Distance from Pick Pay Family Voortrekker Road Kempton Park 1619 to Pietermaritzburg

N Pick Pay Family Voortrekker Road Kempton Park 1619 → Pietermaritzburg

Road distance

499.4 km

Provincial mix · N3 / R21 / R24

Pick Pay Family Voortrekker Road Kempton Park 1619 to Pietermaritzburg is a full long-distance road trip, covering about 499.4 km in roughly 5 hrs 46 min.

Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference

442.1 km

Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio

1.13×

Navigation steps Instruction count in route set

Info Travel board

Travel time

5 hrs 46 min

Start point

Monument Road

End point

Pietermaritz Street

Return: 11 hrs 32 min

Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration

346 min

Average velocity Distance over route runtime

86.5 km/h

Stop-adjusted ETA 2 planned rest stops

6 hrs 16 min

Fuel Service sign

Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km

93 Petrol R27.95 / litre

R1,004.94

95 Petrol R28.06 / litre

R1,008.89

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🧭 Route vector

Compass bearing

152° SSE

Forward azimuth heading

Return heading Reverse azimuth

332° NNW

Coordinate delta Lat / Lon shift

South-West

Start coords Origin point

-26.1061, 28.2312

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 19 °C Pick Pay Family Voortrekker Road Kempton Park 1619 Clear Sky View Forecast → 18 °C Pietermaritzburg Partly Cloudy View Forecast →

Travel modes

Pick Pay Family Voortrekker Road Kempton Park 1619 → Pietermaritzburg

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Car

499.4 km

5 hrs 46 min

Road route

🏍️ Estimate

Two-wheeler

499.4 km

~7 hrs 40 min

65 km/h avg

🚗 4 km to OR Tambo International
✈ JNB → PZB (53 min)
↑ 3 hrs 18 min faster than driving · Search →

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Route

Route overview

Live map, directions, tolls and route services.

Map Directions Tolls Trip planning

Start Pick Pay Family Voortrekker Road Kempton Park 1619

Finish Pietermaritzburg

Map key

Start point

Destination

Driving route

Navigation sign

Turn-by-turn directions

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Directions from Pick Pay Family Voortrekker Road Kempton Park 1619 to Pietermaritzburg via N3

National highway N3
Directions from Pick Pay Family Voortrekker Road Kempton Park 1619 to Pietermaritzburg via R21 and R24

Provincial road routes R21R24
Head on Monument Road

0.2 km
Continue make a U-turn onto Monument Road

0.3 km
At the end of the road, turn left onto Central Avenue

0.3 km
Continue straight onto Voortrekker Road

0.2 km
Continue straight onto Amon Ngulele Road

0.6 km
Turn right towards R21: Johannesburg

0.6 km
Merge slight right onto Albertina Sisulu Freeway

1.3 km
Take the exit ramp slight right onto Albertina Sisulu Freeway towards R24: Johannesburg

10.8 km
Take the exit ramp slight left towards N3

0.5 km
Keep slight left at the fork towards N3

0.9 km
Merge slight right onto Eastern Bypass

7.2 km
Keep slight left at the fork

58.7 km
Keep slight left at the fork

412.8 km
Take the exit ramp slight left

0.7 km
Turn right onto Peter Brown Drive

0.4 km
At the roundabout, take the 2nd exit onto Howick Road

0.1 km
Continue onto Howick Road

2.8 km
Continue straight onto Chief Albert Luthuli Road

0.8 km
Turn left onto Prince Edward Street

0.2 km
Turn left onto Otto Street

0.1 km
Turn left onto Pietermaritz Street

0.0 km
You have arrived at your destination

0.0 km

Navigation sign

Tolls on this route

Tolls found 28

Known total R1,379.00

Main toll road N3

This route includes 28 toll points from our database. The strongest toll-road match is N3. 6 Gauteng open-road / gantry toll points are shown as R0.00 because GFIP e-toll charging ended from 12 April 2024.

