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Distance from Umhlali to Ballito

Umhlali to Ballito is a short everyday drive, covering about 9.3 km in roughly 10 min.

N Umhlali → Ballito
Road distance
9.3 km
5.8 mi • 5.0 nmi
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
7.4 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
1.26×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
16
Info Travel board
Travel time
10 min
Return: 21 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
10 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
52.7 km/h
Stop-adjusted ETA 0 planned rest stops
10 min
Fuel Service sign
Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R15.61
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R15.69
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R17.39
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R17.53
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R20.60
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R20.70
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R22.95
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R23.13
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R27.10
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R27.23
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R30.19
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R30.44
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Fastest drive Direct drive estimate
10 min
Comfort drive Allows a short stop
25 min
Taxi Local commuter
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Route class Operational trip category
Local shared
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9.3 km 10 min
Start Umhlali
Finish Ballito
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Destination
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Navigation sign

Turn-by-turn directions

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  1. Start your journey
    0.0 km
  2. At the roundabout, take the 2nd exit
    0.0 km
  3. Continue
    1.0 km
  4. Take the ramp right towards Durban
    0.7 km
  5. Merge slight right onto North Coast Toll Road
    3.5 km
  6. Take the exit ramp slight left towards M4: Compensation
    0.6 km
  7. Keep slight left at the fork towards M4: Ballito
    0.2 km
  8. Go straight onto Ballito Drive
    1.1 km
  9. At the roundabout, take the 2nd exit onto Ballito Drive
    0.0 km
  10. Continue onto Ballito Drive
    1.6 km
  11. At the end of the road, turn right onto Minerva Road
    0.1 km
  12. Turn left onto Hawkins Road
    0.1 km
  13. Turn right onto Sandra Road
    0.3 km
  14. Turn left onto Reg Fripp Place
    0.0 km
  15. Turn right
    0.0 km
  16. You have arrived at your destination
    0.0 km
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Tolls on this route

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Tolls found 0
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Main toll road M4 - Magalies Toll Route
We found matching toll-road records for this route, but no tollgate point was close enough to the route line to display as a confirmed route toll.
M4 - Magalies Toll Route M4 - Magalies Toll Route M4 - Magalies Toll Route M4 - Magalies Toll Route
Stop Stopover sign
Halfway point
4.7 km
Mid-route position Road corridor partition
50 / 50
Time partition Start / finish split
5 min • 5 min
Waypoint reference Nearest route marker
Mid-route reference
Loc Route geography
Route geography
Umhlali → Ballito
Start and destination context
Start area Origin
Umhlali
Destination area Arrival
Ballito
Road span Street reference
— • —
Post Postal reference
Postal reference
— • —
Umhlali → Ballito
Umhlali Origin postcode
Not available
Ballito Destination postcode
Not available
Province span Route area
South Africa
Set Nearby route set
Nearby route set
Pietermaritzburg to Howick
3 other similar routes
Pietermaritzburg to Howick Similar distance
10.5 km
Durban to Ballito Similar distance
30.8 km
Durban to Pietermaritzburg Similar distance
59.0 km
Rev Related route set
Related route set
Ballito → Umhlali
Umhlali ↔ Ballito
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Route atlas

Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

ZA-ATLAS
Origin Umhlali -29.47731, 31.21813
Midpoint
4.7 km
Total: 9.3 km
Midpoint 4.7 km
9.3 km 10 min
Destination Ballito -29.54386, 31.21452

Route sheet

Route class Resolved South Africa route
Province span South Africa
One-way road span 9.3 km
Return-cycle span 18.7 km
Traversal time 10 min
Maneuver count 16
Maneuver density 171.6 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 4.7 km

Coordinate frame

Start -29.47731, 31.21813
Midpoint -29.50913, 31.20576
End -29.54386, 31.21452
Destination services

Available in Ballito

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

Service groups 4
Schools Clothing stores Fuel stations and garages Supermarkets
Nearby category Schools Top 6 nearby matches around Ballito
6
Nearby category Clothing stores Top 6 nearby matches around Ballito
6
  • On The Move
    On The Move, Ballito Drive, KwaDukuza Ward 22, Ballito, KwaDukuza Local Municipality, iLembe District Municipality, KwaZulu-Natal, 4020, South Africa
  • PEP
    PEP, Hills Avenue, KwaDukuza Ward 22, Ballito, KwaDukuza Local Municipality, iLembe District Municipality, KwaZulu-Natal, 4020, South Africa
  • Studio 88
    Studio 88, Hills Avenue, KwaDukuza Ward 22, Ballito, KwaDukuza Local Municipality, iLembe District Municipality, KwaZulu-Natal, 4020, South Africa
  • Lizzard
    Lizzard, Hills Avenue, KwaDukuza Ward 22, Ballito, KwaDukuza Local Municipality, iLembe District Municipality, KwaZulu-Natal, 4020, South Africa
  • Senqu
    Senqu, Hills Avenue, KwaDukuza Ward 22, Ballito, KwaDukuza Local Municipality, iLembe District Municipality, KwaZulu-Natal, 4020, South Africa
  • the Hub
    the Hub, Ballito Drive, KwaDukuza Ward 22, Ballito, KwaDukuza Local Municipality, iLembe District Municipality, KwaZulu-Natal, 4020, South Africa
Nearby category Fuel stations and garages Top 1 nearby match around Ballito
1
Nearby category Supermarkets Top 6 nearby matches around Ballito
6
Destination brief

Travelling to Ballito

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

Signature North Coast beach town
Standout Easy North Coast holiday with family appeal
Best for Who this destination suits
Family beach break North Coast stay Weekend escape Coastal convenience
Arrival What to expect on arrival
The route changes between beachfront properties, estates, shopping-centre-side stays and the wider Dolphin Coast stretch, so the exact address matters.
Regional base Good base for nearby trips
Use Ballito as a North Coast base for beaches, family travel and easy movement between coastal stays and airport-side logistics.
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Route FAQ

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Questions 8
How far is Umhlali from Ballito? +
Umhlali is about 9.3 km from Ballito by road.
How long does it take from Umhlali to Ballito? +
The drive usually takes about 10 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from Umhlali to Ballito in one day? +
Yes, for many drivers this can be done in one day.
Is taxi available from Umhlali to Ballito? +
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 Umhlali to Ballito? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R15.61 (R23.25 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R15.69 (R23.36 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R17.39 (R25.90 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R17.53 (R26.11 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from Umhlali to Ballito? +
No tollgates are currently matched for this route.
What is the route verdict for this trip? +
Easy local trip: This looks like a short and simple trip for most drivers.
Is there a road note for this route? +
This is mostly a short local route. 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

Durban
From Umhlali To Ballito
: Compensation
From Umhlali To Ballito
: Ballito
From Umhlali To Ballito
Reg Fripp Place
From Umhlali To Ballito

Route Locations

Start area
Umhlali
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available
Destination area
Ballito
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.

Pietermaritzburg to Howick Similar distance
About 19.8 km Difference: 10.5 km
Durban to Ballito Similar distance
About 40.1 km Difference: 30.8 km
Durban to Pietermaritzburg Similar distance
About 68.3 km Difference: 59.0 km
Pretoria to Centurion Similar distance
About 13.2 km Difference: 3.9 km
Johannesburg to Soweto Similar distance
About 19.9 km Difference: 10.6 km

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