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

The cheapest way to get from Mbombela to Mthatha is to bus which costs R 800 - R 1 300 and takes 18h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Mbombela to Mthatha is to fly which takes 4h 53m and costs R 4 200 - R 14 000.

Is there a direct bus between Mbombela and Mthatha?

No, there is no direct bus from Mbombela to Mthatha. However, there are services departing from Nelspruit and arriving at Mthatha via Johannesburg. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 18h 10m.

How far is it from Mbombela to Mthatha?

The distance between Mbombela and Mthatha is 765 km. The road distance is 957.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Mbombela to Mthatha without a car is to bus which takes 18h 10m and costs R 800 - R 1 300.

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

It takes approximately 4h 53m to get from Mbombela to Mthatha, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mbombela to Mthatha bus from?

Mbombela to Mthatha bus services, operated by TransLux Express, depart from Nelspruit station.

Bus or fly from Mbombela to Mthatha?

The best way to get from Mbombela to Mthatha is to fly which takes 4h 53m and costs R 4 200 - R 14 000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs R 800 - R 1 300 and takes 18h 10m.

Where does the Mbombela to Mthatha bus arrive?

Mbombela to Mthatha bus services, operated by TransLux Express, arrive at Johannesburg station.

Can I drive from Mbombela to Mthatha?

Yes, the driving distance between Mbombela to Mthatha is 958 km. It takes approximately 13h 30m to drive from Mbombela to Mthatha.

Where can I stay near Mthatha?

There are 72+ hotels available in Mthatha.

Mbombela to Mthatha - 5 ways to travel via plane, bus, car, and shuttle

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There are 5 ways to get from Mbombela to Mthatha by plane, bus (Greyhound), car, shuttle, or bus

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport (MQP) to Mthatha Airport (UTT)plane MQP - UTT
4h 53m
R 4,197–13,479
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Nelspruit to Johannesburgbus
2. Take the bus from Johannesburg to Mthathabus
18h 10m
R 836–1,260
Drive 957.6 km
1. Drive from Mbombela to Mthathacar 957.6 km
13h 30m
R 2,207–3,188
Shuttle, bus
1. Take a shuttle bus from Nelspruit to Durbanshuttle
2. Take the bus from Durban Bus Stn to Burger Stbus
3. Take the bus from Pietermaritzburg to Mthathabus
20h 14m
R 1,338–2,019
Bus via Centurion (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Nelspruit to Midrandbus
2. Take the bus from Midrand to Mthathabus
20h 50m
R 920–1,505

Mbombela to Mthatha by bus (Greyhound)

7Weekly Buses

20h 50mAverage Duration

R 920Cheapest Price

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Distance: 765.1 km
Duration: 4h 53m

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

Airlink and Safair fly from Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport (MQP) to Mthatha Airport (UTT) twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Nelspruit to Mthatha via Johannesburg in around 18h 10m.

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