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Distance from Evenden Place to Pietermaritzburg

Evenden Place to Pietermaritzburg is a practical regional trip, covering about 68.5 km in roughly 48 min.

N Evenden Place → Pietermaritzburg
Road distance
68.5 km
42.5 mi • 37.0 nmi
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
53.0 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
1.29×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
16
Info Travel board
Travel time
48 min
Return: 1 hr 36 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
48 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
85.0 km/h
Stop-adjusted ETA 0 planned rest stops
48 min
Fuel Service sign
Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R114.59
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R115.14
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R127.66
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R128.69
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R151.20
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R151.92
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R168.44
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R169.80
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R198.95
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R199.89
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R221.63
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R223.42
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Fastest drive Direct drive estimate
48 min
Comfort drive Allows a short stop
1 hr 3 min
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Route class Operational trip category
Local shared
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68.5 km 48 min
Start Evenden Place
Finish Pietermaritzburg
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Turn-by-turn directions

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  1. Head on Evenden Place
    0.0 km
  2. Turn left onto Sander Road
    0.6 km
  3. At the roundabout, take the 1st exit onto Regent Street
    0.0 km
  4. Continue onto Regent Street
    0.1 km
  5. Turn right onto Qashana Khuzwayo Road
    1.6 km
  6. Turn right onto Saint Johns Avenue
    1.3 km
  7. Continue straight onto M7 Route
    1.7 km
  8. Take the exit ramp slight left towards N3: Pietermaritzburg
    1.3 km
  9. Merge slight left
    5.5 km
  10. Keep slight right at the fork
    54.1 km
  11. Take the exit ramp slight left towards R33
    0.3 km
  12. Keep slight left at the fork towards M70
    0.1 km
  13. Turn left onto Church Street
    1.8 km
  14. Turn right onto Otto Street
    0.2 km
  15. At the end of the road, turn left onto Pietermaritz Street
    0.0 km
  16. You have arrived at your destination
    0.0 km
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Tolls on this route

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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
Stop Stopover sign
Halfway point
34.2 km
Mid-route position Road corridor partition
50 / 50
Time partition Start / finish split
24 min • 24 min
Waypoint reference Nearest route marker
Mid-route reference
Loc Route geography
Route geography
Evenden Place → Pietermaritzburg
Start and destination context
Start area Origin
Evenden Place, KwaZulu-Natal
Destination area Arrival
Pietermaritzburg
Road span Street reference
— • —
Post Postal reference
Postal reference
— • —
Evenden Place → Pietermaritzburg
Evenden Place Origin postcode
Not available
Pietermaritzburg Destination postcode
Not available
Province span Route area
South Africa
Set Nearby route set
Nearby route set
Durban to Pietermaritzburg
3 other similar routes
Durban to Pietermaritzburg Overlapping province
0.1 km
Durban to Ballito Overlapping province
28.3 km
Pietermaritzburg to Howick Overlapping province
48.6 km
Rev Related route set
Related route set
Pietermaritzburg → Evenden Place
Evenden Place ↔ Pietermaritzburg
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Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

ZA-ATLAS
Origin Evenden Place -29.79578, 30.87927
Midpoint
34.2 km
Total: 68.5 km
Midpoint 34.2 km
68.5 km 48 min
Destination Pietermaritzburg -29.60000, 30.37889

Route sheet

Route class Resolved South Africa route
Province span South Africa
One-way road span 68.5 km
Return-cycle span 136.9 km
Traversal time 48 min
Maneuver count 16
Maneuver density 23.4 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 34.2 km

Coordinate frame

Start -29.79578, 30.87927
Midpoint -29.74152, 30.62538
End -29.60000, 30.37889
Destination services

Available in Pietermaritzburg

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

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 8
How far is Evenden Place from Pietermaritzburg? +
Evenden Place is about 68.5 km from Pietermaritzburg by road.
How long does it take from Evenden Place to Pietermaritzburg? +
The drive usually takes about 48 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from Evenden Place to Pietermaritzburg in one day? +
Yes, for many drivers this can be done in one day.
Is taxi available from Evenden Place 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 Evenden Place to Pietermaritzburg? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R114.59 (R23.25 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R115.14 (R23.36 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R127.66 (R25.90 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R128.69 (R26.11 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from Evenden Place to Pietermaritzburg? +
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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Towns along the route

: Pietermaritzburg
From Evenden Place To Pietermaritzburg
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From Evenden Place To Pietermaritzburg

Route Locations

Start area
Evenden Place, KwaZulu-Natal
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.

Durban to Pietermaritzburg Overlapping province
About 68.3 km Difference: 0.1 km
Durban to Ballito Overlapping province
About 40.1 km Difference: 28.3 km
Pietermaritzburg to Howick Overlapping province
About 19.8 km Difference: 48.6 km
Durban to Port Shepstone Overlapping province
About 112.2 km Difference: 43.8 km
Durban to Richards Bay Overlapping province
About 155.2 km Difference: 86.7 km

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