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Distance from Stanger to St Lucia

Stanger to St Lucia is a solid inter-town journey, covering about 174.2 km in roughly 2 hrs 14 min.

N Stanger → St Lucia
Road distance
174.2 km
108.2 mi • 94.0 nmi
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
153.1 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
1.14×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
15
Info Travel board
Travel time
2 hrs 14 min
Return: 4 hrs 29 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
2 hrs 14 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
77.5 km/h
Stop-adjusted ETA 1 planned rest stop
2 hrs 29 min
Fuel Service sign
Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R291.54
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R292.92
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R324.77
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R327.40
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R384.67
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R386.49
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R428.52
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R431.99
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R506.15
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R508.54
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R563.84
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R568.41
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Fastest drive Direct drive estimate
2 hrs 14 min
Comfort drive Allows a short stop
2 hrs 29 min
Taxi Local commuter
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Route class Operational trip category
Local shared
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174.2 km 2 hrs 14 min
Start Stanger
Finish St Lucia
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Destination
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Navigation sign

Turn-by-turn directions

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  1. Start your journey
    0.1 km
  2. Turn left onto Hullet Street
    0.3 km
  3. Turn left onto Chief Albert Luthuli Street
    0.5 km
  4. Turn right
    0.2 km
  5. Go straight onto Voortrekker Street
    3.0 km
  6. Take the ramp left towards N2: Empangeni
    1.0 km
  7. Merge slight right onto North Coast Toll Road
    141.4 km
  8. Take the exit ramp slight right
    0.3 km
  9. Turn right
    1.4 km
  10. Continue straight
    25.1 km
  11. Turn right onto McKenzie Street
    0.4 km
  12. Turn left onto Katonkel Street
    0.2 km
  13. At the end of the road, turn right onto Pelikaan Straat
    0.2 km
  14. Turn left onto Steenbras Street
    0.1 km
  15. You have arrived at your destination
    0.0 km
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Tolls on this route

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Tolls found 9
Known total R370.50
Main toll road N2 - North Coast Toll Road
This route includes 9 toll points from our database. The strongest toll-road match is N2 - North Coast Toll Road.
Mtunzini Ramp Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R53.00
Mtunzini Ramp Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R53.00
Dokodweni Ramp Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R27.00
Mtunzini Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R63.50
Mtunzini Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R63.50
Mtunzini Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R63.50
Dokodweni
Road: Road not linked yet
R27.00
Mandini Ramp Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R10.00
Mandini
Road: Road not linked yet
R10.00
Stop Stopover sign
Halfway point
87.1 km
Mid-route position Road corridor partition
50 / 50
Time partition Start / finish split
1 hr 7 min • 1 hr 7 min
Waypoint reference Nearest route marker
Mid-route reference
Loc Route geography
Route geography
Stanger → St Lucia
Start and destination context
Start area Origin
Stanger, KwaZulu-Natal
Destination area Arrival
St Lucia
Road span Street reference
— • —
Post Postal reference
Postal reference
— • —
Stanger → St Lucia
Stanger Origin postcode
Not available
St Lucia 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 Overlapping province
19.0 km
Durban to Port Shepstone Overlapping province
61.9 km
East London to Mthatha Similar distance
4.4 km
Rev Related route set
Related route set
St Lucia → Stanger
Stanger ↔ St Lucia
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Stanger to Cape Town Related trip
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Route atlas

Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

ZA-ATLAS
Origin Stanger -29.33838, 31.28812
Midpoint
87.1 km
Total: 174.2 km
Midpoint 87.1 km
174.2 km 2 hrs 14 min
Destination St Lucia -28.37694, 32.41417

Route sheet

Route class Resolved South Africa route
Province span South Africa
One-way road span 174.2 km
Return-cycle span 348.3 km
Traversal time 2 hrs 14 min
Maneuver count 15
Maneuver density 8.6 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 87.1 km

Coordinate frame

Start -29.33838, 31.28812
Midpoint -28.83570, 31.90433
End -28.37694, 32.41417
Destination services

Available in St Lucia

Useful places near your destination, from everyday essentials to local stops that can help you settle in faster when you arrive.

Service groups 3
Schools Clothing stores Supermarkets
Nearby category Schools Top 3 nearby matches around St Lucia
3
Nearby category Clothing stores Top 1 nearby match around St Lucia
1
  • Volcom
    52 McKenzie Street, St. Lucia, 3936
Nearby category Supermarkets Top 3 nearby matches around St Lucia
3
  • Banana Box
    36 Pelican Street, St Lucia
  • Spar
    65 McKenzie Street, St. Lucia, 3936
  • Shoprite
    McKenzie Street, Mtubatuba, 3936, KwaZulu-Natal
Destination brief

Travelling to St Lucia

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

Signature iSimangaliso gateway town
Standout Small town at the edge of a World Heritage landscape
St Lucia works because it sits inside a much bigger nature story: estuary, beach, wildlife and the wider iSimangaliso system all feed into a town that feels small but strategically placed.
Best for Who this destination suits
Nature trip iSimangaliso gateway Wildlife weekend Zulu coast stay
Arrival What to expect on arrival
This is a compact town, but the exact lodge and your park plan matter because many travellers are really routing for estuary cruises, Cape Vidal days or park access.
Regional base Good base for nearby trips
Use St Lucia as a gateway base for iSimangaliso, estuary activity, wildlife viewing and wider Zululand coastal travel.
Destination facts Quick reference details
St Lucia sits within a UNESCO World Heritage setting
The town is surrounded by coastal forest, wildlife and beaches
It is one of the strongest gateway bases for iSimangaliso travel
Route support

Route FAQ

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Questions 8
How far is Stanger from St Lucia? +
Stanger is about 174.2 km from St Lucia by road.
How long does it take from Stanger to St Lucia? +
The drive usually takes about 2 hrs 14 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from Stanger to St Lucia in one day? +
Yes, for many drivers this can be done in one day.
Is taxi available from Stanger to St Lucia? +
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 Stanger to St Lucia? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R291.54 (R23.25 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R292.92 (R23.36 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R324.77 (R25.90 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R327.40 (R26.11 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from Stanger to St Lucia? +
Yes. There are 9 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 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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Towns along the route

: Empangeni
From Stanger To St Lucia
Richards Bay
From Stanger To St Lucia
Pelikaan Straat
From Stanger To St Lucia

Route Locations

Start area
Stanger, KwaZulu-Natal
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available
Destination area
St Lucia
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 Overlapping province
About 155.2 km Difference: 19.0 km
Durban to Port Shepstone Overlapping province
About 112.2 km Difference: 61.9 km
East London to Mthatha Similar distance
About 178.6 km Difference: 4.4 km
Mbombela to Middelburg Similar distance
About 154.5 km Difference: 19.7 km
Durban to Pietermaritzburg Overlapping province
About 68.3 km Difference: 105.8 km

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