South Africa route platform Distance24 Road distance, travel time and route planning across South Africa.
Donate

Distance from Ruby Gailey to Heidelbergweg

N Ruby Gailey → Heidelbergweg
Road distance
344.8 km
N3 R23
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
294.3 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
1.17×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
13
Info Travel board
Travel time
4 hrs 11 min
Start point
Ruby Gailey
End point
Heidelberg Road
Return: 22 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
251 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
82.3 km/h
Stop-adjusted ETA 2 planned rest stops
4 hrs 41 min
Fuel Service sign
Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km
93 Petrol R26.52 / litre
R658.46
95 Petrol R26.63 / litre
R661.19
Diesel 500ppm R32.30 / litre
R801.97
Diesel 50ppm R32.50 / litre
R806.93
93 Petrol R26.52 / litre
R868.80
95 Petrol R26.63 / litre
R872.40
Diesel 500ppm R32.30 / litre
R1,058.15
Diesel 50ppm R32.50 / litre
R1,064.70
93 Petrol R26.52 / litre
R1,143.15
95 Petrol R26.63 / litre
R1,147.89
Diesel 500ppm R32.30 / litre
R1,392.30
Diesel 50ppm R32.50 / litre
R1,400.92
See more fuel details from Ruby Gailey to Heidelbergweg
🧭 Route vector
Compass bearing
331° NNW
Forward azimuth heading
Return heading Reverse azimuth
151° SSE
Coordinate delta Lat / Lon shift
North-East
Start coords Origin point
-28.5362, 29.7705
End coords Destination point
-26.2236, 28.3196
Taxi Local commuter
Taxi fare estimate
Check local taxi rank
Long-distance caution
Route class Operational trip category
Local shared
Calculating arrival…
Ruby Gailey to Heidelbergweg is a solid inter-town journey, covering about 344.8 km in roughly 4 hrs 11 min. It also crosses a provincial boundary.
Travel modes
Ruby Gailey → Heidelbergweg
🚗
Car
344.8 km
4 hrs 11 min
Road route
🏍️ Estimate
Two-wheeler
344.8 km
~5 hrs 18 min
65 km/h avg
🧭 Google
Navigate now
Heidelbergweg
Opens in new tab
✈ Estimate
Flight
345 km
↑ 1 hr 30 min faster
Flight time
41 min
With airport
~2 hrs 41 min
Estimated. Includes ~2h airport procedures. Check actual schedules for Ruby Gailey to Heidelbergweg.
Search flights
Accommodation

Where to stay near Heidelbergweg

Road-trip friendly stays matched to this destination and corridor, with photos, price positioning and quick property links.

No accommodation listings have been added for this route yet.

Suggest accommodation
Route

Route overview

Live map, directions, tolls and route services.

Map Directions Tolls Trip planning
Route map

Live map

Start, destination and route line.

344.8 km 4 hrs 11 min
Start Ruby Gailey
Finish Heidelbergweg
Map key
Start point
Destination
Driving route
Navigation sign

Turn-by-turn directions

↑
  1. Head on Ruby Gailey
    1.5 km
  2. Turn left onto Cochrane Road
    0.8 km
  3. At the end of the road, turn right onto Egerton Road
    0.7 km
  4. Turn right
    4.8 km
  5. Turn left
    2.6 km
  6. Turn right
    12.6 km
  7. Take the exit ramp right towards N3: Harrismith
    0.9 km
  8. Merge slight right
    17.3 km
  9. Continue straight
    251.4 km
  10. Keep slight right at the fork
    23.8 km
  11. Take the exit ramp slight left towards R23: Heidelberg
    0.6 km
  12. Turn left onto Heidelberg Road
    28.0 km
  13. You have arrived at your destination
    0.0 km
Navigation sign

Tolls on this route

R
Tolls found 14
Known total R935.00
Main toll road N3
This route includes 14 toll points from our database. The strongest toll-road match is N3.
Tugela
Road: Road not linked yet
R100.00
Tugela
Road: Road not linked yet
R100.00
Bergville
Road: Road not linked yet
R30.00
Wilge
Road: 169
R94.00
Wilge
Road: Road not linked yet
R94.00
Wilge
Road: Road not linked yet
R94.00
Wilge
Road: Road not linked yet
R94.00
Bergville
Road: Road not linked yet
R30.00
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
De Hoek
Road: Road not linked yet
R67.00
Dalpark
Road: Road not linked yet
R15.50
Dalpark
Road: Road not linked yet
R15.50
Routes ↩ Heidelbergweg → Ruby Gailey Ruby Gailey to Johannesburg Ruby Gailey to Pretoria Ruby Gailey to Cape Town Ruby Gailey to Durban Johannesburg to Heidelbergweg Pretoria to Heidelbergweg Cape Town to Heidelbergweg
Stop Stopover sign
Halfway point
172.8 km
KwaZulu-Natal to Gauteng
Mid-route position Road corridor partition
50 / 50
Time partition Start / finish split
2 hrs 5 min • 2 hrs 5 min
Waypoint reference Nearest route marker
KwaZulu-Natal to Gauteng
Vec Consumption & emissions
Consumption & emissions profile
24.8 L needed
Highly direct • 7.2 L/100km baseline
CO2 emitted Estimated tailpipe output
57.4 kg
Fuel mass Approximate tank weight
18.6 kg
Cost per km Based on 95 Petrol
R1.92
Directness index As-the-crow-flies ratio
85.4%
☀ Solar data
Daylight window at Heidelbergweg
06:35 – 17:30
Outside daylight hours
Solar noonHighest sun position
Total daylightUsable driving light
10 hrs 54 min
Light remainingUntil sunset
Expired
SunriseDawn break
06:35
Fin Tax & wear
Wear & SARS deduction
R1,441.44
Single trip SARS allowance
SARS rate R4.18/km fixed rate
R4.18/km
Tyre wear Estimated tread cost
R6.90
Service wear Oil & filter allocation
R68.97
Total trip wear Excludes fuel & tolls
R1,517.31
Nav Maneuver index
Navigation complexity
Moderate (6)
Turn difficulty rating
Roundabouts Multi-path navigation
0
Lane merges Yield required
1
Complex forks Path selection
1
Highway exits Deceleration zones
2
Route atlas

Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

ZA-ATLAS
Origin Ruby Gailey Start: Ruby Gailey -28.53618, 29.77053
Midpoint
172.8 km
Total: 344.8 km
Midpoint 172.8 km
344.8 km 4 hrs 11 min
Destination Heidelbergweg End: Heidelberg Road -26.22363, 28.31964

Route sheet

Route class Interprovincial corridor
Province span KwaZulu-Natal to Gauteng
One-way road span 344.8 km
Return-cycle span 689.7 km
Traversal time 4 hrs 11 min
Maneuver count 13
Maneuver density 3.8 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 172.8 km

Coordinate frame

Start -28.53618, 29.77053
Midpoint -27.63677, 28.88400
End -26.22363, 28.31964
Destination services

Available in Heidelbergweg

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

Service groups 6
Schools Clothing stores Banks Fuel stations and garages Supermarkets Shopping malls
Nearby category Schools Top 6 nearby matches around Heidelbergweg
6
Nearby category Clothing stores Top 2 nearby matches around Heidelbergweg
2
  • Woolworths
    Benoni, 1501
  • PEP
    Pretoria Road, Johannesburg, 1501, Gauteng
Nearby category Banks Top 4 nearby matches around Heidelbergweg
4
Nearby category Fuel stations and garages Top 5 nearby matches around Heidelbergweg
5
Nearby category Supermarkets Top 6 nearby matches around Heidelbergweg
6
Nearby category Shopping malls Top 1 nearby match around Heidelbergweg
1
  • Edgars
    Tom Jones Street, Benoni, 1500
Route support

Route FAQ

Tap a question to expand the answer and keep the section compact while browsing the route page.

Questions 9
How far is Ruby Gailey from Heidelbergweg? +
Ruby Gailey is about 344.8 km from Heidelbergweg by road.
How long does it take from Ruby Gailey to Heidelbergweg? +
The drive usually takes about 4 hrs 11 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from Ruby Gailey to Heidelbergweg in one day? +
Yes, for many drivers this can be done in one day.
Is taxi available from Ruby Gailey to Heidelbergweg? +
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 Ruby Gailey to Heidelbergweg? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R658.46 (R26.52 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R661.19 (R26.63 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R801.97 (R32.30 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R806.93 (R32.50 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from Ruby Gailey to Heidelbergweg? +
Yes. There are 14 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. This route crosses a provincial boundary. National roads appear in this route, so watch for toll signs and busier sections.
Editorial

From the editorial desk

Fresh route reads, destination ideas and planning guides from the Distance24 editorial blog.

Open blog
Route support

Something wrong?

Report wrong directions, map issues, spelling mistakes, toll problems or anything else on this route for admin review.

Distance Directions Map Tolls Place issue Spelling
Your report is sent together with the current route page and route names so it is easier to review and fix.

Towns along the route

: Harrismith
From Ruby Gailey To Heidelbergweg
: Heidelberg
From Ruby Gailey To Heidelbergweg
Benoni
From Ruby Gailey To Heidelbergweg

Route Locations

Start area
Ruby Gailey, KwaZulu-Natal
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available
Destination area
Heidelbergweg, Gauteng
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.

Johannesburg to Polokwane Overlapping province
About 293.1 km Difference: 51.8 km
Pretoria to Nelspruit Overlapping province
About 276.4 km Difference: 68.4 km
Cape Town to George Similar distance
About 372.4 km Difference: 27.6 km
Durban to Richards Bay Overlapping province
About 155.2 km Difference: 189.7 km
Gqeberha to East London Similar distance
About 238.6 km Difference: 106.3 km

Reverse route and related trips

View distance from Heidelbergweg to Ruby Gailey

Ruby Gailey to Johannesburg Ruby Gailey to Pretoria Ruby Gailey to Cape Town Ruby Gailey to Durban Johannesburg to Heidelbergweg Pretoria to Heidelbergweg Cape Town to Heidelbergweg Durban to Heidelbergweg

Legal and trust information

Access pages for Distance24.co.za and Fuel Prices, including privacy, terms, disclaimers, contact details and editorial standards.

Open Trust Centre
Privacy Policy Data, cookies and privacy requests → Terms of Use Rules, responsibilities and usage terms → Disclaimer Important estimate and route limitations → Contact Support, privacy, editorial and ads →
Trust Centre About Privacy Policy Terms of Use Disclaimer PAIA Manual Contact Advertising Disclosure Editorial Policy Cookies Corrections

© 2026 Distance24.co.za. All rights reserved.

Distance24.co.za combines Leaflet, OpenStreetMap, Nominatim, Geoapify, OSRM, OpenRouteService and Open-Meteo to power map display, place search, route planning, distance calculations and weather information.