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

Distance from Ruby Gailey to Ladysmith

N Ruby Gailey → Ladysmith
Road distance
3.8 km
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
2.8 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
1.37×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
6
Info Travel board
Travel time
5 min
Start point
Ruby Gailey
Return: 11 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
5 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
39.4 km/h
Stop-adjusted ETA 0 planned rest stops
5 min
Fuel Service sign
Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km
93 Petrol R26.52 / litre
R7.21
95 Petrol R26.63 / litre
R7.24
Diesel 500ppm R32.30 / litre
R8.79
Diesel 50ppm R32.50 / litre
R8.84
93 Petrol R26.52 / litre
R9.52
95 Petrol R26.63 / litre
R9.56
Diesel 500ppm R32.30 / litre
R11.59
Diesel 50ppm R32.50 / litre
R11.67
93 Petrol R26.52 / litre
R12.52
95 Petrol R26.63 / litre
R12.58
Diesel 500ppm R32.30 / litre
R15.25
Diesel 50ppm R32.50 / litre
R15.35
See more fuel details from Ruby Gailey to Ladysmith
🧭 Route vector
Compass bearing
155° SSE
Forward azimuth heading
Return heading Reverse azimuth
335° NNW
Coordinate delta Lat / Lon shift
South-West
Start coords Origin point
-28.5362, 29.7705
End coords Destination point
-28.5587, 29.7825
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 Ladysmith is a short everyday drive, covering about 3.8 km in roughly 5 min.
Travel modes
Ruby Gailey → Ladysmith
🚗
Car
3.8 km
5 min
Road route
🏍️ Estimate
Two-wheeler
3.8 km
~5 min
43 km/h avg
🚶
Walking
3.8 km
45 min
5 km/h average
🧭 Google
Navigate now
Ladysmith
Opens in new tab
Accommodation

Where to stay near Ladysmith

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.

3.8 km 5 min
Start Ruby Gailey
Finish Ladysmith
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
    0.7 km
  5. Turn right
    0.1 km
  6. You have arrived at your destination
    0.0 km
Routes ↩ Ladysmith → Ruby Gailey Ruby Gailey to Johannesburg Ruby Gailey to Pretoria Ruby Gailey to Cape Town Ruby Gailey to Durban Johannesburg to Ladysmith Pretoria to Ladysmith Cape Town to Ladysmith
Stop Stopover sign
Halfway point
1.9 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
0.3 L needed
Moderate efficiency • 7.2 L/100km baseline
CO2 emitted Estimated tailpipe output
0.6 kg
Fuel mass Approximate tank weight
0.2 kg
Cost per km Based on 95 Petrol
R1.92
Directness index As-the-crow-flies ratio
73.2%
☀ Solar data
Daylight window at Ladysmith
06:33 – 17:20
Outside daylight hours
Solar noonHighest sun position
Total daylightUsable driving light
10 hrs 46 min
Light remainingUntil sunset
Expired
SunriseDawn break
06:33
Fin Tax & wear
Wear & SARS deduction
R15.79
Single trip SARS allowance
SARS rate R4.18/km fixed rate
R4.18/km
Tyre wear Estimated tread cost
R0.08
Service wear Oil & filter allocation
R0.76
Total trip wear Excludes fuel & tolls
R16.62
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 Ruby Gailey Start: Ruby Gailey -28.53618, 29.77053
Midpoint
1.9 km
Total: 3.8 km
Midpoint 1.9 km
3.8 km 5 min
Destination Ladysmith -28.55873, 29.78250

Route sheet

Route class Resolved South Africa route
Province span South Africa
One-way road span 3.8 km
Return-cycle span 7.6 km
Traversal time 5 min
Maneuver count 6
Maneuver density 158.8 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 1.9 km

Coordinate frame

Start -28.53618, 29.77053
Midpoint -28.54706, 29.77973
End -28.55873, 29.78250
Destination services

Available in Ladysmith

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 Banks Fuel stations and garages Supermarkets
Nearby category Schools Top 6 nearby matches around Ladysmith
6
Nearby category Clothing stores Top 1 nearby match around Ladysmith
1
  • PEP
    Keate Street, Ladysmith, 3370, KwaZulu-Natal
Nearby category Banks Top 1 nearby match around Ladysmith
1
  • ABSA
    Murchison Street
Nearby category Fuel stations and garages Top 3 nearby matches around Ladysmith
3
  • Shell Select
    3370, KwaZulu-Natal
  • Shell
    87 Murchinson Street, Ladysmith, 3370, KwaZulu-Natal
  • Shell
    52 Newcastle Road, Ladysmith, 3370, KwaZulu-Natal
Nearby category Supermarkets Top 4 nearby matches around Ladysmith
4
  • Shoprite
    Ladysmith, 3370, KwaZulu-Natal
  • Boxer
    Ladysmith, 3370, KwaZulu-Natal
  • Pick n Pay
    Ladysmith, 3370, KwaZulu-Natal
  • Quickshop
    11 Murchison Street, Ladysmith
Destination brief

Travelling to Ladysmith

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

Standout Why Ladysmith stands out
Ladysmith works as a central KZN inland stop with a historic and corridor character, so balances destination and stopover use.
Arrival What to expect on arrival
Ladysmith arrival quality improves when the route is planned as either a stopover or a true final stay, not both vaguely at once.
Regional base Good base for nearby trips
Best for Ladysmith stays, meetings and longer KZN inland stop planning.
Route support

Route FAQ

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

Questions 8
How far is Ruby Gailey from Ladysmith? +
Ruby Gailey is about 3.8 km from Ladysmith by road.
How long does it take from Ruby Gailey to Ladysmith? +
The drive usually takes about 5 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from Ruby Gailey to Ladysmith in one day? +
Yes, for many drivers this can be done in one day.
Is taxi available from Ruby Gailey to Ladysmith? +
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 Ladysmith? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R7.21 (R26.52 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R7.24 (R26.63 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R8.79 (R32.30 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R8.84 (R32.50 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from Ruby Gailey to Ladysmith? +
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.
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.

Route Locations

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

Pietermaritzburg to Howick Overlapping province
About 19.8 km Difference: 16.1 km
Durban to Ballito Overlapping province
About 40.1 km Difference: 36.4 km
Pretoria to Centurion Similar distance
About 13.2 km Difference: 9.5 km
Johannesburg to Soweto Similar distance
About 19.9 km Difference: 16.1 km
Durban to Pietermaritzburg Overlapping province
About 68.3 km Difference: 64.6 km

Reverse route and related trips

View distance from Ladysmith to Ruby Gailey

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

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.