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

The cheapest way to get from Harare to Richards Bay is to bus which costs R 1 100 - R 1 600 and takes 35h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Harare to Richards Bay is to fly which takes 5h 22m and costs R 4 100 - R 9 000.

Is there a direct bus between Harare and Richards Bay?

No, there is no direct bus from Harare to Richards Bay. However, there are services departing from Harare and arriving at Richards Bay via Johannesburg. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 35h 53m.

How far is it from Harare to Richards Bay?

The distance between Harare and Richards Bay is 1233 km. The road distance is 1556.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Harare to Richards Bay without a car is to bus which takes 35h 53m and costs R 1 100 - R 1 600.

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

It takes approximately 5h 22m to get from Harare to Richards Bay, including transfers.

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

Harare to Richards Bay bus services, operated by City Bus Coaches, depart from Harare station.

Bus or fly from Harare to Richards Bay?

The best way to get from Harare to Richards Bay is to fly which takes 5h 22m and costs R 4 100 - R 9 000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs R 1 100 - R 1 600 and takes 35h 53m.

Where does the Harare to Richards Bay bus arrive?

Harare to Richards Bay bus services, operated by City Bus Coaches, arrive at Johannesburg station.

Can I drive from Harare to Richards Bay?

Yes, the driving distance between Harare to Richards Bay is 1556 km. It takes approximately 18h 30m to drive from Harare to Richards Bay.

Where can I stay near Richards Bay?

There are 194+ hotels available in Richards Bay.

Harare to Richards Bay - 4 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Harare to Richards Bay by plane, bus, or car

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Robert Gabriel Mugabe International Airport (HRE) to Richards Bay (RCB)plane HRE - RCB
5h 22m
R 4,126–9,013
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Harare to Johannesburgbus
2. Take the bus from Johannesburg to Richards Baybus
35h 53m
R 1,161–1,546
Drive 1,556.2 km
1. Drive from Harare to Richards Baycar 1,556.2 km
18h 30m
R 4,713–6,808
Bus via Johannesburg
1. Take the bus from Harare to Johannesburgbus
2. Take the bus from Johannesburg to Richards Baybus
40h 48m
R 1,251–2,093

Robert Gabriel Mugabe International Airport (HRE) to Richards Bay (RCB) flights

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6h 12mAverage Duration

R 3,464Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,232.9 km
Duration: 5h 22m

What companies run services between Harare, Zimbabwe and Richards Bay, South Africa?

CemAir, South African Airways, and two other airlines fly from Robert Gabriel Mugabe International Airport (HRE) to Richards Bay (RCB) twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Harare to Richards Bay via Johannesburg and Richards Bay in around 35h 53m.

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