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Distance from Wadeville to Pietermaritzburg

Wadeville to Pietermaritzburg is a full long-distance road trip, covering about 472.8 km in roughly 5 hrs 30 min.

N Wadeville → Pietermaritzburg
Road distance
472.8 km
N3
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
429.5 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
1.10×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
18
Info Travel board
Travel time
5 hrs 30 min
Start point
Lantana Road
End point
Pietermaritz Street
Return: 11 hrs 0 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
330 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
85.9 km/h
Stop-adjusted ETA 2 planned rest stops
6 hrs 0 min
Fuel Service sign
Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R791.43
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R795.18
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R881.64
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R888.79
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R1,044.25
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R1,049.19
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R1,163.28
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R1,172.71
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R1,374.02
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R1,380.52
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R1,530.63
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R1,543.04
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🧭 Route vector
Compass bearing
150° SSE
Forward azimuth heading
Return heading Reverse azimuth
330° NNW
Coordinate delta Lat / Lon shift
South-West
Start coords Origin point
-26.2605, 28.1817
End coords Destination point
-29.6000, 30.3789
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Route class Operational trip category
Local shared
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472.8 km 5 hrs 30 min
Start Wadeville
Finish Pietermaritzburg
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Start point
Destination
Driving route
Navigation sign

Turn-by-turn directions

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  1. Head on Lantana Road
    0.1 km
  2. At the end of the road, turn right onto Bezuidenhoutt Road
    0.4 km
  3. Turn left onto Manchester Road
    0.5 km
  4. Turn left onto Dekema Road
    0.4 km
  5. Turn right onto Osborne Road
    3.9 km
  6. Continue straight onto Leondale Road
    3.5 km
  7. Take the ramp left towards N3
    0.7 km
  8. Merge slight right
    45.6 km
  9. Keep slight left at the fork
    412.8 km
  10. Take the exit ramp slight left
    0.7 km
  11. Turn right onto Peter Brown Drive
    0.4 km
  12. At the roundabout, take the 2nd exit onto Howick Road
    0.1 km
  13. Continue onto Howick Road
    2.8 km
  14. Continue straight onto Chief Albert Luthuli Road
    0.8 km
  15. Turn left onto Prince Edward Street
    0.2 km
  16. Turn left onto Otto Street
    0.1 km
  17. Turn left onto Pietermaritz Street
    0.0 km
  18. You have arrived at your destination
    0.0 km
Navigation sign

Tolls on this route

R
Tolls found 20
Known total R1,345.00
Main toll road N3
This route includes 20 toll points from our database. The strongest toll-road match is N3.
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
Wilge
Road: Road not linked yet
R94.00
Wilge
Road: Road not linked yet
R94.00
Wilge
Road: 169
R94.00
Treverton Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R21.00
Wilge
Road: Road not linked yet
R94.00
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
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
Bergville
Road: Road not linked yet
R30.00
Bergville
Road: Road not linked yet
R30.00
Routes ↩ Pietermaritzburg → Wadeville Wadeville to Johannesburg Wadeville to Pretoria Wadeville to Cape Town Wadeville to Durban Johannesburg to Pietermaritzburg Pretoria to Pietermaritzburg Cape Town to Pietermaritzburg
Stop Stopover sign
Halfway point
236.8 km
Mid-route position Road corridor partition
50 / 50
Time partition Start / finish split
2 hrs 45 min • 2 hrs 45 min
Waypoint reference Nearest route marker
Mid-route reference
Vec Consumption & emissions
Consumption & emissions profile
34.0 L needed
Highly direct • 7.2 L/100km baseline
CO2 emitted Estimated tailpipe output
78.6 kg
Fuel mass Approximate tank weight
25.5 kg
Cost per km Based on 95 Petrol
R1.68
Directness index As-the-crow-flies ratio
90.8%
☀ Solar data
Daylight window at Pietermaritzburg
06:26 – 17:24
Outside daylight hours
Solar noonHighest sun position
Total daylightUsable driving light
10 hrs 57 min
Light remainingUntil sunset
Expired
SunriseDawn break
06:26
Fin Tax & wear
Wear & SARS deduction
R1,976.22
Single trip SARS allowance
SARS rate R4.18/km fixed rate
R4.18/km
Tyre wear Estimated tread cost
R9.46
Service wear Oil & filter allocation
R94.56
Total trip wear Excludes fuel & tolls
R2,080.23
Nav Maneuver index
Navigation complexity
Moderate (10)
Turn difficulty rating
Roundabouts Multi-path navigation
1
Lane merges Yield required
1
Complex forks Path selection
1
Highway exits Deceleration zones
2
Route atlas

Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

ZA-ATLAS
Origin Wadeville Start: Lantana Road -26.26047, 28.18167
Midpoint
236.8 km
Total: 472.8 km
Midpoint 236.8 km
472.8 km 5 hrs 30 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 472.8 km
Return-cycle span 945.6 km
Traversal time 5 hrs 30 min
Maneuver count 18
Maneuver density 3.8 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 236.8 km

Coordinate frame

Start -26.26047, 28.18167
Midpoint -28.14462, 29.06225
End -29.60000, 30.37889
Destination services

Available in Pietermaritzburg

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

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 Wadeville from Pietermaritzburg? +
Wadeville is about 472.8 km from Pietermaritzburg by road.
How long does it take from Wadeville to Pietermaritzburg? +
The drive usually takes about 5 hrs 30 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from Wadeville to Pietermaritzburg in one day? +
Yes, for many drivers this can be done in one day.
Is taxi available from Wadeville 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 Wadeville to Pietermaritzburg? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R791.43 (R23.25 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R795.18 (R23.36 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R881.64 (R25.90 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R888.79 (R26.11 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from Wadeville to Pietermaritzburg? +
Yes. There are 20 tollgates currently matched for this route.
What is the route verdict for this trip? +
Heavy long-distance trip: This is a serious road trip. Start early, plan rest stops, and consider whether an overnight stay makes more sense.
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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Route Locations

Start area
Wadeville, Gauteng
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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