Tugela

Road: Road not linked yet

R100.00

Unnamed e-Toll gantry near -26.274, 28.149

Road: GFIP / Gauteng e-Toll network

R0.00

Tugela

Road: Road not linked yet

R100.00

Unnamed e-Toll gantry near -26.187, 28.134

Road: GFIP / Gauteng e-Toll network

R0.00

Unnamed e-Toll gantry near -26.222, 28.128

Road: GFIP / Gauteng e-Toll network

R0.00

Unnamed e-Toll gantry near -26.245, 28.135

Road: GFIP / Gauteng e-Toll network

R0.00

Unnamed e-Toll gantry near -26.129, 28.229

Road: GFIP / Gauteng e-Toll network

R0.00

Wilge

Road: Road not linked yet

R94.00

Wilge

Road: Road not linked yet

R94.00

Wilge

Road: 169

R94.00

Wilge

Road: Road not linked yet

R94.00

Mooi

Road: Road not linked yet

R70.00

Mooi Ramp Plaza

Road: Road not linked yet

R49.00

De Hoek

Road: Road not linked yet

R67.00

Treverton Plaza

Road: Road not linked yet

R21.00

De Hoek

Road: Road not linked yet

R67.00

De Hoek

Road: Road not linked yet

R67.00

De Hoek

Road: Road not linked yet

R67.00

Treverton Plaza

Road: Road not linked yet

R21.00

Mooi Plaza

Road: Road not linked yet

R70.00

Mooi Plaza

Road: Road not linked yet

R70.00

Mooi Plaza

Road: Road not linked yet

R70.00

Unnamed e-Toll gantry near -26.167, 28.141

Road: GFIP / Gauteng e-Toll network

R0.00

Mooi Plaza

Road: Road not linked yet

R70.00

Gosforth

Road: Road not linked yet

R17.00

Gosforth

Road: Road not linked yet

R17.00

Bergville

Road: Road not linked yet

R30.00

Bergville

Road: Road not linked yet

R30.00

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Stop Stopover sign

Halfway point

250.1 km

Mid-route position Road corridor partition

50 / 50

Time partition Start / finish split

2 hrs 53 min • 2 hrs 53 min

Waypoint reference Nearest route marker

Mid-route reference

Vec Consumption & emissions

Consumption & emissions profile

36.0 L needed

Highly direct • 7.2 L/100km baseline

CO2 emitted Estimated tailpipe output

83.1 kg

Fuel mass Approximate tank weight

27.0 kg

Cost per km Based on 95 Petrol

R2.02

Directness index As-the-crow-flies ratio

88.5%

☀ Solar data

Daylight window at Pietermaritzburg

06:50 – 17:06

Active daylight

Solar noonHighest sun position

11:58

Total daylightUsable driving light

10 hrs 15 min

Light remainingUntil sunset

3 hrs 36 min

SunriseDawn break

06:50

Fin Tax & wear

Wear & SARS deduction

R2,087.38

Single trip SARS allowance

SARS rate R4.18/km fixed rate

R4.18/km

Tyre wear Estimated tread cost

R9.99

Service wear Oil & filter allocation

R99.87

Total trip wear Excludes fuel & tolls

R2,197.24

Nav Maneuver index

Navigation complexity

High (23)

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

ZA-ATLAS

Origin Pick Pay Family Voortrekker Road Kempton Park 1619 Start: Monument Road -26.10614, 28.23121

Midpoint

250.1 km

Total: 499.4 km

Midpoint 250.1 km

499.4 km 5 hrs 46 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 499.4 km

Return-cycle span 998.7 km

Traversal time 5 hrs 46 min

Maneuver count 22

Maneuver density 4.4 /100 km

Midpoint chainage 250.1 km

Coordinate frame

Start -26.10614, 28.23121

Midpoint -28.03595, 29.00605

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 Pick Pay Family Voortrekker Road Kempton Park 1619 from Pietermaritzburg? +

Pick Pay Family Voortrekker Road Kempton Park 1619 is about 499.4 km from Pietermaritzburg by road.

How long does it take from Pick Pay Family Voortrekker Road Kempton Park 1619 to Pietermaritzburg? +

The drive usually takes about 5 hrs 46 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.

Is it possible to drive from Pick Pay Family Voortrekker Road Kempton Park 1619 to Pietermaritzburg in one day? +

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

Is taxi available from Pick Pay Family Voortrekker Road Kempton Park 1619 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 Pick Pay Family Voortrekker Road Kempton Park 1619 to Pietermaritzburg? +

Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R1,004.94 (R27.95 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R1,008.89 (R28.06 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R1,003.86 (R27.92 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R1,052.04 (R29.26 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.

Are there any tollgates from Pick Pay Family Voortrekker Road Kempton Park 1619 to Pietermaritzburg? +

Yes. There are 28 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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Places from Pick Pay Family Voortrekker Road Kempton Park 1619 to Pietermaritzburg

Pick & Pay Family

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Quickshop

Bakerhouse

Croydon Bakery

Fat Cake City

Fournos Bakery

Charlie Catue

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Parklane Superspar

Bonjour

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Mndeni Butchery

Nedbank City Centre Pietermaritzburg

Bonjour

Pick'n'Pay

Shoprite

Rocket Racing Pietermaritzburg

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Parklane Superspar

Bus Station Pietermaritzburg

Bombers Equestrian Equipment

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SaveAct Trust

Pick n Pay

Jacks Tyres PMP

Riverwood College

Quickshop

Longmarket Girls School

automotive repairers

Merchiston Preparatory School

Alston Primary School

Dirt Road Pmb

One Stop Licensing

Quickshop

Cordwalles Preparatory School

Maritzburg College

Liberty Midland Mall

Alexandra High School

IT Certification Academy

Nedbank Scottsville

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AUDITOR - GENERAL OF SOUTH AFRICA

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A & D Auto Spares

Greater Edendale Mall

RSI SmartCanopy

Pick & Pay Family

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Quickshop

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