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Distance from Senekal to Scottburgh

Senekal to Scottburgh is a full long-distance road trip, covering about 492.5 km in roughly 5 hrs 48 min.

N Senekal → Scottburgh
Road distance
492.5 km
306.0 mi • 265.9 nmi
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
374.4 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
1.32×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
15
Info Travel board
Travel time
5 hrs 48 min
Return: 11 hrs 37 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
5 hrs 48 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
84.7 km/h
Stop-adjusted ETA 2 planned rest stops
6 hrs 18 min
Fuel Service sign
Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R824.38
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R828.28
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R918.34
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R925.79
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R1,087.72
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R1,092.87
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R1,211.70
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R1,221.53
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R1,431.22
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R1,437.99
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R1,594.34
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R1,607.27
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Wx Destination weather
Today's outlook for Scottburgh
17.8°C
Overcast
Feels like Perceived temperature
14.8°C
Day range High / low
H 23° • L 17°
Rain chance Today's probability
14%
Wind 10m wind speed
14 km/h
Taxi Local commuter
Taxi fare estimate
Check local taxi rank
Long-distance caution
Route class Operational trip category
Local shared
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492.5 km 5 hrs 48 min
Start Senekal
Finish Scottburgh
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Destination
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Turn-by-turn directions

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  1. Start your journey
    0.3 km
  2. Turn left
    71.1 km
  3. Turn right onto Hospital Road
    91.6 km
  4. Merge slight right
    235.4 km
  5. Take the exit ramp slight left towards R603
    1.2 km
  6. Turn left onto Sbu Mkhize Drive
    37.0 km
  7. Continue straight onto Umbumbulu Road
    29.3 km
  8. Take the ramp left
    0.6 km
  9. Merge slight right
    22.2 km
  10. Take the exit ramp slight left towards Dududu
    0.7 km
  11. Turn left onto Dududu Road
    0.9 km
  12. At the end of the road, turn right
    1.4 km
  13. Turn sharp left onto Airth Street
    0.7 km
  14. Turn left
    0.1 km
  15. You have arrived at your destination
    0.0 km
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Tolls on this route

R
Tolls found 12
Known total R701.00
Main toll road Not found
This route includes 12 toll points from our database.
Tugela
Road: Road not linked yet
R100.00
Tugela
Road: Road not linked yet
R100.00
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
Mooi
Road: Road not linked yet
R70.00
Mooi Ramp Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R49.00
Bergville
Road: Road not linked yet
R30.00
Bergville
Road: Road not linked yet
R30.00
Stop Stopover sign
Halfway point
246.3 km
Mid-route position Road corridor partition
50 / 50
Time partition Start / finish split
2 hrs 54 min • 2 hrs 54 min
Waypoint reference Nearest route marker
Mid-route reference
Loc Route geography
Route geography
Senekal → Scottburgh
Start and destination context
Start area Origin
Senekal
Destination area Arrival
Scottburgh
Road span Street reference
— • —
Post Postal reference
Postal reference
— • —
Senekal → Scottburgh
Senekal Origin postcode
Not available
Scottburgh Destination postcode
Not available
Province span Route area
South Africa
Set Nearby route set
Nearby route set
Johannesburg to Polokwane
3 other similar routes
Johannesburg to Polokwane Similar distance
199.4 km
Cape Town to George Similar distance
120.0 km
Pretoria to Nelspruit Similar distance
216.1 km
Rev Related route set
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Scottburgh → Senekal
Senekal ↔ Scottburgh
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Route atlas

Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

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Origin Senekal -28.31694, 27.62250
Midpoint
246.3 km
Total: 492.5 km
Midpoint 246.3 km
492.5 km 5 hrs 48 min
Destination Scottburgh -30.28604, 30.75437

Route sheet

Route class Resolved South Africa route
Province span South Africa
One-way road span 492.5 km
Return-cycle span 984.9 km
Traversal time 5 hrs 48 min
Maneuver count 15
Maneuver density 3.0 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 246.3 km

Coordinate frame

Start -28.31694, 27.62250
Midpoint -28.71660, 29.64673
End -30.28604, 30.75437
Destination services

Available in Scottburgh

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Service groups 3
Schools Fuel stations and garages Supermarkets
Nearby category Schools Top 4 nearby matches around Scottburgh
4
Nearby category Fuel stations and garages Top 1 nearby match around Scottburgh
1
  • Shell
    162 Scott Street, 4180, KwaZulu-Natal
Nearby category Supermarkets Top 3 nearby matches around Scottburgh
3
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Questions 9
How far is Senekal from Scottburgh? +
Senekal is about 492.5 km from Scottburgh by road.
How long does it take from Senekal to Scottburgh? +
The drive usually takes about 5 hrs 48 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from Senekal to Scottburgh in one day? +
Yes, for many drivers this can be done in one day.
Is taxi available from Senekal to Scottburgh? +
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 Senekal to Scottburgh? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R824.38 (R23.25 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R828.28 (R23.36 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R918.34 (R25.90 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R925.79 (R26.11 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from Senekal to Scottburgh? +
Yes. There are 12 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 looks more local or regional, but always check signs and road conditions on the day.
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Towns along the route

: Umumbulu
From Senekal To Scottburgh
Richmond
From Senekal To Scottburgh
Dududu
From Senekal To Scottburgh

Route Locations

Start area
Senekal
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available
Destination area
Scottburgh
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 Similar distance
About 293.1 km Difference: 199.4 km
Cape Town to George Similar distance
About 372.4 km Difference: 120.0 km
Pretoria to Nelspruit Similar distance
About 276.4 km Difference: 216.1 km
Gqeberha to East London Similar distance
About 238.6 km Difference: 253.9 km
East London to Mthatha Similar distance
About 178.6 km Difference: 313.9 km

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