Pietermaritzburg → Richards Bay
The drive from Pietermaritzburg (KwaZulu-Natal) to Richards Bay (KwaZulu-Natal) is250 km, taking around 2h 36m.You'll pass 4 SANRAL toll plazas on the way.
Toll plazas on the way
- 1Mariannhill Toll PlazaN3 • SANRALR 16,50
- 2oThongathi (Tongaat) Toll PlazaN2 • SANRALR 15,50
- 3Mvoti Toll PlazaN2 • SANRALR 18,50
- 4Mtunzini Toll PlazaN2 • SANRALR 63,50
Frequently asked
How long does it take to drive from Pietermaritzburg to Richards Bay?
2h 36m of driving, about 250 km. Add a 30 to 60 minute buffer for fuel stops and traffic, especially during December and Easter.
How much does fuel cost from Pietermaritzburg to Richards Bay?
A sedan burning 7L/100km will use 17.5 litres at the current ULP 95 price of R25.58/L, about R 448. SUVs, bakkies and trucks burn more; bikes burn less.
How many toll gates are there from Pietermaritzburg to Richards Bay?
4 toll plazas, totalling R 114 for a Class 1 light vehicle.
What's the total cost of driving from Pietermaritzburg to Richards Bay?
For a single sedan at today's fuel and toll prices, around R 562 one-way. Round trip works out to roughly R 1 123.
Is it cheaper to drive or fly between Pietermaritzburg and Richards Bay?
Driving costs about R 562 for the vehicle, regardless of how many people are in it. Flights vary, but as a rule of thumb: 3 or more people splitting the drive almost always beats flying once you factor in airport transfers and luggage.
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Distance and duration estimated using OpenStreetMap geometry × a 1.3 routing factor (Phase 1.5 replaces this with live OpenRouteService data). Toll tariffs last verified 25 August 2026. Fuel prices effective 5 August 2026. Round-trip cost is simply ×2; actual costs vary with traffic, fuel pump variation, and how often you stop.