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Distance from Durban R51 N3 to Benoni

Durban R51 N3 to Benoni is a full long-distance road trip, covering about 551.2 km in roughly 6 hrs 25 min.

N Durban R51 N3 → Benoni
Road distance
551.2 km
M13 N3 R23
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
481.3 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
1.15×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
17
Info Travel board
Travel time
6 hrs 25 min
End point
Park Street
Return: 51 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
385 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
85.8 km/h
Stop-adjusted ETA 3 planned rest stops
7 hrs 10 min
Fuel Service sign
Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R922.66
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R927.03
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R1,027.82
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R1,036.16
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R1,217.40
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R1,223.16
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R1,356.16
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R1,367.15
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R1,601.84
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R1,609.42
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R1,784.42
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R1,798.89
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🧭 Route vector
Compass bearing
327° NNW
Forward azimuth heading
Return heading Reverse azimuth
147° SSE
Coordinate delta Lat / Lon shift
North-East
Start coords Origin point
-29.8402, 30.9498
End coords Destination point
-26.1930, 28.3082
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Route class Operational trip category
Local shared
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551.2 km 6 hrs 25 min
Start Durban R51 N3
Finish Benoni
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Start point
Destination
Driving route
Navigation sign

Turn-by-turn directions

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  1. Start your journey
    2.2 km
  2. Take the exit ramp slight left towards M13: Sherwood
    0.5 km
  3. Continue straight onto King Cetshwayo Highway
    0.1 km
  4. Turn right towards N3: Pietermaritzburg
    0.7 km
  5. Merge slight right
    17.3 km
  6. Keep slight right at the fork
    221.7 km
  7. Continue straight
    251.4 km
  8. Keep slight right at the fork
    23.8 km
  9. Take the exit ramp slight left towards R23: Heidelberg
    0.6 km
  10. Turn left onto Heidelberg Road
    28.0 km
  11. Continue straight onto Range View Road
    2.5 km
  12. Turn left onto Tom Jones Street
    1.1 km
  13. Turn left
    0.2 km
  14. Turn right onto Bunyan Street
    0.2 km
  15. Turn left onto Ampthill Avenue
    0.6 km
  16. Turn right onto Park Street
    0.3 km
  17. You have arrived at your destination
    0.0 km
Navigation sign

Tolls on this route

R
Tolls found 26
Known total R1,442.00
Main toll road N3
This route includes 26 toll points from our database. The strongest toll-road match is N3.
Tugela
Road: Road not linked yet
R100.00
Tugela
Road: Road not linked yet
R100.00
Wilge
Road: 169
R94.00
Wilge
Road: Road not linked yet
R94.00
Wilge
Road: Road not linked yet
R94.00
Wilge
Road: Road not linked yet
R94.00
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
Mooi
Road: Road not linked yet
R70.00
Mooi Ramp Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R49.00
Mariannhill Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R16.50
Mariannhill Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R16.50
Mariannhill Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R16.50
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
De Hoek
Road: Road not linked yet
R67.00
De Hoek
Road: Road not linked yet
R67.00
Bergville
Road: Road not linked yet
R30.00
Bergville
Road: Road not linked yet
R30.00
Treverton Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R21.00
Treverton Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R21.00
Dalpark
Road: Road not linked yet
R15.50
Dalpark
Road: Road not linked yet
R15.50
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Stop Stopover sign
Halfway point
276.0 km
Mid-route position Road corridor partition
50 / 50
Time partition Start / finish split
3 hrs 12 min • 3 hrs 12 min
Waypoint reference Nearest route marker
Mid-route reference
Vec Consumption & emissions
Consumption & emissions profile
39.7 L needed
Highly direct • 7.2 L/100km baseline
CO2 emitted Estimated tailpipe output
91.7 kg
Fuel mass Approximate tank weight
29.8 kg
Cost per km Based on 95 Petrol
R1.68
Directness index As-the-crow-flies ratio
87.3%
☀ Solar data
Daylight window at Benoni
06:32 – 17:33
Active daylight
Solar noonHighest sun position
Total daylightUsable driving light
11 hrs 0 min
Light remainingUntil sunset
9 hrs 11 min
SunriseDawn break
06:32
Fin Tax & wear
Wear & SARS deduction
R2,303.90
Single trip SARS allowance
SARS rate R4.18/km fixed rate
R4.18/km
Tyre wear Estimated tread cost
R11.02
Service wear Oil & filter allocation
R110.23
Total trip wear Excludes fuel & tolls
R2,425.16
Nav Maneuver index
Navigation complexity
Moderate (8)
Turn difficulty rating
Roundabouts Multi-path navigation
0
Lane merges Yield required
1
Complex forks Path selection
2
Highway exits Deceleration zones
2
Route atlas

Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

ZA-ATLAS
Origin Durban R51 N3 -29.84021, 30.94977
Midpoint
276.0 km
Total: 551.2 km
Midpoint 276.0 km
551.2 km 6 hrs 25 min
Destination Benoni End: Park Street -26.19304, 28.30824

Route sheet

Route class Resolved South Africa route
Province span South Africa
One-way road span 551.2 km
Return-cycle span 1,102.3 km
Traversal time 6 hrs 25 min
Maneuver count 17
Maneuver density 3.1 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 276.0 km

Coordinate frame

Start -29.84021, 30.94977
Midpoint -28.34414, 29.28290
End -26.19304, 28.30824
Destination services

Available in Benoni

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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 Benoni
6
Nearby category Clothing stores Top 5 nearby matches around Benoni
5
Nearby category Banks Top 3 nearby matches around Benoni
3
Nearby category Fuel stations and garages Top 4 nearby matches around Benoni
4
Nearby category Supermarkets Top 6 nearby matches around Benoni
6
Nearby category Shopping malls Top 1 nearby match around Benoni
1
  • Edgars
    Tom Jones Street, Benoni, 1500
Destination brief

Travelling to Benoni

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

Standout Why Benoni stands out
Benoni is best understood as East Rand district planning rather than broad Johannesburg copy.
Arrival What to expect on arrival
Benoni route accuracy improves when the exact suburb, venue or East Rand destination is chosen before departure.
Regional base Good base for nearby trips
Best for Benoni stays, family trips, airport-side district travel and East Rand planning.
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Route FAQ

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Questions 9
How far is Durban R51 N3 from Benoni? +
Durban R51 N3 is about 551.2 km from Benoni by road.
How long does it take from Durban R51 N3 to Benoni? +
The drive usually takes about 6 hrs 25 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from Durban R51 N3 to Benoni 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 R51 N3 to Benoni? +
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 R51 N3 to Benoni? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R922.66 (R23.25 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R927.03 (R23.36 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R1,027.82 (R25.90 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R1,036.16 (R26.11 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from Durban R51 N3 to Benoni? +
Yes. There are 26 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. National roads appear in this route, so watch for toll signs and busier sections.
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Towns along the route

: Sherwood
From Durban R51 N3 To Benoni
Mayville
From Durban R51 N3 To Benoni
: Pietermaritzburg
From Durban R51 N3 To Benoni
: Heidelberg
From Durban R51 N3 To Benoni

Route Locations

Start area
Durban R51 N3, KwaZulu-Natal
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available
Destination area
Benoni
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available

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