What is the cheapest way to get from Cape Town to Richards Bay?

The cheapest way to get from Cape Town to Richards Bay is to bus which costs R 750 - R 1 800 and takes 31h 31m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cape Town to Richards Bay?

The fastest way to get from Cape Town to Richards Bay is to fly which takes 4h 47m and costs R 1 900 - R 4 000.

Is there a direct bus between Cape Town and Richards Bay?

No, there is no direct bus from Cape Town to Richards Bay. However, there are services departing from Bellville and arriving at Richards Bay via Durban. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 30h 59m.

How far is it from Cape Town to Richards Bay?

The distance between Cape Town and Richards Bay is 1437 km. The road distance is 1726.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Cape Town to Richards Bay without a car is to bus via Bellville which takes 30h 59m and costs R 800 - R 1 300.

How long does it take to get from Cape Town to Richards Bay?

It takes approximately 4h 47m to get from Cape Town to Richards Bay, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cape Town to Richards Bay bus from?

Cape Town to Richards Bay bus services, operated by TransLux Express, depart from Bellville station.

Bus or fly from Cape Town to Richards Bay?

The best way to get from Cape Town to Richards Bay is to fly which takes 4h 47m and costs R 1 900 - R 4 000. Alternatively, you can bus via Bellville, which costs R 800 - R 1 300 and takes 30h 59m.

Where does the Cape Town to Richards Bay bus arrive?

Cape Town to Richards Bay bus services, operated by TransLux Express, arrive at Durban station.

Can I drive from Cape Town to Richards Bay?

Yes, the driving distance between Cape Town to Richards Bay is 1727 km. It takes approximately 19h 25m to drive from Cape Town to Richards Bay.

Where can I stay near Richards Bay?

There are 197+ hotels available in Richards Bay.

Cape Town to Richards Bay - 5 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Cape Town to Richards Bay by plane, bus, or car

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to Richards Bay (RCB)plane CPT - RCB
4h 47m
R 1,939–3,910
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cape Town to Durbanbus
2. Take the bus from Durban to Richards Baybus
31h 31m
R 778–1,737
Bus via Bellville
1. Take the bus from Bellville to Durbanbus
2. Take the bus from Durban to Richards Baybus
30h 59m
R 808–1,243
Drive 1,726.8 km
1. Drive from Cape Town to Richards Baycar 1,726.8 km
19h 25m
R 3,949–5,703
Drive via Bellville 1,706.3 km
1. Drive from Bellville to Richards Baycar 1,706.3 km
19h 57m
R 3,959–6,062

Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to Richards Bay (RCB) flights

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5h 16mAverage Duration

R 1,628Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,436.9 km
Duration: 4h 47m

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

South African Airways, CemAir, and three other airlines fly from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to Richards Bay (RCB) 3 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a train from Cape Town to Richards Bay via Bellville, Bellville, Durban, and Richards Bay in around 30h 59m.

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