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Distance from Empangeni to Pietermaritzburg

Empangeni to Pietermaritzburg is a solid inter-town journey, covering about 236.8 km in roughly 2 hrs 35 min.

N Empangeni → Pietermaritzburg
Road distance
236.8 km
147.1 mi • 127.8 nmi
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
175.3 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
1.35×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
17
Info Travel board
Travel time
2 hrs 35 min
Return: 5 hrs 10 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
2 hrs 35 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
91.5 km/h
Stop-adjusted ETA 1 planned rest stop
2 hrs 50 min
Fuel Service sign
Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R396.35
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R398.22
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R441.52
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R445.10
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R522.96
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R525.43
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R582.57
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R587.29
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R688.10
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R691.36
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R766.53
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R772.75
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Fastest drive Direct drive estimate
2 hrs 35 min
Comfort drive Allows a short stop
2 hrs 50 min
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Route class Operational trip category
Local shared
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236.8 km 2 hrs 35 min
Start Empangeni
Finish Pietermaritzburg
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Turn-by-turn directions

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  1. Start your journey
    0.0 km
  2. Turn sharp right onto Pearce Crescent
    0.4 km
  3. Turn left onto Turnbull Street
    0.2 km
  4. Turn left
    5.2 km
  5. Turn right towards N2: KwaDukuza
    0.6 km
  6. Merge slight right onto North Coast Toll Road
    132.5 km
  7. Continue straight onto Outer Ring Road
    24.3 km
  8. Take the exit ramp slight left towards N3: Pietermaritzburg
    0.2 km
  9. Keep slight right at the fork towards N3: Pietermaritzburg
    1.5 km
  10. Merge slight right
    15.3 km
  11. Keep slight right at the fork
    54.1 km
  12. Take the exit ramp slight left towards R33
    0.3 km
  13. Keep slight left at the fork towards M70
    0.1 km
  14. Turn left onto Church Street
    1.8 km
  15. Turn right onto Otto Street
    0.2 km
  16. At the end of the road, turn left onto Pietermaritz Street
    0.0 km
  17. You have arrived at your destination
    0.0 km
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Tolls on this route

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Tolls found 22
Known total R559.00
Main toll road N2 - North Coast Toll Road
This route includes 22 toll points from our database. The strongest toll-road match is N2 - North Coast Toll Road.
Mariannhill Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R16.50
Mvoti Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R18.50
Mariannhill Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R16.50
Mariannhill Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R16.50
Mvoti Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R18.50
Mariannhill Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R16.50
Dokodweni
Road: Road not linked yet
R27.00
oThongathi Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R15.50
oThongathi Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R15.50
oThongathi Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R15.50
oThongathi
Road: Road not linked yet
R7.50
oThongathi Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R15.50
Dokodweni Ramp Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R27.00
oThongathi
Road: Road not linked yet
R7.50
Mtunzini Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R63.50
Mtunzini Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R63.50
Mtunzini Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R63.50
Mandini Ramp Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R10.00
Mandini
Road: Road not linked yet
R10.00
King Shaka Airport
Road: Road not linked yet
R8.50
Mtunzini Ramp Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R53.00
Mtunzini Ramp Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R53.00
Stop Stopover sign
Halfway point
118.5 km
Mid-route position Road corridor partition
50 / 50
Time partition Start / finish split
1 hr 17 min • 1 hr 17 min
Waypoint reference Nearest route marker
Mid-route reference
Loc Route geography
Route geography
Empangeni → Pietermaritzburg
Start and destination context
Start area Origin
Empangeni
Destination area Arrival
Pietermaritzburg
Road span Street reference
— • —
Post Postal reference
Postal reference
— • —
Empangeni → Pietermaritzburg
Empangeni Origin postcode
Not available
Pietermaritzburg Destination postcode
Not available
Province span Route area
South Africa
Set Nearby route set
Nearby route set
Gqeberha to East London
3 other similar routes
Gqeberha to East London Similar distance
1.8 km
Durban to Richards Bay Similar distance
81.6 km
Pretoria to Nelspruit Similar distance
39.6 km
Rev Related route set
Related route set
Pietermaritzburg → Empangeni
Empangeni ↔ Pietermaritzburg
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Route atlas

Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

ZA-ATLAS
Origin Empangeni -28.74611, 31.89722
Midpoint
118.5 km
Total: 236.8 km
Midpoint 118.5 km
236.8 km 2 hrs 35 min
Destination Pietermaritzburg -29.60000, 30.37889

Route sheet

Route class Resolved South Africa route
Province span South Africa
One-way road span 236.8 km
Return-cycle span 473.5 km
Traversal time 2 hrs 35 min
Maneuver count 17
Maneuver density 7.2 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 118.5 km

Coordinate frame

Start -28.74611, 31.89722
Midpoint -29.50574, 31.20809
End -29.60000, 30.37889
Destination services

Available in Pietermaritzburg

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Service groups 5
Schools Banks Fuel stations and garages Supermarkets Shopping malls
Nearby category Schools Top 6 nearby matches around Pietermaritzburg
6
Nearby category Banks Top 2 nearby matches around Pietermaritzburg
2
Nearby category Fuel stations and garages Top 5 nearby matches around Pietermaritzburg
5
Nearby category Supermarkets Top 6 nearby matches around Pietermaritzburg
6
  • Bonjour
    75 Chief Albert Luthuli Street, Pietermaritzburg, 3201
  • Pick'n'Pay
    121 Church Street, 3201
  • Shoprite
    Pietermaritzburg, 3201, KwaZulu-Natal
  • Quickshop
    27 Chief Albert Luthuli Street, Pietermaritzburg
  • Parklane Superspar
    18 Chief Albert Luthuli Road
  • Pick n Pay
    151 Victoria Road, Pietermaritzburg, 3200, KwaZulu-Natal
Nearby category Shopping malls Top 3 nearby matches around Pietermaritzburg
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Destination brief

Travelling to Pietermaritzburg

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

Signature KZN capital city
Standout Capital city with heritage and Midlands access
Pietermaritzburg has more weight than a routine inland stop because it combines provincial-capital status with heritage, sport and quick access to the Midlands side of KwaZulu-Natal.
Best for Who this destination suits
Capital city stay Midlands gateway Business trip Heritage travel
Arrival What to expect on arrival
CBD, Scottsville, university-side and N3-adjacent arrivals can feel quite different, so the exact suburb or venue matters.
Regional base Good base for nearby trips
Use Pietermaritzburg as a KZN capital base for business travel, heritage stops and onward drives into the Midlands and Drakensberg direction.
Destination facts Quick reference details
Pietermaritzburg Tourism describes it as the capital city of KwaZulu-Natal
The city works as both a destination and a route hub
It sits close to the Midlands touring zone
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Questions 9
How far is Empangeni from Pietermaritzburg? +
Empangeni is about 236.8 km from Pietermaritzburg by road.
How long does it take from Empangeni to Pietermaritzburg? +
The drive usually takes about 2 hrs 35 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from Empangeni to Pietermaritzburg in one day? +
Yes, for many drivers this can be done in one day.
Is taxi available from Empangeni to Pietermaritzburg? +
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 Empangeni to Pietermaritzburg? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R396.35 (R23.25 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R398.22 (R23.36 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R441.52 (R25.90 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R445.10 (R26.11 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from Empangeni to Pietermaritzburg? +
Yes. There are 22 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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Towns along the route

Pearce Crescent
From Empangeni To Pietermaritzburg
: KwaDukuza
From Empangeni To Pietermaritzburg
: Pietermaritzburg
From Empangeni To Pietermaritzburg
Johannesburg
From Empangeni To Pietermaritzburg
Durban
From Empangeni To Pietermaritzburg
: Greytown
From Empangeni To Pietermaritzburg

Route Locations

Start area
Empangeni
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available
Destination area
Pietermaritzburg
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.

Gqeberha to East London Similar distance
About 238.6 km Difference: 1.8 km
Durban to Richards Bay Similar distance
About 155.2 km Difference: 81.6 km
Pretoria to Nelspruit Similar distance
About 276.4 km Difference: 39.6 km
East London to Mthatha Similar distance
About 178.6 km Difference: 58.2 km
Durban to Port Shepstone Similar distance
About 112.2 km Difference: 124.5 km

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