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Distance from Durban to Claremont

Durban to Claremont is a full long-distance road trip, covering about 621.6 km in roughly 7 hrs 10 min.

N Durban → Claremont
Road distance
621.6 km
386.3 mi • 335.6 nmi
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
540.9 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
1.15×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
24
Info Travel board
Travel time
7 hrs 10 min
Return: 14 hrs 20 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
7 hrs 10 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
86.7 km/h
Stop-adjusted ETA 3 planned rest stops
7 hrs 55 min
Fuel Service sign
Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R1,040.63
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R1,045.56
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R1,159.24
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R1,168.64
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R1,373.06
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R1,379.55
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R1,529.56
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R1,541.96
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R1,806.65
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R1,815.20
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R2,012.57
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R2,028.89
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Wx Destination weather
Today's outlook for Claremont
15.9°C
Overcast
Feels like Perceived temperature
16.9°C
Day range High / low
H 21° • L 15°
Rain chance Today's probability
88%
Wind 10m wind speed
5 km/h
Taxi Local commuter
Taxi fare estimate
Check local taxi rank
Long-distance caution
Route class Operational trip category
Local shared
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621.6 km 7 hrs 10 min
Start Durban
Finish Claremont
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Start point
Destination
Driving route
Navigation sign

Turn-by-turn directions

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  1. Head on Che Guevara Road
    0.0 km
  2. Turn right onto Sydney Road
    0.2 km
  3. Turn right onto Che Guevara Road
    1.6 km
  4. Turn right onto Lena Ahrens Road
    0.2 km
  5. Turn left onto King Dinuzulu Road
    0.3 km
  6. Take the ramp slight right towards N3: Pietermaritzburg
    0.3 km
  7. Merge slight right
    19.9 km
  8. Keep slight right at the fork
    221.7 km
  9. Continue straight
    251.4 km
  10. Keep slight right at the fork
    81.1 km
  11. Take the exit ramp slight left towards N1
    0.4 km
  12. Keep slight right at the fork towards N1: Pretoria
    1.5 km
  13. Continue straight onto Ben Schoeman Highway
    34.3 km
  14. Continue straight onto Kgosi Mampuru Street
    0.4 km
  15. Turn left onto Nana Sita Street
    0.7 km
  16. Turn right onto Es'kia Mphahlele Drive
    2.7 km
  17. Turn slight left towards R514: Van der Hoff Road
    0.4 km
  18. Go straight onto Van der Hoff Road
    3.5 km
  19. Turn right onto Bremer Street
    0.4 km
  20. Turn right onto Market Street
    0.3 km
  21. Turn left onto Bezuidenhout Street
    0.2 km
  22. Turn left onto Boekenhoutkloof Street
    0.2 km
  23. Turn right onto Laing Place
    0.0 km
  24. You have arrived at your destination
    0.0 km
Navigation sign

