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Distance from Durban to Underberg

N Durban → Underberg
Road distance
207.8 km
Provincial mix · N3 / R103
Durban to Underberg is a solid inter-town journey, covering about 207.8 km in roughly 2 hrs 49 min.
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
146.4 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
1.42×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
15
Info Travel board
Travel time
2 hrs 49 min
Start point
Che Guevara Road
Return: 5 hrs 38 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
169 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
73.7 km/h
Stop-adjusted ETA 1 planned rest stop
3 hrs 4 min
Fuel Service sign
Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km
93 Petrol R27.95 / litre
R418.17
95 Petrol R28.06 / litre
R419.82
Diesel 500ppm R27.92 / litre
R417.73
Diesel 50ppm R29.26 / litre
R437.77
93 Petrol R27.95 / litre
R551.76
95 Petrol R28.06 / litre
R553.93
Diesel 500ppm R27.92 / litre
R551.17
Diesel 50ppm R29.26 / litre
R577.62
93 Petrol R27.95 / litre
R726.00
95 Petrol R28.06 / litre
R728.85
Diesel 500ppm R27.92 / litre
R725.22
Diesel 50ppm R29.26 / litre
R760.02
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🧭 Route vector
Compass bearing
273° W
Forward azimuth heading
Return heading Reverse azimuth
93° E
Coordinate delta Lat / Lon shift
North-East
Start coords Origin point
-29.8618, 31.0099
End coords Destination point
-29.7920, 29.4942
Taxi Transport options
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Long-distance caution
Route class Operational trip category
Long-distance
Operator type Service format
Minibus taxi
Weather 14 °C Durban Fair View Forecast → 2 °C Underberg Fog View Forecast →
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Travel modes
Durban → Underberg
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Car
207.8 km
2 hrs 49 min
Road route
🏍️ Estimate
Two-wheeler
207.8 km
~3 hrs 11 min
65 km/h avg
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207.8 km 169 min
Start Durban
Finish Underberg
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Turn-by-turn directions

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  1. Directions from Durban to Underberg via N3
    National highway N3
  2. Directions from Durban to Underberg via R103
    Provincial road route R103
  3. Head on Che Guevara Road
    0.0 km
  4. Turn right onto Sydney Road
    0.2 km
  5. Turn right onto Che Guevara Road
    1.6 km
  6. Turn right onto Lena Ahrens Road
    0.2 km
  7. Turn left onto King Dinuzulu Road
    0.3 km
  8. Take the ramp slight right towards N3: Pietermaritzburg
    0.3 km
  9. Merge slight right
    19.9 km
  10. Keep slight right at the fork
    72.7 km
  11. Take the exit ramp slight left towards R103: Underberg
    0.4 km
  12. Keep slight left at the fork towards R103: Underberg
    0.0 km
  13. Go straight onto Zeederberg Road
    0.1 km
  14. Continue straight
    111.6 km
  15. Turn right onto Sani Road
    0.2 km
  16. Turn left
    0.1 km
  17. You have arrived at your destination
    0.0 km
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Tolls on this route

R
Tolls found 4
Known total R66.00
Main toll road N3
This route includes 4 toll points from our database. The strongest toll-road match is N3.
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
Routes ↩ Underberg → Durban Durban to Johannesburg Durban to Pretoria Durban to Cape Town Durban to Polokwane Johannesburg to Underberg Pretoria to Underberg Cape Town to Underberg
Stop Stopover sign
Halfway point
103.9 km
Mid-route position Road corridor partition
50 / 50
Time partition Start / finish split
1 hr 24 min • 1 hr 24 min
Waypoint reference Nearest route marker
Mid-route reference
Vec Consumption & emissions
Consumption & emissions profile
15.0 L needed
Moderate efficiency • 7.2 L/100km baseline
CO2 emitted Estimated tailpipe output
34.6 kg
Fuel mass Approximate tank weight
11.2 kg
Cost per km Based on 95 Petrol
R2.02
Directness index As-the-crow-flies ratio
70.5%
☀ Solar data
Daylight window at Underberg
06:52 – 17:09
Outside daylight hours
Solar noonHighest sun position
12:01
Total daylightUsable driving light
10 hrs 16 min
Light remainingUntil sunset
13 hrs 30 min
SunriseDawn break
06:52
Fin Tax & wear
Wear & SARS deduction
R868.60
Single trip SARS allowance
SARS rate R4.18/km fixed rate
R4.18/km
Tyre wear Estimated tread cost
R4.16
Service wear Oil & filter allocation
R41.56
Total trip wear Excludes fuel & tolls
R914.32
Nav Maneuver index
Navigation complexity
Moderate (7)
Turn difficulty rating
Roundabouts Multi-path navigation
0
Lane merges Yield required
1
Complex forks Path selection
2
Highway exits Deceleration zones
1
Route atlas

Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

ZA-ATLAS
Origin Durban Start: Che Guevara Road -29.86183, 31.00991
Midpoint
103.9 km
Total: 207.8 km
Midpoint 103.9 km
207.8 km 169 min
Destination Underberg -29.79196, 29.49415

Route sheet

Route class Resolved South Africa route
Province span South Africa
One-way road span 207.8 km
Return-cycle span 415.6 km
Traversal time 169 min
Maneuver count 15
Maneuver density 7.2 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 103.9 km

Coordinate frame

Start -29.86183, 31.00991
Midpoint -29.55504, 30.19007
End -29.79196, 29.49415
Destination brief

Travelling to Underberg

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

Signature Sani Pass foothills base
Standout Foothills town for mountain country travel
Underberg works best as a practical and scenic base for the southern Drakensberg, especially for travellers heading into farm country, mountain activities or Sani Pass-side touring.
Best for Who this destination suits
Southern Berg base Sani Pass access Outdoor travel Country stay
Arrival What to expect on arrival
This is a functional base as much as a scenic one, so the exact lodge, farm stay or activity start point matters more than routing only to the town name.
Regional base Good base for nearby trips
Use Underberg for southern Drakensberg access, Sani Pass planning, mountain activity days and quieter country accommodation.
Destination facts Quick reference details
Underberg attractions and tourism material emphasise hiking, fishing, birding and mountain activity
The Southern Drakensberg tourism organisation is based in Underberg
The town is closely tied to Sani Pass travel planning
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How far is Durban from Underberg? +
Durban is about 207.8 km from Underberg by road.
How long does it take from Durban to Underberg? +
The drive usually takes about 169 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from Durban to Underberg in one day? +
Yes, for many drivers this can be done in one day.
Is taxi available from Durban to Underberg? +
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 Underberg? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R418.17 (R27.95 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R419.82 (R28.06 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R417.73 (R27.92 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R437.77 (R29.26 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from Durban to Underberg? +
Yes. There are 4 tollgates currently matched for this route.
What is the route verdict for this trip? +
Long same-day trip: This can work in one day, but a rest stop and early departure are recommended.
Is there a long-trip warning on this route? +
This is a medium-to-long route. A fuel or refreshment stop is a good idea.
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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