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Distance from Harrismith to Durban

Harrismith to Durban is a solid inter-town journey, covering about 296.9 km in roughly 3 hrs 25 min.

N Harrismith → Durban
Road distance
296.9 km
184.5 mi • 160.3 nmi
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
253.5 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
1.17×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
17
Info Travel board
Travel time
3 hrs 25 min
Return: 6 hrs 50 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
3 hrs 25 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
86.8 km/h
Stop-adjusted ETA 1 planned rest stop
3 hrs 40 min
Fuel Service sign
Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R496.98
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R499.34
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R553.63
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R558.12
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R655.74
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R658.85
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R730.48
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R736.41
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R862.82
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R866.90
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R961.16
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R968.96
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Wx Destination weather
Today's outlook for Durban
20.5°C
Overcast
Feels like Perceived temperature
21.9°C
Day range High / low
H 26° • L 20°
Rain chance Today's probability
5%
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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296.9 km 3 hrs 25 min
Start Harrismith
Finish Durban
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Start point
Destination
Driving route
Navigation sign

Turn-by-turn directions

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  1. Head on Warden Street
    0.0 km
  2. Continue make a U-turn onto Warden Street
    0.5 km
  3. Turn right onto King Street
    0.5 km
  4. At the roundabout, take the 1st exit onto McKechnie Street
    0.1 km
  5. Continue onto McKechnie Street
    0.0 km
  6. Turn left
    1.4 km
  7. Merge slight right
    262.2 km
  8. Keep slight right at the fork towards N3: Durban
    9.3 km
  9. Keep slight left at the fork
    20.3 km
  10. Take the exit ramp slight left towards M13: Berea
    0.3 km
  11. Go straight onto King Dinuzulu Road
    0.9 km
  12. Turn right onto Botanic Gardens Road
    0.1 km
  13. Continue straight onto Cleaver Road
    0.2 km
  14. Turn left onto Che Guevara Road
    0.8 km
  15. Turn left onto Magwaza Maphalala Street
    0.1 km
  16. Keep slight right at the fork onto Che Guevara Road
    0.2 km
  17. You have arrived at your destination
    0.0 km
Navigation sign

Tolls on this route

R
Tolls found 14
Known total R707.00
Main toll road N3
This route includes 14 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
Mooi Ramp Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R49.00
Mooi
Road: Road not linked yet
R70.00
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
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
Stop Stopover sign
Halfway point
148.5 km
Mid-route position Road corridor partition
50 / 50
Time partition Start / finish split
1 hr 42 min • 1 hr 42 min
Waypoint reference Nearest route marker
Mid-route reference
Loc Route geography
Route geography
Harrismith → Durban
Start and destination context
Start area Origin
Harrismith, Free State
Destination area Arrival
Durban
Road span Street reference
— • —
Post Postal reference
Postal reference
— • —
Harrismith → Durban
Harrismith 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
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3.8 km
Pretoria to Nelspruit Similar distance
20.5 km
Gqeberha to East London Similar distance
58.3 km
Rev Related route set
Related route set
Durban → Harrismith
Harrismith ↔ Durban
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Route atlas

Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

ZA-ATLAS
Origin Harrismith -28.27842, 29.13324
Midpoint
148.5 km
Total: 296.9 km
Midpoint 148.5 km
296.9 km 3 hrs 25 min
Destination Durban -29.86183, 31.00991

Route sheet

Route class Resolved South Africa route
Province span South Africa
One-way road span 296.9 km
Return-cycle span 593.8 km
Traversal time 3 hrs 25 min
Maneuver count 17
Maneuver density 5.7 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 148.5 km

Coordinate frame

Start -28.27842, 29.13324
Midpoint -29.15090, 29.97038
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 Harrismith from Durban? +
Harrismith is about 296.9 km from Durban by road.
How long does it take from Harrismith to Durban? +
The drive usually takes about 3 hrs 25 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from Harrismith to Durban in one day? +
Yes, for many drivers this can be done in one day.
Is taxi available from Harrismith 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 Harrismith to Durban? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R496.98 (R23.25 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R499.34 (R23.36 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R553.63 (R25.90 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R558.12 (R26.11 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from Harrismith to Durban? +
Yes. There are 14 tollgates 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 long-trip warning on this route? +
This is a medium-to-long route. A fuel or refreshment stop is a good idea.
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
Harrismith, Free State
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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