What is the cheapest way to get from Empangeni to Kokstad?

The cheapest way to get from Empangeni to Kokstad is to drive which costs R 900 - R 1 300 and takes 4h 51m.

What is the fastest way to get from Empangeni to Kokstad?

The fastest way to get from Empangeni to Kokstad is to drive which takes 4h 51m and costs R 900 - R 1 300.

Is there a direct bus between Empangeni and Kokstad?

No, there is no direct bus from Empangeni to Kokstad. However, there are services departing from Richards Bay and arriving at Mt Curie One Stop via Durban Bus Stn and Pietermaritzburg. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 30m.

How far is it from Empangeni to Kokstad?

The distance between Empangeni and Kokstad is 458 km. The road distance is 397.3 km.

How do I travel from Empangeni to Kokstad without a car?

The best way to get from Empangeni to Kokstad without a car is to bus which takes 9h 30m and costs R 800 - R 1 500.

How long does it take to get from Empangeni to Kokstad?

It takes approximately 9h 30m to get from Empangeni to Kokstad, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Empangeni to Kokstad bus from?

Empangeni to Kokstad bus services, operated by InterCape, depart from Richards Bay station.

Where does the Empangeni to Kokstad bus arrive?

Empangeni to Kokstad bus services, operated by InterCape, arrive at Durban station.

Can I drive from Empangeni to Kokstad?

Yes, the driving distance between Empangeni to Kokstad is 397 km. It takes approximately 4h 51m to drive from Empangeni to Kokstad.

Where can I stay near Kokstad?

There are 26+ hotels available in Kokstad.

Empangeni to Kokstad - 4 ways to travel via bus, car, and plane

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There are 4 ways to get from Empangeni to Kokstad by bus (Greyhound), car, plane, or bus

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best
1. Take the bus from Richards Bay to Durbanbus
2. Take the bus from Durban Bus Stn to Burger Stbus
3. Take the bus from Pietermaritzburg to Mt Curie One Stopbus
9h 30m
R 841–1,456
Drive 397.3 km
1. Drive from Empangeni to Kokstadcar 397.3 km
4h 51m
R 901–1,302
Fly to Pietermaritzburg, bus
1. Fly from Richards Bay (RCB) to Pietermaritzburg (PZB)plane RCB - PZB
2. Take the bus from Pietermaritzburg to Mt Curie One Stopbus
10h 14m
R 2,904–7,879
Fly to Mthatha Airport, bus
1. Fly from Richards Bay (RCB) to Mthatha Airport (UTT)plane RCB - UTT
2. Take the bus from Mthatha to Kokstadbus
8h 45m
R 3,597–10,147

Richards Bay (RCB) to Pietermaritzburg (PZB) flights

8Weekly Planes

5h 17mAverage Duration

R 2,259Cheapest Price

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Distance: 458.1 km
Duration: 9h 30m

What companies run services between Empangeni, South Africa and Kokstad, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa?

You can take a vehicle from Empangeni to Kokstad via Richards Bay, Durban, Durban Bus Stn, Burger St, Pietermaritzburg, and Mt Curie One Stop in around 9h 30m.

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