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Distance from Aliwal to Secunda

Aliwal to Secunda is a full long-distance road trip, covering about 572.2 km in roughly 7 hrs 6 min.

N Aliwal → Secunda
Road distance
572.2 km
355.6 mi • 308.9 nmi
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
446.9 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
1.28×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
31
Info Travel board
Travel time
7 hrs 6 min
Return: 14 hrs 13 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
7 hrs 6 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
80.4 km/h
Stop-adjusted ETA 3 planned rest stops
7 hrs 51 min
Fuel Service sign
Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R957.94
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R962.48
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R1,067.13
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R1,075.78
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R1,263.95
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R1,269.93
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R1,408.02
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R1,419.43
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R1,663.10
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R1,670.96
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R1,852.65
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R1,867.68
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Fastest drive Direct drive estimate
7 hrs 6 min
Comfort drive Allows a short stop
7 hrs 21 min
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Route class Operational trip category
Local shared
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Start, destination and route line.

572.2 km 7 hrs 6 min
Start Aliwal
Finish Secunda
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Destination
Driving route
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Turn-by-turn directions

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  1. Head on Vista Place
    0.1 km
  2. Turn right onto Saint Helier Road
    0.4 km
  3. Continue slight left onto Rozel Road
    0.1 km
  4. Turn right
    9.8 km
  5. Turn left
    0.6 km
  6. Take the ramp right towards N2: Durban
    0.7 km
  7. Merge slight right
    3.8 km
  8. Take the exit ramp slight left towards R603
    0.5 km
  9. Turn left onto Umbumbulu Road
    29.0 km
  10. Continue straight onto Sbu Mkhize Drive
    37.5 km
  11. Take the ramp straight towards N3
    0.9 km
  12. Merge slight right
    166.2 km
  13. Take the exit ramp slight left towards N11
    0.5 km
  14. Turn right
    12.5 km
  15. Turn left
    2.5 km
  16. Turn right
    195.7 km
  17. Turn left
    44.3 km
  18. Turn right onto Steyn Street
    0.3 km
  19. Turn left
    31.8 km
  20. At the end of the road, turn left onto Moses Kotane Street
    29.2 km
  21. Take the exit ramp slight left
    0.0 km
  22. Go straight onto Barney Molokwane Road
    0.4 km
  23. Turn right
    0.1 km
  24. Continue straight onto Secunda Road
    2.3 km
  25. Continue straight
    0.2 km
  26. Turn slight left towards Trichardt Street
    0.1 km
  27. Go straight onto Trichardt Street
    1.4 km
  28. At the end of the road, turn right onto Oliver Tambo Drive
    0.5 km
  29. Turn left
    0.1 km
  30. Turn left onto Van Eck Street
    0.4 km
  31. You have arrived at your destination
    0.0 km
Navigation sign

Tolls on this route

R
Tolls found 11
Known total R526.00
Main toll road N2 - North Coast Toll Road
This route includes 11 toll points from our database. The strongest toll-road match is N2 - North Coast Toll Road.
Bergville
Road: Road not linked yet
R30.00
Trichardt
Road: Road not linked yet
R25.00
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
Bergville
Road: Road not linked yet
R30.00
Mooi Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R70.00
Mooi
Road: Road not linked yet
R70.00
Mooi Ramp Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R49.00
Treverton Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R21.00
Treverton Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R21.00
Stop Stopover sign
Halfway point
286.6 km
Mid-route position Road corridor partition
50 / 50
Time partition Start / finish split
3 hrs 33 min • 3 hrs 33 min
Waypoint reference Nearest route marker
Mid-route reference
Loc Route geography
Route geography
Aliwal → Secunda
Start and destination context
Start area Origin
Aliwal, KwaZulu-Natal
Destination area Arrival
Secunda
Road span Street reference
— • —
Post Postal reference
Postal reference
— • —
Aliwal → Secunda
Aliwal Origin postcode
Not available
Secunda Destination postcode
Not available
Province span Route area
South Africa
Set Nearby route set
Nearby route set
Johannesburg to Polokwane
3 other similar routes
Johannesburg to Polokwane Similar distance
279.2 km
Pretoria to Nelspruit Similar distance
295.8 km
Cape Town to George Similar distance
199.8 km
Rev Related route set
Related route set
Secunda → Aliwal
Aliwal ↔ Secunda
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Route atlas

Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

ZA-ATLAS
Origin Aliwal -30.24549, 30.90749
Midpoint
286.6 km
Total: 572.2 km
Midpoint 286.6 km
572.2 km 7 hrs 6 min
Destination Secunda -26.51611, 29.20278

Route sheet

Route class Resolved South Africa route
Province span South Africa
One-way road span 572.2 km
Return-cycle span 1,144.5 km
Traversal time 7 hrs 6 min
Maneuver count 31
Maneuver density 5.4 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 286.6 km

Coordinate frame

Start -30.24549, 30.90749
Midpoint -28.44408, 29.88662
End -26.51611, 29.20278
Destination services

Available in Secunda

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

Service groups 3
Schools Fuel stations and garages Supermarkets
Nearby category Schools Top 6 nearby matches around Secunda
6
Nearby category Fuel stations and garages Top 3 nearby matches around Secunda
3
Nearby category Supermarkets Top 4 nearby matches around Secunda
4
Destination brief

Travelling to Secunda

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

Signature Industrial town with more than work travel
Standout Cosmos Country stop with industry and local attractions
Secunda is usually read as an industrial town, but Mpumalanga tourism and local visitor listings show a broader trip profile that includes heritage, leisure stops and family entertainment.
Best for Who this destination suits
Work trip Practical overnight Mpumalanga route stop Family stopover
Arrival What to expect on arrival
Exact hotel, casino-side stay or business address matters because most trips to Secunda are practical and timing-sensitive.
Regional base Good base for nearby trips
Use Secunda as a Cosmos Country stop for practical overnights, business travel and mid-route breaks in Mpumalanga.
Route support

Route FAQ

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Questions 9
How far is Aliwal from Secunda? +
Aliwal is about 572.2 km from Secunda by road.
How long does it take from Aliwal to Secunda? +
The drive usually takes about 7 hrs 6 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from Aliwal to Secunda 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 to Secunda? +
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 to Secunda? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R957.94 (R23.25 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R962.48 (R23.36 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R1,067.13 (R25.90 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R1,075.78 (R26.11 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from Aliwal to Secunda? +
Yes. There are 11 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

Vista Place
From Aliwal To Secunda
: Durban
From Aliwal To Secunda
: Kingsburgh
From Aliwal To Secunda
Kingsway
From Aliwal To Secunda
Umbumbulu
From Aliwal To Secunda
: Ladysmith
From Aliwal To Secunda
Bergville
From Aliwal To Secunda

Route Locations

Start area
Aliwal, KwaZulu-Natal
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available
Destination area
Secunda
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available

Distance comparisons

Here are similar South African routes with a close travel distance, prioritised by the same province or matching province pair where possible.

Johannesburg to Polokwane Similar distance
About 293.1 km Difference: 279.2 km
Pretoria to Nelspruit Similar distance
About 276.4 km Difference: 295.8 km
Cape Town to George Similar distance
About 372.4 km Difference: 199.8 km
Durban to Richards Bay Overlapping province
About 155.2 km Difference: 417.1 km
Gqeberha to East London Similar distance
About 238.6 km Difference: 333.7 km

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