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Distance from Dc13 to Pietermaritzburg

N Dc13 → Pietermaritzburg
Road distance
617.5 km
R103
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
442.9 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
1.39×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
27
Info Travel board
Travel time
8 hrs 49 min
End point
Pietermaritz Street
Return: 39 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
529 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
69.9 km/h
Stop-adjusted ETA 4 planned rest stops
9 hrs 49 min
Fuel Service sign
Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km
93 Petrol R26.52 / litre
R1,179.17
95 Petrol R26.63 / litre
R1,184.06
Diesel 500ppm R32.30 / litre
R1,436.17
Diesel 50ppm R32.50 / litre
R1,445.06
93 Petrol R26.52 / litre
R1,555.85
95 Petrol R26.63 / litre
R1,562.30
Diesel 500ppm R32.30 / litre
R1,894.94
Diesel 50ppm R32.50 / litre
R1,906.68
93 Petrol R26.52 / litre
R2,047.17
95 Petrol R26.63 / litre
R2,055.66
Diesel 500ppm R32.30 / litre
R2,493.35
Diesel 50ppm R32.50 / litre
R2,508.79
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🧭 Route vector
Compass bearing
56° ENE
Forward azimuth heading
Return heading Reverse azimuth
236° WSW
Coordinate delta Lat / Lon shift
North-East
Start coords Origin point
-31.8607, 26.5633
End coords Destination point
-29.6000, 30.3789
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Route class Operational trip category
Local shared
Calculating arrival…
Dc13 to Pietermaritzburg is a full long-distance road trip, covering about 617.5 km in roughly 8 hrs 49 min.
Travel modes
Dc13 → Pietermaritzburg
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Car
617.5 km
8 hrs 49 min
Road route
🏍️ Estimate
Two-wheeler
617.5 km
~9 hrs 30 min
65 km/h avg
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Flight
618 km
↑ 5 hrs 35 min faster
Flight time
1 hr 14 min
With airport
~3 hrs 14 min
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617.5 km 8 hrs 49 min
Start Dc13
Finish Pietermaritzburg
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Turn-by-turn directions

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  1. Start your journey
    0.4 km
  2. Turn left
    2.3 km
  3. Continue straight
    5.2 km
  4. Turn left
    25.4 km
  5. At the roundabout, take the 1st exit onto Voortrekker Street
    0.0 km
  6. Continue onto Voortrekker Street
    1.8 km
  7. At the roundabout, take the 2nd exit onto Cathcart Street
    0.1 km
  8. Continue onto Cathcart Street
    0.8 km
  9. At the roundabout, take the 3rd exit onto Cathcart Street
    0.1 km
  10. Continue onto Cathcart Street
    2.8 km
  11. At the roundabout, take the 1st exit onto Louis Botha Street
    0.0 km
  12. Continue onto Louis Botha Street
    1.0 km
  13. At the roundabout, take the 2nd exit
    0.0 km
  14. Continue
    13.9 km
  15. Turn right
    123.7 km
  16. Turn slight right
    81.4 km
  17. Turn left onto Madeira Street
    211.7 km
  18. Take the exit ramp slight left
    0.4 km
  19. Turn left
    144.4 km
  20. Turn slight left towards R103
    0.1 km
  21. Turn slight left onto Chief Albert Luthuli Road
    1.4 km
  22. Turn right onto Langalibalele Street
    0.2 km
  23. Turn left onto Henrietta Street
    0.1 km
  24. Turn left onto Church Street
    0.0 km
  25. Turn right onto Otto Street
    0.2 km
  26. At the end of the road, turn left onto Pietermaritz Street
    0.0 km
  27. You have arrived at your destination
    0.0 km
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Tolls on this route

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Tolls found 0
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Main toll road R103
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.
R103 R103 R103 R103
Routes ↩ Pietermaritzburg → Dc13 Dc13 to Johannesburg Dc13 to Pretoria Dc13 to Cape Town Dc13 to Durban Johannesburg to Pietermaritzburg Pretoria to Pietermaritzburg Cape Town to Pietermaritzburg
Stop Stopover sign
Halfway point
308.8 km
Mid-route position Road corridor partition
50 / 50
Time partition Start / finish split
4 hrs 24 min • 4 hrs 24 min
Waypoint reference Nearest route marker
Mid-route reference
Vec Consumption & emissions
Consumption & emissions profile
44.5 L needed
Moderate efficiency • 7.2 L/100km baseline
CO2 emitted Estimated tailpipe output
102.7 kg
Fuel mass Approximate tank weight
33.3 kg
Cost per km Based on 95 Petrol
R1.92
Directness index As-the-crow-flies ratio
71.7%
☀ Solar data
Daylight window at Pietermaritzburg
06:34 – 17:15
Outside daylight hours
Solar noonHighest sun position
Total daylightUsable driving light
10 hrs 40 min
Light remainingUntil sunset
13 hrs 48 min
SunriseDawn break
06:34
Fin Tax & wear
Wear & SARS deduction
R2,581.35
Single trip SARS allowance
SARS rate R4.18/km fixed rate
R4.18/km
Tyre wear Estimated tread cost
R12.35
Service wear Oil & filter allocation
R123.51
Total trip wear Excludes fuel & tolls
R2,717.21
Nav Maneuver index
Navigation complexity
High (26)
Turn difficulty rating
Roundabouts Multi-path navigation
5
Lane merges Yield required
0
Complex forks Path selection
0
Highway exits Deceleration zones
6
Route atlas

Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

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Origin Dc13 -31.86074, 26.56329
Midpoint
308.8 km
Total: 617.5 km
Midpoint 308.8 km
617.5 km 8 hrs 49 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 617.5 km
Return-cycle span 1,235.1 km
Traversal time 8 hrs 49 min
Maneuver count 27
Maneuver density 4.4 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 308.8 km

Coordinate frame

Start -31.86074, 26.56329
Midpoint -31.22008, 28.84448
End -29.60000, 30.37889
Destination services

Available in Pietermaritzburg

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 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 Dc13 from Pietermaritzburg? +
Dc13 is about 617.5 km from Pietermaritzburg by road.
How long does it take from Dc13 to Pietermaritzburg? +
The drive usually takes about 8 hrs 49 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from Dc13 to Pietermaritzburg 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 Dc13 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 Dc13 to Pietermaritzburg? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R1,179.17 (R26.52 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R1,184.06 (R26.63 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R1,436.17 (R32.30 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R1,445.06 (R32.50 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from Dc13 to Pietermaritzburg? +
No tollgates are 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. This route looks more local or regional, but always check signs and road conditions on the day.
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Route Locations

Start area
Dc13, Eastern Cape
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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