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Distance from Richardia Primary School 3900 Kwazulu Natal to Richards Bay

Richardia Primary School 3900 Kwazulu Natal to Richards Bay is a short everyday drive, covering about 2.3 km in roughly 4 min.

N Richardia Primary School 3900 Kwazulu Natal → Richards Bay
Road distance
2.3 km
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
1.3 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
1.77×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
7
Info Travel board
Travel time
4 min
End point
John Ross Highway
Return: 8 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
4 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
33.7 km/h
Stop-adjusted ETA 0 planned rest stops
4 min
Fuel Service sign
Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km
93 Petrol R26.52 / litre
R4.38
95 Petrol R26.63 / litre
R4.40
Diesel 500ppm R32.30 / litre
R5.33
Diesel 50ppm R32.50 / litre
R5.37
93 Petrol R26.52 / litre
R5.78
95 Petrol R26.63 / litre
R5.80
Diesel 500ppm R32.30 / litre
R7.04
Diesel 50ppm R32.50 / litre
R7.08
93 Petrol R26.52 / litre
R7.60
95 Petrol R26.63 / litre
R7.63
Diesel 500ppm R32.30 / litre
R9.26
Diesel 50ppm R32.50 / litre
R9.32
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🧭 Route vector
Compass bearing
222° SW
Forward azimuth heading
Return heading Reverse azimuth
42° NE
Coordinate delta Lat / Lon shift
South-West
Start coords Origin point
-28.7622, 32.0667
End coords Destination point
-28.7708, 32.0578
Taxi Local commuter
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Long-distance caution
Route class Operational trip category
Local shared
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2.3 km 4 min
Start Richardia Primary School 3900 Kwazulu Natal
Finish Richards Bay
Map key
Start point
Destination
Driving route
Navigation sign

Turn-by-turn directions

↑
  1. Start your journey
    0.1 km
  2. At the end of the road, turn right onto Essenwood Way
    0.1 km
  3. Turn right onto Via Richardia
    0.8 km
  4. Turn left onto Salinga
    0.3 km
  5. Turn left
    0.9 km
  6. At the end of the road, turn right onto John Ross Highway
    0.1 km
  7. You have arrived at your destination
    0.0 km
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Stop Stopover sign
Halfway point
1.2 km
Mid-route position Road corridor partition
50 / 50
Time partition Start / finish split
2 min • 2 min
Waypoint reference Nearest route marker
Mid-route reference
Vec Consumption & emissions
Consumption & emissions profile
0.2 L needed
Low efficiency • 7.2 L/100km baseline
CO2 emitted Estimated tailpipe output
0.4 kg
Fuel mass Approximate tank weight
0.1 kg
Cost per km Based on 95 Petrol
R1.92
Directness index As-the-crow-flies ratio
56.6%
☀ Solar data
Daylight window at Richards Bay
06:23 – 17:12
Active daylight
Solar noonHighest sun position
Total daylightUsable driving light
10 hrs 48 min
Light remainingUntil sunset
1 hr 5 min
SunriseDawn break
06:23
Fin Tax & wear
Wear & SARS deduction
R9.59
Single trip SARS allowance
SARS rate R4.18/km fixed rate
R4.18/km
Tyre wear Estimated tread cost
R0.05
Service wear Oil & filter allocation
R0.46
Total trip wear Excludes fuel & tolls
R10.09
Nav Maneuver index
Navigation complexity
Low (0)
Turn difficulty rating
Roundabouts Multi-path navigation
0
Lane merges Yield required
0
Complex forks Path selection
0
Highway exits Deceleration zones
0
Route atlas

Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

ZA-ATLAS
Origin Richardia Primary School 3900 Kwazulu Natal -28.76215, 32.06673
Midpoint
1.2 km
Total: 2.3 km
Midpoint 1.2 km
2.3 km 4 min
Destination Richards Bay End: John Ross Highway -28.77079, 32.05778

Route sheet

Route class Resolved South Africa route
Province span South Africa
One-way road span 2.3 km
Return-cycle span 4.6 km
Traversal time 4 min
Maneuver count 7
Maneuver density 305.3 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 1.2 km

Coordinate frame

Start -28.76215, 32.06673
Midpoint -28.76126, 32.06071
End -28.77079, 32.05778
Destination services

Available in Richards Bay

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Service groups 5
Schools Clothing stores Fuel stations and garages Supermarkets Shopping malls
Nearby category Schools Top 6 nearby matches around Richards Bay
6
Nearby category Clothing stores Top 2 nearby matches around Richards Bay
2
  • H&M
    3900
  • PEP
    Richards Bay, 3900, KwaZulu-Natal
Nearby category Fuel stations and garages Top 2 nearby matches around Richards Bay
2
Nearby category Supermarkets Top 6 nearby matches around Richards Bay
6
Nearby category Shopping malls Top 1 nearby match around Richards Bay
1
  • Edgars
    Shop 23 Karel Landman Street dundee 3000 Karel Landman Street Dundee, Dundee
Destination brief

Travelling to Richards Bay

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

Signature Subtropical coast and wetlands gateway
Standout Working port city with easy access to nature
Richards Bay mixes port-city function with beaches, wetlands and game reserve access, giving it a practical coastal character rather than a pure resort identity.
Best for Who this destination suits
Business and port travel Subtropical coast stay Wetlands access North coast base
Arrival What to expect on arrival
The wider uMhlathuze area covers more than Richards Bay alone, so travellers should choose the exact suburb, hotel or industrial zone before leaving.
Regional base Good base for nearby trips
Use Richards Bay as a base for coastal work trips, subtropical leisure stays and access to nearby reserves and wetlands.
Destination facts Quick reference details
City of uMhlathuze tourism describes the area as rich in diversity and ideal for nature lovers
The city sits about 180 km north-east of Durban
The wider area combines beaches, wetlands, reserves and cultural attractions
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Questions 8
How far is Richardia Primary School 3900 Kwazulu Natal from Richards Bay? +
Richardia Primary School 3900 Kwazulu Natal is about 2.3 km from Richards Bay by road.
How long does it take from Richardia Primary School 3900 Kwazulu Natal to Richards Bay? +
The drive usually takes about 4 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from Richardia Primary School 3900 Kwazulu Natal to Richards Bay in one day? +
Yes, for many drivers this can be done in one day.
Is taxi available from Richardia Primary School 3900 Kwazulu Natal to Richards Bay? +
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 Richardia Primary School 3900 Kwazulu Natal to Richards Bay? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R4.38 (R26.52 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R4.40 (R26.63 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R5.33 (R32.30 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R5.37 (R32.50 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from Richardia Primary School 3900 Kwazulu Natal to Richards Bay? +
No tollgates are 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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Route Locations

Start area
Richardia Primary School 3900 Kwazulu Natal, KwaZulu-Natal
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available
Destination area
Richards Bay
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available

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