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Distance from L1338 to Underberg

N L1338 → Underberg
Road distance
323.4 km
Provincial mix · N3 / R103
L1338 to Underberg is a solid inter-town journey, covering about 323.4 km in roughly 5 hrs 12 min.
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
193.6 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
1.67×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
20
Info Travel board
Travel time
5 hrs 12 min
Return: 10 hrs 24 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
312 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
62.2 km/h
Stop-adjusted ETA 2 planned rest stops
5 hrs 42 min
Fuel Service sign
Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km
93 Petrol R27.95 / litre
R650.82
95 Petrol R28.06 / litre
R653.38
Diesel 500ppm R27.92 / litre
R650.12
Diesel 50ppm R29.26 / litre
R681.32
93 Petrol R27.95 / litre
R858.72
95 Petrol R28.06 / litre
R862.10
Diesel 500ppm R27.92 / litre
R857.80
Diesel 50ppm R29.26 / litre
R898.97
93 Petrol R27.95 / litre
R1,129.90
95 Petrol R28.06 / litre
R1,134.34
Diesel 500ppm R27.92 / litre
R1,128.68
Diesel 50ppm R29.26 / litre
R1,182.85
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🧭 Route vector
Compass bearing
214° SW
Forward azimuth heading
Return heading Reverse azimuth
34° NE
Coordinate delta Lat / Lon shift
South-West
Start coords Origin point
-28.3503, 30.6118
End coords Destination point
-29.7920, 29.4941
Taxi Transport options
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Long-distance caution
Route class Operational trip category
Long-distance
Operator type Service format
Minibus taxi
Weather 17 °C L1338 Clear Sky View Forecast → 10 °C Underberg Partly Cloudy View Forecast →
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Travel modes
L1338 → Underberg
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Car
323.4 km
5 hrs 12 min
Road route
🏍️ Estimate
Two-wheeler
323.4 km
~4 hrs 58 min
65 km/h avg
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Route overview

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323.4 km 5 hrs 12 min
Start L1338
Finish Underberg
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Turn-by-turn directions

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  1. Directions from L1338 to Underberg via N3
    National highway N3
  2. Directions from L1338 to Underberg via R103
    Provincial road route R103
  3. Start your journey
    0.7 km
  4. Turn left
    2.6 km
  5. Turn left
    9.0 km
  6. At the end of the road, turn right
    4.4 km
  7. Turn left
    17.8 km
  8. Turn left
    38.6 km
  9. Go straight
    47.3 km
  10. At the end of the road, turn right
    0.4 km
  11. Continue straight
    1.6 km
  12. Turn left
    69.0 km
  13. Turn left onto Chota Motala Road
    1.0 km
  14. Take the ramp slight left towards N3: Harrismith
    1.1 km
  15. Merge slight right
    17.6 km
  16. Take the exit ramp slight left towards R103: Underberg
    0.4 km
  17. Keep slight left at the fork towards R103: Underberg
    0.0 km
  18. Go straight onto Zeederberg Road
    0.1 km
  19. Continue straight
    111.6 km
  20. Turn right onto Sani Road
    0.2 km
  21. Turn left
    0.1 km
  22. You have arrived at your destination
    0.0 km
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Tolls on this route

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Tolls found 0
Known total —
Main toll road N3
We found matching toll-road records for this route, but no tollgate point was close enough to the route line to display as a confirmed route toll.
N3 N3 N3 N3
Routes ↩ Underberg → L1338 L1338 to Johannesburg L1338 to Pretoria L1338 to Cape Town L1338 to Durban Johannesburg to Underberg Pretoria to Underberg Cape Town to Underberg
Stop Stopover sign
Halfway point
161.9 km
Mid-route position Road corridor partition
50 / 50
Time partition Start / finish split
2 hrs 36 min • 2 hrs 36 min
Waypoint reference Nearest route marker
Mid-route reference
Vec Consumption & emissions
Consumption & emissions profile
23.3 L needed
Low efficiency • 7.2 L/100km baseline
CO2 emitted Estimated tailpipe output
53.8 kg
Fuel mass Approximate tank weight
17.5 kg
Cost per km Based on 95 Petrol
R2.02
Directness index As-the-crow-flies ratio
59.9%
☀ Solar data
Daylight window at Underberg
06:54 – 17:09
Active daylight
Solar noonHighest sun position
12:01
Total daylightUsable driving light
10 hrs 14 min
Light remainingUntil sunset
9 hrs 12 min
SunriseDawn break
06:54
Fin Tax & wear
Wear & SARS deduction
R1,351.83
Single trip SARS allowance
SARS rate R4.18/km fixed rate
R4.18/km
Tyre wear Estimated tread cost
R6.47
Service wear Oil & filter allocation
R64.68
Total trip wear Excludes fuel & tolls
R1,422.98
Nav Maneuver index
Navigation complexity
Low (5)
Turn difficulty rating
Roundabouts Multi-path navigation
0
Lane merges Yield required
1
Complex forks Path selection
1
Highway exits Deceleration zones
1
Route atlas

Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

ZA-ATLAS
Origin L1338 -28.35027, 30.61181
Midpoint
161.9 km
Total: 323.4 km
Midpoint 161.9 km
323.4 km 5 hrs 12 min
Destination Underberg -29.79196, 29.49415

Route sheet

Route class Resolved South Africa route
Province span South Africa
One-way road span 323.4 km
Return-cycle span 646.8 km
Traversal time 5 hrs 12 min
Maneuver count 20
Maneuver density 6.2 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 161.9 km

Coordinate frame

Start -28.35027, 30.61181
Midpoint -29.35781, 30.50208
End -29.79196, 29.49415
Destination brief

Travelling to Underberg

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

Signature Sani Pass foothills base
Standout Foothills town for mountain country travel
Underberg works best as a practical and scenic base for the southern Drakensberg, especially for travellers heading into farm country, mountain activities or Sani Pass-side touring.
Best for Who this destination suits
Southern Berg base Sani Pass access Outdoor travel Country stay
Arrival What to expect on arrival
This is a functional base as much as a scenic one, so the exact lodge, farm stay or activity start point matters more than routing only to the town name.
Regional base Good base for nearby trips
Use Underberg for southern Drakensberg access, Sani Pass planning, mountain activity days and quieter country accommodation.
Destination facts Quick reference details
Underberg attractions and tourism material emphasise hiking, fishing, birding and mountain activity
The Southern Drakensberg tourism organisation is based in Underberg
The town is closely tied to Sani Pass travel planning
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Questions 9
How far is L1338 from Underberg? +
L1338 is about 323.4 km from Underberg by road.
How long does it take from L1338 to Underberg? +
The drive usually takes about 5 hrs 12 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from L1338 to Underberg in one day? +
Yes, for many drivers this can be done in one day.
Is taxi available from L1338 to Underberg? +
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 L1338 to Underberg? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R650.82 (R27.95 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R653.38 (R28.06 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R650.12 (R27.92 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R681.32 (R29.26 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from L1338 to Underberg? +
No tollgates are currently matched for this route.
What is the route verdict for this trip? +
Heavy long-distance trip: This is a serious road trip. Start early, plan rest stops, and consider whether an overnight stay makes more sense.
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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