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Distance from Richmond to Mbombela

Richmond to Mbombela is a full long-distance road trip, covering about 1,102.3 km in roughly 11 hrs 50 min.

N Richmond → Mbombela
Road distance
1,102.3 km
685.0 mi • 595.1 nmi
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
953.0 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
1.16×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
18
Info Travel board
Travel time
11 hrs 50 min
Return: 23 hrs 41 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
11 hrs 50 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
93.0 km/h
Stop-adjusted ETA 5 planned rest stops
13 hrs 5 min
Fuel Service sign
Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R1,845.29
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R1,854.02
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R2,055.61
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R2,072.28
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R2,434.75
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R2,446.27
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R2,712.26
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R2,734.25
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R3,203.62
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R3,218.78
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R3,568.76
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R3,597.70
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Fastest drive Direct drive estimate
11 hrs 50 min
Comfort drive Allows a short stop
12 hrs 5 min
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Route class Operational trip category
Local shared
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1,102.3 km 11 hrs 50 min
Start Richmond
Finish Mbombela
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Destination
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Turn-by-turn directions

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  1. Start your journey
    0.1 km
  2. Turn right
    0.2 km
  3. Turn right
    741.6 km
  4. Keep slight left at the fork onto Southern Bypass
    27.2 km
  5. Take the exit ramp slight left towards N3
    0.2 km
  6. Keep slight right at the fork towards N12
    1.5 km
  7. Merge slight right
    1.2 km
  8. Keep slight right at the fork
    121.9 km
  9. Merge slight left
    115.8 km
  10. Take the exit ramp slight left towards R36: Nelspruit
    0.7 km
  11. Continue straight onto Schoemanskloof
    60.5 km
  12. Keep slight left at the fork towards N4
    0.6 km
  13. Merge slight right
    23.0 km
  14. Take the exit ramp slight left towards R40: Mbombela
    1.3 km
  15. Go straight
    6.4 km
  16. Turn right onto Ferreira Street
    0.1 km
  17. Continue make a U-turn onto Ferreira Street
    0.1 km
  18. You have arrived at your destination
    0.0 km
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Tolls on this route

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Tolls found 23
Known total R720.50
Main toll road N4
This route includes 23 toll points from our database. The strongest toll-road match is N4. 8 Gauteng open-road / gantry toll points are shown as R0.00 because GFIP e-toll charging ended from 12 April 2024.
Machado Toll Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R126.00
Grasmere
Road: Road not linked yet
R27.50
e-Toll Gull
Road: Road not linked yet
R0.00
Unnamed e-Toll gantry near -26.187, 28.134
Road: GFIP / Gauteng e-Toll network
R0.00
Grasmere
Road: Road not linked yet
R27.50
Grasmere
Road: Road not linked yet
R27.50
Grasmere
Road: Road not linked yet
R27.50
Unnamed e-Toll gantry near -26.268, 27.950
Road: GFIP / Gauteng e-Toll network
R0.00
Vaal
Road: Road not linked yet
R91.50
Vaal
Road: Road not linked yet
R91.50
e-Toll Bee-Eater
Road: Road not linked yet
R0.00
Verkeerdevlei
Road: Road not linked yet
R78.50
Unnamed e-Toll gantry near -26.222, 28.128
Road: GFIP / Gauteng e-Toll network
R0.00
e-Toll Bee-Eater
Road: Road not linked yet
R0.00
Unnamed e-Toll gantry near -26.267, 28.073
Road: GFIP / Gauteng e-Toll network
R0.00
Middleburg Toll Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R84.00
Middleburg Toll Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R84.00
Grasmere
Road: Road not linked yet
R27.50
Unnamed e-Toll gantry near -26.263, 27.976
Road: GFIP / Gauteng e-Toll network
R0.00
Grasmere
Road: Road not linked yet
R27.50
Unnamed e-Toll gantry near -26.259, 28.115
Road: GFIP / Gauteng e-Toll network
R0.00
Unnamed e-Toll gantry near -26.173, 28.260
Road: GFIP / Gauteng e-Toll network
R0.00
Unnamed e-Toll gantry near -26.167, 28.141
Road: GFIP / Gauteng e-Toll network
R0.00
Stop Stopover sign
Halfway point
551.6 km
Mid-route position Road corridor partition
50 / 50
Time partition Start / finish split
5 hrs 55 min • 5 hrs 55 min
Waypoint reference Nearest route marker
Mid-route reference
Loc Route geography
Route geography
Richmond → Mbombela
Start and destination context
Start area Origin
Richmond
Destination area Arrival
Mbombela
Road span Street reference
— • —
Post Postal reference
Postal reference
— • —
Richmond → Mbombela
Richmond Origin postcode
Not available
Mbombela Destination postcode
Not available
Province span Route area
South Africa
Set Nearby route set
Nearby route set
Cape Town to George
3 other similar routes
Cape Town to George Similar distance
729.9 km
Johannesburg to Polokwane Similar distance
809.3 km
Pretoria to Nelspruit Similar distance
825.9 km
Rev Related route set
Related route set
Mbombela → Richmond
Richmond ↔ Mbombela
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Route atlas

Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

ZA-ATLAS
Origin Richmond -31.41306, 23.94361
Midpoint
551.6 km
Total: 1,102.3 km
Midpoint 551.6 km
1,102.3 km 11 hrs 50 min
Destination Mbombela -25.47291, 30.97727

Route sheet

Route class Resolved South Africa route
Province span South Africa
One-way road span 1,102.3 km
Return-cycle span 2,204.6 km
Traversal time 11 hrs 50 min
Maneuver count 18
Maneuver density 1.6 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 551.6 km

Coordinate frame

Start -31.41306, 23.94361
Midpoint -27.81521, 27.21830
End -25.47291, 30.97727
Destination services

Available in Mbombela

Useful places near your destination, from everyday essentials to local stops that can help you settle in faster when you arrive.

Service groups 5
Schools Clothing stores Fuel stations and garages Supermarkets Shopping malls
Nearby category Schools Top 6 nearby matches around Mbombela
6
Nearby category Clothing stores Top 3 nearby matches around Mbombela
3
  • Edgars
    Edgars, Brown Street, Nelindja, Mbombela Ward 14, Mbombela, Ehlanzeni, Mpumalanga, 1201, South Africa
  • Woolworths
    Wild Fig Street iLanga Mall, Mbombela, 1200
  • Winmar
    9 Rapid Street
Nearby category Fuel stations and garages Top 2 nearby matches around Mbombela
2
Nearby category Supermarkets Top 6 nearby matches around Mbombela
6
Nearby category Shopping malls Top 3 nearby matches around Mbombela
3
Destination brief

Travelling to Mbombela

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

Signature Lowveld gateway
Standout Kruger-side city with strong gateway value
Mbombela is more than a stop on the map: it is the practical urban gateway to the Lowveld, combining city services with direct access to Kruger-bound and escarpment-bound travel.
Best for Who this destination suits
Kruger gateway Lowveld stopover Business trip Regional touring
Arrival What to expect on arrival
The final destination may be the city itself, the N4 corridor, the botanical garden side or a lodge further east. Choosing the exact stop matters.
Regional base Good base for nearby trips
Use Mbombela as a Lowveld base for Kruger access, Mpumalanga touring, road-stop logistics and city services before or after a park leg.
Destination facts Quick reference details
The City of Mbombela calls it the gateway to Kruger National Park
The city is also known for the Lowveld National Botanical Garden and nearby attractions like Sudwala Caves
It works as a service hub as well as a tourist stop
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Questions 9
How far is Richmond from Mbombela? +
Richmond is about 1,102.3 km from Mbombela by road.
How long does it take from Richmond to Mbombela? +
The drive usually takes about 11 hrs 50 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from Richmond to Mbombela 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 Richmond to Mbombela? +
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 Richmond to Mbombela? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R1,845.29 (R23.25 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R1,854.02 (R23.36 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R2,055.61 (R25.90 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R2,072.28 (R26.11 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from Richmond to Mbombela? +
Yes. There are 23 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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Johannesburg
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: Nelspruit
From Richmond To Mbombela
Mashishing
From Richmond To Mbombela
Schoemanskloof
From Richmond To Mbombela
: Mbombela
From Richmond To Mbombela
Barberton
From Richmond To Mbombela

Route Locations

Start area
Richmond
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available
Destination area
Mbombela
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.

Cape Town to George Similar distance
About 372.4 km Difference: 729.9 km
Johannesburg to Polokwane Similar distance
About 293.1 km Difference: 809.3 km
Pretoria to Nelspruit Similar distance
About 276.4 km Difference: 825.9 km
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About 238.6 km Difference: 863.8 km
East London to Mthatha Similar distance
About 178.6 km Difference: 923.8 km

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