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Distance from Hillcrest to Pietermaritzburg

Hillcrest to Pietermaritzburg is a practical regional trip, covering about 54.4 km in roughly 40 min.

N Hillcrest → Pietermaritzburg
Road distance
54.4 km
33.8 mi • 29.3 nmi
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
42.1 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
1.29×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
17
Info Travel board
Travel time
40 min
Return: 1 hr 20 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
40 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
81.5 km/h
Stop-adjusted ETA 0 planned rest stops
40 min
Fuel Service sign
Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R90.98
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R91.41
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R101.35
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R102.17
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R120.05
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R120.61
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R133.73
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R134.81
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R157.96
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R158.70
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R175.96
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R177.39
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Fastest drive Direct drive estimate
40 min
Comfort drive Allows a short stop
55 min
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Route class Operational trip category
Local shared
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54.4 km 40 min
Start Hillcrest
Finish Pietermaritzburg
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Turn-by-turn directions

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  1. Start your journey
    0.2 km
  2. At the end of the road, turn left onto Nqutu Road
    0.3 km
  3. Turn right onto Old Main Road
    1.1 km
  4. Turn left onto Kassier Road
    3.3 km
  5. Continue straight onto Kassier Road
    0.3 km
  6. Turn right
    0.0 km
  7. Continue make a U-turn
    0.0 km
  8. At the end of the road, turn left onto Cliffdale Road
    0.1 km
  9. Take the ramp right towards M13: Pietermaritzburg
    0.4 km
  10. Merge slight right onto King Cetshwayo Highway
    2.1 km
  11. Merge slight right
    44.1 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
Stop Stopover sign
Halfway point
27.2 km
Mid-route position Road corridor partition
50 / 50
Time partition Start / finish split
20 min • 20 min
Waypoint reference Nearest route marker
Mid-route reference
Loc Route geography
Route geography
Hillcrest → Pietermaritzburg
Start and destination context
Start area Origin
Hillcrest
Destination area Arrival
Pietermaritzburg
Road span Street reference
— • —
Post Postal reference
Postal reference
— • —
Hillcrest → Pietermaritzburg
Hillcrest 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 Similar distance
14.0 km
Durban to Ballito Similar distance
14.2 km
Pietermaritzburg to Howick Similar distance
34.5 km
Rev Related route set
Related route set
Pietermaritzburg → Hillcrest
Hillcrest ↔ Pietermaritzburg
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Route atlas

Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

ZA-ATLAS
Origin Hillcrest -29.77556, 30.76556
Midpoint
27.2 km
Total: 54.4 km
Midpoint 27.2 km
54.4 km 40 min
Destination Pietermaritzburg -29.60000, 30.37889

Route sheet

Route class Resolved South Africa route
Province span South Africa
One-way road span 54.4 km
Return-cycle span 108.7 km
Traversal time 40 min
Maneuver count 17
Maneuver density 31.3 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 27.2 km

Coordinate frame

Start -29.77556, 30.76556
Midpoint -29.73047, 30.55628
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 Hillcrest from Pietermaritzburg? +
Hillcrest is about 54.4 km from Pietermaritzburg by road.
How long does it take from Hillcrest to Pietermaritzburg? +
The drive usually takes about 40 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from Hillcrest to Pietermaritzburg in one day? +
Yes, for many drivers this can be done in one day.
Is taxi available from Hillcrest 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 Hillcrest to Pietermaritzburg? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R90.98 (R23.25 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R91.41 (R23.36 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R101.35 (R25.90 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R102.17 (R26.11 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from Hillcrest to Pietermaritzburg? +
No tollgates are 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. This route looks more local or regional, but always check signs and road conditions on the day.
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Towns along the route

: Pietermaritzburg
From Hillcrest To Pietermaritzburg
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From Hillcrest To Pietermaritzburg

Route Locations

Start area
Hillcrest
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 Similar distance
About 68.3 km Difference: 14.0 km
Durban to Ballito Similar distance
About 40.1 km Difference: 14.2 km
Pietermaritzburg to Howick Similar distance
About 19.8 km Difference: 34.5 km
Durban to Port Shepstone Similar distance
About 112.2 km Difference: 57.9 km
Johannesburg to Vereeniging Similar distance
About 53.5 km Difference: 0.8 km

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