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Distance from Mnini to Underberg

N Mnini → Underberg
Road distance
186.3 km
Provincial mix · M13 / R103
Mnini to Underberg is a solid inter-town journey, covering about 186.3 km in roughly 2 hrs 35 min.
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
127.7 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
1.46×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
14
Info Travel board
Travel time
2 hrs 35 min
Start point
Mnini Road
Return: 10 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
155 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
72.1 km/h
Stop-adjusted ETA 1 planned rest stop
2 hrs 50 min
Fuel Service sign
Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km
93 Petrol R26.52 / litre
R355.73
95 Petrol R26.63 / litre
R357.21
Diesel 500ppm R32.30 / litre
R433.26
Diesel 50ppm R32.50 / litre
R435.94
93 Petrol R26.52 / litre
R469.37
95 Petrol R26.63 / litre
R471.31
Diesel 500ppm R32.30 / litre
R571.67
Diesel 50ppm R32.50 / litre
R575.20
93 Petrol R26.52 / litre
R617.59
95 Petrol R26.63 / litre
R620.15
Diesel 500ppm R32.30 / litre
R752.19
Diesel 50ppm R32.50 / litre
R756.85
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🧭 Route vector
Compass bearing
270° W
Forward azimuth heading
Return heading Reverse azimuth
90° E
Coordinate delta Lat / Lon shift
North-East
Start coords Origin point
-29.7956, 30.8178
End coords Destination point
-29.7920, 29.4941
Taxi Local commuter
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Long-distance caution
Route class Operational trip category
Local shared
Weather 15 °C Mnini Fair View Forecast → 7 °C Underberg Clear Sky View Forecast →
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Travel modes
Mnini → Underberg
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Car
186.3 km
2 hrs 35 min
Road route
🏍️ Estimate
Two-wheeler
186.3 km
~2 hrs 51 min
65 km/h avg
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186.3 km 2 hrs 35 min
Start Mnini
Finish Underberg
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Directions from Mnini to Underberg via M13
Metro arterial route M13
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Directions from Mnini to Underberg via R103
Provincial road route R103
2 route directions identified on this trip
  1. Head on Mnini Road
    0.1 km
  2. Turn right onto Inyala Road
    0.1 km
  3. Turn right onto Lyngarth Road
    0.0 km
  4. Turn left onto Inyala Road
    0.1 km
  5. Turn left towards M13: Gillitts
    0.2 km
  6. Merge slight right onto King Cetshwayo Highway
    10.5 km
  7. Merge slight right
    62.8 km
  8. Take the exit ramp slight left towards R103: Underberg
    0.4 km
  9. Keep slight left at the fork towards R103: Underberg
    0.0 km
  10. Go straight onto Zeederberg Road
    0.1 km
  11. Continue straight
    111.6 km
  12. Turn right onto Sani Road
    0.2 km
  13. Turn left
    0.1 km
  14. You have arrived at your destination
    0.0 km
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Tolls on this route

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Tolls found 0
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Main toll road R103
We found matching toll-road records for this route, but no tollgate point was close enough to the route line to display as a confirmed route toll.
R103 R103 R103 R103
Routes ↩ Underberg → Mnini Mnini to Johannesburg Mnini to Pretoria Mnini to Cape Town Mnini to Durban Johannesburg to Underberg Pretoria to Underberg Cape Town to Underberg
Stop Stopover sign
Halfway point
93.2 km
Mid-route position Road corridor partition
50 / 50
Time partition Start / finish split
1 hr 17 min • 1 hr 17 min
Waypoint reference Nearest route marker
Mid-route reference
Vec Consumption & emissions
Consumption & emissions profile
13.4 L needed
Low efficiency • 7.2 L/100km baseline
CO2 emitted Estimated tailpipe output
31.0 kg
Fuel mass Approximate tank weight
10.1 kg
Cost per km Based on 95 Petrol
R1.92
Directness index As-the-crow-flies ratio
68.6%
☀ Solar data
Daylight window at Underberg
06:44 – 17:12
Outside daylight hours
Solar noonHighest sun position
Total daylightUsable driving light
10 hrs 28 min
Light remainingUntil sunset
Expired
SunriseDawn break
06:44
Fin Tax & wear
Wear & SARS deduction
R778.74
Single trip SARS allowance
SARS rate R4.18/km fixed rate
R4.18/km
Tyre wear Estimated tread cost
R3.73
Service wear Oil & filter allocation
R37.26
Total trip wear Excludes fuel & tolls
R819.73
Nav Maneuver index
Navigation complexity
Moderate (7)
Turn difficulty rating
Roundabouts Multi-path navigation
0
Lane merges Yield required
2
Complex forks Path selection
1
Highway exits Deceleration zones
1
Route atlas

Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

ZA-ATLAS
Origin Mnini Start: Mnini Road -29.79558, 30.81781
Midpoint
93.2 km
Total: 186.3 km
Midpoint 93.2 km
186.3 km 2 hrs 35 min
Destination Underberg -29.79196, 29.49415

Route sheet

Route class Resolved South Africa route
Province span South Africa
One-way road span 186.3 km
Return-cycle span 372.6 km
Traversal time 2 hrs 35 min
Maneuver count 14
Maneuver density 7.5 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 93.2 km

Coordinate frame

Start -29.79558, 30.81781
Midpoint -29.61871, 30.13437
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 Mnini from Underberg? +
Mnini is about 186.3 km from Underberg by road.
How long does it take from Mnini to Underberg? +
The drive usually takes about 2 hrs 35 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from Mnini to Underberg in one day? +
Yes, for many drivers this can be done in one day.
Is taxi available from Mnini 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 Mnini to Underberg? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R355.73 (R26.52 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R357.21 (R26.63 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R433.26 (R32.30 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R435.94 (R32.50 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from Mnini to Underberg? +
No tollgates are 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. This route looks more local or regional, but always check signs and road conditions on the day.
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Towns along the route

: Gillitts
From Mnini To Underberg
: Underberg
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Route Locations

Start area
Mnini, KwaZulu-Natal
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available
Destination area
Underberg
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available

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