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Distance from Station Place to Durban

Station Place to Durban is a full long-distance road trip, covering about 617.3 km in roughly 7 hrs 4 min.

N Station Place → Durban
Road distance
617.3 km
383.6 mi • 333.3 nmi
Geodesic Direct point-to-point reference
532.7 km
Road multiplier Route-to-direct distance ratio
1.16×
Navigation steps Instruction count in route set
26
Info Travel board
Travel time
7 hrs 4 min
Return: 14 hrs 8 min
Rolling runtime Engine-calculated drive duration
7 hrs 4 min
Average velocity Distance over route runtime
87.3 km/h
Stop-adjusted ETA 3 planned rest stops
7 hrs 49 min
Fuel Service sign
Estimated fuel cost - 7.2 L/100km
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R1,033.38
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R1,038.27
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R1,151.17
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R1,160.50
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R1,363.49
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R1,369.94
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R1,518.90
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R1,531.22
93 Petrol R23.25 / litre
R1,794.07
95 Petrol R23.36 / litre
R1,802.56
Diesel 500ppm R25.90 / litre
R1,998.55
Diesel 50ppm R26.11 / litre
R2,014.76
See more fuel details from Station Place to Durban
Wx Destination weather
Today's outlook for Durban
19.4°C
Overcast
Feels like Perceived temperature
21.0°C
Day range High / low
H 31° • L 19°
Rain chance Today's probability
3%
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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Start, destination and route line.

617.3 km 7 hrs 4 min
Start Station Place
Finish Durban
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Start point
Destination
Driving route
Navigation sign

Turn-by-turn directions

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  1. Head on Station Place
    0.1 km
  2. Turn left onto Park Street
    0.1 km
  3. Turn left onto Festival Street
    0.4 km
  4. Turn left onto Pretorius Street
    3.2 km
  5. Turn left onto Nelson Mandela Drive
    3.2 km
  6. Continue straight onto Fountains Circle
    0.1 km
  7. Continue slight right onto Fountains Circle
    0.1 km
  8. Turn right onto Christina de Wit Avenue towards M7: Proclamation Hill
    1.1 km
  9. Turn right onto Eeufees Road
    0.1 km
  10. Take the ramp left
    0.8 km
  11. Merge slight right onto Ben Schoeman Highway
    30.3 km
  12. Take the exit ramp slight left towards N1: Germiston
    0.3 km
  13. Keep slight left at the fork towards N1: Germiston
    0.7 km
  14. Merge slight right onto Eastern Bypass
    22.1 km
  15. Keep slight left at the fork
    58.7 km
  16. Keep slight left at the fork
    464.0 km
  17. Keep slight right at the fork towards N3: Durban
    9.3 km
  18. Keep slight left at the fork
    20.3 km
  19. Take the exit ramp slight left towards M13: Berea
    0.3 km
  20. Go straight onto King Dinuzulu Road
    0.9 km
  21. Turn right onto Botanic Gardens Road
    0.1 km
  22. Continue straight onto Cleaver Road
    0.2 km
  23. Turn left onto Che Guevara Road
    0.8 km
  24. Turn left onto Magwaza Maphalala Street
    0.1 km
  25. Keep slight right at the fork onto Che Guevara Road
    0.2 km
  26. You have arrived at your destination
    0.0 km
Navigation sign

