Distance from Mthatha N3 to Pietermaritzburg

N Mthatha N3 → Pietermaritzburg

Road distance

359 km

Provincial mix · R103

Mthatha N3 to Pietermaritzburg is a full long-distance road trip, covering about 359.0 km in roughly 4 hrs 47 min.

Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference

268.6 km

Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio

1.34×

Navigation steps Instruction count in route set

Info Travel board

Travel time

4 hrs 47 min

End point

Pietermaritz Street

Return: 9 hrs 35 min

Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration

287 min

Average velocity Distance over route runtime

74.9 km/h

Stop-adjusted ETA 2 planned rest stops

5 hrs 17 min

Fuel Service sign

Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km

93 Petrol R27.16 / litre

R702.04

95 Petrol R27.19 / litre

R702.82

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🧭 Route vector

Compass bearing

35° NE

Forward azimuth heading

Return heading Reverse azimuth

215° SW

Coordinate delta Lat / Lon shift

North-East

Start coords Origin point

-31.5896, 28.7878

End coords Destination point

-29.6000, 30.3789

Taxi Transport options

Shared taxi fare

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Long-distance caution

Route class Operational trip category

Long-distance

Operator type Service format

Minibus taxi

Weather 13 °C Mthatha N3 Fog View Forecast → 12 °C Pietermaritzburg Partly Cloudy View Forecast →

Travel modes

Mthatha N3 → Pietermaritzburg

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Car

359 km

4 hrs 47 min

Road route

🏍️ Estimate

Two-wheeler

359 km

~5 hrs 31 min

65 km/h avg

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Route

Route overview

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Map Directions Tolls Trip planning

Start Mthatha N3

Finish Pietermaritzburg

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Destination

Driving route

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Directions from Mthatha N3 to Pietermaritzburg via R103

Provincial road route R103
Start your journey

0.0 km
Turn right

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Turn left

0.0 km
Turn right

0.1 km
Turn left onto York Road

0.1 km
Turn right onto Sutherland Street

0.1 km
Turn left onto Madeira Street

211.7 km
Take the exit ramp slight left

0.4 km
Turn left

144.4 km
Turn slight left towards R103

0.1 km
Turn slight left onto Chief Albert Luthuli Road

1.4 km
Turn right onto Langalibalele Street

0.2 km
Turn left onto Henrietta Street

0.1 km
Turn left onto Church Street

0.0 km
Turn right onto Otto Street

0.2 km
At the end of the road, turn left onto Pietermaritz Street

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You have arrived at your destination

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Navigation sign

Tolls on this route

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.

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Stop Stopover sign

Halfway point

179.7 km

Mid-route position Road corridor partition

50 / 50

Time partition Start / finish split

2 hrs 23 min • 2 hrs 23 min

Waypoint reference Nearest route marker

Mid-route reference

Vec Consumption & emissions

Consumption & emissions profile

25.8 L needed

Moderate efficiency • 7.2 L/100km baseline

CO2 emitted Estimated tailpipe output

59.7 kg

Fuel mass Approximate tank weight

19.4 kg

Cost per km Based on 95 Petrol

R1.96

Directness index As-the-crow-flies ratio

74.8%

☀ Solar data

Daylight window at Pietermaritzburg

06:45 – 17:06

Outside daylight hours

Solar noonHighest sun position

11:56

Total daylightUsable driving light

10 hrs 21 min

Light remainingUntil sunset

14 hrs 45 min

SunriseDawn break

06:45

Fin Tax & wear

Wear & SARS deduction

R1,500.65

Single trip SARS allowance

SARS rate R4.18/km fixed rate

R4.18/km

Tyre wear Estimated tread cost

R7.18

Service wear Oil & filter allocation

R71.80

Total trip wear Excludes fuel & tolls

R1,579.63

Nav Maneuver index

Navigation complexity

Low (1)

Turn difficulty rating

Roundabouts Multi-path navigation

Lane merges Yield required

Complex forks Path selection

Highway exits Deceleration zones

Route atlas

Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

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Origin Mthatha N3 -31.58959, 28.78777

Midpoint

179.7 km

Total: 359 km

Midpoint 179.7 km

359 km 288 min

Destination Pietermaritzburg End: Pietermaritz Street -29.60000, 30.37889

Route sheet

Route class Resolved South Africa route

Province span South Africa

One-way road span 359 km

Return-cycle span 718 km

Traversal time 288 min

Maneuver count 17

Maneuver density 4.7 /100 km

Midpoint chainage 179.7 km

Coordinate frame

Start -31.58959, 28.78777

Midpoint -30.55435, 29.49024

End -29.60000, 30.37889

Destination brief

Travelling to Pietermaritzburg

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

Signature KZN capital city

Standout Capital city with heritage and Midlands access

Pietermaritzburg has more weight than a routine inland stop because it combines provincial-capital status with heritage, sport and quick access to the Midlands side of KwaZulu-Natal.

Best for Who this destination suits

Capital city stay Midlands gateway Business trip Heritage travel

Arrival What to expect on arrival

CBD, Scottsville, university-side and N3-adjacent arrivals can feel quite different, so the exact suburb or venue matters.

Regional base Good base for nearby trips

Use Pietermaritzburg as a KZN capital base for business travel, heritage stops and onward drives into the Midlands and Drakensberg direction.

Destination facts Quick reference details

Pietermaritzburg Tourism describes it as the capital city of KwaZulu-Natal

The city works as both a destination and a route hub

It sits close to the Midlands touring zone

Route support

Route FAQ

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Questions 9

How far is Mthatha N3 from Pietermaritzburg? +

Mthatha N3 is about 359 km from Pietermaritzburg by road.

How long does it take from Mthatha N3 to Pietermaritzburg? +

The drive usually takes about 288 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.

Is it possible to drive from Mthatha N3 to Pietermaritzburg in one day? +

Yes, for many drivers this can be done in one day.

Is taxi available from Mthatha N3 to Pietermaritzburg? +

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 Mthatha N3 to Pietermaritzburg? +

Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R702.04 (R27.16 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R702.82 (R27.19 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R699.20 (R27.05 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R723.76 (R28.00 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.

Are there any tollgates from Mthatha N3 to Pietermaritzburg? +

No tollgates are 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. This route looks more local or regional, but always check signs and road conditions on the day.

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Nedbank Scottsville

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