What is the cheapest way to get from Cape Town to Mthatha Dam?

The cheapest way to get from Cape Town to Mthatha Dam is to bus via Umtata which costs R 500 - R 1 100 and takes 21h 52m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cape Town to Mthatha Dam?

The fastest way to get from Cape Town to Mthatha Dam is to fly which takes 4h 43m and costs R 4 000 - R 7 000.

Is there a direct bus between Cape Town and Mthatha Dam?

No, there is no direct bus from Cape Town to Mthatha Dam. However, there are services departing from Cape Town and arriving at Umtata via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 20h 6m.

How far is it from Cape Town to Mthatha Dam?

The distance between Cape Town and Mthatha Dam is 1008 km. The road distance is 1162.1 km.

How do I travel from Cape Town to Mthatha Dam without a car?

The best way to get from Cape Town to Mthatha Dam without a car is to bus which takes 20h 6m and costs R 450 - R 1 100.

How long does it take to get from Cape Town to Mthatha Dam?

It takes approximately 4h 43m to get from Cape Town to Mthatha Dam, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cape Town to Mthatha Dam bus from?

Cape Town to Mthatha Dam bus services, operated by Eagle Liner, depart from Cape Town station.

Bus or fly from Cape Town to Mthatha Dam?

The best way to get from Cape Town to Mthatha Dam is to fly which takes 4h 43m and costs R 4 000 - R 7 000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs R 450 - R 1 100 and takes 20h 6m.

Where does the Cape Town to Mthatha Dam bus arrive?

Cape Town to Mthatha Dam bus services, operated by Eagle Liner, arrive at Umtata station.

Can I drive from Cape Town to Mthatha Dam?

Yes, the driving distance between Cape Town to Mthatha Dam is 1162 km. It takes approximately 14h 48m to drive from Cape Town to Mthatha Dam.

Where can I stay near Mthatha Dam?

There are 63+ hotels available in Mthatha Dam.

Cape Town to Mthatha Dam - 7 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

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There are 7 ways to get from Cape Town to Mthatha Dam by plane, bus, or car

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Fly to Mthatha Airport
best
1. Fly from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to Mthatha Airport (UTT)plane CPT - UTT
4h 43m
R 4,069–6,704
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cape Town to Umtatabus
20h 6m
R 450–1,062
Drive 1,162.1 km
1. Drive from Cape Town to Mthatha Damcar 1,162.1 km
14h 48m
R 2,622–3,787
Fly to East London, bus
1. Fly from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to East London (ELS)plane CPT - ELS
2. Take the bus from East London Windmill to Mthathabus
6h 2m
R 1,489–3,244
Bus via Bellville
1. Take the bus from Bellville to Mthathabus
20h 51m
R 558–993
Bus via Umtata
1. Take the bus from Cape Town to Umtatabus
21h 52m
R 532–1,089
Drive via Bellville 1,141.6 km
1. Drive from Bellville to Mthatha Damcar 1,141.6 km
15h 21m
R 2,559–3,862

Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to Mthatha Airport (UTT) flights

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5h 23mAverage Duration

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Distance: 1,007.6 km
Duration: 4h 43m

What companies run services between Cape Town, South Africa and Mthatha Dam, South Africa?

Airlink, FlexFlight ApS, and two other airlines fly from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to Mthatha Airport (UTT) 4 times a day. Alternatively, Eagle Liner operates a bus from Cape Town to Umtata 3 times a day. Tickets cost R 390–1,000 and the journey takes 19h 55m.

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