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Distance from Bayhead to Bergville

Bayhead to Bergville is a solid inter-town journey, covering about 234.4 km in roughly 2 hrs 47 min.

N Bayhead → Bergville
Road distance
234.4 km
N3 R74
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
204.7 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
1.14×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
16
Info Travel board
Travel time
2 hrs 47 min
End point
Kingsway
Return: 5 hrs 34 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
167 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
84.0 km/h
Stop-adjusted ETA 1 planned rest stop
3 hrs 2 min
Fuel Service sign
Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km
93 Petrol R26.52 / litre
R447.55
95 Petrol R26.63 / litre
R449.41
Diesel 500ppm R32.30 / litre
R545.09
Diesel 50ppm R32.50 / litre
R548.47
93 Petrol R26.52 / litre
R590.52
95 Petrol R26.63 / litre
R592.97
Diesel 500ppm R32.30 / litre
R719.22
Diesel 50ppm R32.50 / litre
R723.67
93 Petrol R26.52 / litre
R777.00
95 Petrol R26.63 / litre
R780.22
Diesel 500ppm R32.30 / litre
R946.34
Diesel 50ppm R32.50 / litre
R952.20
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🧭 Route vector
Compass bearing
309° NW
Forward azimuth heading
Return heading Reverse azimuth
129° SE
Coordinate delta Lat / Lon shift
North-East
Start coords Origin point
-29.8914, 30.9914
End coords Destination point
-28.7311, 29.3517
Taxi Local commuter
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Long-distance caution
Route class Operational trip category
Local shared
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234.4 km 167 min
Start Bayhead
Finish Bergville
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Start point
Destination
Driving route
Navigation sign

Turn-by-turn directions

↑
  1. Start your journey
    0.1 km
  2. Turn left
    0.3 km
  3. At the end of the road, turn right onto Crane Road
    0.1 km
  4. Continue straight onto Fish Eagle Road
    0.3 km
  5. Turn left onto South Coast Road
    1.5 km
  6. Turn right onto Solomon Mahlangu Drive
    15.0 km
  7. Take the exit ramp slight left towards N3: Pietermaritzburg
    1.1 km
  8. Merge slight left
    5.5 km
  9. Keep slight right at the fork
    166.8 km
  10. Take the exit ramp slight left towards R74: Colenso
    0.6 km
  11. Keep slight left at the fork towards R74: Colenso
    0.0 km
  12. Go straight
    42.6 km
  13. Turn right onto West Street
    0.3 km
  14. Continue left onto South Street
    0.0 km
  15. Turn left onto Kingsway
    0.1 km
  16. You have arrived at your destination
    0.0 km
Navigation sign

Tolls on this route

R
Tolls found 12
Known total R507.00
Main toll road N3
This route includes 12 toll points from our database. The strongest toll-road match is N3.
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
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
Mariannhill Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R16.50
Mooi Ramp Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R49.00
Mooi
Road: Road not linked yet
R70.00
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Stop Stopover sign
Halfway point
117.2 km
Mid-route position Road corridor partition
50 / 50
Time partition Start / finish split
1 hr 23 min • 1 hr 23 min
Waypoint reference Nearest route marker
Mid-route reference
Vec Consumption & emissions
Consumption & emissions profile
16.9 L needed
Highly direct • 7.2 L/100km baseline
CO2 emitted Estimated tailpipe output
39.0 kg
Fuel mass Approximate tank weight
12.7 kg
Cost per km Based on 95 Petrol
R1.68
Directness index As-the-crow-flies ratio
87.4%
☀ Solar data
Daylight window at Bergville
06:34 – 17:23
Outside daylight hours
Solar noonHighest sun position
Total daylightUsable driving light
10 hrs 48 min
Light remainingUntil sunset
12 hrs 31 min
SunriseDawn break
06:34
Fin Tax & wear
Wear & SARS deduction
R979.74
Single trip SARS allowance
SARS rate R4.18/km fixed rate
R4.18/km
Tyre wear Estimated tread cost
R4.69
Service wear Oil & filter allocation
R46.88
Total trip wear Excludes fuel & tolls
R1,031.31
Nav Maneuver index
Navigation complexity
Moderate (8)
Turn difficulty rating
Roundabouts Multi-path navigation
0
Lane merges Yield required
1
Complex forks Path selection
2
Highway exits Deceleration zones
2
Route atlas

Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

ZA-ATLAS
Origin Bayhead -29.89139, 30.99139
Midpoint
117.2 km
Total: 234.4 km
Midpoint 117.2 km
234.4 km 167 min
Destination Bergville End: Kingsway -28.73111, 29.35167

Route sheet

Route class Resolved South Africa route
Province span South Africa
One-way road span 234.4 km
Return-cycle span 468.8 km
Traversal time 167 min
Maneuver count 16
Maneuver density 6.8 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 117.2 km

Coordinate frame

Start -29.89139, 30.99139
Midpoint -29.38807, 30.13356
End -28.73111, 29.35167
Destination services

Available in Bergville

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

Service groups 2
Schools Supermarkets
Nearby category Schools Top 2 nearby matches around Bergville
2
Nearby category Supermarkets Top 2 nearby matches around Bergville
2
Destination brief

Travelling to Bergville

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

Standout Why Bergville stands out
Bergville reflects foothill and destination-stay planning rather than generic town wording, especially for Berg access trips.
Arrival What to expect on arrival
Bergville arrivals are most useful when the final lodge, camp or local destination is known before departure.
Regional base Good base for nearby trips
Best for Bergville stays, mountain-base planning and northern Drakensberg route travel.
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Questions 9
How far is Bayhead from Bergville? +
Bayhead is about 234.4 km from Bergville by road.
How long does it take from Bayhead to Bergville? +
The drive usually takes about 167 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from Bayhead to Bergville in one day? +
Yes, for many drivers this can be done in one day.
Is taxi available from Bayhead to Bergville? +
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 Bayhead to Bergville? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R447.55 (R26.52 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R449.41 (R26.63 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R545.09 (R32.30 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R548.47 (R32.50 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from Bayhead to Bergville? +
Yes. There are 12 tollgates currently matched for this route.
What is the route verdict for this trip? +
Long same-day trip: This can work in one day, but a rest stop and early departure are recommended.
Is there a long-trip warning on this route? +
This is a medium-to-long route. A fuel or refreshment stop is a good idea.
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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Start area
Bayhead
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available
Destination area
Bergville
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available

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