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

The cheapest way to get from Johannesburg to Mthatha is to bus which costs R 500 - R 750 and takes 12h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Johannesburg to Mthatha is to fly which takes 1h 53m and costs R 2 600 - R 4 800.

Is there a direct bus between Johannesburg and Mthatha?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Johannesburg and arriving at Mthatha. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 12h 50m.

How far is it from Johannesburg to Mthatha?

The distance between Johannesburg and Mthatha is 639 km. The road distance is 846.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Johannesburg to Mthatha without a car is to bus which takes 12h 50m and costs R 500 - R 750.

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

It takes approximately 1h 53m to get from Johannesburg to Mthatha, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Johannesburg to Mthatha bus from?

Johannesburg to Mthatha bus services, operated by Greyhound ZA, depart from Johannesburg station.

Bus or fly from Johannesburg to Mthatha?

The best way to get from Johannesburg to Mthatha is to fly which takes 1h 53m and costs R 2 600 - R 4 800. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs R 500 - R 750 and takes 12h 50m.

Where does the Johannesburg to Mthatha bus arrive?

Johannesburg to Mthatha bus services, operated by Greyhound ZA, arrive at Mthatha station.

Can I drive from Johannesburg to Mthatha?

Yes, the driving distance between Johannesburg to Mthatha is 846 km. It takes approximately 10h 42m to drive from Johannesburg to Mthatha.

Where can I stay near Mthatha?

There are 63+ hotels available in Mthatha.

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

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

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Johannesburg International Airport (JNB) to Mthatha Airport (UTT)plane JNB - UTT
1h 53m
R 2,660–4,753
Bus (Greyhound)
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1. Take the bus from Johannesburg to Mthathabus 17202 / ...
12h 50m
R 500–750
Drive 846.4 km
1. Drive from Johannesburg to Mthathacar 846.4 km
10h 42m
R 1,916–2,767

Johannesburg International Airport (JNB) to Mthatha Airport (UTT) flights

21Weekly Planes

1h 20mAverage Duration

R 2,276Cheapest Price

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Distance: 638.7 km
Duration: 1h 53m

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

Airlink flies from Johannesburg International Airport (JNB) to Mthatha Airport (UTT) 3 times a day. Alternatively, Greyhound ZA operates a bus from Johannesburg to Mthatha 3 times a day. Tickets cost R 500–750 and the journey takes 12h 50m.

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