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Distance from Durban M43 M5 to Durban

N Durban M43 M5 → Durban
Road distance
4.0 km
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
3.9 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
1.04×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
6
Info Travel board
Travel time
4 min
Start point
Sarnia Road
End point
the fork onto Che Guevara Road
Return: 9 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
4 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
49.7 km/h
Stop-adjusted ETA 0 planned rest stops
4 min
Fuel Service sign
Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km
93 Petrol R26.52 / litre
R7.66
95 Petrol R26.63 / litre
R7.69
Diesel 500ppm R32.30 / litre
R9.33
Diesel 50ppm R32.50 / litre
R9.39
93 Petrol R26.52 / litre
R10.11
95 Petrol R26.63 / litre
R10.15
Diesel 500ppm R32.30 / litre
R12.31
Diesel 50ppm R32.50 / litre
R12.39
93 Petrol R26.52 / litre
R13.30
95 Petrol R26.63 / litre
R13.36
Diesel 500ppm R32.30 / litre
R16.20
Diesel 50ppm R32.50 / litre
R16.30
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🧭 Route vector
Compass bearing
41° NE
Forward azimuth heading
Return heading Reverse azimuth
221° SW
Coordinate delta Lat / Lon shift
North-East
Start coords Origin point
-29.8880, 30.9834
End coords Destination point
-29.8618, 31.0099
Taxi Local commuter
Taxi fare estimate
Check local taxi rank
Long-distance caution
Route class Operational trip category
Local shared
Calculating arrival…
Durban M43 M5 to Durban is a short everyday drive, covering about 4.0 km in roughly 4 min.
Travel modes
Durban M43 M5 → Durban
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Car
4.0 km
4 min
Road route
🏍️ Estimate
Two-wheeler
4.0 km
~4 min
54 km/h avg
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Walking
4.0 km
48 min
5 km/h average
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4.0 km 4 min
Start Durban M43 M5
Finish Durban
Map key
Start point
Destination
Driving route
Navigation sign

Turn-by-turn directions

↑
  1. Head on Sarnia Road
    0.1 km
  2. Go straight onto Umbilo Road
    1.9 km
  3. Keep slight right at the fork onto Magwaza Maphalala Street
    1.7 km
  4. Continue slight right onto Magwaza Maphalala Street
    0.1 km
  5. Keep slight right at the fork onto Che Guevara Road
    0.2 km
  6. You have arrived at your destination
    0.0 km
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Stop Stopover sign
Halfway point
2.0 km
Mid-route position Road corridor partition
50 / 50
Time partition Start / finish split
2 min • 2 min
Waypoint reference Nearest route marker
Mid-route reference
Vec Consumption & emissions
Consumption & emissions profile
0.3 L needed
Highly direct • 7.2 L/100km baseline
CO2 emitted Estimated tailpipe output
0.7 kg
Fuel mass Approximate tank weight
0.2 kg
Cost per km Based on 95 Petrol
R1.92
Directness index As-the-crow-flies ratio
96.5%
☀ Solar data
Daylight window at Durban
06:32 – 17:12
Active daylight
Solar noonHighest sun position
Total daylightUsable driving light
10 hrs 40 min
Light remainingUntil sunset
7 hrs 39 min
SunriseDawn break
06:32
Fin Tax & wear
Wear & SARS deduction
R16.78
Single trip SARS allowance
SARS rate R4.18/km fixed rate
R4.18/km
Tyre wear Estimated tread cost
R0.08
Service wear Oil & filter allocation
R0.80
Total trip wear Excludes fuel & tolls
R17.66
Nav Maneuver index
Navigation complexity
Low (4)
Turn difficulty rating
Roundabouts Multi-path navigation
0
Lane merges Yield required
0
Complex forks Path selection
2
Highway exits Deceleration zones
0
Route atlas

Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

ZA-ATLAS
Origin Durban M43 M5 Start: Sarnia Road -29.88798, 30.98341
Midpoint
2.0 km
Total: 4.0 km
Midpoint 2.0 km
4.0 km 4 min
Destination Durban End: the fork onto Che Guevara Road -29.86183, 31.00991

Route sheet

Route class Resolved South Africa route
Province span South Africa
One-way road span 4.0 km
Return-cycle span 8.0 km
Traversal time 4 min
Maneuver count 6
Maneuver density 149.5 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 2.0 km

Coordinate frame

Start -29.88798, 30.98341
Midpoint -29.87241, 30.99386
End -29.86183, 31.00991
Destination services

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Service groups 6
Schools Clothing stores Banks Fuel stations and garages Supermarkets Shopping malls
Nearby category Schools Top 6 nearby matches around Durban
6
Nearby category Clothing stores Top 5 nearby matches around Durban
5
  • Mr Price
    380 Doctor Pixley Kaseme Street, Durban, 4001
  • Woolworths
    344 Doctor Pixley Kaseme Street, Durban, 4001
  • PEP
    55 Gillespie Street, Durban, 4001, KwaZulu-Natal
  • PEP
    430 Peter Mokaba Ridge Road, Durban, 4001, KwaZulu-Natal
  • Minty's
    542 Peter Mokaba Ridge, Durban, 4001
Nearby category Banks Top 3 nearby matches around Durban
3
Nearby category Fuel stations and garages Top 6 nearby matches around Durban
6
Nearby category Supermarkets Top 6 nearby matches around Durban
6
Nearby category Shopping malls Top 2 nearby matches around Durban
2
Destination brief

Travelling to Durban

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

Signature Warm coast metro
Standout Beachfront city with year-round coastal pull
Best for Who this destination suits
Beach break Family travel Events trip Business travel
Arrival What to expect on arrival
The beachfront, central Durban, uMhlanga side and wider metro arrivals do not behave the same way. Route planning works best with the final district named clearly.
Local pulse
Durban Tourism is actively promoting current travel deals, events and city adventures, so timing can add real value to a Durban-bound trip.
Updated: 2026-04-08 · Source: Durban Tourism
Regional base Good base for nearby trips
Use Durban as a coastal base for beaches, family trips, business events and onward drives into the North Coast, South Coast and Midlands.
Destination facts Quick reference details
Durban Tourism actively promotes deals, events and travel planning
The city combines leisure and event travel
The wider metro is more spread out than a single-city label suggests
Route support

Route FAQ

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Questions 8
How far is Durban M43 M5 from Durban? +
Durban M43 M5 is about 4.0 km from Durban by road.
How long does it take from Durban M43 M5 to Durban? +
The drive usually takes about 4 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from Durban M43 M5 to Durban in one day? +
Yes, for many drivers this can be done in one day.
Is taxi available from Durban M43 M5 to Durban? +
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 Durban M43 M5 to Durban? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R7.66 (R26.52 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R7.69 (R26.63 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R9.33 (R32.30 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R9.39 (R32.50 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from Durban M43 M5 to Durban? +
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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Route Locations

Start area
Durban M43 M5, KwaZulu-Natal
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available
Destination area
Durban
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available

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