Distance from Tinta Oval to Pietermaritzburg

N Tinta Oval → Pietermaritzburg

Road distance

1,504.1 km

Highway dominant · N1 / N5

Tinta Oval to Pietermaritzburg is a full long-distance road trip, covering about 1,504.1 km in roughly 16 hrs 45 min.

Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference

1,174.6 km

Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio

1.28×

Navigation steps Instruction count in route set

Info Travel board

Travel time

16 hrs 45 min

Start point

Tinta Oval

End point

Pietermaritz Street

Return: 30 min

Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration

1005 min

Average velocity Distance over route runtime

89.8 km/h

Stop-adjusted ETA 8 planned rest stops

18 hrs 45 min

Fuel Service sign

Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km

93 Petrol R26.52 / litre

R2,871.98

95 Petrol R26.63 / litre

R2,883.89

See more fuel details from Tinta Oval to Pietermaritzburg

🧭 Route vector

Compass bearing

70° ENE

Forward azimuth heading

Return heading Reverse azimuth

250° WSW

Coordinate delta Lat / Lon shift

North-East

Start coords Origin point

-33.7994, 18.9762

End coords Destination point

-29.6000, 30.3789

Taxi Local commuter

Taxi fare estimate

Check local taxi rank

Long-distance caution

Route class Operational trip category

Local shared

Weather 16 °C Tinta Oval Cloudy View Forecast → 14 °C Pietermaritzburg Partly Cloudy View Forecast →

Travel modes

Tinta Oval → Pietermaritzburg

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Car

1,504.1 km

16 hrs 45 min

Road route

🏍️ Estimate

Two-wheeler

1,504.1 km

~23 hrs 8 min

65 km/h avg

↑ 13 hrs 44 min faster · Search →

Nearby places

Places in Pietermaritzburg

Fuel stops, shops, restaurants and services near your destination.

37 places View all →

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Butcheries 0.1 km

Route

Route overview

Live map, directions, tolls and route services.

Map Directions Tolls Trip planning

Start Tinta Oval

Finish Pietermaritzburg

Map key

Start point

Destination

Driving route

Navigation sign

Turn-by-turn directions

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Route directions

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Directions from Tinta Oval to Pietermaritzburg via N1 and N5

National highway route N1 N5

Head on Tinta Oval

0.1 km
Continue right onto Tinta Oval

0.0 km
Turn left onto Assemblage Street

0.2 km
At the roundabout, take the 3rd exit onto Val De Vie Boulevard

0.1 km
Continue onto Val De Vie Boulevard

0.3 km
Continue straight onto Kliprug Road

1.4 km
Turn left onto Wemmershoek Pad

3.3 km
Continue straight onto Wemmershoek Road

0.5 km
Take the ramp slight right towards N1: Worcester

0.6 km
Merge slight right

404.8 km
At the roundabout, take the 3rd exit onto Donkin Street

0.1 km
Continue onto Donkin Street

2.0 km
Continue straight

644.6 km
Take the exit ramp slight left towards N5

0.6 km
Turn right

66.5 km
Continue straight

71.4 km
Turn right onto Hospital Road

91.6 km
Merge slight right

211.0 km
Take the exit ramp slight left

0.7 km
Turn right onto Peter Brown Drive

0.4 km
At the roundabout, take the 2nd exit onto Howick Road

0.1 km
Continue onto Howick Road

2.8 km
Continue straight onto Chief Albert Luthuli Road

0.8 km
Turn left onto Prince Edward Street

0.2 km
Turn left onto Otto Street

0.1 km
Turn left onto Pietermaritz Street

0.0 km
You have arrived at your destination

0.0 km

Navigation sign

Tolls on this route

Tolls found 17

Known total R943.00

Main toll road N1

This route includes 17 toll points from our database. The strongest toll-road match is N1.

Verkeerdevlei

Road: Road not linked yet

R78.50

Unnamed toll booth near Huguenot

Road: Near Huguenot / N1 corridor

R0.00

Huguenot

Road: Road not linked yet

R54.50

Tugela

Road: Road not linked yet

R100.00

Huguenot

Road: Road not linked yet

R54.50

Huguenot

Road: Road not linked yet

R54.50

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

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Stop Stopover sign

Halfway point

752.0 km

Mid-route position Road corridor partition

50 / 50

Time partition Start / finish split

8 hrs 22 min • 8 hrs 22 min

Waypoint reference Nearest route marker

Mid-route reference

Vec Consumption & emissions

Consumption & emissions profile

108.3 L needed

Moderate efficiency • 7.2 L/100km baseline

CO2 emitted Estimated tailpipe output

250.2 kg

Fuel mass Approximate tank weight

81.2 kg

Cost per km Based on 95 Petrol

R1.92

Directness index As-the-crow-flies ratio

78.1%

☀ Solar data

Daylight window at Pietermaritzburg

06:37 – 17:11

Outside daylight hours

Solar noonHighest sun position

Total daylightUsable driving light

10 hrs 33 min

Light remainingUntil sunset

Expired

SunriseDawn break

06:37

Fin Tax & wear

Wear & SARS deduction

R6,287.12

Single trip SARS allowance

SARS rate R4.18/km fixed rate

R4.18/km

Tyre wear Estimated tread cost

R30.08

Service wear Oil & filter allocation

R300.82

Total trip wear Excludes fuel & tolls

R6,618.02

Nav Maneuver index

Navigation complexity

High (21)

Turn difficulty rating

Roundabouts Multi-path navigation

Lane merges Yield required

Complex forks Path selection

Highway exits Deceleration zones

Route atlas

Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

ZA-ATLAS

Origin Tinta Oval Start: Tinta Oval -33.79943, 18.97624

Midpoint

752.0 km

Total: 1,504.1 km

Midpoint 752.0 km

1,504.1 km 16 hrs 45 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 1,504.1 km

Return-cycle span 3,008.2 km

Traversal time 16 hrs 45 min

Maneuver count 27

Maneuver density 1.8 /100 km

Midpoint chainage 752.0 km

Coordinate frame

Start -33.79943, 18.97624

Midpoint -30.62074, 25.34452

End -29.60000, 30.37889

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 Tinta Oval from Pietermaritzburg? +

Tinta Oval is about 1,504.1 km from Pietermaritzburg by road.

How long does it take from Tinta Oval to Pietermaritzburg? +

The drive usually takes about 16 hrs 45 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.

Is it possible to drive from Tinta Oval 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 Tinta Oval 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 Tinta Oval to Pietermaritzburg? +

Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R2,871.98 (R26.52 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R2,883.89 (R26.63 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R3,497.93 (R32.30 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R3,519.58 (R32.50 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.

Are there any tollgates from Tinta Oval to Pietermaritzburg? +

Yes. There are 17 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. National roads appear in this route, so watch for toll signs and busier sections.

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