Mashishing to Richards Bay

• Traffic

  Avoid the N2 through Durban during peak hours.
• Rest Stops

  Stop at the service stations on the N2 for safe breaks.
• Navigation

  Use GPS to navigate the winding roads of the KZN coast.
• Planning

  Check for roadworks on the N2 before departing.
• Safety

  Keep your doors locked while driving through urban areas.

• Highway Safety

  Stay alert for livestock on the N2.
• Emergency

  Keep the 112 emergency number saved in your phone.
• Vehicle Security

  Do not leave valuables visible in your car at rest stops.
• Night Driving

  Avoid driving the N2 at night due to limited visibility.

• Is the N2 safe?
  Yes, it is a major national highway.
• How long is the drive?
  Approximately 6.5 hours.
• Are there tolls?
  Yes, there are toll plazas on the N2.
• Can I take a bus?
  Yes, long-distance bus operators serve Richards Bay.
• What is the best route?
  The N4 to N2 is the most direct route.

• From Mashishing, Mpumalanga, South Africa
• To Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
• Modes

Summer (December to February) for warm coastal weather.