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Distance from Vimy Ridge to Ladysmith

N Vimy Ridge → Ladysmith
Road distance
349.1 km
Provincial mix · N3 / R616
Vimy Ridge to Ladysmith is a solid inter-town journey, covering about 349.1 km in roughly 4 hrs 6 min.
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
304.1 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
1.15×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
16
Info Travel board
Travel time
4 hrs 6 min
Start point
Vimy Ridge
Return: 8 hrs 13 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
246 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
84.9 km/h
Stop-adjusted ETA 2 planned rest stops
4 hrs 36 min
Fuel Service sign
Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km
93 Petrol R27.95 / litre
R702.44
95 Petrol R28.06 / litre
R705.21
Diesel 500ppm R27.92 / litre
R701.69
Diesel 50ppm R29.26 / litre
R735.36
93 Petrol R27.95 / litre
R926.83
95 Petrol R28.06 / litre
R930.48
Diesel 500ppm R27.92 / litre
R925.84
Diesel 50ppm R29.26 / litre
R970.27
93 Petrol R27.95 / litre
R1,219.52
95 Petrol R28.06 / litre
R1,224.32
Diesel 500ppm R27.92 / litre
R1,218.21
Diesel 50ppm R29.26 / litre
R1,276.67
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🧭 Route vector
Compass bearing
149° SSE
Forward azimuth heading
Return heading Reverse azimuth
329° NNW
Coordinate delta Lat / Lon shift
South-West
Start coords Origin point
-26.2300, 28.1671
End coords Destination point
-28.5587, 29.7825
Taxi Transport options
Shared taxi fare
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Long-distance caution
Route class Operational trip category
Long-distance
Operator type Service format
Minibus taxi
Weather 10 °C Vimy Ridge Clear Sky View Forecast → 13 °C Ladysmith Cloudy View Forecast →
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Travel modes
Vimy Ridge → Ladysmith
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Car
349.1 km
4 hrs 6 min
Road route
🏍️ Estimate
Two-wheeler
349.1 km
~5 hrs 22 min
65 km/h avg
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Places from Vimy Ridge to Ladysmith

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Government offices 0.1 km

Alfred Duma Local Municipality

Murchison Street, 3370
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Banks 0.2 km

ABSA

Murchison Street
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Supermarkets 0.2 km

Shoprite

Ladysmith, 3370, KwaZulu-Natal
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Supermarkets 0.2 km

Boxer

Ladysmith, 3370, KwaZulu-Natal
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Clothing & fashion 0.2 km

PEP

Keate Street, Ladysmith, 3370, KwaZulu-Natal
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Schools & education 0.4 km

Keate Street Public School

3370, KwaZulu-Natal
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Convenience store 0.5 km

Shell Select

3370, KwaZulu-Natal
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Convenience store 0.5 km

Shell

87 Murchinson Street, Ladysmith, 3370, KwaZulu-Natal
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Fuel stations 0.9 km

Shell

52 Newcastle Road, Ladysmith, 3370, KwaZulu-Natal
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Schools & education 1.1 km

Andante Primary School

3370, KwaZulu-Natal
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Schools & education 1.1 km

Windsor Secondary School

Forbes Street, 3370, KwaZulu-Natal
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Supermarkets 1.1 km

Pick n Pay

Ladysmith, 3370, KwaZulu-Natal
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Convenience store 1.3 km

Quickshop

11 Murchison Street, Ladysmith
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Schools & education 1.7 km

Dr Joseph Shabalala Secondary School

3370, KwaZulu-Natal
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Schools & education 2.6 km

Ladysmith Secondary School

3370, KwaZulu-Natal
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Schools & education 2.7 km

Mkhamba Primary School

KwaZulu-Natal
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Schools & education 2.7 km

Nikela Primary School

3373, KwaZulu-Natal
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Schools & education 2.7 km

Monument School / Skool

3370, KwaZulu-Natal
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Route

Route overview

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Start, destination and route line.

349.1 km 4 hrs 6 min
Start Vimy Ridge
Finish Ladysmith
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Destination
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Turn-by-turn directions

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  1. Directions from Vimy Ridge to Ladysmith via N3
    National highway N3
  2. Directions from Vimy Ridge to Ladysmith via R616
    Provincial road route R616
  3. Head on Vimy Ridge
    0.2 km
  4. Continue left onto Vimy Ridge
    0.0 km
  5. Turn left onto Lake Road
    1.0 km
  6. Continue straight onto Russel Road
    0.7 km
  7. Continue straight onto Wits Rifles Road
    1.8 km
  8. Go straight onto Black Reef Road
    0.8 km
  9. Turn right onto Grey Avenue
    1.2 km
  10. Take the ramp slight left towards N3: Durban
    0.6 km
  11. Merge slight right
    53.6 km
  12. Keep slight left at the fork
    269.6 km
  13. Take the exit ramp slight left towards R616: Bergville
    0.5 km
  14. Turn left
    12.3 km
  15. Turn left
    2.5 km
  16. Turn right
    4.2 km
  17. Continue left
    0.1 km
  18. You have arrived at your destination
    0.0 km
Navigation sign

