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Distance from Clement Place to Umhlanga Rocks

Clement Place to Umhlanga Rocks is a short everyday drive, covering about 5.3 km in roughly 6 min.

N Clement Place → Umhlanga Rocks
Road distance
5.3 km
3.3 mi • 2.9 nmi
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
3.7 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
1.44×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
14
Info Travel board
Travel time
6 min
Return: 12 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
6 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
50.7 km/h
Stop-adjusted ETA 0 planned rest stops
6 min
Fuel Service sign
Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R8.90
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R8.94
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R9.91
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R9.99
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R11.74
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R11.79
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R13.07
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R13.18
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R15.44
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R15.52
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R17.20
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R17.34
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Fastest drive Direct drive estimate
6 min
Comfort drive Allows a short stop
21 min
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Route class Operational trip category
Local shared
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5.3 km 6 min
Start Clement Place
Finish Umhlanga Rocks
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Turn-by-turn directions

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  1. Head on Clement Place
    0.0 km
  2. Turn right onto Wilden Place
    0.4 km
  3. Turn left onto Braemar Avenue
    0.1 km
  4. At the roundabout, take the 2nd exit onto Armstrong Avenue
    0.1 km
  5. Continue onto Armstrong Avenue
    0.1 km
  6. Take the ramp right towards M4
    0.2 km
  7. Merge slight right onto Leo Boyd Highway
    3.1 km
  8. Take the exit ramp slight left towards M12: Umhlanga Nature Reserve
    0.4 km
  9. Keep slight right at the fork towards M12: Umhlanga Nature Reserve
    0.1 km
  10. Turn right onto Umhlanga Rocks Drive
    0.2 km
  11. Continue straight onto Lighthouse Road
    0.3 km
  12. Turn right onto Chartwell Drive
    0.5 km
  13. Turn right
    0.0 km
  14. You have arrived at your destination
    0.0 km
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Main toll road M4 - Magalies Toll Route
We found matching toll-road records for this route, but no tollgate point was close enough to the route line to display as a confirmed route toll.
M4 - Magalies Toll Route M4 - Magalies Toll Route M4 - Magalies Toll Route M4 - Magalies Toll Route
Stop Stopover sign
Halfway point
2.7 km
Mid-route position Road corridor partition
50 / 50
Time partition Start / finish split
3 min • 3 min
Waypoint reference Nearest route marker
Mid-route reference
Loc Route geography
Route geography
Clement Place → Umhlanga Rocks
Start and destination context
Start area Origin
Clement Place, KwaZulu-Natal
Destination area Arrival
Umhlanga Rocks
Road span Street reference
— • —
Post Postal reference
Postal reference
— • —
Clement Place → Umhlanga Rocks
Clement Place Origin postcode
Not available
Umhlanga Rocks Destination postcode
Not available
Province span Route area
South Africa
Set Nearby route set
Nearby route set
Pietermaritzburg to Howick
3 other similar routes
Pietermaritzburg to Howick Overlapping province
14.5 km
Durban to Ballito Overlapping province
34.8 km
Durban to Pietermaritzburg Overlapping province
63.0 km
Rev Related route set
Related route set
Umhlanga Rocks → Clement Place
Clement Place ↔ Umhlanga Rocks
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Route sheet

ZA-ATLAS
Origin Clement Place -29.75736, 31.06127
Midpoint
2.7 km
Total: 5.3 km
Midpoint 2.7 km
5.3 km 6 min
Destination Umhlanga Rocks -29.73000, 31.08278

Route sheet

Route class Resolved South Africa route
Province span South Africa
One-way road span 5.3 km
Return-cycle span 10.6 km
Traversal time 6 min
Maneuver count 14
Maneuver density 263.5 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 2.7 km

Coordinate frame

Start -29.75736, 31.06127
Midpoint -29.73999, 31.07493
End -29.73000, 31.08278
Destination services

Available in Umhlanga Rocks

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

Service groups 5
Schools Clothing stores Fuel stations and garages Supermarkets Shopping malls
Nearby category Schools Top 6 nearby matches around Umhlanga Rocks
6
Nearby category Clothing stores Top 2 nearby matches around Umhlanga Rocks
2
  • Pick n Pay Clothing
    1 Palm Boulevard, Umhlanga, 4319, KwaZulu-Natal
  • PEP
    Hillhead Drive, Durban, 4302, KwaZulu-Natal
Nearby category Fuel stations and garages Top 1 nearby match around Umhlanga Rocks
1
Nearby category Supermarkets Top 6 nearby matches around Umhlanga Rocks
6
Nearby category Shopping malls Top 1 nearby match around Umhlanga Rocks
1
Destination brief

Travelling to Umhlanga Rocks

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

Signature Premium Durban north coast stay
Standout Beachfront polish close to Durban
Umhlanga Rocks combines a polished beachfront, strong hotel stock and fast access to northern Durban business and leisure areas, which is why it often competes with staying in Durban proper.
Best for Who this destination suits
Beachfront stay Business travel North coast base Weekend break
Arrival What to expect on arrival
Arrival planning matters around Lagoon Drive, the village centre, hotel access and the wider northern corridor toward La Lucia, uMdloti and Ballito.
Regional base Good base for nearby trips
Use Umhlanga as a north-of-Durban base for beach access, conferences, shopping, restaurants and airport-friendly stays.
Destination facts Quick reference details
Umhlanga Tourism promotes the northern region of Durban
The destination has a strong beachfront and accommodation focus
It works for both leisure and business travel
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Questions 8
How far is Clement Place from Umhlanga Rocks? +
Clement Place is about 5.3 km from Umhlanga Rocks by road.
How long does it take from Clement Place to Umhlanga Rocks? +
The drive usually takes about 6 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from Clement Place to Umhlanga Rocks in one day? +
Yes, for many drivers this can be done in one day.
Is taxi available from Clement Place to Umhlanga Rocks? +
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 Clement Place to Umhlanga Rocks? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R8.90 (R23.25 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R8.94 (R23.36 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R9.91 (R25.90 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R9.99 (R26.11 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from Clement Place to Umhlanga Rocks? +
No tollgates are currently matched for this route.
What is the route verdict for this trip? +
Easy local trip: This looks like a short and simple trip for most drivers.
Is there a road note for this route? +
This is mostly a short local route. This route looks more local or regional, but always check signs and road conditions on the day.
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Towns along the route

Wilden Place
From Clement Place To Umhlanga Rocks
: Umhlanga Nature Reserve
From Clement Place To Umhlanga Rocks

Route Locations

Start area
Clement Place, KwaZulu-Natal
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available
Destination area
Umhlanga Rocks
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.

Pietermaritzburg to Howick Overlapping province
About 19.8 km Difference: 14.5 km
Durban to Ballito Overlapping province
About 40.1 km Difference: 34.8 km
Durban to Pietermaritzburg Overlapping province
About 68.3 km Difference: 63.0 km
Pretoria to Centurion Similar distance
About 13.2 km Difference: 7.9 km
Johannesburg to Soweto Similar distance
About 19.9 km Difference: 14.6 km

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