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Distance from E420 N3 to Durban

E420 N3 to Durban is a practical regional trip, covering about 105.8 km in roughly 1 hr 15 min.

N E420 N3 → Durban
Road distance
105.8 km
M13 N3
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
88.5 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
1.20×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
18
Info Travel board
Travel time
1 hr 15 min
End point
the fork onto Che Guevara Road
Return: 2 hrs 32 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
75 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
83.9 km/h
Stop-adjusted ETA 0 planned rest stops
1 hr 15 min
Fuel Service sign
Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km
93 Petrol R26.52 / litre
R202.11
95 Petrol R26.63 / litre
R202.95
Diesel 500ppm R32.30 / litre
R246.16
Diesel 50ppm R32.50 / litre
R247.68
93 Petrol R26.52 / litre
R266.67
95 Petrol R26.63 / litre
R267.78
Diesel 500ppm R32.30 / litre
R324.79
Diesel 50ppm R32.50 / litre
R326.80
93 Petrol R26.52 / litre
R350.88
95 Petrol R26.63 / litre
R352.34
Diesel 500ppm R32.30 / litre
R427.36
Diesel 50ppm R32.50 / litre
R430.00
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🧭 Route vector
Compass bearing
119° ESE
Forward azimuth heading
Return heading Reverse azimuth
299° WNW
Coordinate delta Lat / Lon shift
South-West
Start coords Origin point
-29.4843, 30.2038
End coords Destination point
-29.8618, 31.0099
Taxi Local commuter
Taxi fare estimate
Check local taxi rank
Long-distance caution
Route class Operational trip category
Local shared
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105.8 km 76 min
Start E420 N3
Finish Durban
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Start point
Destination
Driving route
Navigation sign

Turn-by-turn directions

↑
  1. Start your journey
    0.2 km
  2. Turn left onto Plane Crescent
    0.6 km
  3. Turn left onto Slipway
    0.1 km
  4. Go straight onto Hayfields Road
    0.2 km
  5. Turn right onto Link Road
    0.2 km
  6. At the end of the road, turn left onto Main Street
    1.4 km
  7. Take the ramp slight left towards N3
    0.3 km
  8. Merge slight right
    70.8 km
  9. Keep slight right at the fork towards N3: Durban
    9.3 km
  10. Keep slight left at the fork
    20.3 km
  11. Take the exit ramp slight left towards M13: Berea
    0.3 km
  12. Go straight onto King Dinuzulu Road
    0.9 km
  13. Turn right onto Botanic Gardens Road
    0.1 km
  14. Continue straight onto Cleaver Road
    0.2 km
  15. Turn left onto Che Guevara Road
    0.8 km
  16. Turn left onto Magwaza Maphalala Street
    0.1 km
  17. Keep slight right at the fork onto Che Guevara Road
    0.2 km
  18. You have arrived at your destination
    0.0 km
Navigation sign

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 ↩ Durban → E420 N3 E420 N3 to Johannesburg E420 N3 to Pretoria E420 N3 to Cape Town E420 N3 to Durban Johannesburg to Durban Pretoria to Durban Cape Town to Durban
Stop Stopover sign
Halfway point
52.9 km
Mid-route position Road corridor partition
50 / 50
Time partition Start / finish split
37 min • 37 min
Waypoint reference Nearest route marker
Mid-route reference
Vec Consumption & emissions
Consumption & emissions profile
7.6 L needed
Moderate efficiency • 7.2 L/100km baseline
CO2 emitted Estimated tailpipe output
17.6 kg
Fuel mass Approximate tank weight
5.7 kg
Cost per km Based on 95 Petrol
R1.92
Directness index As-the-crow-flies ratio
83.6%
☀ Solar data
Daylight window at Durban
06:29 – 17:14
Outside daylight hours
Solar noonHighest sun position
Total daylightUsable driving light
10 hrs 45 min
Light remainingUntil sunset
Expired
SunriseDawn break
06:29
Fin Tax & wear
Wear & SARS deduction
R442.44
Single trip SARS allowance
SARS rate R4.18/km fixed rate
R4.18/km
Tyre wear Estimated tread cost
R2.12
Service wear Oil & filter allocation
R21.17
Total trip wear Excludes fuel & tolls
R465.73
Nav Maneuver index
Navigation complexity
Moderate (9)
Turn difficulty rating
Roundabouts Multi-path navigation
0
Lane merges Yield required
1
Complex forks Path selection
3
Highway exits Deceleration zones
1
Route atlas

Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

ZA-ATLAS
Origin E420 N3 -29.48427, 30.20382
Midpoint
52.9 km
Total: 105.8 km
Midpoint 52.9 km
105.8 km 76 min
Destination Durban End: the fork onto Che Guevara Road -29.86183, 31.00991

Route sheet

Route class Resolved South Africa route
Province span South Africa
One-way road span 105.8 km
Return-cycle span 211.6 km
Traversal time 76 min
Maneuver count 18
Maneuver density 17.0 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 52.9 km

Coordinate frame

Start -29.48427, 30.20382
Midpoint -29.73027, 30.54467
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
Route support

Route FAQ

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Questions 8
How far is E420 N3 from Durban? +
E420 N3 is about 105.8 km from Durban by road.
How long does it take from E420 N3 to Durban? +
The drive usually takes about 76 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from E420 N3 to Durban in one day? +
Yes, for many drivers this can be done in one day.
Is taxi available from E420 N3 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 E420 N3 to Durban? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R202.11 (R26.52 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R202.95 (R26.63 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R246.16 (R32.30 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R247.68 (R32.50 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from E420 N3 to Durban? +
Yes. There are 4 tollgates currently matched for this route.
What is the route verdict for this trip? +
Practical regional trip: This route is very manageable in one day and usually works well as a same-day return.
Is there a road note for this route? +
This is a regional road trip that can usually work as a same-day return. National roads appear in this route, so watch for toll signs and busier sections.
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Route Locations

Start area
E420 N3, 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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