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Distance from Main to Ladysmith

Main to Ladysmith is a solid inter-town journey, covering about 193.9 km in roughly 2 hrs 40 min.

N Main → Ladysmith
Road distance
193.9 km
N11 N3
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
120.5 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
1.61×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
14
Info Travel board
Travel time
2 hrs 40 min
Return: 5 hrs 20 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
160 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
72.6 km/h
Stop-adjusted ETA 1 planned rest stop
2 hrs 55 min
Fuel Service sign
Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R324.59
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R326.13
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R361.59
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R364.52
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R428.28
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R430.31
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R477.09
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R480.96
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R563.53
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R566.19
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R627.76
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R632.85
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🧭 Route vector
Compass bearing
350° N
Forward azimuth heading
Return heading Reverse azimuth
170° S
Coordinate delta Lat / Lon shift
North-East
Start coords Origin point
-29.6271, 29.9874
End coords Destination point
-28.5587, 29.7825
Taxi Local commuter
Taxi fare estimate
Check local taxi rank
Long-distance caution
Route class Operational trip category
Local shared
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Route overview

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Route map

Live map

Start, destination and route line.

193.9 km 160 min
Start Main
Finish Ladysmith
Map key
Start point
Destination
Driving route
Navigation sign

Turn-by-turn directions

↑
  1. Start your journey
    0.2 km
  2. Turn left
    2.6 km
  3. Turn right
    0.4 km
  4. Turn right
    5.2 km
  5. At the end of the road, turn left
    35.7 km
  6. Continue straight onto Zeederberg Road
    0.1 km
  7. Take the ramp left towards N3
    0.5 km
  8. Merge slight right
    129.3 km
  9. Take the exit ramp slight left towards N11
    0.5 km
  10. Turn right
    12.5 km
  11. Turn left
    2.5 km
  12. Turn right
    4.2 km
  13. Continue left
    0.1 km
  14. You have arrived at your destination
    0.0 km
Navigation sign

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
Mooi
Road: Road not linked yet
R70.00
Mooi Ramp Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R49.00
Bergville
Road: Road not linked yet
R30.00
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
Treverton Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R21.00
Treverton Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R21.00
Routes ↩ Ladysmith → Main Main to Johannesburg Main to Pretoria Main to Cape Town Main to Durban Johannesburg to Ladysmith Pretoria to Ladysmith Cape Town to Ladysmith
Stop Stopover sign
Halfway point
97.1 km
Mid-route position Road corridor partition
50 / 50
Time partition Start / finish split
1 hr 20 min • 1 hr 20 min
Waypoint reference Nearest route marker
Mid-route reference
Vec Consumption & emissions
Consumption & emissions profile
14.0 L needed
Low efficiency • 7.2 L/100km baseline
CO2 emitted Estimated tailpipe output
32.2 kg
Fuel mass Approximate tank weight
10.5 kg
Cost per km Based on 95 Petrol
R1.68
Directness index As-the-crow-flies ratio
62.1%
☀ Solar data
Daylight window at Ladysmith
06:28 – 17:26
Active daylight
Solar noonHighest sun position
Total daylightUsable driving light
10 hrs 57 min
Light remainingUntil sunset
8 hrs 55 min
SunriseDawn break
06:28
Fin Tax & wear
Wear & SARS deduction
R810.51
Single trip SARS allowance
SARS rate R4.18/km fixed rate
R4.18/km
Tyre wear Estimated tread cost
R3.88
Service wear Oil & filter allocation
R38.78
Total trip wear Excludes fuel & tolls
R853.17
Nav Maneuver index
Navigation complexity
Low (3)
Turn difficulty rating
Roundabouts Multi-path navigation
0
Lane merges Yield required
1
Complex forks Path selection
0
Highway exits Deceleration zones
1
Route atlas

Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

ZA-ATLAS
Origin Main -29.62709, 29.98744
Midpoint
97.1 km
Total: 193.9 km
Midpoint 97.1 km
193.9 km 160 min
Destination Ladysmith -28.55873, 29.78250

Route sheet

Route class Resolved South Africa route
Province span South Africa
One-way road span 193.9 km
Return-cycle span 387.8 km
Traversal time 160 min
Maneuver count 14
Maneuver density 7.2 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 97.1 km

Coordinate frame

Start -29.62709, 29.98744
Midpoint -29.15164, 29.97033
End -28.55873, 29.78250
Destination services

Available in Ladysmith

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 Clothing stores Banks Fuel stations and garages Supermarkets
Nearby category Schools Top 6 nearby matches around Ladysmith
6
Nearby category Clothing stores Top 1 nearby match around Ladysmith
1
  • PEP
    Keate Street, Ladysmith, 3370, KwaZulu-Natal
Nearby category Banks Top 1 nearby match around Ladysmith
1
  • ABSA
    Murchison Street
Nearby category Fuel stations and garages Top 3 nearby matches around Ladysmith
3
  • Shell Select
    3370, KwaZulu-Natal
  • Shell
    87 Murchinson Street, Ladysmith, 3370, KwaZulu-Natal
  • Shell
    52 Newcastle Road, Ladysmith, 3370, KwaZulu-Natal
Nearby category Supermarkets Top 4 nearby matches around Ladysmith
4
  • Shoprite
    Ladysmith, 3370, KwaZulu-Natal
  • Boxer
    Ladysmith, 3370, KwaZulu-Natal
  • Pick n Pay
    Ladysmith, 3370, KwaZulu-Natal
  • Quickshop
    11 Murchison Street, Ladysmith
Destination brief

Travelling to Ladysmith

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

Standout Why Ladysmith stands out
Ladysmith works as a central KZN inland stop with a historic and corridor character, so balances destination and stopover use.
Arrival What to expect on arrival
Ladysmith arrival quality improves when the route is planned as either a stopover or a true final stay, not both vaguely at once.
Regional base Good base for nearby trips
Best for Ladysmith stays, meetings and longer KZN inland stop planning.
Route support

Route FAQ

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Questions 9
How far is Main from Ladysmith? +
Main is about 193.9 km from Ladysmith by road.
How long does it take from Main to Ladysmith? +
The drive usually takes about 160 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from Main to Ladysmith in one day? +
Yes, for many drivers this can be done in one day.
Is taxi available from Main to Ladysmith? +
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 Main to Ladysmith? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R324.59 (R23.25 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R326.13 (R23.36 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R361.59 (R25.90 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R364.52 (R26.11 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from Main to Ladysmith? +
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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Route Locations

Start area
Main, KwaZulu-Natal
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available
Destination area
Ladysmith
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available

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