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Distance from Scrum to Durban

Scrum to Durban is a solid inter-town journey, covering about 349.5 km in roughly 4 hrs 32 min.

N Scrum → Durban
Road distance
349.5 km
M13 N11 N3
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
238.3 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
1.47×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
28
Info Travel board
Travel time
4 hrs 32 min
End point
the fork onto Che Guevara Road
Return: 9 hrs 4 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
272 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
77.1 km/h
Stop-adjusted ETA 2 planned rest stops
5 hrs 2 min
Fuel Service sign
Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km
93 Petrol R26.52 / litre
R667.38
95 Petrol R26.63 / litre
R670.14
Diesel 500ppm R32.30 / litre
R812.83
Diesel 50ppm R32.50 / litre
R817.86
93 Petrol R26.52 / litre
R880.56
95 Petrol R26.63 / litre
R884.22
Diesel 500ppm R32.30 / litre
R1,072.48
Diesel 50ppm R32.50 / litre
R1,079.12
93 Petrol R26.52 / litre
R1,158.64
95 Petrol R26.63 / litre
R1,163.44
Diesel 500ppm R32.30 / litre
R1,411.16
Diesel 50ppm R32.50 / litre
R1,419.90
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🧭 Route vector
Compass bearing
161° SSE
Forward azimuth heading
Return heading Reverse azimuth
341° NNW
Coordinate delta Lat / Lon shift
South-West
Start coords Origin point
-27.8336, 30.2201
End coords Destination point
-29.8618, 31.0099
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Route class Operational trip category
Local shared
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349.5 km 272 min
Start Scrum
Finish Durban
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Destination
Driving route
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Turn-by-turn directions

↑
  1. Start your journey
    0.3 km
  2. Turn sharp left
    0.2 km
  3. Turn sharp right
    2.4 km
  4. Turn left
    1.4 km
  5. Continue straight
    1.5 km
  6. Turn slight left
    0.3 km
  7. Turn slight left
    1.0 km
  8. At the end of the road, turn right
    19.7 km
  9. At the end of the road, turn right
    1.9 km
  10. Continue straight onto Church Street
    0.4 km
  11. Turn left onto Newcastle Road
    0.3 km
  12. Continue straight onto Main Street
    8.9 km
  13. Take the ramp straight towards N11: Ladysmith
    0.3 km
  14. Merge slight right
    70.1 km
  15. Turn left
    2.6 km
  16. Turn right
    12.4 km
  17. Take the exit ramp left towards N3: Pietermaritzburg
    0.9 km
  18. Merge slight right
    193.0 km
  19. Keep slight right at the fork towards N3: Durban
    9.3 km
  20. Keep slight left at the fork
    20.3 km
  21. Take the exit ramp slight left towards M13: Berea
    0.3 km
  22. Go straight onto King Dinuzulu Road
    0.9 km
  23. Turn right onto Botanic Gardens Road
    0.1 km
  24. Continue straight onto Cleaver Road
    0.2 km
  25. Turn left onto Che Guevara Road
    0.8 km
  26. Turn left onto Magwaza Maphalala Street
    0.1 km
  27. Keep slight right at the fork onto Che Guevara Road
    0.2 km
  28. You have arrived at your destination
    0.0 km
Navigation sign