Tolls on this route

R
Tolls found 39
Known total R1,445.00
Main toll road N3
This route includes 39 toll points from our database. The strongest toll-road match is N3. 10 Gauteng open-road / gantry toll points are shown as R0.00 because GFIP e-toll charging ended from 12 April 2024.
Mooi Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R70.00
e-Toll Sunbird
Road: Road not linked yet
R0.00
Unnamed e-Toll gantry near -26.222, 28.128
Road: GFIP / Gauteng e-Toll network
R0.00
Mooi Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R70.00
Mooi Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R70.00
Tugela
Road: Road not linked yet
R100.00
Unnamed e-Toll gantry near -26.153, 28.132
Road: GFIP / Gauteng e-Toll network
R0.00
Tugela
Road: Road not linked yet
R100.00
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
Unnamed e-Toll gantry near -26.093, 28.117
Road: GFIP / Gauteng e-Toll network
R0.00
Wilge
Road: Road not linked yet
R94.00
Wilge
Road: Road not linked yet
R94.00
Wilge
Road: 169
R94.00
Mariannhill Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R16.50
Mariannhill Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R16.50
Wilge
Road: Road not linked yet
R94.00
Mariannhill Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R16.50
Mariannhill Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R16.50
e-Toll Ivusi
Road: Road not linked yet
R0.00
Unnamed e-Toll gantry near -26.274, 28.149
Road: GFIP / Gauteng e-Toll network
R0.00
De Hoek
Road: Road not linked yet
R67.00
De Hoek
Road: Road not linked yet
R67.00
De Hoek
Road: Road not linked yet
R67.00
De Hoek
Road: Road not linked yet
R67.00
Unnamed e-Toll gantry near -26.187, 28.134
Road: GFIP / Gauteng e-Toll network
R0.00
Gosforth
Road: Road not linked yet
R17.00
Unnamed e-Toll gantry near -26.062, 28.107
Road: GFIP / Gauteng e-Toll network
R0.00
e-Toll Ihobe
Road: Road not linked yet
R0.00
Unnamed e-Toll gantry near -26.116, 28.133
Road: GFIP / Gauteng e-Toll network
R0.00
Gosforth
Road: Road not linked yet
R17.00
Mooi
Road: Road not linked yet
R70.00
Mooi Ramp Plaza
Road: Road not linked yet
R49.00
Unnamed e-Toll gantry near -26.245, 28.135
Road: GFIP / Gauteng e-Toll network
R0.00
Unnamed e-Toll gantry near -25.939, 28.140
Road: GFIP / Gauteng e-Toll network
R0.00
Bergville
Road: Road not linked yet
R30.00
Bergville
Road: Road not linked yet
R30.00
Unnamed e-Toll gantry near -26.167, 28.141
Road: GFIP / Gauteng e-Toll network
R0.00
Stop Stopover sign
Halfway point
309.1 km
Mid-route position Road corridor partition
50 / 50
Time partition Start / finish split
3 hrs 32 min • 3 hrs 32 min
Waypoint reference Nearest route marker
Mid-route reference
Loc Route geography
Route geography
Station Place → Durban
Start and destination context
Start area Origin
Station Place, Gauteng
Destination area Arrival
Durban
Road span Street reference
— • —
Post Postal reference
Postal reference
— • —
Station Place → Durban
Station Place 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
340.9 km
Johannesburg to Polokwane Overlapping province
324.3 km
Cape Town to George Similar distance
244.9 km
Rev Related route set
Related route set
Durban → Station Place
Station Place ↔ Durban
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Route atlas

Atlas Route Specification

Route sheet

ZA-ATLAS
Origin Station Place -25.74878, 28.23107
Midpoint
309.1 km
Total: 617.3 km
Midpoint 309.1 km
617.3 km 7 hrs 4 min
Destination Durban -29.86183, 31.00991

Route sheet

Route class Resolved South Africa route
Province span South Africa
One-way road span 617.3 km
Return-cycle span 1,234.6 km
Traversal time 7 hrs 4 min
Maneuver count 26
Maneuver density 4.2 /100 km
Midpoint chainage 309.1 km

Coordinate frame

Start -25.74878, 28.23107
Midpoint -28.19202, 29.09118
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 Station Place from Durban? +
Station Place is about 617.3 km from Durban by road.
How long does it take from Station Place to Durban? +
The drive usually takes about 7 hrs 4 min depending on traffic, stops, and road conditions.
Is it possible to drive from Station Place 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 Station Place 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 Station Place to Durban? +
Using an estimated consumption of 7.2 L/100km for this route, 93 Petrol is about R1,033.38 (R23.25 / litre), 95 Petrol is about R1,038.27 (R23.36 / litre), Diesel 500ppm is about R1,151.17 (R25.90 / litre), Diesel 50ppm is about R1,160.50 (R26.11 / litre). Actual fuel spend can vary by vehicle, traffic and driving style.
Are there any tollgates from Station Place to Durban? +
Yes. There are 39 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

Fountains Circle
From Station Place To Durban
: Proclamation Hill
From Station Place To Durban
Centurion
From Station Place To Durban
: Germiston
From Station Place To Durban
Roodepoort
From Station Place To Durban
Bloemfontein
From Station Place To Durban
ern Bypass
From Station Place To Durban
: Durban
From Station Place To Durban
: Berea
From Station Place To Durban

Route Locations

Start area
Station Place, Gauteng
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: 340.9 km
Johannesburg to Polokwane Overlapping province
About 293.1 km Difference: 324.3 km
Cape Town to George Similar distance
About 372.4 km Difference: 244.9 km
Gqeberha to East London Similar distance
About 238.6 km Difference: 378.7 km
Durban to Richards Bay Similar distance
About 155.2 km Difference: 462.1 km

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