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Distance from Howick M9 to Durban

Howick M9 to Durban is a practical regional trip, covering about 102.2 km in roughly 1 hr 13 min.

N Howick M9 → Durban
Road distance
102.2 km
M13 N3
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
86.8 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
1.18×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
18
Info Travel board
Travel time
1 hr 13 min
Start point
Clarendon Road
End point
the fork onto Che Guevara Road
Return: 27 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
73 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
83.4 km/h
Stop-adjusted ETA 0 planned rest stops
1 hr 13 min
Fuel Service sign
Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R171.04
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R171.85
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R190.54
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R192.08
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R225.68
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R226.75
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R251.40
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R253.44
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R296.95
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R298.35
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R330.80
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R333.48
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🧭 Route vector
Compass bearing
119° ESE
Forward azimuth heading
Return heading Reverse azimuth
299° WNW
Coordinate delta Lat / Lon shift
South-West
Start coords Origin point
-29.4836, 30.2242
End coords Destination point
-29.8618, 31.0099
Taxi Local commuter
Taxi fare estimate
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Long-distance caution
Route class Operational trip category
Local shared
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102.2 km 1 hr 13 min
Start Howick M9
Finish Durban
Map key
Start point
Destination
Driving route
Navigation sign

Turn-by-turn directions

↑
  1. Head on Clarendon Road
    0.2 km
  2. At the end of the road, turn right onto Dicks Street
    0.4 km
  3. At the end of the road, turn right onto Main Street
    0.4 km
  4. Continue slight right onto Zeederburg Road
    0.5 km
  5. Continue straight onto Main Street
    3.4 km
  6. Go straight onto Zeederberg Road
    1.5 km
  7. Take the ramp slight left towards N3: Pietermaritzburg
    0.6 km
  8. Merge slight right
    63.0 km
  9. Keep slight right at the fork towards N3: Durban
    9.3 km
  10. Keep slight left at the fork
    20.3 km
  11. Take the exit ramp slight left towards M13: Berea
    0.3 km
  12. Go straight onto King Dinuzulu Road
    0.9 km
  13. Turn right onto Botanic Gardens Road
    0.1 km
  14. Continue straight onto Cleaver Road
    0.2 km
  15. Turn left onto Che Guevara Road
    0.8 km
  16. Turn left onto Magwaza Maphalala Street
    0.1 km
  17. Keep slight right at the fork onto Che Guevara Road
    0.2 km
  18. You have arrived at your destination
    0.0 km
Navigation sign

Tolls on this route

R
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
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Stop Stopover sign
Halfway point
51.1 km
Mid-route position Road corridor partition
50 / 50
Time partition Start / finish split
36 min • 36 min
Waypoint reference Nearest route marker
Mid-route reference
Vec Consumption & emissions
Consumption & emissions profile
7.4 L needed
Moderate efficiency • 7.2 L/100km baseline
CO2 emitted Estimated tailpipe output
17.0 kg
Fuel mass Approximate tank weight
5.5 kg
Cost per km Based on 95 Petrol
R1.68
Directness index As-the-crow-flies ratio
84.9%
☀ Solar data
Daylight window at Durban
06:26 – 17:18
Active daylight
Solar noonHighest sun position
Total daylightUsable driving light
10 hrs 52 min
Light remainingUntil sunset
9 hrs 24 min
SunriseDawn break
06:26
Fin Tax & wear
Wear & SARS deduction
R427.10
Single trip SARS allowance
SARS rate R4.18/km fixed rate
R4.18/km
Tyre wear Estimated tread cost
R2.04
Service wear Oil & filter allocation
R20.44
Total trip wear Excludes fuel & tolls
R449.57
Nav Maneuver index
Navigation complexity
Moderate (9)
Turn difficulty rating
Roundabouts Multi-path navigation
0
Lane merges Yield required
1
Complex forks Path selection
3
Highway exits Deceleration zones
1
Route atlas

Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

ZA-ATLAS
Origin Howick M9 Start: Clarendon Road -29.48362, 30.22424
Midpoint
51.1 km
Total: 102.2 km
Midpoint 51.1 km
102.2 km 1 hr 13 min
Destination Durban End: the fork onto Che Guevara Road -29.86183, 31.00991

Route sheet

Route class Resolved South Africa route
Province span South Africa
One-way road span 102.2 km
Return-cycle span 204.4 km
Traversal time 1 hr 13 min
Maneuver count 18
Maneuver density 17.6 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 51.1 km

Coordinate frame

Start -29.48362, 30.22424
Midpoint -29.73066, 30.56363
End -29.86183, 31.00991
Destination services

Available in Durban

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

Service groups 6
Schools Clothing stores Banks Fuel stations and garages Supermarkets Shopping malls
Nearby category Schools Top 6 nearby matches around Durban
6
Nearby category Clothing stores Top 5 nearby matches around Durban
5
  • Mr Price
    380 Doctor Pixley Kaseme Street, Durban, 4001
  • Woolworths
    344 Doctor Pixley Kaseme Street, Durban, 4001
  • PEP
    55 Gillespie Street, Durban, 4001, KwaZulu-Natal
  • PEP
    430 Peter Mokaba Ridge Road, Durban, 4001, KwaZulu-Natal
  • Minty's
    542 Peter Mokaba Ridge, Durban, 4001
Nearby category Banks Top 3 nearby matches around Durban
3
Nearby category Fuel stations and garages Top 6 nearby matches around Durban
6
Nearby category Supermarkets Top 6 nearby matches around Durban
6
Nearby category Shopping malls Top 2 nearby matches around Durban
2
Destination brief

Travelling to Durban

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

Signature Warm coast metro
Standout Beachfront city with year-round coastal pull
Best for Who this destination suits
Beach break Family travel Events trip Business travel
Arrival What to expect on arrival
The beachfront, central Durban, uMhlanga side and wider metro arrivals do not behave the same way. Route planning works best with the final district named clearly.
Local pulse
Durban Tourism is actively promoting current travel deals, events and city adventures, so timing can add real value to a Durban-bound trip.
Updated: 2026-04-08 · Source: Durban Tourism
Regional base Good base for nearby trips
Use Durban as a coastal base for beaches, family trips, business events and onward drives into the North Coast, South Coast and Midlands.
Destination facts Quick reference details
Durban Tourism actively promotes deals, events and travel planning
The city combines leisure and event travel
The wider metro is more spread out than a single-city label suggests
Route support

Route FAQ

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Questions 8
How far is Howick M9 from Durban? +
Howick M9 is about 102.2 km from Durban by road.
How long does it take from Howick M9 to Durban? +
The drive usually takes about 1 hr 13 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from Howick M9 to Durban in one day? +
Yes, for many drivers this can be done in one day.
Is taxi available from Howick M9 to Durban? +
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 Howick M9 to Durban? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R171.04 (R23.25 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R171.85 (R23.36 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R190.54 (R25.90 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R192.08 (R26.11 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from Howick M9 to Durban? +
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 Howick M9 To Durban
: Durban
From Howick M9 To Durban
: Berea
From Howick M9 To Durban

Route Locations

Start area
Howick M9, KwaZulu-Natal
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available
Destination area
Durban
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available

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