Tolls on this route

R
Tolls found 14
Known total R567.00
Main toll road N3
This route includes 14 toll points from our database. The strongest toll-road match is N3.
Bergville
Road: Road not linked yet
R30.00
Mariannhill Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R16.50
Mariannhill Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R16.50
Mariannhill Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R16.50
Mariannhill Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R16.50
Bergville
Road: Road not linked yet
R30.00
Mooi
Road: Road not linked yet
R70.00
Mooi Ramp Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R49.00
Treverton Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R21.00
Treverton Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R21.00
Mooi Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R70.00
Mooi Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R70.00
Mooi Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R70.00
Mooi Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R70.00
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Stop Stopover sign
Halfway point
174.9 km
Mid-route position Road corridor partition
50 / 50
Time partition Start / finish split
2 hrs 16 min • 2 hrs 16 min
Waypoint reference Nearest route marker
Mid-route reference
Vec Consumption & emissions
Consumption & emissions profile
25.2 L needed
Low efficiency • 7.2 L/100km baseline
CO2 emitted Estimated tailpipe output
58.1 kg
Fuel mass Approximate tank weight
18.9 kg
Cost per km Based on 95 Petrol
R1.92
Directness index As-the-crow-flies ratio
68.2%
☀ Solar data
Daylight window at Durban
06:29 – 17:14
Outside daylight hours
Solar noonHighest sun position
Total daylightUsable driving light
10 hrs 45 min
Light remainingUntil sunset
Expired
SunriseDawn break
06:29
Fin Tax & wear
Wear & SARS deduction
R1,460.97
Single trip SARS allowance
SARS rate R4.18/km fixed rate
R4.18/km
Tyre wear Estimated tread cost
R6.99
Service wear Oil & filter allocation
R69.90
Total trip wear Excludes fuel & tolls
R1,537.86
Nav Maneuver index
Navigation complexity
Moderate (12)
Turn difficulty rating
Roundabouts Multi-path navigation
0
Lane merges Yield required
2
Complex forks Path selection
3
Highway exits Deceleration zones
2
Route atlas

Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

ZA-ATLAS
Origin Scrum -27.83360, 30.22008
Midpoint
174.9 km
Total: 349.5 km
Midpoint 174.9 km
349.5 km 272 min
Destination Durban End: the fork onto Che Guevara Road -29.86183, 31.00991

Route sheet

Route class Resolved South Africa route
Province span South Africa
One-way road span 349.5 km
Return-cycle span 699 km
Traversal time 272 min
Maneuver count 28
Maneuver density 8.0 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 174.9 km

Coordinate frame

Start -27.83360, 30.22008
Midpoint -28.99574, 29.81297
End -29.86183, 31.00991
Destination services

Available in Durban

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 Durban
6
Nearby category Clothing stores Top 5 nearby matches around Durban
5
  • Mr Price
    380 Doctor Pixley Kaseme Street, Durban, 4001
  • Woolworths
    344 Doctor Pixley Kaseme Street, Durban, 4001
  • PEP
    55 Gillespie Street, Durban, 4001, KwaZulu-Natal
  • PEP
    430 Peter Mokaba Ridge Road, Durban, 4001, KwaZulu-Natal
  • Minty's
    542 Peter Mokaba Ridge, Durban, 4001
Nearby category Banks Top 3 nearby matches around Durban
3
Nearby category Fuel stations and garages Top 6 nearby matches around Durban
6
Nearby category Supermarkets Top 6 nearby matches around Durban
6
Nearby category Shopping malls Top 2 nearby matches around Durban
2
Destination brief

Travelling to Durban

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

Signature Warm coast metro
Standout Beachfront city with year-round coastal pull
Best for Who this destination suits
Beach break Family travel Events trip Business travel
Arrival What to expect on arrival
The beachfront, central Durban, uMhlanga side and wider metro arrivals do not behave the same way. Route planning works best with the final district named clearly.
Local pulse
Durban Tourism is actively promoting current travel deals, events and city adventures, so timing can add real value to a Durban-bound trip.
Updated: 2026-04-08 · Source: Durban Tourism
Regional base Good base for nearby trips
Use Durban as a coastal base for beaches, family trips, business events and onward drives into the North Coast, South Coast and Midlands.
Destination facts Quick reference details
Durban Tourism actively promotes deals, events and travel planning
The city combines leisure and event travel
The wider metro is more spread out than a single-city label suggests
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Questions 9
How far is Scrum from Durban? +
Scrum is about 349.5 km from Durban by road.
How long does it take from Scrum to Durban? +
The drive usually takes about 272 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from Scrum to Durban in one day? +
Yes, for many drivers this can be done in one day.
Is taxi available from Scrum to Durban? +
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 Scrum to Durban? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R667.38 (R26.52 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R670.14 (R26.63 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R812.83 (R32.30 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R817.86 (R32.50 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from Scrum to Durban? +
Yes. There are 14 tollgates 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 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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Start area
Scrum
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available
Destination area
Durban
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Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available

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