What is the cheapest way to get from Gaborone to Richards Bay?

The cheapest way to get from Gaborone to Richards Bay is to bus via Johannesburg which costs R 700 - R 1 200 and takes 19h 29m.

What is the fastest way to get from Gaborone to Richards Bay?

The fastest way to get from Gaborone to Richards Bay is to fly which takes 4h 14m and costs R 5 000 - R 11 000.

Is there a direct bus between Gaborone and Richards Bay?

No, there is no direct bus from Gaborone to Richards Bay. However, there are services departing from Gaborone and arriving at Richards Bay via Durban. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 17h 6m.

How far is it from Gaborone to Richards Bay?

The distance between Gaborone and Richards Bay is 794 km. The road distance is 951.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Gaborone to Richards Bay without a car is to bus which takes 17h 6m and costs R 1 400 - R 1 600.

How long does it take to get from Gaborone to Richards Bay?

It takes approximately 4h 14m to get from Gaborone to Richards Bay, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gaborone to Richards Bay bus from?

Gaborone to Richards Bay bus services, operated by KJ Khandala Travel & Tours, depart from Gaborone station.

Bus or fly from Gaborone to Richards Bay?

The best way to get from Gaborone to Richards Bay is to fly which takes 4h 14m and costs R 5 000 - R 11 000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs R 1 400 - R 1 600 and takes 17h 6m.

Where does the Gaborone to Richards Bay bus arrive?

Gaborone to Richards Bay bus services, operated by KJ Khandala Travel & Tours, arrive at Durban station.

Can I drive from Gaborone to Richards Bay?

Yes, the driving distance between Gaborone to Richards Bay is 951 km. It takes approximately 11h 56m to drive from Gaborone to Richards Bay.

Where can I stay near Richards Bay?

There are 195+ hotels available in Richards Bay.

Gaborone to Richards Bay - 7 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

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There are 7 ways to get from Gaborone to Richards Bay by plane, bus, or car

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Fly to Richards Bay
best
1. Fly from Gaborone (GBE) to Richards Bay (RCB)plane GBE - RCB
4h 14m
R 5,012–10,233
Bus via Johannesburg
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Gaborone to Johannesburgbus
2. Take the bus from Johannesburg to Richards Baybus
18h 18m
R 646–1,345
Bus
1. Take the bus from Gaborone to Durbanbus
2. Take the bus from Durban to Richards Baybus
17h 6m
R 1,405–1,530
Drive 951.4 km
1. Drive from Gaborone to Richards Baycar 951.4 km
11h 56m
R 2,535–3,661
Fly to King Shaka International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Gaborone (GBE) to King Shaka International Airport (DUR)plane GBE - DUR
2. Take the bus from Durban to Richards Baybus
8h 37m
R 4,067–5,128
Fly to Pietermaritzburg, bus
1. Fly from Gaborone (GBE) to Pietermaritzburg (PZB)plane GBE - PZB
2. Take the bus from Burger St to Durban Bus Stnbus
3. Take the bus from Durban to Richards Baybus
10h 3m
R 4,732–12,408
Bus via Johannesburg #2
1. Take the bus from Gaborone to Johannesburgbus
2. Take the bus from Johannesburg to Richards Baybus
19h 29m
R 729–1,181

Gaborone (GBE) to Richards Bay (RCB) flights

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3h 55mAverage Duration

R 4,418Cheapest Price

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Distance: 793.8 km
Duration: 4h 14m

What companies run services between Gaborone, Botswana and Richards Bay, South Africa?

Air Botswana, CemAir, and Airlink fly from Gaborone (GBE) to Richards Bay (RCB) once daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Gaborone to Richards Bay via Durban and Richards Bay in around 17h 6m.

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