Cost to drive from Durban to Richards Bay
Toll fees effective 1 March 2026 · Fuel: R23.36/L inland (updated 2026-04-01)
Toll cost
R 97,50
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Toll breakdown
Class I (standard car) · mainline plazas only · effective 1 March 2026
| oThongathiUmdloti – Ballito | R 15,50 |
| MvotiBallito – Stanger | R 18,50 |
| MtunziniStanger – Empangeni | R 63,50 |
| Total tolls | R 97,50 |
Return trip: R 195,00 in tolls · Source: foresightpublications.co.za
How does your vehicle compare?
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| Vehicle | Fuel / Elec. | Total |
|---|---|---|
| Volkswagen Polo | R 204,28 | R 301,78 |
| Volkswagen Golf 8 | R 246,68 | R 344,18 |
| Toyota Fortuner | R 308,35 | R 405,85 |
| Toyota Hilux | R 327,62 | R 425,12 |
| Ford Ranger | R 312,21 | R 409,71 |
| Mercedes-Benz C200 | R 258,24 | R 355,74 |
| BMW 3 Series | R 238,97 | R 336,47 |
| Volkswagen Golf GTI | R 300,64 | R 398,14 |
| Toyota Corolla Cross | R 165,74 | R 263,24 |
| Tesla Model 3 | R 66,63 | R 164,13 |
| Tesla Model Y | R 75,57 | R 173,07 |
| BYD Atto 3 | R 68,41 | R 165,91 |
Toll gates on the N2 from Durban to Richards Bay
Mainline toll plazas only — ramp tolls apply to specific exits and are not included in the total.
| Plaza | Class I fee | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| oThongathi | R 15.50 | ||
| Mvoti | R 18.50 | ||
| Mtunzini | R 63.50 | ||
| Total (one way) | R 97.50 | ||
Source: foresightpublications.co.za · Tariffs effective 1 March 2026 · 3.12% SANRAL CPI adjustment
Cost by vehicle — Durban to Richards Bay
Select your car to see the exact fuel and toll cost for this route.
Volkswagen Polo Vivo
5.9L/100km
R 325
Toyota Corolla Quest
7L/100km
R 367
Toyota Starlet
5.4L/100km
R 306
Suzuki Swift
4.4L/100km
R 267
Suzuki Baleno
5.4L/100km
R 306
Haval Jolion
8.1L/100km
R 410
Volkswagen Polo
5.3L/100km
R 302
Volkswagen Golf 8
6.4L/100km
R 344
Toyota Corolla Cross
8.1L/100km
R 410
Hyundai i20
5.8L/100km
R 321
Kia Picanto
5.2L/100km
R 298
Renault Clio
5.7L/100km
R 317
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 Durban to Richards Bay trip (165km), 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 tolls from Durban to Richards Bay?
Three mainline toll plazas: oThongathi (R15.50), Mvoti (R18.50) and Mtunzini (R63.50), totalling R97.50 one way for a standard vehicle.
How long does it take to drive from Durban to Richards Bay?
Approximately 165km via the N2 North Coast, taking about 1.5–2 hours.