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Distance from Hendrina to Ladysmith

Hendrina to Ladysmith is a solid inter-town journey, covering about 300.6 km in roughly 3 hrs 33 min.

N Hendrina → Ladysmith
Road distance
300.6 km
186.8 mi • 162.3 nmi
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
267.0 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
1.13×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
6
Info Travel board
Travel time
3 hrs 33 min
Return: 7 hrs 6 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
3 hrs 33 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
84.6 km/h
Stop-adjusted ETA 1 planned rest stop
3 hrs 48 min
Fuel Service sign
Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R503.26
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R505.64
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R560.62
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R565.17
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R664.03
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R667.17
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R739.71
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R745.71
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R873.72
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R877.85
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R973.31
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R981.20
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Fastest drive Direct drive estimate
3 hrs 33 min
Comfort drive Allows a short stop
3 hrs 48 min
Taxi Local commuter
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Long-distance caution
Route class Operational trip category
Local shared
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300.6 km 3 hrs 33 min
Start Hendrina
Finish Ladysmith
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Start point
Destination
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Navigation sign

Turn-by-turn directions

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  1. Start your journey
    0.0 km
  2. At the end of the road, turn left onto Church Street
    0.1 km
  3. Continue make a U-turn onto Church Street
    52.3 km
  4. Continue straight onto De Emigratie Street
    248.1 km
  5. Turn right
    0.1 km
  6. You have arrived at your destination
    0.0 km
Stop Stopover sign
Halfway point
150.7 km
Mid-route position Road corridor partition
50 / 50
Time partition Start / finish split
1 hr 46 min • 1 hr 46 min
Waypoint reference Nearest route marker
Mid-route reference
Loc Route geography
Route geography
Hendrina → Ladysmith
Start and destination context
Start area Origin
Hendrina
Destination area Arrival
Ladysmith
Road span Street reference
— • —
Post Postal reference
Postal reference
— • —
Hendrina → Ladysmith
Hendrina Origin postcode
Not available
Ladysmith Destination postcode
Not available
Province span Route area
South Africa
Set Nearby route set
Nearby route set
Johannesburg to Polokwane
3 other similar routes
Johannesburg to Polokwane Similar distance
7.6 km
Pretoria to Nelspruit Similar distance
24.2 km
Mbombela to Middelburg Similar distance
146.1 km
Rev Related route set
Related route set
Ladysmith → Hendrina
Hendrina ↔ Ladysmith
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Route atlas

Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

ZA-ATLAS
Origin Hendrina -26.15833, 29.71611
Midpoint
150.7 km
Total: 300.6 km
Midpoint 150.7 km
300.6 km 3 hrs 33 min
Destination Ladysmith -28.55873, 29.78250

Route sheet

Route class Resolved South Africa route
Province span South Africa
One-way road span 300.6 km
Return-cycle span 601.3 km
Traversal time 3 hrs 33 min
Maneuver count 6
Maneuver density 2.0 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 150.7 km

Coordinate frame

Start -26.15833, 29.71611
Midpoint -27.36967, 29.88563
End -28.55873, 29.78250
Destination services

Available in Ladysmith

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 Clothing stores Banks Fuel stations and garages Supermarkets
Nearby category Schools Top 6 nearby matches around Ladysmith
6
Nearby category Clothing stores Top 1 nearby match around Ladysmith
1
  • PEP
    Keate Street, Ladysmith, 3370, KwaZulu-Natal
Nearby category Banks Top 1 nearby match around Ladysmith
1
  • ABSA
    Murchison Street
Nearby category Fuel stations and garages Top 3 nearby matches around Ladysmith
3
  • Shell Select
    3370, KwaZulu-Natal
  • Shell
    87 Murchinson Street, Ladysmith, 3370, KwaZulu-Natal
  • Shell
    52 Newcastle Road, Ladysmith, 3370, KwaZulu-Natal
Nearby category Supermarkets Top 4 nearby matches around Ladysmith
4
  • Shoprite
    Ladysmith, 3370, KwaZulu-Natal
  • Boxer
    Ladysmith, 3370, KwaZulu-Natal
  • Pick n Pay
    Ladysmith, 3370, KwaZulu-Natal
  • Quickshop
    11 Murchison Street, Ladysmith
Destination brief

Travelling to Ladysmith

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

Standout Why Ladysmith stands out
Ladysmith works as a central KZN inland stop with a historic and corridor character, so balances destination and stopover use.
Arrival What to expect on arrival
Ladysmith arrival quality improves when the route is planned as either a stopover or a true final stay, not both vaguely at once.
Regional base Good base for nearby trips
Best for Ladysmith stays, meetings and longer KZN inland stop planning.
Route support

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Questions 9
How far is Hendrina from Ladysmith? +
Hendrina is about 300.6 km from Ladysmith by road.
How long does it take from Hendrina to Ladysmith? +
The drive usually takes about 3 hrs 33 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from Hendrina to Ladysmith in one day? +
Yes, for many drivers this can be done in one day.
Is taxi available from Hendrina to Ladysmith? +
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 Hendrina to Ladysmith? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R503.26 (R23.25 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R505.64 (R23.36 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R560.62 (R25.90 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R565.17 (R26.11 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from Hendrina to Ladysmith? +
No tollgates are 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 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. This route looks more local or regional, but always check signs and road conditions on the day.
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Route Locations

Start area
Hendrina
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available
Destination area
Ladysmith
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.

Johannesburg to Polokwane Similar distance
About 293.1 km Difference: 7.6 km
Pretoria to Nelspruit Similar distance
About 276.4 km Difference: 24.2 km
Mbombela to Middelburg Similar distance
About 154.5 km Difference: 146.1 km
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Durban to Richards Bay Similar distance
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