What is the cheapest way to get from Bloemfontein to Richards Bay?

The cheapest way to get from Bloemfontein to Richards Bay is to bus which costs R 500 - R 1 300 and takes 18h 59m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bloemfontein to Richards Bay?

The fastest way to get from Bloemfontein to Richards Bay is to fly which takes 3h 21m and costs R 3 200 - R 4 700.

Is there a direct bus between Bloemfontein and Richards Bay?

No, there is no direct bus from Bloemfontein to Richards Bay. However, there are services departing from Bloemfontein and arriving at Richards Bay via Johannesburg. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 18h 59m.

How far is it from Bloemfontein to Richards Bay?

The distance between Bloemfontein and Richards Bay is 588 km. The road distance is 726.7 km.

How do I travel from Bloemfontein to Richards Bay without a car?

The best way to get from Bloemfontein to Richards Bay without a car is to bus which takes 18h 59m and costs R 500 - R 1 300.

How long does it take to get from Bloemfontein to Richards Bay?

It takes approximately 3h 21m to get from Bloemfontein to Richards Bay, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bloemfontein to Richards Bay bus from?

Bloemfontein to Richards Bay bus services, operated by Eagle Liner, depart from Bloemfontein station.

Bus or fly from Bloemfontein to Richards Bay?

The best way to get from Bloemfontein to Richards Bay is to fly which takes 3h 21m and costs R 3 200 - R 4 700. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs R 500 - R 1 300 and takes 18h 59m.

Where does the Bloemfontein to Richards Bay bus arrive?

Bloemfontein to Richards Bay bus services, operated by Eagle Liner, arrive at Johannesburg station.

Can I drive from Bloemfontein to Richards Bay?

Yes, the driving distance between Bloemfontein to Richards Bay is 727 km. It takes approximately 9h 44m to drive from Bloemfontein to Richards Bay.

Where can I stay near Richards Bay?

There are 188+ hotels available in Richards Bay.

Bloemfontein to Richards Bay - 6 ways to travel via plane, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 6 ways to get from Bloemfontein to Richards Bay by plane, bus (Greyhound), car, taxi, bus, or car train

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Fly from Bram Fischer International Airport
best
1. Fly from Bram Fischer International Airport (BFN) to Richards Bay (RCB)plane BFN - RCB
3h 21m
R 3,195–4,640
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bloemfontein to Johannesburgbus
2. Take the bus from Johannesburg to Richards Baybus
18h 59m
R 532–1,271
Drive 726.7 km
1. Drive from Bloemfontein to Richards Baycar 726.7 km
9h 44m
R 1,689–2,439
Taxi to Kimberley, fly
1. Take the taxi from Bloemfontein to Kimberley (KIM)taxi
2. Fly from Kimberley (KIM) to Richards Bay (RCB)plane KIM - RCB
4h 59m
R 3,644–8,834
Bus via Bloemfontein
1. Take the bus from Bloemfontein to Johannesburgbus
2. Take the bus from Johannesburg to Richards Baybus
19h 38m
R 647–1,134
Car train, drive
1. Take the cartrain from Bloemfontein to Theunissencartrain 74013
2. Drive from Theunissen to Richards Baycar
10h 28m
R 1,591–2,296

Bram Fischer International Airport (BFN) to Richards Bay (RCB) flights

21Weekly Planes

4h 19mAverage Duration

R 2,634Cheapest Price

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Distance: 588.4 km
Duration: 3h 21m

What companies run services between Bloemfontein, South Africa and Richards Bay, South Africa?

Airlink and CemAir fly from Bram Fischer International Airport (BFN) to Richards Bay (RCB) 3 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bloemfontein to Richards Bay via Johannesburg in around 18h 59m.

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