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Distance from Durban R63 N2 to Durban

Durban R63 N2 to Durban is a short everyday drive, covering about 17.1 km in roughly 13 min.

N Durban R63 N2 → Durban
Road distance
17.1 km
M1 M4
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
6.8 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
2.52×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
13
Info Travel board
Travel time
13 min
End point
Che Guevara Road
Return: 27 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
13 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
74.0 km/h
Stop-adjusted ETA 0 planned rest stops
13 min
Fuel Service sign
Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R28.55
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R28.69
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R31.80
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R32.06
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R37.67
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R37.85
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R41.96
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R42.30
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R49.57
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R49.80
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R55.22
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R55.66
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🧭 Route vector
Compass bearing
65° ENE
Forward azimuth heading
Return heading Reverse azimuth
245° WSW
Coordinate delta Lat / Lon shift
North-East
Start coords Origin point
-29.8876, 30.9464
End coords Destination point
-29.8618, 31.0099
Taxi Local commuter
Taxi fare estimate
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Long-distance caution
Route class Operational trip category
Local shared
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17.1 km 13 min
Start Durban R63 N2
Finish Durban
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Start point
Destination
Driving route
Navigation sign

Turn-by-turn directions

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  1. Start your journey
    4.5 km
  2. Take the exit ramp slight left towards M1: Chatsworth
    1.1 km
  3. Keep slight left at the fork towards M1: Chatsworth
    0.1 km
  4. Merge slight right onto Grimsby Road
    1.0 km
  5. Turn left onto South Coast Road towards Umbilo
    3.1 km
  6. Turn right onto Jacobs Road
    0.2 km
  7. Take the ramp left towards M4: City Centre
    0.3 km
  8. Merge slight right onto Inkosi Albert Luthuli Freeway
    6.3 km
  9. Take the exit ramp slight left towards Berea
    0.2 km
  10. Go straight onto Che Guevara Road
    0.2 km
  11. Turn right
    0.1 km
  12. Go straight onto Che Guevara Road
    0.1 km
  13. You have arrived at your destination
    0.0 km
Navigation sign

Tolls on this route

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Tolls found 0
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Main toll road M4 - Magalies Toll Route
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.
M4 - Magalies Toll Route M4 - Magalies Toll Route M4 - Magalies Toll Route M4 - Magalies Toll Route
Routes ↩ Durban → Durban R63 N2 Durban R63 N2 to Johannesburg Durban R63 N2 to Pretoria Durban R63 N2 to Cape Town Durban R63 N2 to Durban Johannesburg to Durban Pretoria to Durban Cape Town to Durban
Stop Stopover sign
Halfway point
8.5 km
Mid-route position Road corridor partition
50 / 50
Time partition Start / finish split
6 min • 6 min
Waypoint reference Nearest route marker
Mid-route reference
Vec Consumption & emissions
Consumption & emissions profile
1.2 L needed
Indirect routing • 7.2 L/100km baseline
CO2 emitted Estimated tailpipe output
2.8 kg
Fuel mass Approximate tank weight
0.9 kg
Cost per km Based on 95 Petrol
R1.68
Directness index As-the-crow-flies ratio
39.6%
☀ Solar data
Daylight window at Durban
06:24 – 17:21
Active daylight
Solar noonHighest sun position
Total daylightUsable driving light
10 hrs 56 min
Light remainingUntil sunset
4 hrs 41 min
SunriseDawn break
06:24
Fin Tax & wear
Wear & SARS deduction
R71.29
Single trip SARS allowance
SARS rate R4.18/km fixed rate
R4.18/km
Tyre wear Estimated tread cost
R0.34
Service wear Oil & filter allocation
R3.41
Total trip wear Excludes fuel & tolls
R75.04
Nav Maneuver index
Navigation complexity
Moderate (8)
Turn difficulty rating
Roundabouts Multi-path navigation
0
Lane merges Yield required
2
Complex forks Path selection
1
Highway exits Deceleration zones
2
Route atlas

Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

ZA-ATLAS
Origin Durban R63 N2 -29.88762, 30.94643
Midpoint
8.5 km
Total: 17.1 km
Midpoint 8.5 km
17.1 km 13 min
Destination Durban End: Che Guevara Road -29.86183, 31.00991

Route sheet

Route class Resolved South Africa route
Province span South Africa
One-way road span 17.1 km
Return-cycle span 34.1 km
Traversal time 13 min
Maneuver count 13
Maneuver density 76.2 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 8.5 km

Coordinate frame

Start -29.88762, 30.94643
Midpoint -29.92555, 30.97406
End -29.86183, 31.00991
Destination services

Available in Durban

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

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
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Questions 8
How far is Durban R63 N2 from Durban? +
Durban R63 N2 is about 17.1 km from Durban by road.
How long does it take from Durban R63 N2 to Durban? +
The drive usually takes about 13 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from Durban R63 N2 to Durban in one day? +
Yes, for many drivers this can be done in one day.
Is taxi available from Durban R63 N2 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 R63 N2 to Durban? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R28.55 (R23.25 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R28.69 (R23.36 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R31.80 (R25.90 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R32.06 (R26.11 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from Durban R63 N2 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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Towns along the route

: Chatsworth
From Durban R63 N2 To Durban
Umbilo
From Durban R63 N2 To Durban
: City Centre
From Durban R63 N2 To Durban
Berea
From Durban R63 N2 To Durban
Coast
From Durban R63 N2 To Durban
Beaches
From Durban R63 N2 To Durban
Pietermaritzburg
From Durban R63 N2 To Durban
Victoria Emb
From Durban R63 N2 To Durban

Route Locations

Start area
Durban R63 N2, 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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About 19.9 km Difference: 2.8 km
Durban to Port Shepstone Overlapping province
About 112.2 km Difference: 95.2 km

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