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

The cheapest way to get from Mthatha to Durban is to bus via Port Shepstone which costs R 700 - R 900 and takes 7h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Mthatha to Durban is to fly which takes 5h 29m and costs R 3 500 - R 6 500.

Is there a direct bus between Mthatha and Durban?

No, there is no direct bus from Mthatha to Durban station. However, there are services departing from Mthatha and arriving at Durban Station via Port Shepstone. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 21m.

How far is it from Mthatha to Durban?

The distance between Mthatha and Durban is 454 km. The road distance is 413 km.

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

The best way to get from Mthatha to Durban without a car is to bus via Port Shepstone which takes 7h 21m and costs R 700 - R 900.

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

It takes approximately 7h 21m to get from Mthatha to Durban, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mthatha to Durban bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Mthatha to Durban?

The best way to get from Mthatha to Durban is to bus via Port Shepstone which takes 7h 21m and costs R 700 - R 900. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs R 3 500 - R 6 500 and takes 5h 29m.

Where does the Mthatha to Durban bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Mthatha to Durban?

Yes, the driving distance between Mthatha to Durban is 413 km. It takes approximately 5h 49m to drive from Mthatha to Durban.

Where can I stay near Durban?

There are 2188+ hotels available in Durban.

Mthatha to Durban - 6 ways to travel via bus, car, plane, and taxi

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There are 6 ways to get from Mthatha to Durban by bus (Greyhound), car, plane, bus, or taxi

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Bus via Port Shepstone
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1. Take the bus from Mthatha to Umzikhulubus 17202
2. Take the bus from Port Shepstone to Durban Stationbus
7h 21m
R 720–877
Drive 413 km
1. Drive from Mthatha to Durbancar 413 km
5h 49m
R 931–1,345
Fly to King Shaka International Airport
1. Fly from Mthatha Airport (UTT) to King Shaka International Airport (DUR)plane UTT - DUR
5h 29m
R 3,589–6,336
Bus
1. Take the bus from Mthatha to Durbanbus
7h 25m
R 756–972
Fly to Pietermaritzburg, bus
1. Fly from Mthatha Airport (UTT) to Pietermaritzburg (PZB)plane UTT - PZB
2. Take the bus from Burger St to Durban Bus Stnbus
5h 50m
R 3,894–10,566
Fly to Richards Bay, taxi
1. Fly from Mthatha Airport (UTT) to Richards Bay (RCB)plane UTT - RCB
2. Take the taxi from Richards Bay (RCB) to Durbantaxi
5h 45m
R 4,989–11,106

Mthatha Airport (UTT) to King Shaka International Airport (DUR) flights

14Weekly Planes

5h 55mAverage Duration

R 3,392Cheapest Price

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Distance: 454 km
Duration: 7h 21m

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

You can take a bus from Mthatha to Durban Station via Umzikhulu and Port Shepstone in around 7h 21m. Alternatively, Airlink flies from Mthatha Airport (UTT) to King Shaka International Airport (DUR) twice daily.

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