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Distance from Highview to City Centre

Highview to City Centre is a full long-distance road trip, covering about 1,633.6 km in roughly 16 hrs 41 min.

N Highview → City Centre
Road distance
1,633.6 km
1,015.1 mi • 881.9 nmi
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
1,270.3 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
1.29×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
37
Info Travel board
Travel time
16 hrs 41 min
Return: 33 hrs 22 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
16 hrs 41 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
97.9 km/h
Stop-adjusted ETA 8 planned rest stops
18 hrs 41 min
Fuel Service sign
Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R2,734.67
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R2,747.61
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R3,046.37
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R3,071.07
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R3,608.25
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R3,625.32
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R4,019.51
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R4,052.10
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R4,747.69
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R4,770.16
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R5,288.83
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R5,331.71
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Wx Destination weather
Today's outlook for City Centre
11.2°C
Mainly clear
Feels like Perceived temperature
9.4°C
Day range High / low
H 16° • L 11°
Rain chance Today's probability
41%
Wind 10m wind speed
7 km/h
Taxi Local commuter
Taxi fare estimate
Check local taxi rank
Long-distance caution
Route class Operational trip category
Local shared
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1,633.6 km 16 hrs 41 min
Start Highview
Finish City Centre
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Start point
Destination
Driving route
Navigation sign

Turn-by-turn directions

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  1. Head southeast on Highview
    0.1 km
  2. Turn sharp left onto Moses Kotane Road, M15
    0.4 km
  3. Keep left
    1.4 km
  4. Turn sharp right
    241.3 km
  5. Turn slight left onto N3
    50.2 km
  6. Keep left
    0.5 km
  7. Keep right
    90.4 km
  8. Turn left onto Eeufees Street, N5
    137.4 km
  9. Turn left
    136.3 km
  10. Continue straight onto N1
    195.9 km
  11. Keep left
    0.4 km
  12. Keep right
    0.0 km
  13. Turn right onto Station Road, R58
    0.3 km
  14. Turn right
    0.2 km
  15. Turn slight left onto N1
    2.3 km
  16. Keep left
    1.2 km
  17. Turn sharp right onto N9
    0.0 km
  18. Keep left
    1.0 km
  19. Continue straight onto N1
    310.7 km
  20. Enter the roundabout and take the 4th exit onto Donkin Street, N1, N12
    0.1 km
  21. Continue straight onto Donkin Street, N1, N12
    352.7 km
  22. Keep right
    0.2 km
  23. Turn left onto High Street, R60
    0.0 km
  24. Turn right onto N1
    24.5 km
  25. Keep left
    0.3 km
  26. Turn sharp right onto R101
    0.0 km
  27. Turn left onto N1
    83.1 km
  28. Keep left
    0.5 km
  29. Keep left
    1.0 km
  30. Turn right onto Sir Lowry Road, M4
    0.3 km
  31. Turn slight right onto Darling Street, M4
    0.5 km
  32. Turn left onto Plein Street
    0.2 km
  33. Turn right onto Spin Street
    0.1 km
  34. Turn slight left onto Bureau Street
    0.1 km
  35. Turn right onto Adderley Street
    0.0 km
  36. Turn left onto Church Street
    0.0 km
  37. Arrive at Church Street, on the left
    0.0 km
Navigation sign

