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Distance from Durban N3 N3 N1 to Vimy Ridge

Durban N3 N3 N1 to Vimy Ridge is a full long-distance road trip, covering about 555.1 km in roughly 6 hrs 19 min. It also crosses a provincial boundary.

N Durban N3 N3 N1 → Vimy Ridge
Road distance
555.1 km
M94
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
490.1 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
1.13×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
14
Info Travel board
Travel time
6 hrs 19 min
End point
Vimy Ridge
Return: 39 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
379 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
87.7 km/h
Stop-adjusted ETA 3 planned rest stops
7 hrs 4 min
Fuel Service sign
Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R929.26
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R933.66
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R1,035.18
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R1,043.57
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R1,226.11
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R1,231.91
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R1,365.86
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R1,376.94
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R1,613.31
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R1,620.94
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R1,797.19
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R1,811.76
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🧭 Route vector
Compass bearing
325° NW
Forward azimuth heading
Return heading Reverse azimuth
145° SE
Coordinate delta Lat / Lon shift
North-East
Start coords Origin point
-29.8555, 31.0082
End coords Destination point
-26.2300, 28.1671
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Route class Operational trip category
Local shared
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Start, destination and route line.

555.1 km 6 hrs 19 min
Start Durban N3 N3 N1
Finish Vimy Ridge
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Start point
Destination
Driving route
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Turn-by-turn directions

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  1. Start your journey
    21.8 km
  2. Keep slight right at the fork
    221.7 km
  3. Continue straight
    251.4 km
  4. Keep slight right at the fork
    53.9 km
  5. Take the exit ramp slight left towards M94: Germiston
    0.5 km
  6. Keep slight right at the fork towards Kritzinger Road
    0.0 km
  7. Turn right onto Grey Avenue
    1.4 km
  8. Turn left onto Black Reef Road
    0.9 km
  9. Go straight onto Wits Rifles Road
    1.6 km
  10. Continue straight onto Russel Road
    0.7 km
  11. Continue straight onto Lake Road
    1.0 km
  12. Turn right onto Vimy Ridge
    0.0 km
  13. At the end of the road, turn right onto Vimy Ridge
    0.2 km
  14. You have arrived at your destination
    0.0 km
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Tolls on this route

R
Tolls found 29
Known total R1,479.00
Main toll road Not found
This route includes 29 toll points from our database. 1 Gauteng open-road / gantry toll point is shown as R0.00 because GFIP e-toll charging ended from 12 April 2024.
De Hoek
Road: Road not linked yet
R67.00
Mariannhill Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R16.50
Tugela
Road: Road not linked yet
R100.00
Mariannhill Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R16.50
De Hoek
Road: Road not linked yet
R67.00
De Hoek
Road: Road not linked yet
R67.00
Mariannhill Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R16.50
Tugela
Road: Road not linked yet
R100.00
De Hoek
Road: Road not linked yet
R67.00
Mariannhill Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R16.50
Mooi
Road: Road not linked yet
R70.00
Treverton Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R21.00
Wilge
Road: 169
R94.00
Mooi Ramp Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R49.00
Wilge
Road: Road not linked yet
R94.00
Wilge
Road: Road not linked yet
R94.00
Wilge
Road: Road not linked yet
R94.00
Treverton Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R21.00
Unnamed e-Toll gantry near -26.274, 28.149
Road: GFIP / Gauteng e-Toll network
R0.00
Bergville
Road: Road not linked yet
R30.00
Bergville
Road: Road not linked yet
R30.00
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
Mooi Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R70.00
Gosforth
Road: Road not linked yet
R17.00
Gosforth
Road: Road not linked yet
R17.00
Gosforth
Road: Road not linked yet
R17.00
Gosforth
Road: Road not linked yet
R17.00
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Stop Stopover sign
Halfway point
278.0 km
KwaZulu-Natal to Gauteng
Mid-route position Road corridor partition
50 / 50
Time partition Start / finish split
3 hrs 9 min • 3 hrs 9 min
Waypoint reference Nearest route marker
KwaZulu-Natal to Gauteng
Vec Consumption & emissions
Consumption & emissions profile
40.0 L needed
Highly direct • 7.2 L/100km baseline
CO2 emitted Estimated tailpipe output
92.3 kg
Fuel mass Approximate tank weight
30.0 kg
Cost per km Based on 95 Petrol
R1.68
Directness index As-the-crow-flies ratio
88.3%
☀ Solar data
Daylight window at Vimy Ridge
06:33 – 17:33
Active daylight
Solar noonHighest sun position
Total daylightUsable driving light
11 hrs 0 min
Light remainingUntil sunset
4 hrs 4 min
SunriseDawn break
06:33
Fin Tax & wear
Wear & SARS deduction
R2,320.38
Single trip SARS allowance
SARS rate R4.18/km fixed rate
R4.18/km
Tyre wear Estimated tread cost
R11.10
Service wear Oil & filter allocation
R111.02
Total trip wear Excludes fuel & tolls
R2,442.51
Nav Maneuver index
Navigation complexity
Moderate (7)
Turn difficulty rating
Roundabouts Multi-path navigation
0
Lane merges Yield required
0
Complex forks Path selection
3
Highway exits Deceleration zones
1
Route atlas

Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

ZA-ATLAS
Origin Durban N3 N3 N1 -29.85545, 31.00823
Midpoint
278.0 km
Total: 555.1 km
Midpoint 278.0 km
555.1 km 6 hrs 19 min
Destination Vimy Ridge End: Vimy Ridge -26.23004, 28.16714

Route sheet

Route class Interprovincial corridor
Province span KwaZulu-Natal to Gauteng
One-way road span 555.1 km
Return-cycle span 1,110.2 km
Traversal time 6 hrs 19 min
Maneuver count 14
Maneuver density 2.5 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 278.0 km

Coordinate frame

Start -29.85545, 31.00823
Midpoint -28.33784, 29.27625
End -26.23004, 28.16714
Destination services

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

Service groups 7
Schools Clothing stores Banks Fuel stations and garages Supermarkets Pharmacies
Nearby category Schools Top 6 nearby matches around Vimy Ridge
6
Nearby category Clothing stores Top 6 nearby matches around Vimy Ridge
6
Nearby category Banks Top 6 nearby matches around Vimy Ridge
6
Nearby category Fuel stations and garages Top 6 nearby matches around Vimy Ridge
6
Nearby category Supermarkets Top 6 nearby matches around Vimy Ridge
6
Nearby category Pharmacies Top 1 nearby match around Vimy Ridge
1
  • Clicks
    Thabo Mbeki Road, Germiston, 2008
Nearby category Shopping malls Top 3 nearby matches around Vimy Ridge
3
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Questions 9
How far is Durban N3 N3 N1 from Vimy Ridge? +
Durban N3 N3 N1 is about 555.1 km from Vimy Ridge by road.
How long does it take from Durban N3 N3 N1 to Vimy Ridge? +
The drive usually takes about 6 hrs 19 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from Durban N3 N3 N1 to Vimy Ridge 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 Durban N3 N3 N1 to Vimy Ridge? +
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 N3 N3 N1 to Vimy Ridge? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R929.26 (R23.25 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R933.66 (R23.36 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R1,035.18 (R25.90 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R1,043.57 (R26.11 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from Durban N3 N3 N1 to Vimy Ridge? +
Yes. There are 29 tollgates 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 crosses a provincial boundary. 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

: Germiston
From Durban N3 N3 N1 To Vimy Ridge

Route Locations

Start area
Durban N3 N3 N1, KwaZulu-Natal
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available
Destination area
Vimy Ridge, Gauteng
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available

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