Howick to Margate

• Toll Fees

  Keep a bank card ready for the Mariannhill and Oribi Plaza toll gates.
• Traffic Avoidance

  Avoid the Durban N3/N2 interchange during morning and afternoon peak hours.
• Fuel Stops

  Refuel in Pietermaritzburg before hitting the N2 to avoid higher prices on the coast.
• Road Conditions

  Check for roadworks on the N2 South, as maintenance is frequent.
• Navigation

  Use offline maps as signal can be intermittent in rural sections of the South Coast.

• Highway Safety

  Do not stop on the N2 highway; use designated service stations.
• Night Driving

  Avoid driving the N2 South at night due to limited lighting and potential stray animals.
• Vehicle Check

  Ensure your tires are inflated correctly for the long descent from the Midlands.
• Emergency Numbers

  Save the N3 Toll Route emergency number on your phone before departing.

• Is there a train to Margate?
  No, there is no passenger rail service between Howick and Margate.
• How long is the drive?
  The drive typically takes 3 hours under normal traffic conditions.
• Are there tolls?
  Yes, you will encounter tolls at Mariannhill and Oribi Plaza.
• Is the road safe?
  The N3 and N2 are major national highways and are generally safe during daylight.
• Can I fly to Margate?
  Margate Airport has limited private charter flights, but no commercial scheduled flights from Howick.

• From Howick, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
• To Margate, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
• Modes

April to June for mild weather and lower humidity levels.