What is the cheapest way to get from Durban to Mthatha?

The cheapest way to get from Durban to Mthatha is to bus which costs R 700 - R 950 and takes 7h 21m.

What is the fastest way to get from Durban to Mthatha?

The fastest way to get from Durban to Mthatha is to fly which takes 5h 4m and costs R 3 500 - R 6 500.

Is there a direct bus between Durban and Mthatha?

No, there is no direct bus from Durban station to Mthatha. However, there are services departing from Durban Station and arriving at Mthatha via Umzikhulu. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 21m.

How far is it from Durban to Mthatha?

The distance between Durban and Mthatha is 453 km. The road distance is 412.6 km.

How do I travel from Durban to Mthatha without a car?

The best way to get from Durban to Mthatha without a car is to bus which takes 7h 21m and costs R 700 - R 950.

How long does it take to get from Durban to Mthatha?

It takes approximately 7h 21m to get from Durban to Mthatha, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Durban to Mthatha bus from?

Durban to Mthatha bus services, operated by Margate Coaches, depart from Durban Station.

Bus or fly from Durban to Mthatha?

The best way to get from Durban to Mthatha is to bus which takes 7h 21m and costs R 700 - R 950. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs R 3 500 - R 6 500 and takes 5h 4m.

Where does the Durban to Mthatha bus arrive?

Durban to Mthatha bus services, operated by Margate Coaches, arrive at Port Shepstone station.

Can I drive from Durban to Mthatha?

Yes, the driving distance between Durban to Mthatha is 413 km. It takes approximately 5h 49m to drive from Durban to Mthatha.

Where can I stay near Mthatha?

There are 61+ hotels available in Mthatha.

Durban to Mthatha - 5 ways to travel via bus, car, plane, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Durban to Mthatha by bus (Greyhound), car, plane, bus, or taxi

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Durban Station to Port Shepstonebus
2. Take the bus from Umzikhulu to Mthathabus 17202
7h 21m
R 725–912
Drive 412.6 km
1. Drive from Durban to Mthathacar 412.6 km
5h 49m
R 930–1,343
Fly from King Shaka International Airport
1. Fly from King Shaka International Airport (DUR) to Mthatha Airport (UTT)plane DUR - UTT
5h 4m
R 3,586–6,334
Bus to Pietermaritzburg, fly
1. Take the bus from Durban Bus Stn to Burger Stbus
2. Fly from Pietermaritzburg (PZB) to Mthatha Airport (UTT)plane PZB - UTT
7h 30m
R 4,190–11,570
Taxi to Richards Bay, fly
1. Take the taxi from Durban to Richards Bay (RCB)taxi
2. Fly from Richards Bay (RCB) to Mthatha Airport (UTT)plane RCB - UTT
6h 44m
R 4,716–10,565

King Shaka International Airport (DUR) to Mthatha Airport (UTT) flights

23Weekly Planes

4h 56mAverage Duration

R 3,739Cheapest Price

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Distance: 453.1 km
Duration: 7h 21m

What companies run services between Durban, South Africa and Mthatha, South Africa?

You can take a bus from Durban Station to Mthatha via Port Shepstone and Umzikhulu in around 7h 21m. Alternatively, Airlink and Safair fly from King Shaka International Airport (DUR) to Mthatha Airport (UTT) 3 times a day.

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