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Distance from Balfour to Durban

Balfour to Durban is a full long-distance road trip, covering about 498.7 km in roughly 5 hrs 55 min.

N Balfour → Durban
Road distance
498.7 km
309.9 mi • 269.2 nmi
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
427.8 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
1.17×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
18
Info Travel board
Travel time
5 hrs 55 min
Return: 11 hrs 50 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
5 hrs 55 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
84.2 km/h
Stop-adjusted ETA 2 planned rest stops
6 hrs 25 min
Fuel Service sign
Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R834.87
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R838.82
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R930.03
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R937.57
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R1,101.57
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R1,106.78
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R1,227.12
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R1,237.07
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R1,449.43
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R1,456.29
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R1,614.63
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R1,627.72
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Fastest drive Direct drive estimate
5 hrs 55 min
Comfort drive Allows a short stop
6 hrs 10 min
Taxi Local commuter
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Route class Operational trip category
Local shared
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498.7 km 5 hrs 55 min
Start Balfour
Finish Durban
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Turn-by-turn directions

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  1. Head on Arthur Street
    0.1 km
  2. Turn left onto Themba Shozi Street
    2.0 km
  3. At the roundabout, take the 2nd exit
    0.0 km
  4. Continue
    24.7 km
  5. Turn left
    16.2 km
  6. At the end of the road, turn right
    0.6 km
  7. Take the ramp left towards N3: Harrismith
    0.4 km
  8. Merge slight right
    422.6 km
  9. Keep slight right at the fork towards N3: Durban
    9.3 km
  10. Keep slight left at the fork
    20.3 km
  11. Take the exit ramp slight left towards M13: Berea
    0.3 km
  12. Go straight onto King Dinuzulu Road
    0.9 km
  13. Turn right onto Botanic Gardens Road
    0.1 km
  14. Continue straight onto Cleaver Road
    0.2 km
  15. Turn left onto Che Guevara Road
    0.8 km
  16. Turn left onto Magwaza Maphalala Street
    0.1 km
  17. Keep slight right at the fork onto Che Guevara Road
    0.2 km
  18. You have arrived at your destination
    0.0 km
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Tolls on this route

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Tolls found 20
Known total R1,143.00
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
Mariannhill Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R16.50
Mariannhill Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R16.50
Mariannhill Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R16.50
Wilge
Road: Road not linked yet
R94.00
Wilge
Road: Road not linked yet
R94.00
Mariannhill Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R16.50
Wilge
Road: 169
R94.00
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
Treverton Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R21.00
Treverton Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R21.00
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
Stop Stopover sign
Halfway point
249.7 km
Mid-route position Road corridor partition
50 / 50
Time partition Start / finish split
2 hrs 57 min • 2 hrs 57 min
Waypoint reference Nearest route marker
Mid-route reference
Loc Route geography
Route geography
Balfour → Durban
Start and destination context
Start area Origin
Balfour
Destination area Arrival
Durban
Road span Street reference
— • —
Post Postal reference
Postal reference
— • —
Balfour → Durban
Balfour Origin postcode
Not available
Durban Destination postcode
Not available
Province span Route area
South Africa
Set Nearby route set
Nearby route set
Johannesburg to Polokwane
3 other similar routes
Johannesburg to Polokwane Similar distance
205.7 km
Pretoria to Nelspruit Similar distance
222.3 km
Cape Town to George Similar distance
126.3 km
Rev Related route set
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Durban → Balfour
Balfour ↔ Durban
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Route atlas

Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

ZA-ATLAS
Origin Balfour -26.65868, 28.58981
Midpoint
249.7 km
Total: 498.7 km
Midpoint 249.7 km
498.7 km 5 hrs 55 min
Destination Durban -29.86183, 31.00991

Route sheet

Route class Resolved South Africa route
Province span South Africa
One-way road span 498.7 km
Return-cycle span 997.5 km
Traversal time 5 hrs 55 min
Maneuver count 18
Maneuver density 3.6 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 249.7 km

Coordinate frame

Start -26.65868, 28.58981
Midpoint -28.43755, 29.48690
End -29.86183, 31.00991
Destination services

Available in Durban

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

Service groups 6
Schools Clothing stores Banks Fuel stations and garages Supermarkets Shopping malls
Nearby category Schools Top 6 nearby matches around Durban
6
Nearby category Clothing stores Top 5 nearby matches around Durban
5
  • Mr Price
    380 Doctor Pixley Kaseme Street, Durban, 4001
  • Woolworths
    344 Doctor Pixley Kaseme Street, Durban, 4001
  • PEP
    55 Gillespie Street, Durban, 4001, KwaZulu-Natal
  • PEP
    430 Peter Mokaba Ridge Road, Durban, 4001, KwaZulu-Natal
  • Minty's
    542 Peter Mokaba Ridge, Durban, 4001
Nearby category Banks Top 3 nearby matches around Durban
3
Nearby category Fuel stations and garages Top 6 nearby matches around Durban
6
Nearby category Supermarkets Top 6 nearby matches around Durban
6
Nearby category Shopping malls Top 2 nearby matches around Durban
2
Destination brief

Travelling to Durban

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

Signature Warm coast metro
Standout Beachfront city with year-round coastal pull
Best for Who this destination suits
Beach break Family travel Events trip Business travel
Arrival What to expect on arrival
The beachfront, central Durban, uMhlanga side and wider metro arrivals do not behave the same way. Route planning works best with the final district named clearly.
Local pulse
Durban Tourism is actively promoting current travel deals, events and city adventures, so timing can add real value to a Durban-bound trip.
Updated: 2026-04-08 · Source: Durban Tourism
Regional base Good base for nearby trips
Use Durban as a coastal base for beaches, family trips, business events and onward drives into the North Coast, South Coast and Midlands.
Destination facts Quick reference details
Durban Tourism actively promotes deals, events and travel planning
The city combines leisure and event travel
The wider metro is more spread out than a single-city label suggests
Route support

Route FAQ

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Questions 9
How far is Balfour from Durban? +
Balfour is about 498.7 km from Durban by road.
How long does it take from Balfour to Durban? +
The drive usually takes about 5 hrs 55 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from Balfour to Durban in one day? +
Yes, for many drivers this can be done in one day.
Is taxi available from Balfour to Durban? +
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 Balfour to Durban? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R834.87 (R23.25 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R838.82 (R23.36 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R930.03 (R25.90 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R937.57 (R26.11 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from Balfour to Durban? +
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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Towns along the route

: Harrismith
From Balfour To Durban
: Durban
From Balfour To Durban
: Berea
From Balfour To Durban

Route Locations

Start area
Balfour
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available
Destination area
Durban
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available

Distance comparisons

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