Tolls on this route

R
Tolls found 17
Known total R972.00
Main toll road N3
This route includes 17 toll points from our database. The strongest toll-road match is N3. 1 Gauteng open-road / gantry toll point is shown as R0.00 because GFIP e-toll charging ended from 12 April 2024.
Tugela
Road: Road not linked yet
R100.00
Tugela
Road: Road not linked yet
R100.00
Wilge
Road: Road not linked yet
R94.00
Wilge
Road: Road not linked yet
R94.00
Wilge
Road: 169
R94.00
Wilge
Road: Road not linked yet
R94.00
Bergville
Road: Road not linked yet
R30.00
Bergville
Road: Road not linked yet
R30.00
Unnamed e-Toll gantry near -26.274, 28.149
Road: GFIP / Gauteng e-Toll network
R0.00
De Hoek
Road: Road not linked yet
R67.00
De Hoek
Road: Road not linked yet
R67.00
De Hoek
Road: Road not linked yet
R67.00
De Hoek
Road: Road not linked yet
R67.00
Gosforth
Road: Road not linked yet
R17.00
Gosforth
Road: Road not linked yet
R17.00
Gosforth
Road: Road not linked yet
R17.00
Gosforth
Road: Road not linked yet
R17.00
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Stop Stopover sign
Halfway point
174.8 km
Mid-route position Road corridor partition
50 / 50
Time partition Start / finish split
2 hrs 3 min • 2 hrs 3 min
Waypoint reference Nearest route marker
Mid-route reference
Vec Consumption & emissions
Consumption & emissions profile
25.1 L needed
Highly direct • 7.2 L/100km baseline
CO2 emitted Estimated tailpipe output
58.1 kg
Fuel mass Approximate tank weight
18.8 kg
Cost per km Based on 95 Petrol
R2.02
Directness index As-the-crow-flies ratio
87.1%
☀ Solar data
Daylight window at Ladysmith
06:50 – 17:10
Outside daylight hours
Solar noonHighest sun position
12:00
Total daylightUsable driving light
10 hrs 20 min
Light remainingUntil sunset
Expired
SunriseDawn break
06:50
Fin Tax & wear
Wear & SARS deduction
R1,459.06
Single trip SARS allowance
SARS rate R4.18/km fixed rate
R4.18/km
Tyre wear Estimated tread cost
R6.98
Service wear Oil & filter allocation
R69.81
Total trip wear Excludes fuel & tolls
R1,535.85
Nav Maneuver index
Navigation complexity
Low (5)
Turn difficulty rating
Roundabouts Multi-path navigation
0
Lane merges Yield required
1
Complex forks Path selection
1
Highway exits Deceleration zones
1
Route atlas

Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

ZA-ATLAS
Origin Vimy Ridge Start: Vimy Ridge -26.23004, 28.16714
Midpoint
174.8 km
Total: 349.1 km
Midpoint 174.8 km
349.1 km 4 hrs 6 min
Destination Ladysmith -28.55873, 29.78250

Route sheet

Route class Resolved South Africa route
Province span South Africa
One-way road span 349.1 km
Return-cycle span 698.1 km
Traversal time 4 hrs 6 min
Maneuver count 16
Maneuver density 4.6 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 174.8 km

Coordinate frame

Start -26.23004, 28.16714
Midpoint -27.59450, 28.85389
End -28.55873, 29.78250
Destination brief

Travelling to Ladysmith

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

Standout Why Ladysmith stands out
Ladysmith works as a central KZN inland stop with a historic and corridor character, so balances destination and stopover use.
Arrival What to expect on arrival
Ladysmith arrival quality improves when the route is planned as either a stopover or a true final stay, not both vaguely at once.
Regional base Good base for nearby trips
Best for Ladysmith stays, meetings and longer KZN inland stop planning.
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Route FAQ

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Questions 9
How far is Vimy Ridge from Ladysmith? +
Vimy Ridge is about 349.1 km from Ladysmith by road.
How long does it take from Vimy Ridge to Ladysmith? +
The drive usually takes about 4 hrs 6 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from Vimy Ridge to Ladysmith in one day? +
Yes, for many drivers this can be done in one day.
Is taxi available from Vimy Ridge to Ladysmith? +
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 Vimy Ridge to Ladysmith? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R702.44 (R27.95 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R705.21 (R28.06 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R701.69 (R27.92 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R735.36 (R29.26 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from Vimy Ridge to Ladysmith? +
Yes. There are 17 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 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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