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Distance from Pongola to St Lucia

Pongola to St Lucia is a solid inter-town journey, covering about 187.0 km in roughly 2 hrs 28 min.

N Pongola → St Lucia
Road distance
187.0 km
116.2 mi • 100.9 nmi
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
136.0 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
1.37×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
12
Info Travel board
Travel time
2 hrs 28 min
Return: 4 hrs 57 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
2 hrs 28 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
75.3 km/h
Stop-adjusted ETA 1 planned rest stop
2 hrs 43 min
Fuel Service sign
Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R312.96
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R314.45
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R348.64
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R351.46
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R412.94
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R414.89
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R460.01
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R463.74
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R543.34
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R545.91
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R605.27
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R610.18
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Fastest drive Direct drive estimate
2 hrs 28 min
Comfort drive Allows a short stop
2 hrs 43 min
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Route class Operational trip category
Local shared
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187.0 km 2 hrs 28 min
Start Pongola
Finish St Lucia
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Destination
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Turn-by-turn directions

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  1. Start your journey
    0.0 km
  2. Turn right onto Hans Dons Street
    0.1 km
  3. Turn left onto Martin Street
    0.1 km
  4. Turn left onto Piet Retief Road
    157.5 km
  5. Take the exit ramp slight left towards 618: Mtubatuba
    0.7 km
  6. Turn left
    2.5 km
  7. Turn left
    25.1 km
  8. Turn right onto McKenzie Street
    0.4 km
  9. Turn left onto Katonkel Street
    0.2 km
  10. At the end of the road, turn right onto Pelikaan Straat
    0.2 km
  11. Turn left onto Steenbras Street
    0.1 km
  12. You have arrived at your destination
    0.0 km
Stop Stopover sign
Halfway point
93.6 km
Mid-route position Road corridor partition
50 / 50
Time partition Start / finish split
1 hr 14 min • 1 hr 14 min
Waypoint reference Nearest route marker
Mid-route reference
Loc Route geography
Route geography
Pongola → St Lucia
Start and destination context
Start area Origin
Pongola
Destination area Arrival
St Lucia
Road span Street reference
— • —
Post Postal reference
Postal reference
— • —
Pongola → St Lucia
Pongola Origin postcode
Not available
St Lucia Destination postcode
Not available
Province span Route area
South Africa
Set Nearby route set
Nearby route set
Durban to Richards Bay
3 other similar routes
Durban to Richards Bay Similar distance
31.8 km
Mbombela to Middelburg Similar distance
32.5 km
East London to Mthatha Similar distance
8.4 km
Rev Related route set
Related route set
St Lucia → Pongola
Pongola ↔ St Lucia
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Route atlas

Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

ZA-ATLAS
Origin Pongola -27.37759, 31.61689
Midpoint
93.6 km
Total: 187.0 km
Midpoint 93.6 km
187.0 km 2 hrs 28 min
Destination St Lucia -28.37694, 32.41417

Route sheet

Route class Resolved South Africa route
Province span South Africa
One-way road span 187.0 km
Return-cycle span 373.9 km
Traversal time 2 hrs 28 min
Maneuver count 12
Maneuver density 6.4 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 93.6 km

Coordinate frame

Start -27.37759, 31.61689
Midpoint -27.85859, 32.17029
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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Questions 9
How far is Pongola from St Lucia? +
Pongola is about 187.0 km from St Lucia by road.
How long does it take from Pongola to St Lucia? +
The drive usually takes about 2 hrs 28 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from Pongola to St Lucia in one day? +
Yes, for many drivers this can be done in one day.
Is taxi available from Pongola 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 Pongola to St Lucia? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R312.96 (R23.25 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R314.45 (R23.36 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R348.64 (R25.90 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R351.46 (R26.11 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from Pongola to St Lucia? +
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

618: Mtubatuba
From Pongola To St Lucia
Nongoma
From Pongola To St Lucia
Pelikaan Straat
From Pongola To St Lucia

Route Locations

Start area
Pongola
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available
Destination area
St Lucia
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 Richards Bay Similar distance
About 155.2 km Difference: 31.8 km
Mbombela to Middelburg Similar distance
About 154.5 km Difference: 32.5 km
East London to Mthatha Similar distance
About 178.6 km Difference: 8.4 km
Durban to Port Shepstone Similar distance
About 112.2 km Difference: 74.7 km
Rustenburg to Mahikeng Similar distance
About 161.5 km Difference: 25.4 km

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