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Distance from Ladysmith to Pietermaritzburg

Ladysmith to Pietermaritzburg is a solid inter-town journey, covering about 166.8 km in roughly 1 hr 54 min.

N Ladysmith → Pietermaritzburg
Road distance
166.8 km
103.6 mi • 90.0 nmi
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
129.5 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
1.29×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
15
Info Travel board
Travel time
1 hr 54 min
Return: 3 hrs 49 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
1 hr 54 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
87.2 km/h
Stop-adjusted ETA 0 planned rest stops
1 hr 54 min
Fuel Service sign
Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R279.20
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R280.52
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R311.02
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R313.54
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R368.39
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R370.13
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R410.37
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R413.70
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R484.72
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R487.01
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R539.97
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R544.35
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Fastest drive Direct drive estimate
1 hr 54 min
Comfort drive Allows a short stop
2 hrs 9 min
Taxi Local commuter
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Route class Operational trip category
Local shared
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166.8 km 1 hr 54 min
Start Ladysmith
Finish Pietermaritzburg
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Turn-by-turn directions

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  1. Start your journey
    0.1 km
  2. At the end of the road, turn right
    4.1 km
  3. Turn left
    2.6 km
  4. Turn right
    12.4 km
  5. Take the exit ramp left towards N3: Pietermaritzburg
    0.9 km
  6. Merge slight right
    141.8 km
  7. Take the exit ramp slight left
    0.7 km
  8. Turn right onto Peter Brown Drive
    0.4 km
  9. At the roundabout, take the 2nd exit onto Howick Road
    0.1 km
  10. Continue onto Howick Road
    2.8 km
  11. Continue straight onto Chief Albert Luthuli Road
    0.8 km
  12. Turn left onto Prince Edward Street
    0.2 km
  13. Turn left onto Otto Street
    0.1 km
  14. Turn left onto Pietermaritz Street
    0.0 km
  15. You have arrived at your destination
    0.0 km
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Tolls on this route

R
Tolls found 10
Known total R501.00
Main toll road N3
This route includes 10 toll points from our database. The strongest toll-road match is N3.
Bergville
Road: Road not linked yet
R30.00
Bergville
Road: Road not linked yet
R30.00
Mooi
Road: Road not linked yet
R70.00
Mooi Ramp Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R49.00
Treverton Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R21.00
Treverton Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R21.00
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
Mooi Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R70.00
Stop Stopover sign
Halfway point
83.5 km
Mid-route position Road corridor partition
50 / 50
Time partition Start / finish split
57 min • 57 min
Waypoint reference Nearest route marker
Mid-route reference
Loc Route geography
Route geography
Ladysmith → Pietermaritzburg
Start and destination context
Start area Origin
Ladysmith
Destination area Arrival
Pietermaritzburg
Road span Street reference
— • —
Post Postal reference
Postal reference
— • —
Ladysmith → Pietermaritzburg
Ladysmith Origin postcode
Not available
Pietermaritzburg Destination postcode
Not available
Province span Route area
South Africa
Set Nearby route set
Nearby route set
Durban to Richards Bay
3 other similar routes
Durban to Richards Bay Similar distance
11.6 km
East London to Mthatha Similar distance
11.8 km
Mbombela to Middelburg Similar distance
12.3 km
Rev Related route set
Related route set
Pietermaritzburg → Ladysmith
Ladysmith ↔ Pietermaritzburg
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Route atlas

Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

ZA-ATLAS
Origin Ladysmith -28.55873, 29.78250
Midpoint
83.5 km
Total: 166.8 km
Midpoint 83.5 km
166.8 km 1 hr 54 min
Destination Pietermaritzburg -29.60000, 30.37889

Route sheet

Route class Resolved South Africa route
Province span South Africa
One-way road span 166.8 km
Return-cycle span 333.6 km
Traversal time 1 hr 54 min
Maneuver count 15
Maneuver density 9.0 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 83.5 km

Coordinate frame

Start -28.55873, 29.78250
Midpoint -29.06234, 29.90983
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
3
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 Ladysmith from Pietermaritzburg? +
Ladysmith is about 166.8 km from Pietermaritzburg by road.
How long does it take from Ladysmith to Pietermaritzburg? +
The drive usually takes about 1 hr 54 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from Ladysmith to Pietermaritzburg in one day? +
Yes, for many drivers this can be done in one day.
Is taxi available from Ladysmith 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 Ladysmith to Pietermaritzburg? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R279.20 (R23.25 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R280.52 (R23.36 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R311.02 (R25.90 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R313.54 (R26.11 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from Ladysmith to Pietermaritzburg? +
Yes. There are 10 tollgates 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 road note for this route? +
This is a longer road trip, so a fuel or rest stop is recommended. National roads appear in this route, so watch for toll signs and busier sections.
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Route Locations

Start area
Ladysmith
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 Richards Bay Similar distance
About 155.2 km Difference: 11.6 km
East London to Mthatha Similar distance
About 178.6 km Difference: 11.8 km
Mbombela to Middelburg Similar distance
About 154.5 km Difference: 12.3 km
Durban to Port Shepstone Similar distance
About 112.2 km Difference: 54.6 km
Rustenburg to Mahikeng Similar distance
About 161.5 km Difference: 5.3 km

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