Cost to drive from Durban to Rustenburg
Toll fees effective 1 March 2026 · Fuel: R23.36/L inland (updated 2026-04-01)
Toll cost
R 432,00
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Toll breakdown
Class I (standard car) · mainline plazas only · effective 1 March 2026
| MariannhillKey Ridge – Paradise Valley (Durban) | R 16,50 |
| MooiFrere – Cedara | R 70,00 |
| TugelaWarden – Frere | R 100,00 |
| WilgeVilliers – Warden | R 94,00 |
| De HoekHeidelberg – Villiers | R 67,00 |
| QuaggaMagalies Eastern section | R 6,50 |
| PelindabaMagalies Western section | R 8,00 |
| DoornpoortPretoria – Brits | R 20,00 |
| BritsBrits – Mooinooi | R 20,00 |
| MarikanaMooinooi – Rustenburg | R 30,00 |
| Total tolls | R 432,00 |
Return trip: R 864,00 in tolls · Source: foresightpublications.co.za
How does your vehicle compare?
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| Vehicle | Fuel / Elec. | Total |
|---|---|---|
| Volkswagen Polo | R 902,56 | R 1 334,56 |
| Volkswagen Golf 8 | R 1 089,88 | R 1 521,88 |
| Toyota Fortuner | R 1 362,36 | R 1 794,36 |
| Toyota Hilux | R 1 447,50 | R 1 879,50 |
| Ford Ranger | R 1 379,38 | R 1 811,38 |
| Mercedes-Benz C200 | R 1 140,97 | R 1 572,97 |
| BMW 3 Series | R 1 055,83 | R 1 487,83 |
| Volkswagen Golf GTI | R 1 328,30 | R 1 760,30 |
| Toyota Corolla Cross | R 732,27 | R 1 164,27 |
| Tesla Model 3 | R 294,36 | R 726,36 |
| Tesla Model Y | R 333,87 | R 765,87 |
| BYD Atto 3 | R 302,27 | R 734,27 |
Toll gates on the N3 from Durban to Rustenburg
Mainline toll plazas only — ramp tolls apply to specific exits and are not included in the total.
| Plaza | Class I fee | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Mariannhill | R 16.50 | ||
| Mooi | R 70.00 | ||
| Tugela | R 100.00 | ||
| Wilge | R 94.00 | ||
| De Hoek | R 67.00 | ||
| Quagga | R 6.50 | ||
| Pelindaba | R 8.00 | ||
| Doornpoort | R 20.00 | ||
| Brits | R 20.00 | ||
| Marikana | R 30.00 | ||
| Total (one way) | R 432.00 | ||
Source: foresightpublications.co.za · Tariffs effective 1 March 2026 · 3.12% SANRAL CPI adjustment
Cost by vehicle — Durban to Rustenburg
Select your car to see the exact fuel and toll cost for this route.
Volkswagen Polo Vivo
5.9L/100km
R 1437
Toyota Corolla Quest
7L/100km
R 1624
Toyota Starlet
5.4L/100km
R 1352
Suzuki Swift
4.4L/100km
R 1181
Suzuki Baleno
5.4L/100km
R 1352
Haval Jolion
8.1L/100km
R 1811
Volkswagen Polo
5.3L/100km
R 1335
Volkswagen Golf 8
6.4L/100km
R 1522
Toyota Corolla Cross
8.1L/100km
R 1811
Hyundai i20
5.8L/100km
R 1420
Kia Picanto
5.2L/100km
R 1318
Renault Clio
5.7L/100km
R 1403
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 Rustenburg trip (729km), 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 Rustenburg?
There are 10 mainline toll plazas on this route: 5 on the N3 (R347.50) and 5 on the N4 West (R84.50), totalling R432.00 for a standard car (one way) as of March 2026.
How long does it take to drive from Durban to Rustenburg?
Approximately 729km via the N3 and N4 West, taking about 7.5 to 8 hours without stops.
What is the route from Durban to Rustenburg?
Follow the N3 north from Durban through Pietermaritzburg, Harrismith and Johannesburg, then take the N1 north to Pretoria, and the N4 West (Platinum Highway) through Brits to Rustenburg.
Is there a toll between Johannesburg and Pretoria on this route?
No. The N1 between Johannesburg and Pretoria is part of the Gauteng urban freeway network and is completely toll-free since the scrapping of e-tolls.