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Distance from Mbekweni to Durban

Mbekweni to Durban is a full long-distance road trip, covering about 554.9 km in roughly 7 hrs 59 min.

N Mbekweni → Durban
Road distance
554.9 km
344.8 mi • 299.5 nmi
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
344.6 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
1.61×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
40
Info Travel board
Travel time
7 hrs 59 min
Return: 15 hrs 58 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
7 hrs 59 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
69.4 km/h
Stop-adjusted ETA 3 planned rest stops
8 hrs 44 min
Fuel Service sign
Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R928.83
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R933.22
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R1,034.70
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R1,043.09
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R1,225.54
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R1,231.34
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R1,365.22
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R1,376.29
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R1,612.55
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R1,620.18
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R1,796.35
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R1,810.91
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Fastest drive Direct drive estimate
7 hrs 59 min
Comfort drive Allows a short stop
8 hrs 14 min
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Route class Operational trip category
Local shared
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554.9 km 7 hrs 59 min
Start Mbekweni
Finish Durban
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  4. Turn left
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  6. Turn slight left
    0.4 km
  7. At the end of the road, turn right
    4.7 km
  8. Turn left
    6.5 km
  9. Continue straight
    0.3 km
  10. Continue straight onto Alwynskop - Ha Khakhu Highway
    8.7 km
  11. Turn right
    0.4 km
  12. At the end of the road, turn right
    83.8 km
  13. Turn slight right
    30.9 km
  14. Turn slight right
    32.4 km
  15. Turn slight left
    10.4 km
  16. Turn slight left
    11.6 km
  17. Continue straight onto Main South 1
    2.9 km
  18. Continue slight left
    3.5 km
  19. At the roundabout, take the 2nd exit
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  20. Continue
    1.3 km
  21. Turn slight left
    31.2 km
  22. Go straight onto Station Road
    1.7 km
  23. Turn right onto Market Street
    0.4 km
  24. Turn left onto Main Street
    67.9 km
  25. Turn right onto Hope Street
    2.8 km
  26. Turn right
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  29. At the roundabout, take the 2nd exit
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  30. Continue
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  31. At the end of the road, turn left
    0.2 km
  32. Continue straight
    129.5 km
  33. Take the exit ramp left towards N2: Durban
    0.6 km
  34. Continue straight
    105.1 km
  35. Keep slight left at the fork onto Inkosi Albert Luthuli Freeway
    13.4 km
  36. Take the exit ramp slight left towards Berea
    0.2 km
  37. Go straight onto Che Guevara Road
    0.2 km
  38. Turn right
    0.1 km
  39. Go straight onto Che Guevara Road
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  40. You have arrived at your destination
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Tolls on this route

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Tolls found 8
Known total R281.00
Main toll road N2 - North Coast Toll Road
This route includes 8 toll points from our database. The strongest toll-road match is N2 - North Coast Toll Road.
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
Umtentweni
Road: Road not linked yet
R17.50
Oribi
Road: Road not linked yet
R41.00
Oribi
Road: Road not linked yet
R41.00
Umtentweni
Road: Road not linked yet
R17.50
Stop Stopover sign
Halfway point
277.5 km
Mid-route position Road corridor partition
50 / 50
Time partition Start / finish split
3 hrs 59 min • 3 hrs 59 min
Waypoint reference Nearest route marker
Mid-route reference
Loc Route geography
Route geography
Mbekweni → Durban
Start and destination context
Start area Origin
Mbekweni
Destination area Arrival
Durban
Road span Street reference
— • —
Post Postal reference
Postal reference
— • —
Mbekweni → Durban
Mbekweni Origin postcode
Not available
Durban 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 Similar distance
182.4 km
Johannesburg to Polokwane Similar distance
261.8 km
Pretoria to Nelspruit Similar distance
278.4 km
Rev Related route set
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Durban → Mbekweni
Mbekweni ↔ Durban
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Route atlas

Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

ZA-ATLAS
Origin Mbekweni -30.37997, 27.47773
Midpoint
277.5 km
Total: 554.9 km
Midpoint 277.5 km
554.9 km 7 hrs 59 min
Destination Durban -29.86183, 31.00991

Route sheet

Route class Resolved South Africa route
Province span South Africa
One-way road span 554.9 km
Return-cycle span 1,109.7 km
Traversal time 7 hrs 59 min
Maneuver count 40
Maneuver density 7.2 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 277.5 km

Coordinate frame

Start -30.37997, 27.47773
Midpoint -30.45305, 29.24137
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 Mbekweni from Durban? +
Mbekweni is about 554.9 km from Durban by road.
How long does it take from Mbekweni to Durban? +
The drive usually takes about 7 hrs 59 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from Mbekweni 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 Mbekweni 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 Mbekweni to Durban? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R928.83 (R23.25 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R933.22 (R23.36 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R1,034.70 (R25.90 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R1,043.09 (R26.11 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from Mbekweni to Durban? +
Yes. There are 8 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

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: Durban
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Berea
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Coast
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Beaches
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Pietermaritzburg
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Victoria Emb
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Route Locations

Start area
Mbekweni
Suburb: Not available
Road: Not available
Postal code: Not available
Destination area
Durban
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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.

Cape Town to George Similar distance
About 372.4 km Difference: 182.4 km
Johannesburg to Polokwane Similar distance
About 293.1 km Difference: 261.8 km
Pretoria to Nelspruit Similar distance
About 276.4 km Difference: 278.4 km
Gqeberha to East London Similar distance
About 238.6 km Difference: 316.3 km
East London to Mthatha Similar distance
About 178.6 km Difference: 376.3 km

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