The journey from Phalaborwa to Durban covers approximately 800 kilometers. You will travel through Limpopo, Mpumalanga, and into KwaZulu-Natal, using the R71 and N2 highways. The drive takes about 9 hours. This route is a major transit path, so expect heavy traffic. Ensure your vehicle is well-maintained for this long-distance trip.
Total Distance: 800 km driving distance, 600 km straight-line air distance.
The N2 is a busy highway; stay alert for heavy truck traffic.
Autumn, when the weather is mild and the landscape is beautiful.