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Distance from Mount Edgecombe to Ballito

Mount Edgecombe to Ballito is a short everyday drive, covering about 35.1 km in roughly 28 min.

N Mount Edgecombe → Ballito
Road distance
35.1 km
21.8 mi • 19.0 nmi
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
27.1 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
1.30×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
25
Info Travel board
Travel time
28 min
Return: 56 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
28 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
74.2 km/h
Stop-adjusted ETA 0 planned rest stops
28 min
Fuel Service sign
Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R58.80
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R59.08
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R65.51
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R66.04
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R77.59
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R77.96
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R86.43
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R87.13
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R102.09
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R102.57
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R113.73
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R114.65
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Fastest drive Direct drive estimate
28 min
Comfort drive Allows a short stop
43 min
Taxi Local commuter
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Route class Operational trip category
Local shared
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35.1 km 28 min
Start Mount Edgecombe
Finish Ballito
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Turn-by-turn directions

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  1. Head northeast
    0.3 km
  2. Turn sharp right onto Mount Edgecombe Drive
    0.4 km
  3. Enter the roundabout and take the 1st exit onto Mount Edgecombe Drive
    0.0 km
  4. Continue straight onto Mount Edgecombe Drive
    0.5 km
  5. Turn left onto Mount Edgecombe Drive
    1.0 km
  6. Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Mount Edgecombe Drive
    0.0 km
  7. Continue straight onto Mount Edgecombe Drive
    0.4 km
  8. Enter the roundabout and take the 1st exit onto Mount Edgecombe Drive
    0.0 km
  9. Continue straight onto Mount Edgecombe Drive
    0.2 km
  10. Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Mount Edgecombe Drive
    0.0 km
  11. Continue straight onto Mount Edgecombe Drive
    0.1 km
  12. Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit
    0.0 km
  13. Continue straight
    0.5 km
  14. Keep left
    0.1 km
  15. Keep right
    27.2 km
  16. Keep left
    0.6 km
  17. Keep right
    0.0 km
  18. Turn right onto Ballito Drive, M4
    1.5 km
  19. Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Ballito Drive, M4
    0.0 km
  20. Continue straight onto Ballito Drive, M4
    1.6 km
  21. Turn right onto Minerva Road
    0.3 km
  22. Turn right onto Sandra Road
    0.3 km
  23. Turn left onto Reg Fripp Place
    0.0 km
  24. Turn right
    0.0 km
  25. Arrive at your destination, on the right
    0.0 km
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Tolls on this route

R
Tolls found 7
Known total R85.50
Main toll road M4 - Magalies Toll Route
This route includes 7 toll points from our database. The strongest toll-road match is M4 - Magalies Toll Route.
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
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
Stop Stopover sign
Halfway point
17.6 km
Mid-route position Road corridor partition
50 / 50
Time partition Start / finish split
14 min • 14 min
Waypoint reference Nearest route marker
Mid-route reference
Loc Route geography
Route geography
Mount Edgecombe → Ballito
Start and destination context
Start area Origin
Mount Edgecombe
Destination area Arrival
Ballito
Road span Street reference
— • —
Post Postal reference
Postal reference
— • —
Mount Edgecombe → Ballito
Mount Edgecombe Origin postcode
Not available
Ballito Destination postcode
Not available
Province span Route area
South Africa
Set Nearby route set
Nearby route set
Durban to Ballito
3 other similar routes
Durban to Ballito Similar distance
5.0 km
Pietermaritzburg to Howick Similar distance
15.3 km
Durban to Pietermaritzburg Similar distance
33.2 km
Rev Related route set
Related route set
Ballito → Mount Edgecombe
Mount Edgecombe ↔ Ballito
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Route atlas

Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

ZA-ATLAS
Origin Mount Edgecombe -29.73538, 31.04126
Midpoint
17.6 km
Total: 35.1 km
Midpoint 17.6 km
35.1 km 28 min
Destination Ballito -29.54386, 31.21452

