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Distance from Lions River to Durban

Lions River to Durban is a practical regional trip, covering about 108.3 km in roughly 1 hr 16 min.

N Lions River → Durban
Road distance
108.3 km
67.3 mi • 58.5 nmi
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
93.5 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
1.16×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
15
Info Travel board
Travel time
1 hrs 16 min
Return: 2 hrs 34 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
76 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
84.5 km/h
Stop-adjusted ETA 0 planned rest stops
1 hr 16 min
Fuel Service sign
Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R181.34
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R182.20
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R202.01
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R203.64
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R239.26
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R240.40
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R266.54
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R268.70
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R314.82
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R316.31
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R350.70
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R353.55
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Wx Destination weather
Today's outlook for Durban
19.2°C
Dense drizzle
Feels like Perceived temperature
19.6°C
Day range High / low
H 24° • L 17°
Rain chance Today's probability
92%
Wind 10m wind speed
17 km/h
Taxi Local commuter
Taxi fare estimate
Check local taxi rank
Long-distance caution
Route class Operational trip category
Local shared
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108.3 km 77 min
Start Lions River
Finish Durban
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Turn-by-turn directions

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  1. Start your journey
    0.0 km
  2. Turn right
    3.6 km
  3. Continue left
    1.6 km
  4. Take the ramp right towards N3
    0.3 km
  5. Merge slight right
    70.8 km
  6. Keep slight right at the fork towards N3: Durban
    9.3 km
  7. Keep slight left at the fork
    20.3 km
  8. Take the exit ramp slight left towards M13: Berea
    0.3 km
  9. Go straight onto King Dinuzulu Road
    0.9 km
  10. Turn right onto Botanic Gardens Road
    0.1 km
  11. Continue straight onto Cleaver Road
    0.2 km
  12. Turn left onto Che Guevara Road
    0.8 km
  13. Turn left onto Magwaza Maphalala Street
    0.1 km
  14. Keep slight right at the fork onto Che Guevara Road
    0.2 km
  15. 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
Stop Stopover sign
Halfway point
54.2 km
Mid-route position Road corridor partition
50 / 50
Time partition Start / finish split
38 min • 38 min
Waypoint reference Nearest route marker
Mid-route reference
Loc Route geography
Route geography
Lions River → Durban
Start and destination context
Start area Origin
Lions River
Destination area Arrival
Durban
Road span Street reference
— • —
Post Postal reference
Postal reference
— • —
Lions River → Durban
Lions River Origin postcode
Not available
Durban Destination postcode
Not available
Province span Route area
South Africa
Set Nearby route set
Nearby route set
Durban to Port Shepstone
3 other similar routes
Durban to Port Shepstone Similar distance
3.9 km
Durban to Pietermaritzburg Similar distance
40.0 km
Durban to Richards Bay Similar distance
46.9 km
Rev Related route set
Related route set
Durban → Lions River
Lions River ↔ Durban
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Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

ZA-ATLAS
Origin Lions River -29.46660, 30.15579
Midpoint
54.2 km
Total: 108.3 km
Midpoint 54.2 km
108.3 km 77 min
Destination Durban -29.86183, 31.00991

Route sheet

Route class Resolved South Africa route
Province span South Africa
One-way road span 108.3 km
Return-cycle span 216.6 km
Traversal time 77 min
Maneuver count 15
Maneuver density 13.8 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 54.2 km

Coordinate frame

Start -29.46660, 30.15579
Midpoint -29.73063, 30.53186
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
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Route FAQ

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Questions 8
How far is Lions River from Durban? +
Lions River is about 108.3 km from Durban by road.
How long does it take from Lions River to Durban? +
The drive usually takes about 77 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from Lions River to Durban in one day? +
Yes, for many drivers this can be done in one day.
Is taxi available from Lions River 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 Lions River to Durban? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R181.34 (R23.25 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R182.20 (R23.36 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R202.01 (R25.90 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R203.64 (R26.11 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from Lions River 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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Route Locations

Start area
Lions River
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available
Destination area
Durban
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 Port Shepstone Similar distance
About 112.2 km Difference: 3.9 km
Durban to Pietermaritzburg Similar distance
About 68.3 km Difference: 40.0 km
Durban to Richards Bay Similar distance
About 155.2 km Difference: 46.9 km
Durban to Ballito Similar distance
About 40.1 km Difference: 68.2 km
Johannesburg to Rustenburg Similar distance
About 100.2 km Difference: 8.1 km

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