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Distance from Lower Mall to Durban

Lower Mall to Durban is a full long-distance road trip, covering about 707.7 km in roughly 8 hrs 40 min.

N Lower Mall → Durban
Road distance
707.7 km
439.7 mi • 382.0 nmi
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
491.8 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
1.44×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
36
Info Travel board
Travel time
8 hrs 40 min
Return: 17 hrs 20 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
8 hrs 40 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
81.7 km/h
Stop-adjusted ETA 4 planned rest stops
9 hrs 40 min
Fuel Service sign
Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R1,184.66
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R1,190.26
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R1,319.68
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R1,330.38
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R1,563.09
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R1,570.48
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R1,741.25
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R1,755.37
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R2,056.70
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R2,066.43
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R2,291.12
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R2,309.69
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Fastest drive Direct drive estimate
8 hrs 40 min
Comfort drive Allows a short stop
8 hrs 55 min
Taxi Local commuter
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Route class Operational trip category
Local shared
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707.7 km 8 hrs 40 min
Start Lower Mall
Finish Durban
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Turn-by-turn directions

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  1. Head on Lower Level
    0.1 km
  2. Turn right onto Upper Level
    0.0 km
  3. Continue make a U-turn onto Upper Level
    0.2 km
  4. Turn right onto Government Boulevard
    0.3 km
  5. Turn left onto Madiba Drive
    0.9 km
  6. Turn right
    0.8 km
  7. At the roundabout, take the 3rd exit
    0.1 km
  8. Continue
    0.3 km
  9. At the roundabout, take the 1st exit onto Sabie Road
    0.1 km
  10. Continue onto Sabie Road
    0.4 km
  11. Take the ramp left towards N4
    0.5 km
  12. Merge slight right onto Northern Bypass
    26.8 km
  13. Take the exit ramp slight left towards R539
    0.7 km
  14. Continue straight onto Schoemanskloof
    60.7 km
  15. Take the ramp left
    0.3 km
  16. Turn right
    8.7 km
  17. Take the exit ramp slight left towards R36: Machadodorp
    0.5 km
  18. Go straight
    1.2 km
  19. Turn right onto Quitzow Street
    101.9 km
  20. Continue straight
    7.7 km
  21. Turn left onto Kerk Street
    2.3 km
  22. Continue straight onto De Emigratie Street
    252.1 km
  23. Turn left
    2.6 km
  24. Turn right
    12.4 km
  25. Take the exit ramp left towards N3: Pietermaritzburg
    0.9 km
  26. Merge slight right
    193.0 km
  27. Keep slight right at the fork towards N3: Durban
    9.3 km
  28. Keep slight left at the fork
    20.3 km
  29. Take the exit ramp slight left towards M13: Berea
    0.3 km
  30. Go straight onto King Dinuzulu Road
    0.9 km
  31. Turn right onto Botanic Gardens Road
    0.1 km
  32. Continue straight onto Cleaver Road
    0.2 km
  33. Turn left onto Che Guevara Road
    0.8 km
  34. Turn left onto Magwaza Maphalala Street
    0.1 km
  35. Keep slight right at the fork onto Che Guevara Road
    0.2 km
  36. You have arrived at your destination
    0.0 km
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Tolls on this route

R
Tolls found 15
Known total R693.00
Main toll road N4
This route includes 15 toll points from our database. The strongest toll-road match is N4.
Mooi Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R70.00
Mooi Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R70.00
Machado Toll Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R126.00
Mooi Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R70.00
Bergville
Road: Road not linked yet
R30.00
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
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
Bergville
Road: Road not linked yet
R30.00
Mooi
Road: Road not linked yet
R70.00
Mooi Ramp Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R49.00
Stop Stopover sign
Halfway point
354.4 km
Mid-route position Road corridor partition
50 / 50
Time partition Start / finish split
4 hrs 20 min • 4 hrs 20 min
Waypoint reference Nearest route marker
Mid-route reference
Loc Route geography
Route geography
Lower Mall → Durban
Start and destination context
Start area Origin
Lower Mall, Mpumalanga
Destination area Arrival
Durban
Road span Street reference
— • —
Post Postal reference
Postal reference
— • —
Lower Mall → Durban
Lower Mall Origin postcode
Not available
Durban Destination postcode
Not available
Province span Route area
South Africa
Set Nearby route set
Nearby route set
Pretoria to Nelspruit
3 other similar routes
Pretoria to Nelspruit Overlapping province
431.3 km
Johannesburg to Polokwane Similar distance
414.6 km
Cape Town to George Similar distance
335.2 km
Rev Related route set
Related route set
Durban → Lower Mall
Lower Mall ↔ Durban
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Route atlas

Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

ZA-ATLAS
Origin Lower Mall -25.43904, 30.96850
Midpoint
354.4 km
Total: 707.7 km
Midpoint 354.4 km
707.7 km 8 hrs 40 min
Destination Durban -29.86183, 31.00991

Route sheet

Route class Resolved South Africa route
Province span South Africa
One-way road span 707.7 km
Return-cycle span 1,415.4 km
Traversal time 8 hrs 40 min
Maneuver count 36
Maneuver density 5.1 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 354.4 km

Coordinate frame

Start -25.43904, 30.96850
Midpoint -27.67222, 29.96653
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
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Questions 9
How far is Lower Mall from Durban? +
Lower Mall is about 707.7 km from Durban by road.
How long does it take from Lower Mall to Durban? +
The drive usually takes about 8 hrs 40 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from Lower Mall to Durban 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 Lower Mall 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 Lower Mall to Durban? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R1,184.66 (R23.25 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R1,190.26 (R23.36 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R1,319.68 (R25.90 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R1,330.38 (R26.11 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from Lower Mall to Durban? +
Yes. There are 15 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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Towns along the route

Lower Level
From Lower Mall To Durban
Upper Level
From Lower Mall To Durban
Government Boulevard
From Lower Mall To Durban
ern Bypass
From Lower Mall To Durban
Schoemanskloof
From Lower Mall To Durban
: Machadodorp
From Lower Mall To Durban
Carolina
From Lower Mall To Durban
: Pietermaritzburg
From Lower Mall To Durban
: Durban
From Lower Mall To Durban
: Berea
From Lower Mall To Durban

Route Locations

Start area
Lower Mall, Mpumalanga
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

Here are similar South African routes with a close travel distance, prioritised by the same province or matching province pair where possible.

Pretoria to Nelspruit Overlapping province
About 276.4 km Difference: 431.3 km
Johannesburg to Polokwane Similar distance
About 293.1 km Difference: 414.6 km
Cape Town to George Similar distance
About 372.4 km Difference: 335.2 km
Mbombela to Middelburg Overlapping province
About 154.5 km Difference: 553.2 km
Gqeberha to East London Similar distance
About 238.6 km Difference: 469.1 km

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