Cost to drive from Cape Town to Durban
Toll fees effective 1 March 2026 · Fuel: R23.36/L inland (updated 2026-04-01)
Toll cost
R 114,00
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Toll breakdown
Class I (standard car) · mainline plazas only · effective 1 March 2026
| TsitsikammaStorms River (Garden Route) | R 73,00 |
| OribiHibberdene – Southbroom (South Coast KZN) | R 41,00 |
| Total tolls | R 114,00 |
Return trip: R 228,00 in tolls · Source: foresightpublications.co.za
How does your vehicle compare?
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| Vehicle | Fuel / Elec. | Total |
|---|---|---|
| Volkswagen Polo | R 2 141,88 | R 2 255,88 |
| Volkswagen Golf 8 | R 2 586,42 | R 2 700,42 |
| Toyota Fortuner | R 3 233,02 | R 3 347,02 |
| Toyota Hilux | R 3 435,09 | R 3 549,09 |
| Ford Ranger | R 3 273,44 | R 3 387,44 |
| Mercedes-Benz C200 | R 2 707,66 | R 2 821,66 |
| BMW 3 Series | R 2 505,59 | R 2 619,59 |
| Volkswagen Golf GTI | R 3 152,20 | R 3 266,20 |
| Toyota Corolla Cross | R 1 737,75 | R 1 851,75 |
| Tesla Model 3 | R 698,56 | R 812,56 |
| Tesla Model Y | R 792,32 | R 906,32 |
| BYD Atto 3 | R 717,31 | R 831,31 |
Toll gates on the N2 from Cape Town to Durban
Mainline toll plazas only — ramp tolls apply to specific exits and are not included in the total.
| Plaza | Class I fee | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Tsitsikamma | R 73.00 | ||
| Oribi | R 41.00 | ||
| Total (one way) | R 114.00 | ||
Source: foresightpublications.co.za · Tariffs effective 1 March 2026 · 3.12% SANRAL CPI adjustment
Cost by vehicle — Cape Town to Durban
Select your car to see the exact fuel and toll cost for this route.
Volkswagen Polo Vivo
5.9L/100km
R 2498
Toyota Corolla Quest
7L/100km
R 2943
Toyota Starlet
5.4L/100km
R 2296
Suzuki Swift
4.4L/100km
R 1892
Suzuki Baleno
5.4L/100km
R 2296
Haval Jolion
8.1L/100km
R 3387
Volkswagen Polo
5.3L/100km
R 2256
Volkswagen Golf 8
6.4L/100km
R 2700
Toyota Corolla Cross
8.1L/100km
R 3387
Hyundai i20
5.8L/100km
R 2458
Kia Picanto
5.2L/100km
R 2215
Renault Clio
5.7L/100km
R 2418
Tips for saving money on this trip
Fuel economy matters more than tolls on longer routes. A Polo 1.0 TSI uses about 38% less fuel than a Fortuner over the same distance. On the Cape Town to Durban trip (1730km), that difference can be R200–R500 depending on the vehicle.
Tyre pressure and speed have a measurable effect. Under-inflated tyres increase fuel use by up to 3%. Driving at 110km/h instead of 120km/h can reduce fuel consumption by 10–15% on a highway trip.
Toll payments. All major toll plazas on this route now accept contactless tap-and-go card payments — no need to keep cash. E-tags (Sanral e-toll) no longer apply in Gauteng as the e-toll system was scrapped.
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Frequently asked questions
How much are the tolls from Cape Town to Durban via the N2?
Two mainline tolls: Tsitsikamma (R73) near Storms River, and Oribi (R41) on the KZN South Coast near Port Shepstone. Total: R114 one way.
How long does it take to drive from Cape Town to Durban?
The N2 coastal route is approximately 1,730km and takes 16–18 hours of driving. Most people break this into a 3-day trip, stopping in Port Elizabeth and East London or Durban.
Is it better to drive Cape Town to Durban via the N2 or N3?
Via the N2 (coastal): 1,730km, more scenic, 2 tolls (R114). Via the N1+N3 inland through Johannesburg: approximately 1,750km, similar distance but faster with highways. The coastal route is chosen for the Garden Route scenery.