Route sheet

Route class Resolved South Africa route
Province span South Africa
One-way road span 35.1 km
Return-cycle span 70.3 km
Traversal time 28 min
Maneuver count 25
Maneuver density 71.2 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 17.6 km

Coordinate frame

Start -29.73538, 31.04126
Midpoint -29.61972, 31.12869
End -29.54386, 31.21452
Destination services

Available in Ballito

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

Service groups 4
Schools Clothing stores Fuel stations and garages Supermarkets
Nearby category Schools Top 6 nearby matches around Ballito
6
Nearby category Clothing stores Top 6 nearby matches around Ballito
6
  • On The Move
    On The Move, Ballito Drive, KwaDukuza Ward 22, Ballito, KwaDukuza Local Municipality, iLembe District Municipality, KwaZulu-Natal, 4020, South Africa
  • PEP
    PEP, Hills Avenue, KwaDukuza Ward 22, Ballito, KwaDukuza Local Municipality, iLembe District Municipality, KwaZulu-Natal, 4020, South Africa
  • Studio 88
    Studio 88, Hills Avenue, KwaDukuza Ward 22, Ballito, KwaDukuza Local Municipality, iLembe District Municipality, KwaZulu-Natal, 4020, South Africa
  • Lizzard
    Lizzard, Hills Avenue, KwaDukuza Ward 22, Ballito, KwaDukuza Local Municipality, iLembe District Municipality, KwaZulu-Natal, 4020, South Africa
  • Senqu
    Senqu, Hills Avenue, KwaDukuza Ward 22, Ballito, KwaDukuza Local Municipality, iLembe District Municipality, KwaZulu-Natal, 4020, South Africa
  • the Hub
    the Hub, Ballito Drive, KwaDukuza Ward 22, Ballito, KwaDukuza Local Municipality, iLembe District Municipality, KwaZulu-Natal, 4020, South Africa
Nearby category Fuel stations and garages Top 1 nearby match around Ballito
1
Nearby category Supermarkets Top 6 nearby matches around Ballito
6
Destination brief

Travelling to Ballito

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

Signature North Coast beach town
Standout Easy North Coast holiday with family appeal
Best for Who this destination suits
Family beach break North Coast stay Weekend escape Coastal convenience
Arrival What to expect on arrival
The route changes between beachfront properties, estates, shopping-centre-side stays and the wider Dolphin Coast stretch, so the exact address matters.
Regional base Good base for nearby trips
Use Ballito as a North Coast base for beaches, family travel and easy movement between coastal stays and airport-side logistics.
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Questions 8
How far is Mount Edgecombe from Ballito? +
Mount Edgecombe is about 35.1 km from Ballito by road.
How long does it take from Mount Edgecombe to Ballito? +
The drive usually takes about 28 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from Mount Edgecombe to Ballito in one day? +
Yes, for many drivers this can be done in one day.
Is taxi available from Mount Edgecombe to Ballito? +
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 Mount Edgecombe to Ballito? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R58.80 (R23.25 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R59.08 (R23.36 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R65.51 (R25.90 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R66.04 (R26.11 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from Mount Edgecombe to Ballito? +
Yes. There are 7 tollgates currently matched for this route.
What is the route verdict for this trip? +
Easy local trip: This looks like a short and simple trip for most drivers.
Is there a road note for this route? +
This is mostly a short local route. 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

Reg Fripp Place
From Mount Edgecombe To Ballito

Route Locations

Start area
Mount Edgecombe
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available
Destination area
Ballito
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 Ballito Similar distance
About 40.1 km Difference: 5.0 km
Pietermaritzburg to Howick Similar distance
About 19.8 km Difference: 15.3 km
Durban to Pietermaritzburg Similar distance
About 68.3 km Difference: 33.2 km
Johannesburg to Benoni Similar distance
About 27.3 km Difference: 7.8 km
Pretoria to Midrand Similar distance
About 29.8 km Difference: 5.3 km

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