritzburg? +

The drive usually takes about 17 hrs 15 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.

Is it possible to drive from Afda 18 Lower Scott Road Salt River Cape Town to Pietermaritzburg 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 Afda 18 Lower Scott Road Salt River Cape Town to Pietermaritzburg? +

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 Afda 18 Lower Scott Road Salt River Cape Town to Pietermaritzburg? +

Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R3,125.74 (R27.95 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R3,138.04 (R28.06 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R3,122.38 (R27.92 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R3,272.24 (R29.26 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.

Are there any tollgates from Afda 18 Lower Scott Road Salt River Cape Town to Pietermaritzburg? +

Yes. There are 15 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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Places from Afda 18 Lower Scott Road Salt River Cape Town to Pietermaritzburg

Bootlegger Coffee Company

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Mugg & Bean

Total Sports

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Mndeni Butchery

Nedbank City Centre Pietermaritzburg

Bonjour

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Rocket Racing Pietermaritzburg

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Bombers Equestrian Equipment

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SaveAct Trust

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Jacks Tyres PMP

Riverwood College

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Longmarket Girls School

automotive repairers

Merchiston Preparatory School

Alston Primary School

Dirt Road Pmb

One Stop Licensing

Quickshop

Cordwalles Preparatory School

Maritzburg College

Liberty Midland Mall

Alexandra High School

IT Certification Academy

Nedbank Scottsville

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A & D Auto Spares

Greater Edendale Mall

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Astron Energy

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Pick n Pay Express

Komati Foods

Bonjour

Home Bao

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Victoria & Alfred Hotel

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Protea Hotel Bloemfontein Willow Lake

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