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Distance from Ladysmith to Underberg

N Ladysmith → Underberg
Road distance
259.7 km
Provincial mix · N3 / R103
Ladysmith to Underberg is a solid inter-town journey, covering about 259.7 km in roughly 3 hrs 23 min.
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
140.0 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
1.86×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
14
Info Travel board
Travel time
3 hrs 23 min
Return: 6 hrs 47 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
203 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
76.5 km/h
Stop-adjusted ETA 1 planned rest stop
3 hrs 38 min
Fuel Service sign
Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km
93 Petrol R27.95 / litre
R522.62
95 Petrol R28.06 / litre
R524.67
Diesel 500ppm R27.92 / litre
R522.06
Diesel 50ppm R29.26 / litre
R547.11
93 Petrol R27.95 / litre
R689.56
95 Petrol R28.06 / litre
R692.28
Diesel 500ppm R27.92 / litre
R688.82
Diesel 50ppm R29.26 / litre
R721.88
93 Petrol R27.95 / litre
R907.32
95 Petrol R28.06 / litre
R910.89
Diesel 500ppm R27.92 / litre
R906.35
Diesel 50ppm R29.26 / litre
R949.85
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🧭 Route vector
Compass bearing
191° SSW
Forward azimuth heading
Return heading Reverse azimuth
11° NNE
Coordinate delta Lat / Lon shift
South-West
Start coords Origin point
-28.5587, 29.7825
End coords Destination point
-29.7920, 29.4942
Taxi Transport options
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Long-distance caution
Route class Operational trip category
Long-distance
Operator type Service format
Minibus taxi
Weather 16 °C Ladysmith Partly Cloudy View Forecast → 14 °C Underberg Clear Sky View Forecast →
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Travel modes
Ladysmith → Underberg
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Car
259.7 km
3 hrs 23 min
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🏍️ Estimate
Two-wheeler
259.7 km
~3 hrs 59 min
65 km/h avg
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259.7 km 204 min
Start Ladysmith
Finish Underberg
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Turn-by-turn directions

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  1. Directions from Ladysmith to Underberg via N3
    National highway N3
  2. Directions from Ladysmith to Underberg via R103
    Provincial road route R103
  3. Start your journey
    0.1 km
  4. At the end of the road, turn right
    4.1 km
  5. Turn left
    2.6 km
  6. Turn right
    12.4 km
  7. Take the exit ramp left towards N3: Pietermaritzburg
    0.9 km
  8. Merge slight right
    124.9 km
  9. Take the exit ramp slight left towards R103: Midmar
    0.3 km
  10. Turn left onto Prospect Road
    1.9 km
  11. At the end of the road, turn right onto Main Street
    2.1 km
  12. Turn right
    0.2 km
  13. At the end of the road, turn right
    109.9 km
  14. Turn right onto Sani Road
    0.2 km
  15. Turn left
    0.1 km
  16. 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
Routes ↩ Underberg → Ladysmith Ladysmith to Johannesburg Ladysmith to Pretoria Ladysmith to Cape Town Ladysmith to Durban Johannesburg to Underberg Pretoria to Underberg Cape Town to Underberg
Stop Stopover sign
Halfway point
130.0 km
Mid-route position Road corridor partition
50 / 50
Time partition Start / finish split
1 hr 41 min • 1 hr 41 min
Waypoint reference Nearest route marker
Mid-route reference
Vec Consumption & emissions
Consumption & emissions profile
18.7 L needed
Indirect routing • 7.2 L/100km baseline
CO2 emitted Estimated tailpipe output
43.2 kg
Fuel mass Approximate tank weight
14.0 kg
Cost per km Based on 95 Petrol
R2.02
Directness index As-the-crow-flies ratio
53.9%
☀ Solar data
Daylight window at Underberg
06:52 – 17:09
Active daylight
Solar noonHighest sun position
12:01
Total daylightUsable driving light
10 hrs 16 min
Light remainingUntil sunset
7 hrs 31 min
SunriseDawn break
06:52
Fin Tax & wear
Wear & SARS deduction
R1,085.54
Single trip SARS allowance
SARS rate R4.18/km fixed rate
R4.18/km
Tyre wear Estimated tread cost
R5.19
Service wear Oil & filter allocation
R51.94
Total trip wear Excludes fuel & tolls
R1,142.67
Nav Maneuver index
Navigation complexity
Low (4)
Turn difficulty rating
Roundabouts Multi-path navigation
0
Lane merges Yield required
1
Complex forks Path selection
0
Highway exits Deceleration zones
2
Route atlas

Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

ZA-ATLAS
Origin Ladysmith -28.55873, 29.78250
Midpoint
130.0 km
Total: 259.7 km
Midpoint 130.0 km
259.7 km 204 min
Destination Underberg -29.79196, 29.49415

Route sheet

Route class Resolved South Africa route
Province span South Africa
One-way road span 259.7 km
Return-cycle span 519.4 km
Traversal time 204 min
Maneuver count 14
Maneuver density 5.4 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 130.0 km

Coordinate frame

Start -28.55873, 29.78250
Midpoint -29.39226, 30.13497
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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How far is Ladysmith from Underberg? +
Ladysmith is about 259.7 km from Underberg by road.
How long does it take from Ladysmith to Underberg? +
The drive usually takes about 204 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from Ladysmith to Underberg in one day? +
Yes, for many drivers this can be done in one day.
Is taxi available from Ladysmith 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 Ladysmith to Underberg? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R522.62 (R27.95 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R524.67 (R28.06 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R522.06 (R27.92 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R547.11 (R29.26 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from Ladysmith to Underberg? +
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 long-trip warning on this route? +
This is a medium-to-long route. A fuel or refreshment stop is a good idea.
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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