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Distance from Mariannhill to Durban

Mariannhill to Durban is a short everyday drive, covering about 21.8 km in roughly 18 min.

N Mariannhill → Durban
Road distance
21.8 km
13.6 mi • 11.8 nmi
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
18.0 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
1.22×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
14
Info Travel board
Travel time
18 min
Return: 37 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
18 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
69.7 km/h
Stop-adjusted ETA 0 planned rest stops
18 min
Fuel Service sign
Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R36.53
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R36.70
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R40.69
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R41.02
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R48.20
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R48.43
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R53.69
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R54.13
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R63.42
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R63.72
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R70.65
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R71.22
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Fastest drive Direct drive estimate
18 min
Comfort drive Allows a short stop
33 min
Taxi Local commuter
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Route class Operational trip category
Local shared
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21.8 km 18 min
Start Mariannhill
Finish Durban
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Turn-by-turn directions

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  1. Start your journey
    0.0 km
  2. Turn left onto Abbot Francis Road
    0.1 km
  3. Continue slight left onto Abbot Francis Road
    1.0 km
  4. Turn left onto Richmond Road
    1.2 km
  5. Turn right towards N3: Durban
    0.5 km
  6. Merge slight right
    16.5 km
  7. Take the exit ramp slight left towards M13: Berea
    0.3 km
  8. Go straight onto King Dinuzulu Road
    0.9 km
  9. Turn right onto Botanic Gardens Road
    0.1 km
  10. Continue straight onto Cleaver Road
    0.2 km
  11. Turn left onto Che Guevara Road
    0.8 km
  12. Turn left onto Magwaza Maphalala Street
    0.1 km
  13. Keep slight right at the fork onto Che Guevara Road
    0.2 km
  14. You have arrived at your destination
    0.0 km
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Tolls on this route

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Tolls found 0
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Main toll road N3
We found matching toll-road records for this route, but no tollgate point was close enough to the route line to display as a confirmed route toll.
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Stop Stopover sign
Halfway point
10.9 km
Mid-route position Road corridor partition
50 / 50
Time partition Start / finish split
9 min • 9 min
Waypoint reference Nearest route marker
Mid-route reference
Loc Route geography
Route geography
Mariannhill → Durban
Start and destination context
Start area Origin
Mariannhill
Destination area Arrival
Durban
Road span Street reference
— • —
Post Postal reference
Postal reference
— • —
Mariannhill → Durban
Mariannhill Origin postcode
Not available
Durban Destination postcode
Not available
Province span Route area
South Africa
Set Nearby route set
Nearby route set
Pietermaritzburg to Howick
3 other similar routes
Pietermaritzburg to Howick Similar distance
2.0 km
Durban to Ballito Similar distance
18.3 km
Durban to Pietermaritzburg Similar distance
46.5 km
Rev Related route set
Related route set
Durban → Mariannhill
Mariannhill ↔ Durban
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Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

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Origin Mariannhill -29.84528, 30.82472
Midpoint
10.9 km
Total: 21.8 km
Midpoint 10.9 km
21.8 km 18 min
Destination Durban -29.86183, 31.00991

Route sheet

Route class Resolved South Africa route
Province span South Africa
One-way road span 21.8 km
Return-cycle span 43.6 km
Traversal time 18 min
Maneuver count 14
Maneuver density 64.2 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 10.9 km

Coordinate frame

Start -29.84528, 30.82472
Midpoint -29.84095, 30.91565
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 8
How far is Mariannhill from Durban? +
Mariannhill is about 21.8 km from Durban by road.
How long does it take from Mariannhill to Durban? +
The drive usually takes about 18 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from Mariannhill to Durban in one day? +
Yes, for many drivers this can be done in one day.
Is taxi available from Mariannhill 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 Mariannhill to Durban? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R36.53 (R23.25 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R36.70 (R23.36 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R40.69 (R25.90 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R41.02 (R26.11 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from Mariannhill to Durban? +
No tollgates are currently matched for this route.
What is the route verdict for this trip? +
Easy local trip: This looks like a short and simple trip for most drivers.
Is there a road note for this route? +
This is mostly a short local route. National roads appear in this route, so watch for toll signs and busier sections.
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Towns along the route

: Durban
From Mariannhill To Durban
: Berea
From Mariannhill To Durban

Route Locations

Start area
Mariannhill
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.

Pietermaritzburg to Howick Similar distance
About 19.8 km Difference: 2.0 km
Durban to Ballito Similar distance
About 40.1 km Difference: 18.3 km
Durban to Pietermaritzburg Similar distance
About 68.3 km Difference: 46.5 km
Johannesburg to Soweto Similar distance
About 19.9 km Difference: 1.9 km
Johannesburg to Benoni Similar distance
About 27.3 km Difference: 5.5 km

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