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Distance from Scottburgh to Underberg

Scottburgh to Underberg is a solid inter-town journey, covering about 179.0 km in roughly 2 hrs 50 min.

N Scottburgh → Underberg
Road distance
179.0 km
111.2 mi • 96.6 nmi
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
133.2 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
1.34×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
8
Info Travel board
Travel time
2 hrs 50 min
Return: 5 hrs 41 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
2 hrs 50 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
62.9 km/h
Stop-adjusted ETA 1 planned rest stop
3 hrs 5 min
Fuel Service sign
Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R299.63
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R301.05
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R333.79
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R336.49
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R395.35
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R397.22
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R440.41
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R443.98
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R520.20
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R522.66
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R579.49
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R584.19
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Fastest drive Direct drive estimate
2 hrs 50 min
Comfort drive Allows a short stop
3 hrs 5 min
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Route class Operational trip category
Local shared
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179.0 km 2 hrs 50 min
Start Scottburgh
Finish Underberg
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Turn-by-turn directions

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  1. Head south
    0.1 km
  2. Turn right onto Airth Street
    0.7 km
  3. Turn left onto R102
    4.1 km
  4. Turn right onto R612
    141.3 km
  5. Turn left onto R617
    32.7 km
  6. Turn right onto Sani Road, P126
    0.2 km
  7. Turn left
    0.1 km
  8. Arrive at your destination, on the right
    0.0 km
Stop Stopover sign
Halfway point
89.5 km
Mid-route position Road corridor partition
50 / 50
Time partition Start / finish split
1 hr 25 min • 1 hr 25 min
Waypoint reference Nearest route marker
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Loc Route geography
Route geography
Scottburgh → Underberg
Start and destination context
Start area Origin
Scottburgh
Destination area Arrival
Underberg
Road span Street reference
— • —
Post Postal reference
Postal reference
— • —
Scottburgh → Underberg
Scottburgh Origin postcode
Not available
Underberg Destination postcode
Not available
Province span Route area
South Africa
Set Nearby route set
Nearby route set
Durban to Richards Bay
3 other similar routes
Durban to Richards Bay Similar distance
23.8 km
East London to Mthatha Similar distance
0.4 km
Durban to Port Shepstone Similar distance
66.8 km
Rev Related route set
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Underberg → Scottburgh
Scottburgh ↔ Underberg
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Route atlas

Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

ZA-ATLAS
Origin Scottburgh -30.28604, 30.75437
Midpoint
89.5 km
Total: 179.0 km
Midpoint 89.5 km
179.0 km 2 hrs 50 min
Destination Underberg -29.79196, 29.49415

Route sheet

Route class Resolved South Africa route
Province span South Africa
One-way road span 179.0 km
Return-cycle span 358.0 km
Traversal time 2 hrs 50 min
Maneuver count 8
Maneuver density 4.5 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 89.5 km

Coordinate frame

Start -30.28604, 30.75437
Midpoint -30.16678, 30.09369
End -29.79196, 29.49415
Destination services

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Service groups 1
Schools
Nearby category Schools Top 1 nearby match around Underberg
1
Destination brief

Travelling to Underberg

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

Signature Sani Pass foothills base
Standout Foothills town for mountain country travel
Underberg works best as a practical and scenic base for the southern Drakensberg, especially for travellers heading into farm country, mountain activities or Sani Pass-side touring.
Best for Who this destination suits
Southern Berg base Sani Pass access Outdoor travel Country stay
Arrival What to expect on arrival
This is a functional base as much as a scenic one, so the exact lodge, farm stay or activity start point matters more than routing only to the town name.
Regional base Good base for nearby trips
Use Underberg for southern Drakensberg access, Sani Pass planning, mountain activity days and quieter country accommodation.
Destination facts Quick reference details
Underberg attractions and tourism material emphasise hiking, fishing, birding and mountain activity
The Southern Drakensberg tourism organisation is based in Underberg
The town is closely tied to Sani Pass travel planning
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Questions 8
How far is Scottburgh from Underberg? +
Scottburgh is about 179.0 km from Underberg by road.
How long does it take from Scottburgh to Underberg? +
The drive usually takes about 2 hrs 50 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from Scottburgh to Underberg in one day? +
Yes, for many drivers this can be done in one day.
Is taxi available from Scottburgh to Underberg? +
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 Scottburgh to Underberg? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R299.63 (R23.25 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R301.05 (R23.36 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R333.79 (R25.90 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R336.49 (R26.11 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from Scottburgh to Underberg? +
No tollgates are currently matched for this route.
What is the route verdict for this trip? +
Long same-day trip: This can work in one day, but a rest stop and early departure are recommended.
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 looks more local or regional, but always check signs and road conditions on the day.
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Route Locations

Start area
Scottburgh
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available
Destination area
Underberg
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.

Durban to Richards Bay Similar distance
About 155.2 km Difference: 23.8 km
East London to Mthatha Similar distance
About 178.6 km Difference: 0.4 km
Durban to Port Shepstone Similar distance
About 112.2 km Difference: 66.8 km
Mbombela to Middelburg Similar distance
About 154.5 km Difference: 24.5 km
Bloemfontein to Welkom Similar distance
About 135.4 km Difference: 43.6 km

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