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

The cheapest way to get from Empangeni to Mthatha is to bus which costs R 1 000 - R 1 400 and takes 11h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Empangeni to Mthatha is to fly which takes 5h 17m and costs R 3 700 - R 12 000.

Is there a direct bus between Empangeni and Mthatha?

No, there is no direct bus from Empangeni to Mthatha. However, there are services departing from Richards Bay and arriving at Mthatha via Durban Station and Umzikhulu. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 26m.

How far is it from Empangeni to Mthatha?

The distance between Empangeni and Mthatha is 489 km. The road distance is 567.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Empangeni to Mthatha without a car is to bus which takes 11h 26m and costs R 1 000 - R 1 400.

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

It takes approximately 5h 17m to get from Empangeni to Mthatha, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Empangeni to Mthatha bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Empangeni to Mthatha?

The best way to get from Empangeni to Mthatha is to fly which takes 5h 17m and costs R 3 700 - R 12 000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs R 1 000 - R 1 400 and takes 11h 26m.

Where does the Empangeni to Mthatha bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Empangeni to Mthatha?

Yes, the driving distance between Empangeni to Mthatha is 567 km. It takes approximately 7h 17m to drive from Empangeni to Mthatha.

Where can I stay near Mthatha?

There are 69+ hotels available in Mthatha.

Empangeni to Mthatha - 3 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Empangeni to Mthatha by plane, bus (Greyhound), or car

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Richards Bay (RCB) to Mthatha Airport (UTT)plane RCB - UTT
5h 17m
R 3,752–11,307
Bus
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1. Take the bus from Richards Bay to Durbanbus
2. Take the bus from Durban Station to Port Shepstonebus
3. Take the bus from Umzikhulu to Mthathabus
11h 26m
R 999–1,334
Drive 567.2 km
1. Drive from Empangeni to Mthathacar 567.2 km
7h 17m
R 1,321–1,909

Richards Bay (RCB) to Mthatha Airport (UTT) flights

10Weekly Planes

6h 20mAverage Duration

R 3,505Cheapest Price

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Distance: 489.2 km
Duration: 5h 17m

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

Airlink flies from Richards Bay (RCB) to Mthatha Airport (UTT) once daily. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Empangeni to Mthatha via Richards Bay, Durban Station, Port Shepstone, and Umzikhulu in around 11h 26m.

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