Cost to drive from Port Elizabeth (Gqeberha) to East London
Toll fees effective 1 March 2026 · Fuel: R23.36/L inland (updated 2026-04-01)
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Toll breakdown
Class I (standard car) · mainline plazas only · effective 1 March 2026
No mainline toll plazas on this route — it's toll-free.
Return trip: R 0,00 in tolls · Source: foresightpublications.co.za
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| Vehicle | Fuel / Elec. | Total |
|---|---|---|
| Volkswagen Polo | R 371,42 | R 371,42 |
| Volkswagen Golf 8 | R 448,51 | R 448,51 |
| Toyota Fortuner | R 560,64 | R 560,64 |
| Toyota Hilux | R 595,68 | R 595,68 |
| Ford Ranger | R 567,65 | R 567,65 |
| Mercedes-Benz C200 | R 469,54 | R 469,54 |
| BMW 3 Series | R 434,50 | R 434,50 |
| Volkswagen Golf GTI | R 546,62 | R 546,62 |
| Toyota Corolla Cross | R 301,34 | R 301,34 |
| Tesla Model 3 | R 121,14 | R 121,14 |
| Tesla Model Y | R 137,40 | R 137,40 |
| BYD Atto 3 | R 124,39 | R 124,39 |
Toll gates on the N2 from Port Elizabeth (Gqeberha) to East London
Mainline toll plazas only — ramp tolls apply to specific exits and are not included in the total.
| Plaza | Class I fee | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Total (one way) | R 0.00 | ||
Source: foresightpublications.co.za · Tariffs effective 1 March 2026 · 3.12% SANRAL CPI adjustment
Cost by vehicle — Port Elizabeth (Gqeberha) to East London
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Volkswagen Polo Vivo
5.9L/100km
R 413
Toyota Corolla Quest
7L/100km
R 491
Toyota Starlet
5.4L/100km
R 378
Suzuki Swift
4.4L/100km
R 308
Suzuki Baleno
5.4L/100km
R 378
Haval Jolion
8.1L/100km
R 568
Volkswagen Polo
5.3L/100km
R 371
Volkswagen Golf 8
6.4L/100km
R 449
Toyota Corolla Cross
8.1L/100km
R 568
Hyundai i20
5.8L/100km
R 406
Kia Picanto
5.2L/100km
R 364
Renault Clio
5.7L/100km
R 399
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 Port Elizabeth (Gqeberha) to East London trip (300km), 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
Are there tolls between Port Elizabeth and East London?
No. The N2 between Port Elizabeth and East London has no mainline toll plazas. It is entirely toll-free.
How long does the drive from Port Elizabeth to East London take?
Approximately 300km via the N2, taking about 3 hours.