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Route guide

Margate (South Coast) to Durban

Route N2 via Amanzimtoti and Scottburgh, then the R61About 125 kmDrive About 1½ hours

A coastal drive that switches between dual and single carriageway, with heavy holiday traffic.

This guide was written for Durban to Margate (South Coast). The same roads apply on your trip, but read exits, merges and lane tips the other way round.

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Before you leave

  • Some exits around Port Shepstone and Shelly Beach are tolled ramps. Have a card or cash.
  • December and Easter traffic can double the drive time.
  • Check for N2 closures near Amanzimtoti before you leave.

Margate to Scottburgh

Onto the R61Lane adviceRoad know-how

At Port Shepstone, keep on the coast road for Shelly Beach, Uvongo and Margate. The N2 turns inland toward Kokstad.

Ramp tolls near Port ShepstoneTollRoad know-how

The Umtentweni and Izotsha (Shelly Beach) ramps are tolled.

Single-carriageway sectionsHazardRoad know-how

The N2 narrows south of Scottburgh in places. Don't overtake on blind rises.

Scottburgh to Durban

R102 alternativeTipRoad know-how

The R102 runs parallel to the N2 and is the usual detour when the N2 is closed.

Amanzimtoti and KingsburghHazardRoad know-how

Busy with local traffic and exits close together. Keep a gap and signal early.

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