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Distance from Melmoth Town to Underberg

N Melmoth Town → Underberg
Road distance
388.2 km
Provincial mix · N3 / R103
Melmoth Town to Underberg is a full long-distance road trip, covering about 388.2 km in roughly 4 hrs 52 min.
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
228.3 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
1.70×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
19
Info Travel board
Travel time
4 hrs 52 min
Return: 9 hrs 45 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
292 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
79.6 km/h
Stop-adjusted ETA 2 planned rest stops
5 hrs 22 min
Fuel Service sign
Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km
93 Petrol R27.95 / litre
R781.27
95 Petrol R28.06 / litre
R784.35
Diesel 500ppm R27.92 / litre
R780.44
Diesel 50ppm R29.26 / litre
R817.89
93 Petrol R27.95 / litre
R1,030.85
95 Petrol R28.06 / litre
R1,034.91
Diesel 500ppm R27.92 / litre
R1,029.74
Diesel 50ppm R29.26 / litre
R1,079.16
93 Petrol R27.95 / litre
R1,356.38
95 Petrol R28.06 / litre
R1,361.72
Diesel 500ppm R27.92 / litre
R1,354.92
Diesel 50ppm R29.26 / litre
R1,419.95
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🧭 Route vector
Compass bearing
234° SW
Forward azimuth heading
Return heading Reverse azimuth
54° NE
Coordinate delta Lat / Lon shift
South-West
Start coords Origin point
-28.5867, 31.3981
End coords Destination point
-29.7920, 29.4941
Taxi Transport options
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Route class Operational trip category
Long-distance
Operator type Service format
Minibus taxi
Weather 13 °C Melmoth Town Fair View Forecast → 7 °C Underberg Clear Sky View Forecast →
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Travel modes
Melmoth Town → Underberg
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Car
388.2 km
4 hrs 52 min
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Two-wheeler
388.2 km
~5 hrs 58 min
65 km/h avg
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388.2 km 4 hrs 52 min
Start Melmoth Town
Finish Underberg
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Turn-by-turn directions

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  1. Directions from Melmoth Town to Underberg via N3
    National highway N3
  2. Directions from Melmoth Town to Underberg via R103
    Provincial road route R103
  3. Start your journey
    0.1 km
  4. Turn right
    0.1 km
  5. Turn right
    0.4 km
  6. At the end of the road, turn left
    0.0 km
  7. Turn left
    76.2 km
  8. Take the ramp right
    0.7 km
  9. Merge slight right onto North Coast Toll Road
    84.3 km
  10. Continue straight onto Outer Ring Road
    24.3 km
  11. Take the exit ramp slight left towards N3: Pietermaritzburg
    0.2 km
  12. Keep slight right at the fork towards N3: Pietermaritzburg
    1.5 km
  13. Merge slight right
    15.3 km
  14. Keep slight right at the fork
    72.7 km
  15. Take the exit ramp slight left towards R103: Underberg
    0.4 km
  16. Keep slight left at the fork towards R103: Underberg
    0.0 km
  17. Go straight onto Zeederberg Road
    0.1 km
  18. Continue straight
    111.6 km
  19. Turn right onto Sani Road
    0.2 km
  20. Turn left
    0.1 km
  21. You have arrived at your destination
    0.0 km
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Tolls on this route

R
Tolls found 17
Known total R262.50
Main toll road N3
This route includes 17 toll points from our database. The strongest toll-road match is N3.
oThongathi Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R15.50
oThongathi Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R15.50
oThongathi Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R15.50
oThongathi Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R15.50
Dokodweni
Road: Road not linked yet
R27.00
oThongathi
Road: Road not linked yet
R7.50
oThongathi
Road: Road not linked yet
R7.50
King Shaka Airport
Road: Road not linked yet
R8.50
Mvoti Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R18.50
Mvoti Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R18.50
Dokodweni Ramp Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R27.00
Mandini
Road: Road not linked yet
R10.00
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
Mandini Ramp Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R10.00
Routes ↩ Underberg → Melmoth Town Melmoth Town to Johannesburg Melmoth Town to Pretoria Melmoth Town to Cape Town Melmoth Town to Durban Johannesburg to Underberg Pretoria to Underberg Cape Town to Underberg
Stop Stopover sign
Halfway point
194.3 km
Mid-route position Road corridor partition
50 / 50
Time partition Start / finish split
2 hrs 26 min • 2 hrs 26 min
Waypoint reference Nearest route marker
Mid-route reference
Vec Consumption & emissions
Consumption & emissions profile
28.0 L needed
Low efficiency • 7.2 L/100km baseline
CO2 emitted Estimated tailpipe output
64.6 kg
Fuel mass Approximate tank weight
21.0 kg
Cost per km Based on 95 Petrol
R2.02
Directness index As-the-crow-flies ratio
58.8%
☀ Solar data
Daylight window at Underberg
06:52 – 17:09
Outside daylight hours
Solar noonHighest sun position
12:01
Total daylightUsable driving light
10 hrs 16 min
Light remainingUntil sunset
Expired
SunriseDawn break
06:52
Fin Tax & wear
Wear & SARS deduction
R1,622.80
Single trip SARS allowance
SARS rate R4.18/km fixed rate
R4.18/km
Tyre wear Estimated tread cost
R7.76
Service wear Oil & filter allocation
R77.65
Total trip wear Excludes fuel & tolls
R1,708.21
Nav Maneuver index
Navigation complexity
Moderate (12)
Turn difficulty rating
Roundabouts Multi-path navigation
0
Lane merges Yield required
2
Complex forks Path selection
3
Highway exits Deceleration zones
2
Route atlas

Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

ZA-ATLAS
Origin Melmoth Town -28.58667, 31.39806
Midpoint
194.3 km
Total: 388.2 km
Midpoint 194.3 km
388.2 km 4 hrs 52 min
Destination Underberg -29.79196, 29.49415

Route sheet

Route class Resolved South Africa route
Province span South Africa
One-way road span 388.2 km
Return-cycle span 776.5 km
Traversal time 4 hrs 52 min
Maneuver count 19
Maneuver density 4.9 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 194.3 km

Coordinate frame

Start -28.58667, 31.39806
Midpoint -29.83341, 30.89168
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 Melmoth Town from Underberg? +
Melmoth Town is about 388.2 km from Underberg by road.
How long does it take from Melmoth Town to Underberg? +
The drive usually takes about 4 hrs 52 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from Melmoth Town to Underberg in one day? +
Yes, for many drivers this can be done in one day.
Is taxi available from Melmoth Town 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 Melmoth Town to Underberg? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R781.27 (R27.95 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R784.35 (R28.06 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R780.44 (R27.92 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R817.89 (R29.26 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from Melmoth Town to Underberg? +
Yes. There are 17 tollgates 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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