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Distance from Durban to Knysna

Durban to Knysna is a full long-distance road trip, covering about 1,195.8 km in roughly 14 hrs 10 min.

N Durban → Knysna
Road distance
1,195.8 km
743.0 mi • 645.5 nmi
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
882.5 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
1.35×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
29
Info Travel board
Travel time
14 hrs 10 min
Return: 28 hrs 21 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
14 hrs 10 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
84.3 km/h
Stop-adjusted ETA 7 planned rest stops
15 hrs 55 min
Fuel Service sign
Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R2,001.74
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R2,011.21
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R2,229.89
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R2,247.97
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R2,641.18
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R2,653.68
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R2,942.22
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R2,966.07
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R3,475.24
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R3,491.68
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R3,871.34
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R3,902.73
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Wx Destination weather
Today's outlook for Knysna
8.8°C
Overcast
Feels like Perceived temperature
6.9°C
Day range High / low
H 24° • L 9°
Rain chance Today's probability
28%
Wind 10m wind speed
6 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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1,195.8 km 14 hrs 10 min
Start Durban
Finish Knysna
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Destination
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Turn-by-turn directions

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  1. Head on Che Guevara Road
    0.3 km
  2. Continue straight
    0.3 km
  3. Merge slight right onto Inkosi Albert Luthuli Freeway
    12.2 km
  4. Take the exit ramp slight left towards N2: Port Shepstone
    0.5 km
  5. Keep slight right at the fork towards N2: Port Shepstone
    0.5 km
  6. Merge slight right
    105.4 km
  7. Take the exit ramp straight towards Port Shepstone
    0.7 km
  8. Turn right
    304.5 km
  9. Turn right onto Nelson Mandela Drive
    217.9 km
  10. Take the exit ramp slight left towards N6
    0.5 km
  11. Merge slight right onto North East Expressway
    4.1 km
  12. Continue straight onto Valley Road
    0.9 km
  13. Continue straight onto Fitzpatrick Road
    0.3 km
  14. Continue straight onto Currie Street
    1.0 km
  15. Turn right onto Fleet Street
    1.2 km
  16. Continue straight onto Settlers Way
    136.1 km
  17. Continue straight onto Southwell Road
    98.5 km
  18. Take the ramp slight left towards N2: Port Elizabeth
    0.5 km
  19. Merge slight right
    46.8 km
  20. Take the exit ramp slight left towards M4
    0.3 km
  21. Keep slight right at the fork towards N2
    0.2 km
  22. Merge slight right
    197.6 km
  23. Continue straight
    32.7 km
  24. At the roundabout, take the 1st exit
    0.0 km
  25. Continue
    1.7 km
  26. At the roundabout, take the 2nd exit
    0.0 km
  27. Continue
    4.0 km
  28. Continue straight
    27.0 km
  29. You have arrived at your destination
    0.0 km
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Tolls on this route

R
Tolls found 11
Known total R500.00
Main toll road N2 - North Coast Toll Road
This route includes 11 toll points from our database. The strongest toll-road match is N2 - North Coast Toll Road.
Tsitsikamma
Road: Road not linked yet
R73.00
Umtentweni
Road: Road not linked yet
R17.50
Tsitsikamma
Road: Road not linked yet
R73.00
Oribi
Road: Road not linked yet
R41.00
Oribi
Road: Road not linked yet
R41.00
Oribi
Road: Road not linked yet
R41.00
Oribi
Road: Road not linked yet
R41.00
Tsitsikamma
Road: Road not linked yet
R73.00
Umtentweni
Road: Road not linked yet
R17.50
Oribi
Road: Road not linked yet
R41.00
Oribi
Road: Road not linked yet
R41.00
Stop Stopover sign
Halfway point
597.9 km
Mid-route position Road corridor partition
50 / 50
Time partition Start / finish split
7 hrs 5 min • 7 hrs 5 min
Waypoint reference Nearest route marker
Mid-route reference
Loc Route geography
Route geography
Durban → Knysna
Start and destination context
Start area Origin
Durban
Destination area Arrival
Knysna, Western Cape
Road span Street reference
— • —
Post Postal reference
Postal reference
— • —
Durban → Knysna
Durban Origin postcode
Not available
Knysna Destination postcode
Not available
Province span Route area
South Africa
Set Nearby route set
Nearby route set
Cape Town to George
3 other similar routes
Cape Town to George Overlapping province
823.3 km
Johannesburg to Polokwane Similar distance
902.7 km
Gqeberha to East London Similar distance
957.2 km
Rev Related route set
Related route set
Knysna → Durban
Durban ↔ Knysna
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Route atlas

Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

ZA-ATLAS
Origin Durban -29.86183, 31.00991
Midpoint
597.9 km
Total: 1,195.8 km
Midpoint 597.9 km
1,195.8 km 14 hrs 10 min
Destination Knysna -34.03573, 23.04849

Route sheet

Route class Resolved South Africa route
Province span South Africa
One-way road span 1,195.8 km
Return-cycle span 2,391.6 km
Traversal time 14 hrs 10 min
Maneuver count 29
Maneuver density 2.4 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 597.9 km

Coordinate frame

Start -29.86183, 31.00991
Midpoint -32.65415, 27.97630
End -34.03573, 23.04849
Destination services

Available in Knysna

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 2 nearby matches around Knysna
2
Nearby category Clothing stores Top 5 nearby matches around Knysna
5
  • Gypsy Bloo
    Gypsy Bloo, Memorial Square, Upper Central Town, Knysna Ward 10, Knysna Local Municipality, Garden Route District Municipality, Western Cape, 6570, South Africa
  • Edgars
    Edgars, Spring Street, Upper Central Town, Knysna Ward 10, Knysna Local Municipality, Garden Route District Municipality, Western Cape, 6570, South Africa
  • Norseman Menswear
    Norseman Menswear, Main Road, Lower Central Town, Knysna Ward 10, Knysna Local Municipality, Garden Route District Municipality, Western Cape, 6570, South Africa
  • Jet
    Jet, Main Road, Lower Central Town, Knysna Ward 10, Knysna Local Municipality, Garden Route District Municipality, Western Cape, 6570, South Africa
  • Yo Kimono
    Queen Street, Knysna, 6571
Nearby category Fuel stations and garages Top 1 nearby match around Knysna
1
Nearby category Supermarkets Top 6 nearby matches around Knysna
6
Destination brief

Travelling to Knysna

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

Signature Lagoon and forests
Standout
Knysna stands out for its estuary, indigenous forests and the dramatic Knysna Heads, giving it a stronger natural identity than a simple Garden Route stop.
Best for Who this destination suits
Garden Route base Lagoon views Food weekend Forest and beach mix
Arrival What to expect on arrival
The final stop matters. A stay near the lagoon, Leisure Isle, the Heads or the forest side can feel like very different versions of Knysna.
Regional base Good base for nearby trips
Use Knysna as a Garden Route base for lagoon town time, forest drives, nearby beaches and short hops to Plettenberg Bay, Sedgefield and Wilderness.
Destination facts Quick reference details
Garden Route destination
Known for the Knysna Heads and estuary
Surrounded by indigenous forest and coastline
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Route FAQ

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Questions 9
How far is Durban from Knysna? +
Durban is about 1,195.8 km from Knysna by road.
How long does it take from Durban to Knysna? +
The drive usually takes about 14 hrs 10 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from Durban to Knysna 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 Knysna? +
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 Knysna? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R2,001.74 (R23.25 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R2,011.21 (R23.36 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R2,229.89 (R25.90 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R2,247.97 (R26.11 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from Durban to Knysna? +
Yes. There are 11 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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Route Locations

Start area
Durban
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available
Destination area
Knysna, Western Cape
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available

Distance comparisons

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