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Distance from New Germany to Durban

New Germany to Durban is a short everyday drive, covering about 18.1 km in roughly 17 min.

N New Germany → Durban
Road distance
18.1 km
11.2 mi • 9.8 nmi
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
14.1 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
1.29×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
18
Info Travel board
Travel time
17 min
Return: 35 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
17 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
60.7 km/h
Stop-adjusted ETA 0 planned rest stops
17 min
Fuel Service sign
Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R30.27
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R30.41
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R33.72
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R33.99
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R39.93
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R40.12
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R44.49
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R44.85
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R52.55
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R52.79
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R58.53
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R59.01
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Fastest drive Direct drive estimate
17 min
Comfort drive Allows a short stop
32 min
Taxi Local commuter
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Route class Operational trip category
Local shared
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18.1 km 17 min
Start New Germany
Finish Durban
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Turn-by-turn directions

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  1. Start your journey
    0.1 km
  2. Turn left onto Valley View Road
    0.3 km
  3. Turn left
    0.1 km
  4. Go straight onto Escom Road
    1.7 km
  5. Turn left onto Josiah Gumede Road
    0.2 km
  6. Turn right onto Stapleton Road
    0.5 km
  7. Take the ramp slight left towards M13: Westville
    0.3 km
  8. Merge slight right onto J.S. Marwick Highway
    0.3 km
  9. Take the exit ramp slight left towards N3
    1.2 km
  10. Merge slight left
    10.8 km
  11. Take the exit ramp slight left towards M13: Berea
    0.3 km
  12. Go straight onto King Dinuzulu Road
    0.9 km
  13. Turn right onto Botanic Gardens Road
    0.1 km
  14. Continue straight onto Cleaver Road
    0.2 km
  15. Turn left onto Che Guevara Road
    0.8 km
  16. Turn left onto Magwaza Maphalala Street
    0.1 km
  17. Keep slight right at the fork onto Che Guevara Road
    0.2 km
  18. 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
9.0 km
Mid-route position Road corridor partition
50 / 50
Time partition Start / finish split
8 min • 8 min
Waypoint reference Nearest route marker
Mid-route reference
Loc Route geography
Route geography
New Germany → Durban
Start and destination context
Start area Origin
New Germany
Destination area Arrival
Durban
Road span Street reference
— • —
Post Postal reference
Postal reference
— • —
New Germany → Durban
New Germany 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
1.8 km
Durban to Ballito Similar distance
22.1 km
Durban to Pietermaritzburg Similar distance
50.3 km
Rev Related route set
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Durban → New Germany
New Germany ↔ Durban
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Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

ZA-ATLAS
Origin New Germany -29.80500, 30.87972
Midpoint
9.0 km
Total: 18.1 km
Midpoint 9.0 km
18.1 km 17 min
Destination Durban -29.86183, 31.00991

Route sheet

Route class Resolved South Africa route
Province span South Africa
One-way road span 18.1 km
Return-cycle span 36.2 km
Traversal time 17 min
Maneuver count 18
Maneuver density 99.6 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 9.0 km

Coordinate frame

Start -29.80500, 30.87972
Midpoint -29.84788, 30.93269
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 New Germany from Durban? +
New Germany is about 18.1 km from Durban by road.
How long does it take from New Germany to Durban? +
The drive usually takes about 17 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from New Germany to Durban in one day? +
Yes, for many drivers this can be done in one day.
Is taxi available from New Germany 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 New Germany to Durban? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R30.27 (R23.25 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R30.41 (R23.36 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R33.72 (R25.90 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R33.99 (R26.11 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from New Germany 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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Route Locations

Start area
New Germany
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: 1.8 km
Durban to Ballito Similar distance
About 40.1 km Difference: 22.1 km
Durban to Pietermaritzburg Similar distance
About 68.3 km Difference: 50.3 km
Johannesburg to Soweto Similar distance
About 19.9 km Difference: 1.8 km
Johannesburg to Benoni Similar distance
About 27.3 km Difference: 9.3 km

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