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Distance from Shell 9750 Eastern Cape to Pietermaritzburg

Shell 9750 Eastern Cape to Pietermaritzburg is a full long-distance road trip, covering about 763.2 km in roughly 8 hrs 40 min.

N Shell 9750 Eastern Cape → Pietermaritzburg
Road distance
763.2 km
N5
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
373.2 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
2.04×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
21
Info Travel board
Travel time
8 hrs 40 min
End point
Pietermaritz Street
Return: 20 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
520 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
88.0 km/h
Stop-adjusted ETA 4 planned rest stops
9 hrs 40 min
Fuel Service sign
Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R1,277.54
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R1,283.58
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R1,423.15
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R1,434.69
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R1,685.64
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R1,693.61
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R1,877.76
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R1,892.99
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R2,217.94
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R2,228.44
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R2,470.74
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R2,490.78
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🧭 Route vector
Compass bearing
72° ENE
Forward azimuth heading
Return heading Reverse azimuth
252° WSW
Coordinate delta Lat / Lon shift
North-East
Start coords Origin point
-30.6871, 26.7066
End coords Destination point
-29.6000, 30.3789
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Route class Operational trip category
Local shared
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763.2 km 8 hrs 40 min
Start Shell 9750 Eastern Cape
Finish Pietermaritzburg
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Driving route
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Turn-by-turn directions

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  1. Start your journey
    0.0 km
  2. Turn left onto Barkly Street
    0.0 km
  3. Continue make a U-turn onto Barkly Street
    71.8 km
  4. Continue right onto Rascher Street
    122.0 km
  5. Turn left
    2.6 km
  6. Take the exit ramp right towards Kroonstad
    0.5 km
  7. Merge slight right onto Western Bypass
    120.2 km
  8. Take the exit ramp slight left towards N5
    0.6 km
  9. Turn right
    66.5 km
  10. Continue straight
    71.4 km
  11. Turn right onto Hospital Road
    91.6 km
  12. Merge slight right
    211.0 km
  13. Take the exit ramp slight left
    0.7 km
  14. Turn right onto Peter Brown Drive
    0.4 km
  15. At the roundabout, take the 2nd exit onto Howick Road
    0.1 km
  16. Continue onto Howick Road
    2.8 km
  17. Continue straight onto Chief Albert Luthuli Road
    0.8 km
  18. Turn left onto Prince Edward Street
    0.2 km
  19. Turn left onto Otto Street
    0.1 km
  20. Turn left onto Pietermaritz Street
    0.0 km
  21. You have arrived at your destination
    0.0 km
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Tolls on this route

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Tolls found 13
Known total R779.50
Main toll road Not found
This route includes 13 toll points from our database.
Verkeerdevlei
Road: Road not linked yet
R78.50
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
Routes ↩ Pietermaritzburg → Shell 9750 Eastern Cape Shell 9750 Eastern Cape to Johannesburg Shell 9750 Eastern Cape to Pretoria Shell 9750 Eastern Cape to Cape Town Shell 9750 Eastern Cape to Durban Johannesburg to Pietermaritzburg Pretoria to Pietermaritzburg Cape Town to Pietermaritzburg
Stop Stopover sign
Halfway point
381.8 km
Mid-route position Road corridor partition
50 / 50
Time partition Start / finish split
4 hrs 20 min • 4 hrs 20 min
Waypoint reference Nearest route marker
Mid-route reference
Vec Consumption & emissions
Consumption & emissions profile
54.9 L needed
Indirect routing • 7.2 L/100km baseline
CO2 emitted Estimated tailpipe output
126.9 kg
Fuel mass Approximate tank weight
41.2 kg
Cost per km Based on 95 Petrol
R1.68
Directness index As-the-crow-flies ratio
48.9%
☀ Solar data
Daylight window at Pietermaritzburg
06:27 – 17:23
Outside daylight hours
Solar noonHighest sun position
Total daylightUsable driving light
10 hrs 55 min
Light remainingUntil sunset
15 hrs 11 min
SunriseDawn break
06:27
Fin Tax & wear
Wear & SARS deduction
R3,190.02
Single trip SARS allowance
SARS rate R4.18/km fixed rate
R4.18/km
Tyre wear Estimated tread cost
R15.26
Service wear Oil & filter allocation
R152.63
Total trip wear Excludes fuel & tolls
R3,357.92
Nav Maneuver index
Navigation complexity
High (17)
Turn difficulty rating
Roundabouts Multi-path navigation
1
Lane merges Yield required
2
Complex forks Path selection
0
Highway exits Deceleration zones
4
Route atlas

Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

ZA-ATLAS
Origin Shell 9750 Eastern Cape -30.68710, 26.70661
Midpoint
381.8 km
Total: 763.2 km
Midpoint 381.8 km
763.2 km 8 hrs 40 min
Destination Pietermaritzburg End: Pietermaritz Street -29.60000, 30.37889

Route sheet

Route class Resolved South Africa route
Province span South Africa
One-way road span 763.2 km
Return-cycle span 1,526.3 km
Traversal time 8 hrs 40 min
Maneuver count 21
Maneuver density 2.8 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 381.8 km

Coordinate frame

Start -30.68710, 26.70661
Midpoint -28.33521, 27.60019
End -29.60000, 30.37889
Destination services

Available in Pietermaritzburg

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Service groups 5
Schools Banks Fuel stations and garages Supermarkets Shopping malls
Nearby category Schools Top 6 nearby matches around Pietermaritzburg
6
Nearby category Banks Top 2 nearby matches around Pietermaritzburg
2
Nearby category Fuel stations and garages Top 5 nearby matches around Pietermaritzburg
5
Nearby category Supermarkets Top 6 nearby matches around Pietermaritzburg
6
  • Bonjour
    75 Chief Albert Luthuli Street, Pietermaritzburg, 3201
  • Pick'n'Pay
    121 Church Street, 3201
  • Shoprite
    Pietermaritzburg, 3201, KwaZulu-Natal
  • Quickshop
    27 Chief Albert Luthuli Street, Pietermaritzburg
  • Parklane Superspar
    18 Chief Albert Luthuli Road
  • Pick n Pay
    151 Victoria Road, Pietermaritzburg, 3200, KwaZulu-Natal
Nearby category Shopping malls Top 3 nearby matches around Pietermaritzburg
3
Destination brief

Travelling to Pietermaritzburg

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

Signature KZN capital city
Standout Capital city with heritage and Midlands access
Pietermaritzburg has more weight than a routine inland stop because it combines provincial-capital status with heritage, sport and quick access to the Midlands side of KwaZulu-Natal.
Best for Who this destination suits
Capital city stay Midlands gateway Business trip Heritage travel
Arrival What to expect on arrival
CBD, Scottsville, university-side and N3-adjacent arrivals can feel quite different, so the exact suburb or venue matters.
Regional base Good base for nearby trips
Use Pietermaritzburg as a KZN capital base for business travel, heritage stops and onward drives into the Midlands and Drakensberg direction.
Destination facts Quick reference details
Pietermaritzburg Tourism describes it as the capital city of KwaZulu-Natal
The city works as both a destination and a route hub
It sits close to the Midlands touring zone
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Questions 9
How far is Shell 9750 Eastern Cape from Pietermaritzburg? +
Shell 9750 Eastern Cape is about 763.2 km from Pietermaritzburg by road.
How long does it take from Shell 9750 Eastern Cape to Pietermaritzburg? +
The drive usually takes about 8 hrs 40 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from Shell 9750 Eastern Cape to Pietermaritzburg in one day? +
It is possible, but for many travellers this is better treated as a very long same-day trip or an overnight trip.
Is taxi available from Shell 9750 Eastern Cape to Pietermaritzburg? +
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 Shell 9750 Eastern Cape to Pietermaritzburg? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R1,277.54 (R23.25 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R1,283.58 (R23.36 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R1,423.15 (R25.90 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R1,434.69 (R26.11 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from Shell 9750 Eastern Cape to Pietermaritzburg? +
Yes. There are 13 tollgates currently matched for this route.
What is the route verdict for this trip? +
Very long trip: This is a demanding long-distance route. Treat it as a serious travel day and consider an overnight stop.
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

Kroonstad
From Shell 9750 Eastern Cape To Pietermaritzburg
Western Bypass
From Shell 9750 Eastern Cape To Pietermaritzburg
: Senekal
From Shell 9750 Eastern Cape To Pietermaritzburg
Theunissen
From Shell 9750 Eastern Cape To Pietermaritzburg

Route Locations

Start area
Shell 9750 Eastern Cape, Eastern Cape
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available
Destination area
Pietermaritzburg
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available

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