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Distance from Coast N7 to Pietermaritzburg

N Coast N7 → Pietermaritzburg
Road distance
191.6 km
M70 N3 R33 R603
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
134.6 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
1.42×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
21
Info Travel board
Travel time
2 hrs 22 min
Start point
Ray Nkonyeni Road
End point
Pietermaritz Street
Return: 44 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
142 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
80.8 km/h
Stop-adjusted ETA 1 planned rest stop
2 hrs 37 min
Fuel Service sign
Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km
93 Petrol R26.52 / litre
R365.85
95 Petrol R26.63 / litre
R367.37
Diesel 500ppm R32.30 / litre
R445.59
Diesel 50ppm R32.50 / litre
R448.35
93 Petrol R26.52 / litre
R482.72
95 Petrol R26.63 / litre
R484.73
Diesel 500ppm R32.30 / litre
R587.93
Diesel 50ppm R32.50 / litre
R591.57
93 Petrol R26.52 / litre
R635.16
95 Petrol R26.63 / litre
R637.80
Diesel 500ppm R32.30 / litre
R773.60
Diesel 50ppm R32.50 / litre
R778.39
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🧭 Route vector
Compass bearing
2° N
Forward azimuth heading
Return heading Reverse azimuth
182° S
Coordinate delta Lat / Lon shift
North-East
Start coords Origin point
-30.8102, 30.3308
End coords Destination point
-29.6000, 30.3789
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Route class Operational trip category
Local shared
Calculating arrival…
Coast N7 to Pietermaritzburg is a solid inter-town journey, covering about 191.6 km in roughly 2 hrs 22 min.
Travel modes
Coast N7 → Pietermaritzburg
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Car
191.6 km
2 hrs 22 min
Road route
🏍️ Estimate
Two-wheeler
191.6 km
~2 hrs 56 min
65 km/h avg
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191.6 km 2 hrs 22 min
Start Coast N7
Finish Pietermaritzburg
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Destination
Driving route
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Turn-by-turn directions

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  1. Head on Ray Nkonyeni Road
    1.9 km
  2. Turn right
    0.1 km
  3. Turn left
    0.2 km
  4. Turn right
    2.2 km
  5. Turn left
    3.6 km
  6. Turn right onto Izotsha Road
    2.2 km
  7. Turn left
    0.5 km
  8. Go straight
    4.8 km
  9. Go straight
    1.1 km
  10. Continue straight
    87.3 km
  11. Take the exit ramp slight left towards R603
    0.5 km
  12. Turn left onto Umbumbulu Road
    29.0 km
  13. Continue straight onto Sbu Mkhize Drive
    37.5 km
  14. Take the ramp straight towards N3
    0.9 km
  15. Merge slight right
    17.4 km
  16. Take the exit ramp slight left towards R33
    0.3 km
  17. Keep slight left at the fork towards M70
    0.1 km
  18. Turn left onto Church Street
    1.8 km
  19. Turn right onto Otto Street
    0.2 km
  20. At the end of the road, turn left onto Pietermaritz Street
    0.0 km
  21. You have arrived at your destination
    0.0 km
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Tolls on this route

R
Tolls found 10
Known total R306.00
Main toll road N3
This route includes 10 toll points from our database. The strongest toll-road match is N3.
Oribi
Road: Road not linked yet
R41.00
Oribi
Road: Road not linked yet
R41.00
Izotsha
Road: Road not linked yet
R12.50
Umtentweni
Road: Road not linked yet
R17.50
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
Izotsha
Road: Road not linked yet
R12.50
Routes ↩ Pietermaritzburg → Coast N7 Coast N7 to Johannesburg Coast N7 to Pretoria Coast N7 to Cape Town Coast N7 to Durban Johannesburg to Pietermaritzburg Pretoria to Pietermaritzburg Cape Town to Pietermaritzburg
Stop Stopover sign
Halfway point
95.9 km
Mid-route position Road corridor partition
50 / 50
Time partition Start / finish split
1 hr 11 min • 1 hr 11 min
Waypoint reference Nearest route marker
Mid-route reference
Vec Consumption & emissions
Consumption & emissions profile
13.8 L needed
Moderate efficiency • 7.2 L/100km baseline
CO2 emitted Estimated tailpipe output
31.9 kg
Fuel mass Approximate tank weight
10.3 kg
Cost per km Based on 95 Petrol
R1.92
Directness index As-the-crow-flies ratio
70.3%
☀ Solar data
Daylight window at Pietermaritzburg
06:33 – 17:15
Outside daylight hours
Solar noonHighest sun position
Total daylightUsable driving light
10 hrs 42 min
Light remainingUntil sunset
Expired
SunriseDawn break
06:33
Fin Tax & wear
Wear & SARS deduction
R800.90
Single trip SARS allowance
SARS rate R4.18/km fixed rate
R4.18/km
Tyre wear Estimated tread cost
R3.83
Service wear Oil & filter allocation
R38.32
Total trip wear Excludes fuel & tolls
R843.05
Nav Maneuver index
Navigation complexity
Moderate (6)
Turn difficulty rating
Roundabouts Multi-path navigation
0
Lane merges Yield required
1
Complex forks Path selection
1
Highway exits Deceleration zones
2
Route atlas

Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

ZA-ATLAS
Origin Coast N7 Start: Ray Nkonyeni Road -30.81018, 30.33083
Midpoint
95.9 km
Total: 191.6 km
Midpoint 95.9 km
191.6 km 2 hrs 22 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 191.6 km
Return-cycle span 383.2 km
Traversal time 2 hrs 22 min
Maneuver count 21
Maneuver density 11.0 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 95.9 km

Coordinate frame

Start -30.81018, 30.33083
Midpoint -30.16444, 30.81823
End -29.60000, 30.37889
Destination services

Available in Pietermaritzburg

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Service groups 5
Schools Banks Fuel stations and garages Supermarkets Shopping malls
Nearby category Schools Top 6 nearby matches around Pietermaritzburg
6
Nearby category Banks Top 2 nearby matches around Pietermaritzburg
2
Nearby category Fuel stations and garages Top 5 nearby matches around Pietermaritzburg
5
Nearby category Supermarkets Top 6 nearby matches around Pietermaritzburg
6
  • Bonjour
    75 Chief Albert Luthuli Street, Pietermaritzburg, 3201
  • Pick'n'Pay
    121 Church Street, 3201
  • Shoprite
    Pietermaritzburg, 3201, KwaZulu-Natal
  • Quickshop
    27 Chief Albert Luthuli Street, Pietermaritzburg
  • Parklane Superspar
    18 Chief Albert Luthuli Road
  • Pick n Pay
    151 Victoria Road, Pietermaritzburg, 3200, KwaZulu-Natal
Nearby category Shopping malls Top 3 nearby matches around Pietermaritzburg
3
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
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Questions 9
How far is Coast N7 from Pietermaritzburg? +
Coast N7 is about 191.6 km from Pietermaritzburg by road.
How long does it take from Coast N7 to Pietermaritzburg? +
The drive usually takes about 2 hrs 22 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from Coast N7 to Pietermaritzburg in one day? +
Yes, for many drivers this can be done in one day.
Is taxi available from Coast N7 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 Coast N7 to Pietermaritzburg? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R365.85 (R26.52 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R367.37 (R26.63 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R445.59 (R32.30 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R448.35 (R32.50 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from Coast N7 to Pietermaritzburg? +
Yes. There are 10 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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Towns along the route

: Kingsburgh
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Kingsway
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: Greytown
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Route Locations

Start area
Coast N7, KwaZulu-Natal
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available
Destination area
Pietermaritzburg
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available

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