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Distance from Aliwal N2 to Durban

Aliwal N2 to Durban is a full long-distance road trip, covering about 696.0 km in roughly 9 hrs 27 min.

N Aliwal N2 → Durban
Road distance
696.0 km
N2
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
423.1 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
1.64×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
20
Info Travel board
Travel time
9 hrs 27 min
End point
Che Guevara Road
Return: 55 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
567 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
73.6 km/h
Stop-adjusted ETA 4 planned rest stops
10 hrs 27 min
Fuel Service sign
Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R1,165.06
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R1,170.57
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R1,297.85
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R1,308.37
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R1,537.23
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R1,544.50
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R1,712.44
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R1,726.33
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R2,022.67
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R2,032.24
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R2,253.21
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R2,271.48
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🧭 Route vector
Compass bearing
78° ENE
Forward azimuth heading
Return heading Reverse azimuth
258° WSW
Coordinate delta Lat / Lon shift
North-East
Start coords Origin point
-30.6942, 26.7097
End coords Destination point
-29.8618, 31.0099
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Route class Operational trip category
Local shared
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696.0 km 9 hrs 27 min
Start Aliwal N2
Finish Durban
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Start point
Destination
Driving route
Navigation sign

Turn-by-turn directions

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  1. Start your journey
    0.1 km
  2. Turn left onto Somerset Street
    0.2 km
  3. Continue make a U-turn onto Somerset Street
    0.3 km
  4. Turn right onto Young Street
    116.1 km
  5. Turn right onto De Villiers Street
    0.2 km
  6. Turn left onto Cole Street
    53.2 km
  7. Continue straight onto Lloyd Street
    9.2 km
  8. Turn left onto Maclear Road
    1.3 km
  9. At the roundabout, take the 1st exit onto Maclear Road
    0.0 km
  10. Continue onto Maclear Road
    67.2 km
  11. Turn right
    61.2 km
  12. At the end of the road, turn left
    267.3 km
  13. Take the exit ramp left towards N2: Durban
    0.6 km
  14. Continue straight
    105.1 km
  15. Keep slight left at the fork onto Inkosi Albert Luthuli Freeway
    13.4 km
  16. Take the exit ramp slight left towards Berea
    0.2 km
  17. Go straight onto Che Guevara Road
    0.2 km
  18. Turn right
    0.1 km
  19. Go straight onto Che Guevara Road
    0.1 km
  20. You have arrived at your destination
    0.0 km
Navigation sign

Tolls on this route

R
Tolls found 8
Known total R281.00
Main toll road N2 - North Coast Toll Road
This route includes 8 toll points from our database. The strongest toll-road match is N2 - North Coast Toll Road.
Oribi
Road: Road not linked yet
R41.00
Oribi
Road: Road not linked yet
R41.00
Oribi
Road: Road not linked yet
R41.00
Oribi
Road: Road not linked yet
R41.00
Oribi
Road: Road not linked yet
R41.00
Oribi
Road: Road not linked yet
R41.00
Umtentweni
Road: Road not linked yet
R17.50
Umtentweni
Road: Road not linked yet
R17.50
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Stop Stopover sign
Halfway point
348.1 km
Mid-route position Road corridor partition
50 / 50
Time partition Start / finish split
4 hrs 43 min • 4 hrs 43 min
Waypoint reference Nearest route marker
Mid-route reference
Vec Consumption & emissions
Consumption & emissions profile
50.1 L needed
Low efficiency • 7.2 L/100km baseline
CO2 emitted Estimated tailpipe output
115.8 kg
Fuel mass Approximate tank weight
37.6 kg
Cost per km Based on 95 Petrol
R1.68
Directness index As-the-crow-flies ratio
60.8%
☀ Solar data
Daylight window at Durban
06:24 – 17:21
Outside daylight hours
Solar noonHighest sun position
Total daylightUsable driving light
10 hrs 56 min
Light remainingUntil sunset
Expired
SunriseDawn break
06:24
Fin Tax & wear
Wear & SARS deduction
R2,909.17
Single trip SARS allowance
SARS rate R4.18/km fixed rate
R4.18/km
Tyre wear Estimated tread cost
R13.92
Service wear Oil & filter allocation
R139.19
Total trip wear Excludes fuel & tolls
R3,062.28
Nav Maneuver index
Navigation complexity
Moderate (14)
Turn difficulty rating
Roundabouts Multi-path navigation
1
Lane merges Yield required
0
Complex forks Path selection
1
Highway exits Deceleration zones
3
Route atlas

Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

ZA-ATLAS
Origin Aliwal N2 -30.69417, 26.70972
Midpoint
348.1 km
Total: 696.0 km
Midpoint 348.1 km
696.0 km 9 hrs 27 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 696.0 km
Return-cycle span 1,391.9 km
Traversal time 9 hrs 27 min
Maneuver count 20
Maneuver density 2.9 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 348.1 km

Coordinate frame

Start -30.69417, 26.70972
Midpoint -31.03641, 28.89018
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 Aliwal N2 from Durban? +
Aliwal N2 is about 696.0 km from Durban by road.
How long does it take from Aliwal N2 to Durban? +
The drive usually takes about 9 hrs 27 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from Aliwal N2 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 Aliwal N2 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 Aliwal N2 to Durban? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R1,165.06 (R23.25 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R1,170.57 (R23.36 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R1,297.85 (R25.90 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R1,308.37 (R26.11 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from Aliwal N2 to Durban? +
Yes. There are 8 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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From Aliwal N2 To Durban
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Pietermaritzburg
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Route Locations

Start area
Aliwal N2, Eastern Cape
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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