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Distance from Pretoria to St Lucia

Pretoria to St Lucia is a full long-distance road trip, covering about 625.1 km in roughly 7 hrs 39 min.

N Pretoria → St Lucia
Road distance
625.1 km
388.4 mi • 337.5 nmi
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
510.5 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
1.22×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
26
Info Travel board
Travel time
7 hrs 39 min
Return: 15 hrs 19 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
7 hrs 39 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
81.6 km/h
Stop-adjusted ETA 3 planned rest stops
8 hrs 24 min
Fuel Service sign
Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R1,046.47
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R1,051.42
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R1,165.74
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R1,175.19
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R1,380.75
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R1,387.29
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R1,538.13
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R1,550.60
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R1,816.78
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R1,825.38
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R2,023.85
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R2,040.26
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Fastest drive Direct drive estimate
7 hrs 39 min
Comfort drive Allows a short stop
7 hrs 54 min
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Route class Operational trip category
Local shared
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625.1 km 7 hrs 39 min
Start Pretoria
Finish St Lucia
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Turn-by-turn directions

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  1. Head on Church Square
    0.2 km
  2. Turn sharp left
    0.1 km
  3. Turn sharp right onto Bank Lane
    0.1 km
  4. Turn right onto Pretorius Street
    0.1 km
  5. Turn left onto Paul Kruger Street
    0.3 km
  6. Turn left onto Nana Sita Street
    1.0 km
  7. Go straight onto Nelson Mandela Drive
    0.1 km
  8. Turn right onto Francis Baard Street
    5.9 km
  9. Go straight
    2.0 km
  10. Continue straight
    129.9 km
  11. Take the exit ramp slight left towards N11: Hendrina
    0.6 km
  12. Turn right
    41.3 km
  13. At the roundabout, take the 2nd exit
    0.0 km
  14. Continue
    53.0 km
  15. Take the exit ramp slight left towards N2
    0.1 km
  16. Merge slight right onto Voortrekker Avenue
    102.1 km
  17. At the roundabout, take the 1st exit
    0.0 km
  18. Continue
    259.0 km
  19. Take the exit ramp slight left towards 618: Mtubatuba
    0.7 km
  20. Turn left
    2.5 km
  21. Turn left
    25.1 km
  22. Turn right onto McKenzie Street
    0.4 km
  23. Turn left onto Katonkel Street
    0.2 km
  24. At the end of the road, turn right onto Pelikaan Straat
    0.2 km
  25. Turn left onto Steenbras Street
    0.1 km
  26. You have arrived at your destination
    0.0 km
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Tolls on this route

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Tolls found 14
Known total R486.00
Main toll road N2 - North Coast Toll Road
This route includes 14 toll points from our database. The strongest toll-road match is N2 - North Coast Toll Road.
Middleburg Toll Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R84.00
Middleburg Toll Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R84.00
Unnamed toll gantry near Diamond Hill Plaza
Road: Near Diamond Hill Plaza
R0.00
Donkerhoek Tollstation
Road: Road not linked yet
R17.00
Donkerhoek Tollstation
Road: Road not linked yet
R17.00
Diamond Hill Plaza (East)
Road: Road not linked yet
R51.00
Diamond Hill Plaza (West)
Road: Road not linked yet
R51.00
Ekandustria East Ramp Plaza
Road:
R31.00
Ekandustria East Ramp Plaza
Road:
R31.00
Unnamed toll gantry near Diamond Hill Plaza
Road: Near Diamond Hill Plaza
R0.00
Valtaki East Ramp Plaza
Road:
R39.00
Valtaki East Ramp Plaza
Road:
R39.00
Cullinan Ramp Plaza
Road:
R21.00
Cullinan Ramp Plaza
Road:
R21.00
Stop Stopover sign
Halfway point
312.7 km
Mid-route position Road corridor partition
50 / 50
Time partition Start / finish split
3 hrs 49 min • 3 hrs 49 min
Waypoint reference Nearest route marker
Mid-route reference
Loc Route geography
Route geography
Pretoria → St Lucia
Start and destination context
Start area Origin
Pretoria
Destination area Arrival
St Lucia
Road span Street reference
— • —
Post Postal reference
Postal reference
— • —
Pretoria → St Lucia
Pretoria Origin postcode
Not available
St Lucia Destination postcode
Not available
Province span Route area
South Africa
Set Nearby route set
Nearby route set
Pretoria to Nelspruit
3 other similar routes
Pretoria to Nelspruit Similar distance
348.7 km
Johannesburg to Polokwane Similar distance
332.1 km
Cape Town to George Similar distance
252.7 km
Rev Related route set
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St Lucia → Pretoria
Pretoria ↔ St Lucia
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Route atlas

Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

ZA-ATLAS
Origin Pretoria -25.74593, 28.18791
Midpoint
312.7 km
Total: 625.1 km
Midpoint 312.7 km
625.1 km 7 hrs 39 min
Destination St Lucia -28.37694, 32.41417

Route sheet

Route class Resolved South Africa route
Province span South Africa
One-way road span 625.1 km
Return-cycle span 1,250.3 km
Traversal time 7 hrs 39 min
Maneuver count 26
Maneuver density 4.2 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 312.7 km

Coordinate frame

Start -25.74593, 28.18791
Midpoint -26.88462, 30.61461
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 Pretoria from St Lucia? +
Pretoria is about 625.1 km from St Lucia by road.
How long does it take from Pretoria to St Lucia? +
The drive usually takes about 7 hrs 39 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from Pretoria 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 Pretoria 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 Pretoria to St Lucia? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R1,046.47 (R23.25 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R1,051.42 (R23.36 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R1,165.74 (R25.90 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R1,175.19 (R26.11 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from Pretoria to St Lucia? +
Yes. There are 14 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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Start area
Pretoria
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.

Pretoria to Nelspruit Similar distance
About 276.4 km Difference: 348.7 km
Johannesburg to Polokwane Similar distance
About 293.1 km Difference: 332.1 km
Cape Town to George Similar distance
About 372.4 km Difference: 252.7 km
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About 155.2 km Difference: 470.0 km
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