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Distance from Durban to Klerksdorp

Durban to Klerksdorp is a full long-distance road trip, covering about 670.8 km in roughly 8 hrs 22 min.

N Durban → Klerksdorp
Road distance
670.8 km
N3 R30 R51
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
540.2 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
1.24×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
27
Info Travel board
Travel time
8 hrs 22 min
Start point
Che Guevara Road
Return: 45 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
502 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
80.1 km/h
Stop-adjusted ETA 4 planned rest stops
9 hrs 22 min
Fuel Service sign
Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R1,122.92
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R1,128.23
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R1,250.91
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R1,261.05
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R1,481.63
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R1,488.64
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R1,650.51
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R1,663.89
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R1,949.52
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R1,958.74
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R2,171.72
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R2,189.33
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🧭 Route vector
Compass bearing
307° NW
Forward azimuth heading
Return heading Reverse azimuth
127° SE
Coordinate delta Lat / Lon shift
North-East
Start coords Origin point
-29.8618, 31.0099
End coords Destination point
-26.8625, 26.6657
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Route class Operational trip category
Local shared
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670.8 km 8 hrs 22 min
Start Durban
Finish Klerksdorp
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Start point
Destination
Driving route
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Turn-by-turn directions

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  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
    210.3 km
  10. Take the exit ramp slight left towards R51
    0.5 km
  11. Turn left
    0.7 km
  12. Continue straight
    71.1 km
  13. Turn left onto Blackwood Street
    2.5 km
  14. Continue straight onto Ring Road
    1.6 km
  15. Continue straight onto Klip River Drive
    0.9 km
  16. Turn slight right
    0.0 km
  17. Turn right onto Houtkop Road
    9.9 km
  18. Turn right onto Boy Louw Street
    6.6 km
  19. Continue straight onto Voorspoed Road
    65.8 km
  20. Turn left onto Nelson Mandela Drive
    8.2 km
  21. Turn right onto James Moroka Avenue
    1.8 km
  22. Turn left onto Beyers Naude Avenue
    0.4 km
  23. Turn right onto Nelson Mandela Drive
    45.7 km
  24. Take the exit ramp slight left towards R30: Klerksdorp
    0.2 km
  25. Continue straight
    0.2 km
  26. Turn left onto O.R. Tambo Street
    0.1 km
  27. You have arrived at your destination
    0.0 km
Navigation sign

Tolls on this route

R
Tolls found 20
Known total R1,143.00
Main toll road N3
This route includes 20 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
Bergville
Road: Road not linked yet
R30.00
Mooi
Road: Road not linked yet
R70.00
Bergville
Road: Road not linked yet
R30.00
Mooi Ramp Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R49.00
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
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
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
Treverton Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R21.00
Treverton Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R21.00
Routes ↩ Klerksdorp → Durban Durban to Johannesburg Durban to Pretoria Durban to Cape Town Durban to Polokwane Johannesburg to Klerksdorp Pretoria to Klerksdorp Cape Town to Klerksdorp
Stop Stopover sign
Halfway point
335.6 km
Mid-route position Road corridor partition
50 / 50
Time partition Start / finish split
4 hrs 11 min • 4 hrs 11 min
Waypoint reference Nearest route marker
Mid-route reference
Vec Consumption & emissions
Consumption & emissions profile
48.3 L needed
Moderate efficiency • 7.2 L/100km baseline
CO2 emitted Estimated tailpipe output
111.6 kg
Fuel mass Approximate tank weight
36.2 kg
Cost per km Based on 95 Petrol
R1.68
Directness index As-the-crow-flies ratio
80.5%
☀ Solar data
Daylight window at Klerksdorp
06:38 – 17:41
Active daylight
Solar noonHighest sun position
Total daylightUsable driving light
11 hrs 3 min
Light remainingUntil sunset
10 hrs 22 min
SunriseDawn break
06:38
Fin Tax & wear
Wear & SARS deduction
R2,803.95
Single trip SARS allowance
SARS rate R4.18/km fixed rate
R4.18/km
Tyre wear Estimated tread cost
R13.42
Service wear Oil & filter allocation
R134.16
Total trip wear Excludes fuel & tolls
R2,951.52
Nav Maneuver index
Navigation complexity
Moderate (6)
Turn difficulty rating
Roundabouts Multi-path navigation
0
Lane merges Yield required
1
Complex forks Path selection
1
Highway exits Deceleration zones
2
Route atlas

Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

ZA-ATLAS
Origin Durban Start: Che Guevara Road -29.86183, 31.00991
Midpoint
335.6 km
Total: 670.8 km
Midpoint 335.6 km
670.8 km 8 hrs 22 min
Destination Klerksdorp -26.86254, 26.66568

Route sheet

Route class Resolved South Africa route
Province span South Africa
One-way road span 670.8 km
Return-cycle span 1,341.6 km
Traversal time 8 hrs 22 min
Maneuver count 27
Maneuver density 4.0 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 335.6 km

Coordinate frame

Start -29.86183, 31.00991
Midpoint -27.97625, 28.97861
End -26.86254, 26.66568
Destination services

Available in Klerksdorp

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Service groups 7
Schools Clothing stores Banks Fuel stations and garages Supermarkets Pharmacies
Nearby category Schools Top 2 nearby matches around Klerksdorp
2
Nearby category Clothing stores Top 2 nearby matches around Klerksdorp
2
  • PEP
    Golf Street, Klerksdorp, 2571, North West
  • PEP
    16 Central Avenue, Klerksdorp, 2571, North West
Nearby category Banks Top 2 nearby matches around Klerksdorp
2
Nearby category Fuel stations and garages Top 2 nearby matches around Klerksdorp
2
Nearby category Supermarkets Top 6 nearby matches around Klerksdorp
6
Nearby category Pharmacies Top 1 nearby match around Klerksdorp
1
  • Dischem
    16 Joe Slovo Road, Klerksdorp, 2571
Nearby category Shopping malls Top 1 nearby match around Klerksdorp
1
Destination brief

Travelling to Klerksdorp

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

Signature Matlosana events and city base
Standout North West city with events and practical depth
Klerksdorp works as more than a service city because it combines events, attractions and practical urban depth within the Matlosana area.
Best for Who this destination suits
Event travel North West city stay Business trip Regional base
Arrival What to expect on arrival
The final suburb, event venue or hotel matters because the wider Matlosana area is more spread out than a single-town label suggests.
Regional base Good base for nearby trips
Use Klerksdorp as a North West city base for events, overnight travel and practical regional movement.
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Questions 9
How far is Durban from Klerksdorp? +
Durban is about 670.8 km from Klerksdorp by road.
How long does it take from Durban to Klerksdorp? +
The drive usually takes about 8 hrs 22 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from Durban to Klerksdorp 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 Klerksdorp? +
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 Klerksdorp? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R1,122.92 (R23.25 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R1,128.23 (R23.36 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R1,250.91 (R25.90 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R1,261.05 (R26.11 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from Durban to Klerksdorp? +
Yes. There are 20 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

: Pietermaritzburg
From Durban To Klerksdorp
: Balfour
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Vereeniging
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: Klerksdorp
From Durban To Klerksdorp
Orkney
From Durban To Klerksdorp
Ventersdorp
From Durban To Klerksdorp

Route Locations

Start area
Durban
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available
Destination area
Klerksdorp
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available

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