Tolls on this route

R
Tolls found 21
Known total R1,009.00
Main toll road M4 - Magalies Toll Route
This route includes 21 toll points from our database. The strongest toll-road match is M4 - Magalies Toll Route.
Mariannhill Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R16.50
Tugela
Road: Road not linked yet
R100.00
Mariannhill Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R16.50
Mariannhill Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R16.50
Tugela
Road: Road not linked yet
R100.00
Verkeerdevlei
Road: Road not linked yet
R78.50
Mariannhill Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R16.50
Mooi
Road: Road not linked yet
R70.00
Mooi Ramp Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R49.00
Unnamed toll booth near Huguenot
Road: Near Huguenot / N1 corridor
R0.00
Treverton Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R21.00
Treverton Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R21.00
Huguenot
Road: Road not linked yet
R54.50
Huguenot
Road: Road not linked yet
R54.50
Huguenot
Road: Road not linked yet
R54.50
Mooi Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R70.00
Mooi Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R70.00
Mooi Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R70.00
Mooi Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R70.00
Bergville
Road: Road not linked yet
R30.00
Bergville
Road: Road not linked yet
R30.00
Stop Stopover sign
Halfway point
816.8 km
Mid-route position Road corridor partition
50 / 50
Time partition Start / finish split
8 hrs 20 min • 8 hrs 20 min
Waypoint reference Nearest route marker
Mid-route reference
Loc Route geography
Route geography
Highview → City Centre
Start and destination context
Start area Origin
Highview, KwaZulu-Natal
Destination area Arrival
City Centre
Road span Street reference
— • —
Post Postal reference
Postal reference
— • —
Highview → City Centre
Highview Origin postcode
Not available
City Centre Destination postcode
Not available
Province span Route area
South Africa
Set Nearby route set
Nearby route set
Cape Town to George
3 other similar routes
Cape Town to George Similar distance
1,261.2 km
Johannesburg to Polokwane Similar distance
1,340.6 km
Gqeberha to East London Similar distance
1,395.0 km
Rev Related route set
Related route set
City Centre → Highview
Highview ↔ City Centre
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Route atlas

Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

ZA-ATLAS
Origin Highview -29.83639, 30.99521
Midpoint
816.8 km
Total: 1,633.6 km
Midpoint 816.8 km
1,633.6 km 16 hrs 41 min
Destination City Centre -33.92439, 18.42006

Route sheet

Route class Resolved South Africa route
Province span South Africa
One-way road span 1,633.6 km
Return-cycle span 3,267.2 km
Traversal time 16 hrs 41 min
Maneuver count 37
Maneuver density 2.3 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 816.8 km

Coordinate frame

Start -29.83639, 30.99521
Midpoint -30.57308, 25.44940
End -33.92439, 18.42006
Destination services

Available in City Centre

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

Service groups 7
Schools Clothing stores Banks Fuel stations and garages Supermarkets Pharmacies
Nearby category Schools Top 6 nearby matches around City Centre
6
Nearby category Clothing stores Top 6 nearby matches around City Centre
6
Nearby category Banks Top 6 nearby matches around City Centre
6
Nearby category Fuel stations and garages Top 6 nearby matches around City Centre
6
  • Shell
    Cape Town, 8001, Western Cape
  • Shell
    1 Orange Street, Cape Town, 8001, Western Cape
  • Shell Select
    130 Buitenkant Street, Cape Town, 8001, Western Cape
  • Shell Select
    8001, Western Cape
  • Shell Select
    8005, Western Cape
  • Shell
    Main Road, Sea Point, Cape Town, 8005, Western Cape
Nearby category Supermarkets Top 6 nearby matches around City Centre
6
Nearby category Pharmacies Top 2 nearby matches around City Centre
2
Nearby category Shopping malls Top 6 nearby matches around City Centre
6
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Questions 9
How far is Highview from City Centre? +
Highview is about 1,633.6 km from City Centre by road.
How long does it take from Highview to City Centre? +
The drive usually takes about 16 hrs 41 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from Highview to City Centre in one day? +
It is possible, but for many travellers this is better treated as a very long same-day trip or an overnight trip.
Is taxi available from Highview to City Centre? +
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 Highview to City Centre? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R2,734.67 (R23.25 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R2,747.61 (R23.36 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R3,046.37 (R25.90 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R3,071.07 (R26.11 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from Highview to City Centre? +
Yes. There are 21 tollgates currently matched for this route.
What is the route verdict for this trip? +
Very long trip: This is a demanding long-distance route. Treat it as a serious travel day and consider an overnight stop.
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. National roads appear in this route, so watch for toll signs and busier sections.
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Route Locations

Start area
Highview, KwaZulu-Natal
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available
Destination area
City Centre
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.

Cape Town to George Similar distance
About 372.4 km Difference: 1,261.2 km
Johannesburg to Polokwane Similar distance
About 293.1 km Difference: 1,340.6 km
Gqeberha to East London Similar distance
About 238.6 km Difference: 1,395.0 km
Pretoria to Nelspruit Similar distance
About 276.4 km Difference: 1,357.2 km
East London to Mthatha Similar distance
About 178.6 km Difference: 1,455.1 km

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