South Africa route platform Distance24 Road distance, travel time and route planning across South Africa.
Donate

Distance from Durban to Ceres

Durban to Ceres is a full long-distance road trip, covering about 1,532.8 km in roughly 16 hrs 53 min.

N Durban → Ceres
Road distance
1532.8 km
N1 N3 N5
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
1,173.7 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
1.31×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
23
Info Travel board
Travel time
16 hrs 53 min
Start point
Che Guevara Road
Return: 33 hrs 48 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
1013 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
90.7 km/h
Stop-adjusted ETA 8 planned rest stops
18 hrs 53 min
Fuel Service sign
Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km
93 Petrol R26.52 / litre
R2,926.72
95 Petrol R26.63 / litre
R2,938.86
Diesel 500ppm R32.30 / litre
R3,564.60
Diesel 50ppm R32.50 / litre
R3,586.67
93 Petrol R26.52 / litre
R3,861.65
95 Petrol R26.63 / litre
R3,877.67
Diesel 500ppm R32.30 / litre
R4,703.29
Diesel 50ppm R32.50 / litre
R4,732.42
93 Petrol R26.52 / litre
R5,081.12
95 Petrol R26.63 / litre
R5,102.20
Diesel 500ppm R32.30 / litre
R6,188.54
Diesel 50ppm R32.50 / litre
R6,226.86
See more fuel details from Durban to Ceres
🧭 Route vector
Compass bearing
248° WSW
Forward azimuth heading
Return heading Reverse azimuth
68° ENE
Coordinate delta Lat / Lon shift
South-West
Start coords Origin point
-29.8618, 31.0099
End coords Destination point
-33.3683, 19.3092
Taxi Local commuter
Taxi fare estimate
Check local taxi rank
Long-distance caution
Route class Operational trip category
Local shared
Leave → Arrival time loading…
Accommodation

Where to stay near Ceres

Road-trip friendly stays matched to this destination and corridor, with photos, price positioning and quick property links.

No accommodation listings have been added for this route yet.

Suggest accommodation
Route

Route overview

Live map, directions, tolls and route services.

Map Directions Tolls Trip planning
Route map

Live map

Start, destination and route line.

1532.8 km 1014 min
Start Durban
Finish Ceres
Map key
Start point
Destination
Driving route
Navigation sign

Turn-by-turn directions

↑
  1. Head on Che Guevara Road
    0.0 km
  2. Turn right onto Sydney Road
    0.2 km
  3. Turn right onto Che Guevara Road
    1.6 km
  4. Turn right onto Lena Ahrens Road
    0.2 km
  5. Turn left onto King Dinuzulu Road
    0.3 km
  6. Take the ramp slight right towards N3: Pietermaritzburg
    0.3 km
  7. Merge slight right
    19.9 km
  8. Keep slight right at the fork
    221.7 km
  9. Continue straight
    50.4 km
  10. Take the exit ramp slight left towards N5: Harrismith
    0.7 km
  11. Continue straight
    0.1 km
  12. Merge slight right towards N5: Harrismith
    90.2 km
  13. Continue left onto Eeufees Street
    1.2 km
  14. Continue straight onto Church Street
    136.4 km
  15. Take the exit ramp left towards N1: Bloemfontein
    0.7 km
  16. Merge slight right towards N1: Bloemfontein
    646.5 km
  17. At the roundabout, take the 3rd exit onto Donkin Street
    0.1 km
  18. Continue onto Donkin Street
    290.3 km
  19. Turn right
    31.7 km
  20. At the end of the road, turn left
    40.0 km
  21. Turn right onto Munnik Street
    0.2 km
  22. Turn left
    0.0 km
  23. You have arrived at your destination
    0.0 km
Navigation sign

Tolls on this route

R
Tolls found 17
Known total R845.50
Main toll road N3
This route includes 17 toll points from our database. The strongest toll-road match is N3.
Mooi Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R70.00
Tugela
Road: Road not linked yet
R100.00
Tugela
Road: Road not linked yet
R100.00
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
Verkeerdevlei
Road: Road not linked yet
R78.50
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
Mariannhill Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R16.50
Treverton Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R21.00
Treverton Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R21.00
Mooi Ramp Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R49.00
Mooi
Road: Road not linked yet
R70.00
Bergville
Road: Road not linked yet
R30.00
Bergville
Road: Road not linked yet
R30.00
Routes ↩ Ceres → Durban Durban to Johannesburg Durban to Pretoria Durban to Cape Town Durban to Polokwane Johannesburg to Ceres Pretoria to Ceres Cape Town to Ceres
Stop Stopover sign
Halfway point
766.3 km
Mid-route position Road corridor partition
50 / 50
Time partition Start / finish split
8 hrs 26 min • 8 hrs 26 min
Waypoint reference Nearest route marker
Mid-route reference
Vec Consumption & emissions
Consumption & emissions profile
110.4 L needed
Moderate efficiency • 7.2 L/100km baseline
CO2 emitted Estimated tailpipe output
254.9 kg
Fuel mass Approximate tank weight
82.8 kg
Cost per km Based on 95 Petrol
R1.92
Directness index As-the-crow-flies ratio
76.6%
☀ Solar data
Daylight window at Ceres
07:22 – 17:55
Active daylight
Solar noonHighest sun position
Total daylightUsable driving light
10 hrs 33 min
Light remainingUntil sunset
34 min
SunriseDawn break
07:22
Fin Tax & wear
Wear & SARS deduction
R6,406.96
Single trip SARS allowance
SARS rate R4.18/km fixed rate
R4.18/km
Tyre wear Estimated tread cost
R30.66
Service wear Oil & filter allocation
R306.55
Total trip wear Excludes fuel & tolls
R6,744.17
Nav Maneuver index
Navigation complexity
Moderate (15)
Turn difficulty rating
Roundabouts Multi-path navigation
1
Lane merges Yield required
3
Complex forks Path selection
1
Highway exits Deceleration zones
3
Route atlas

Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

ZA-ATLAS
Origin Durban Start: Che Guevara Road -29.86183, 31.00991
Midpoint
766.3 km
Total: 1532.8 km
Midpoint 766.3 km
1532.8 km 1014 min
Destination Ceres -33.36833, 19.30917

Route sheet

Route class Resolved South Africa route
Province span South Africa
One-way road span 1532.8 km
Return-cycle span 3065.6 km
Traversal time 1014 min
Maneuver count 23
Maneuver density 1.5 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 766.3 km

Coordinate frame

Start -29.86183, 31.00991
Midpoint -30.20820, 25.72196
End -33.36833, 19.30917
Destination services

Available in Ceres

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

Service groups 4
Schools Banks Fuel stations and garages Supermarkets
Nearby category Schools Top 6 nearby matches around Ceres
6

  • Ceres, 6835, Western Cape
  • Gericke Laerskool
    Ceres, 6835, Western Cape

  • Ceres, 6835, Western Cape

  • Ceres, 6835, Western Cape

  • Ceres, 6835, Western Cape
  • Nduli Primary School
    Ceres, 6835, Western Cape
Nearby category Banks Top 1 nearby match around Ceres
1
  • ABSA
    45 Voortrekker Road
Nearby category Fuel stations and garages Top 1 nearby match around Ceres
1
  • Shell
    27 Voortrekker Street, 6835, Western Cape
Nearby category Supermarkets Top 2 nearby matches around Ceres
2
  • Shoprite
    Ceres, 6835, Western Cape
  • Pick n Pay
    Voortrekker Street, Ceres, 6835, Western Cape
Route support

Route FAQ

Tap a question to expand the answer and keep the section compact while browsing the route page.

Questions 9
How far is Durban from Ceres? +
Durban is about 1532.8 km from Ceres by road.
How long does it take from Durban to Ceres? +
The drive usually takes about 1014 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from Durban to Ceres 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 to Ceres? +
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 to Ceres? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R2,926.72 (R26.52 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R2,938.86 (R26.63 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R3,564.60 (R32.30 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R3,586.67 (R32.50 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from Durban to Ceres? +
Yes. There are 17 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.
Editorial

From the editorial desk

Fresh route reads, destination ideas and planning guides from the Distance24 editorial blog.

Open blog
Route support

Something wrong?

Report wrong directions, map issues, spelling mistakes, toll problems or anything else on this route for admin review.

Distance Directions Map Tolls Place issue Spelling
Your report is sent together with the current route page and route names so it is easier to review and fix.

Route Locations

Start area
Durban
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available
Destination area
Ceres, Western Cape
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available

Distance comparisons

Here are similar South African routes with a close travel distance, prioritised by the same province or matching province pair where possible.

Cape Town to George Overlapping province
About 372.4 km Difference: 1,160.3 km
Johannesburg to Polokwane Similar distance
About 293.1 km Difference: 1,239.7 km
Gqeberha to East London Similar distance
About 238.6 km Difference: 1,294.2 km
Pretoria to Nelspruit Similar distance
About 276.4 km Difference: 1,256.4 km
East London to Mthatha Similar distance
About 178.6 km Difference: 1,354.2 km

Reverse route and related trips

View distance from Ceres to Durban

Durban to Johannesburg Durban to Pretoria Durban to Cape Town Durban to Polokwane Johannesburg to Ceres Pretoria to Ceres Cape Town to Ceres Durban to Ceres

Legal and trust information

Access pages for Distance24.co.za and Fuel Prices, including privacy, terms, disclaimers, contact details and editorial standards.

Open Trust Centre
Privacy Policy Data, cookies and privacy requests → Terms of Use Rules, responsibilities and usage terms → Disclaimer Important estimate and route limitations → Contact Support, privacy, editorial and ads →
Trust Centre About Privacy Policy Terms of Use Disclaimer PAIA Manual Contact Advertising Disclosure Editorial Policy Cookies Corrections

© 2026 Distance24.co.za. All rights reserved.

Distance24.co.za combines Leaflet, OpenStreetMap, Nominatim, Geoapify, OSRM, OpenRouteService and Open-Meteo to power map display, place search, route planning, distance calculations and weather information.