Tolls on this route

R
Tolls found 39
Known total R1,445.00
Main toll road N3
This route includes 39 toll points from our database. The strongest toll-road match is N3. 10 Gauteng open-road / gantry toll points are shown as R0.00 because GFIP e-toll charging ended from 12 April 2024.
Unnamed e-Toll gantry near -26.187, 28.134
Road: GFIP / Gauteng e-Toll network
R0.00
Unnamed e-Toll gantry near -26.222, 28.128
Road: GFIP / Gauteng e-Toll network
R0.00
Unnamed e-Toll gantry near -26.245, 28.135
Road: GFIP / Gauteng e-Toll network
R0.00
Tugela
Road: Road not linked yet
R100.00
Tugela
Road: Road not linked yet
R100.00
Unnamed e-Toll gantry near -26.274, 28.149
Road: GFIP / Gauteng e-Toll network
R0.00
Bergville
Road: Road not linked yet
R30.00
Mooi
Road: Road not linked yet
R70.00
Bergville
Road: Road not linked yet
R30.00
Unnamed e-Toll gantry near -26.153, 28.132
Road: GFIP / Gauteng e-Toll network
R0.00
Mooi Ramp Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R49.00
Unnamed e-Toll gantry near -26.093, 28.117
Road: GFIP / Gauteng e-Toll network
R0.00
Wilge
Road: 169
R94.00
Wilge
Road: Road not linked yet
R94.00
Wilge
Road: Road not linked yet
R94.00
Wilge
Road: Road not linked yet
R94.00
e-Toll Sunbird
Road: Road not linked yet
R0.00
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
Mariannhill Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R16.50
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
e-Toll Ivusi
Road: Road not linked yet
R0.00
e-Toll Ihobe
Road: Road not linked yet
R0.00
Unnamed e-Toll gantry near -26.062, 28.107
Road: GFIP / Gauteng e-Toll network
R0.00
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
Gosforth
Road: Road not linked yet
R17.00
Unnamed e-Toll gantry near -26.116, 28.133
Road: GFIP / Gauteng e-Toll network
R0.00
Treverton Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R21.00
Treverton Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R21.00
Unnamed e-Toll gantry near -25.939, 28.140
Road: GFIP / Gauteng e-Toll network
R0.00
Unnamed e-Toll gantry near -26.167, 28.141
Road: GFIP / Gauteng e-Toll network
R0.00
Stop Stopover sign
Halfway point
311.3 km
Mid-route position Road corridor partition
50 / 50
Time partition Start / finish split
3 hrs 35 min • 3 hrs 35 min
Waypoint reference Nearest route marker
Mid-route reference
Loc Route geography
Route geography
Durban → Claremont
Start and destination context
Start area Origin
Durban
Destination area Arrival
Claremont
Road span Street reference
— • —
Post Postal reference
Postal reference
— • —
Durban → Claremont
Durban Origin postcode
Not available
Claremont 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
328.6 km
Pretoria to Nelspruit Similar distance
345.2 km
Cape Town to George Similar distance
249.2 km
Rev Related route set
Related route set
Claremont → Durban
Durban ↔ Claremont
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Route atlas

Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

ZA-ATLAS
Origin Durban -29.86183, 31.00991
Midpoint
311.3 km
Total: 621.6 km
Midpoint 311.3 km
621.6 km 7 hrs 10 min
Destination Claremont -25.71250, 28.13806

Route sheet

Route class Resolved South Africa route
Province span South Africa
One-way road span 621.6 km
Return-cycle span 1,243.3 km
Traversal time 7 hrs 10 min
Maneuver count 24
Maneuver density 3.9 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 311.3 km

Coordinate frame

Start -29.86183, 31.00991
Midpoint -28.17462, 29.08018
End -25.71250, 28.13806
Destination services

Available in Claremont

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 Claremont
6
Nearby category Clothing stores Top 6 nearby matches around Claremont
6
Nearby category Banks Top 5 nearby matches around Claremont
5
Nearby category Fuel stations and garages Top 6 nearby matches around Claremont
6
Nearby category Supermarkets Top 6 nearby matches around Claremont
6
Nearby category Shopping malls Top 6 nearby matches around Claremont
6
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Questions 9
How far is Durban from Claremont? +
Durban is about 621.6 km from Claremont by road.
How long does it take from Durban to Claremont? +
The drive usually takes about 7 hrs 10 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from Durban to Claremont 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 Durban to Claremont? +
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 Durban to Claremont? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R1,040.63 (R23.25 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R1,045.56 (R23.36 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R1,159.24 (R25.90 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R1,168.64 (R26.11 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from Durban to Claremont? +
Yes. There are 39 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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Start area
Durban
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available
Destination area
Claremont
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.

Johannesburg to Polokwane Similar distance
About 293.1 km Difference: 328.6 km
Pretoria to Nelspruit Similar distance
About 276.4 km Difference: 345.2 km
Cape Town to George Similar distance
About 372.4 km Difference: 249.2 km
Gqeberha to East London Similar distance
About 238.6 km Difference: 383.1 km
Durban to Richards Bay Similar distance
About 155.2 km Difference: 466.5 km

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