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Distance from Mooi to St Lucia

Mooi to St Lucia is a full long-distance road trip, covering about 599.6 km in roughly 7 hrs 23 min.

N Mooi → St Lucia
Road distance
599.6 km
N2
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
492.7 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
1.22×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
16
Info Travel board
Travel time
7 hrs 23 min
Start point
Mooi
End point
Steenbras Street
Return: 14 hrs 48 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
443 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
81.1 km/h
Stop-adjusted ETA 3 planned rest stops
8 hrs 8 min
Fuel Service sign
Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R1,003.78
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R1,008.53
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R1,118.19
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R1,127.26
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R1,324.44
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R1,330.70
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R1,475.40
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R1,487.36
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R1,742.68
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R1,750.93
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R1,941.31
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R1,957.05
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🧭 Route vector
Compass bearing
120° ESE
Forward azimuth heading
Return heading Reverse azimuth
300° WNW
Coordinate delta Lat / Lon shift
South-West
Start coords Origin point
-26.2263, 28.0537
End coords Destination point
-28.3769, 32.4142
Taxi Local commuter
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Route class Operational trip category
Local shared
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Start, destination and route line.

599.6 km 444 min
Start Mooi
Finish St Lucia
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Start point
Destination
Driving route
Navigation sign

Turn-by-turn directions

↑
  1. Head on Mooi
    0.1 km
  2. Continue straight
    1.1 km
  3. Continue straight onto National Route 17
    206.4 km
  4. Turn right onto Kerk Street
    1.6 km
  5. Take the exit ramp slight left towards N2
    0.1 km
  6. Merge slight right onto Voortrekker Avenue
    102.1 km
  7. At the roundabout, take the 1st exit
    0.0 km
  8. Continue
    259.0 km
  9. Take the exit ramp slight left towards 618: Mtubatuba
    0.7 km
  10. Turn left
    2.5 km
  11. Turn left
    25.1 km
  12. Turn right onto McKenzie Street
    0.4 km
  13. Turn left onto Katonkel Street
    0.2 km
  14. At the end of the road, turn right onto Pelikaan Straat
    0.2 km
  15. Turn left onto Steenbras Street
    0.1 km
  16. You have arrived at your destination
    0.0 km
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Tolls on this route

R
Tolls found 18
Known total R408.50
Main toll road N2 - North Coast Toll Road
This route includes 18 toll points from our database. The strongest toll-road match is N2 - North Coast Toll Road. 1 Gauteng open-road / gantry toll point is shown as R0.00 because GFIP e-toll charging ended from 12 April 2024.
Dalpark
Road: Road not linked yet
R15.50
Gosforth
Road: Road not linked yet
R17.00
Leandra
Road: Road not linked yet
R50.50
Gosforth
Road: Road not linked yet
R17.00
Dalpark
Road: Road not linked yet
R15.50
Gosforth
Road: Road not linked yet
R17.00
Gosforth
Road: Road not linked yet
R17.00
Gosforth
Road: Road not linked yet
R17.00
Gosforth
Road: Road not linked yet
R17.00
Ermelo
Road: Road not linked yet
R45.00
Leandra
Road: Road not linked yet
R50.50
Denne
Road: Road not linked yet
R13.50
Denne
Road: Road not linked yet
R13.50
Leandra
Road: Road not linked yet
R50.50
Denne
Road: Road not linked yet
R13.50
Denne
Road: Road not linked yet
R13.50
Unnamed e-Toll gantry near -26.245, 28.135
Road: GFIP / Gauteng e-Toll network
R0.00
Trichardt
Road: Road not linked yet
R25.00
Routes ↩ St Lucia → Mooi Mooi to Johannesburg Mooi to Pretoria Mooi to Cape Town Mooi to Durban Johannesburg to St Lucia Pretoria to St Lucia Cape Town to St Lucia
Stop Stopover sign
Halfway point
299.8 km
Mid-route position Road corridor partition
50 / 50
Time partition Start / finish split
3 hrs 41 min • 3 hrs 41 min
Waypoint reference Nearest route marker
Mid-route reference
Vec Consumption & emissions
Consumption & emissions profile
43.2 L needed
Moderate efficiency • 7.2 L/100km baseline
CO2 emitted Estimated tailpipe output
99.7 kg
Fuel mass Approximate tank weight
32.4 kg
Cost per km Based on 95 Petrol
R1.68
Directness index As-the-crow-flies ratio
82.2%
☀ Solar data
Daylight window at St Lucia
06:16 – 17:17
Active daylight
Solar noonHighest sun position
Total daylightUsable driving light
11 hrs 0 min
Light remainingUntil sunset
4 hrs 52 min
SunriseDawn break
06:16
Fin Tax & wear
Wear & SARS deduction
R2,506.46
Single trip SARS allowance
SARS rate R4.18/km fixed rate
R4.18/km
Tyre wear Estimated tread cost
R11.99
Service wear Oil & filter allocation
R119.93
Total trip wear Excludes fuel & tolls
R2,638.38
Nav Maneuver index
Navigation complexity
Moderate (9)
Turn difficulty rating
Roundabouts Multi-path navigation
1
Lane merges Yield required
1
Complex forks Path selection
0
Highway exits Deceleration zones
3
Route atlas

Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

ZA-ATLAS
Origin Mooi Start: Mooi -26.22631, 28.05372
Midpoint
299.8 km
Total: 599.6 km
Midpoint 299.8 km
599.6 km 444 min
Destination St Lucia End: Steenbras Street -28.37694, 32.41417

Route sheet

Route class Resolved South Africa route
Province span South Africa
One-way road span 599.6 km
Return-cycle span 1199.2 km
Traversal time 444 min
Maneuver count 16
Maneuver density 2.7 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 299.8 km

Coordinate frame

Start -26.22631, 28.05372
Midpoint -26.91062, 30.73942
End -28.37694, 32.41417
Destination services

Available in St Lucia

Useful places near your destination, from everyday essentials to local stops that can help you settle in faster when you arrive.

Service groups 3
Schools Clothing stores Supermarkets
Nearby category Schools Top 3 nearby matches around St Lucia
3
Nearby category Clothing stores Top 1 nearby match around St Lucia
1
  • Volcom
    52 McKenzie Street, St. Lucia, 3936
Nearby category Supermarkets Top 3 nearby matches around St Lucia
3
  • Banana Box
    36 Pelican Street, St Lucia
  • Spar
    65 McKenzie Street, St. Lucia, 3936
  • Shoprite
    McKenzie Street, Mtubatuba, 3936, KwaZulu-Natal
Destination brief

Travelling to St Lucia

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

Signature iSimangaliso gateway town
Standout Small town at the edge of a World Heritage landscape
St Lucia works because it sits inside a much bigger nature story: estuary, beach, wildlife and the wider iSimangaliso system all feed into a town that feels small but strategically placed.
Best for Who this destination suits
Nature trip iSimangaliso gateway Wildlife weekend Zulu coast stay
Arrival What to expect on arrival
This is a compact town, but the exact lodge and your park plan matter because many travellers are really routing for estuary cruises, Cape Vidal days or park access.
Regional base Good base for nearby trips
Use St Lucia as a gateway base for iSimangaliso, estuary activity, wildlife viewing and wider Zululand coastal travel.
Destination facts Quick reference details
St Lucia sits within a UNESCO World Heritage setting
The town is surrounded by coastal forest, wildlife and beaches
It is one of the strongest gateway bases for iSimangaliso travel
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Route FAQ

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Questions 9
How far is Mooi from St Lucia? +
Mooi is about 599.6 km from St Lucia by road.
How long does it take from Mooi to St Lucia? +
The drive usually takes about 444 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from Mooi to St Lucia in one day? +
It is possible, but for many travellers this is better treated as a very long same-day trip or an overnight trip.
Is taxi available from Mooi to St Lucia? +
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 Mooi to St Lucia? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R1,003.78 (R23.25 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R1,008.53 (R23.36 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R1,118.19 (R25.90 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R1,127.26 (R26.11 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from Mooi to St Lucia? +
Yes. There are 18 tollgates currently matched for this route.
What is the route verdict for this trip? +
Very long trip: This is a demanding long-distance route. Treat it as a serious travel day and consider an overnight stop.
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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Route Locations

Start area
Mooi, Gauteng
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available
Destination area
St Lucia
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available

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