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Distance from Eshowe to Airport

Eshowe to Airport is a solid inter-town journey, covering about 177.2 km in roughly 2 hrs 7 min.

N Eshowe → Airport
Road distance
177.2 km
110.1 mi • 95.7 nmi
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
139.7 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
1.27×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
8
Info Travel board
Travel time
2 hrs 7 min
Return: 4 hrs 15 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
2 hrs 7 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
83.4 km/h
Stop-adjusted ETA 1 planned rest stop
2 hrs 22 min
Fuel Service sign
Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R296.69
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R298.09
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R330.50
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R333.18
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R391.46
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R393.31
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R436.08
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R439.62
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R515.08
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R517.52
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R573.79
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R578.44
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Wx Destination weather
Today's outlook for Airport
16.9°C
Overcast
Feels like Perceived temperature
17.0°C
Day range High / low
H 25° • L 16°
Rain chance Today's probability
48%
Wind 10m wind speed
11 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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177.2 km 2 hrs 7 min
Start Eshowe
Finish Airport
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Start point
Destination
Driving route
Navigation sign

Turn-by-turn directions

↑
  1. Head on Kangela Street
    1.0 km
  2. Turn left
    0.0 km
  3. Go straight
    76.8 km
  4. Continue straight
    94.5 km
  5. Turn left
    3.8 km
  6. Turn right onto Wes Street
    1.0 km
  7. Turn right onto Airport
    0.2 km
  8. You have arrived at your destination
    0.0 km
Stop Stopover sign
Halfway point
88.7 km
Mid-route position Road corridor partition
50 / 50
Time partition Start / finish split
1 hr 3 min • 1 hr 3 min
Waypoint reference Nearest route marker
Mid-route reference
Loc Route geography
Route geography
Eshowe → Airport
Start and destination context
Start area Origin
Eshowe
Destination area Arrival
Airport, KwaZulu-Natal
Road span Street reference
— • —
Post Postal reference
Postal reference
— • —
Eshowe → Airport
Eshowe Origin postcode
Not available
Airport Destination postcode
Not available
Province span Route area
South Africa
Set Nearby route set
Nearby route set
Durban to Richards Bay
3 other similar routes
Durban to Richards Bay Overlapping province
22.1 km
Mbombela to Middelburg Similar distance
22.7 km
Durban to Port Shepstone Overlapping province
65.0 km
Rev Related route set
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Airport → Eshowe
Eshowe ↔ Airport
Eshowe to Johannesburg Related trip
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Route atlas

Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

ZA-ATLAS
Origin Eshowe -28.88919, 31.47044
Midpoint
88.7 km
Total: 177.2 km
Midpoint 88.7 km
177.2 km 2 hrs 7 min
Destination Airport -27.78531, 30.78817

Route sheet

Route class Resolved South Africa route
Province span South Africa
One-way road span 177.2 km
Return-cycle span 354.5 km
Traversal time 2 hrs 7 min
Maneuver count 8
Maneuver density 4.5 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 88.7 km

Coordinate frame

Start -28.88919, 31.47044
Midpoint -28.32966, 31.25638
End -27.78531, 30.78817
Destination services

Available in Airport

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 Pharmacies
Nearby category Schools Top 6 nearby matches around Airport
6
Nearby category Clothing stores Top 4 nearby matches around Airport
4
Nearby category Banks Top 3 nearby matches around Airport
3
Nearby category Fuel stations and garages Top 6 nearby matches around Airport
6
  • Engen
    Emmett Street, Vryheid
  • BP
    155 Kerk Street, Vryheid, 3100, KwaZulu-Natal
  • Shell
    231 Kerk Street, Vryheid, 3100, KwaZulu-Natal
  • Shell Select
    3100, KwaZulu-Natal
  • Engen
    Kerk Street, Vryheid
  • Engen
    Vryheid
Nearby category Supermarkets Top 6 nearby matches around Airport
6
Nearby category Pharmacies Top 1 nearby match around Airport
1
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Questions 8
How far is Eshowe from Airport? +
Eshowe is about 177.2 km from Airport by road.
How long does it take from Eshowe to Airport? +
The drive usually takes about 2 hrs 7 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from Eshowe to Airport in one day? +
Yes, for many drivers this can be done in one day.
Is taxi available from Eshowe to Airport? +
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 Eshowe to Airport? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R296.69 (R23.25 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R298.09 (R23.36 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R330.50 (R25.90 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R333.18 (R26.11 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from Eshowe to Airport? +
No tollgates are 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 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. This route looks more local or regional, but always check signs and road conditions on the day.
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Route Locations

Start area
Eshowe
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available
Destination area
Airport, KwaZulu-Natal
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.

Durban to Richards Bay Overlapping province
About 155.2 km Difference: 22.1 km
Mbombela to Middelburg Similar distance
About 154.5 km Difference: 22.7 km
Durban to Port Shepstone Overlapping province
About 112.2 km Difference: 65.0 km
East London to Mthatha Similar distance
About 178.6 km Difference: 1.3 km
Rustenburg to Mahikeng Similar distance
About 161.5 km Difference: 15.7 km

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