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

The cheapest way to get from Mthatha to Empangeni is to bus which costs R 1 000 - R 1 400 and takes 12h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Mthatha to Empangeni is to fly which takes 4h 19m and costs R 4 100 - R 13 000.

Is there a direct bus between Mthatha and Empangeni?

No, there is no direct bus from Mthatha to Empangeni. However, there are services departing from Mthatha and arriving at Richards Bay via Kokstad and Durban. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 16m.

How far is it from Mthatha to Empangeni?

The distance between Mthatha and Empangeni is 489 km. The road distance is 566.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Mthatha to Empangeni without a car is to bus which takes 12h 16m and costs R 1 000 - R 1 400.

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

It takes approximately 4h 19m to get from Mthatha to Empangeni, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mthatha to Empangeni bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Mthatha to Empangeni?

The best way to get from Mthatha to Empangeni is to fly which takes 4h 19m and costs R 4 100 - R 13 000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs R 1 000 - R 1 400 and takes 12h 16m.

Where does the Mthatha to Empangeni bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Mthatha to Empangeni?

Yes, the driving distance between Mthatha to Empangeni is 566 km. It takes approximately 7h 19m to drive from Mthatha to Empangeni.

Where can I stay near Empangeni?

There are 192+ hotels available in Empangeni.

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

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

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Mthatha Airport (UTT) to Richards Bay (RCB)plane UTT - RCB
4h 19m
R 4,149–12,306
Bus
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1. Take the bus from Mthatha to Kokstadbus
2. Take the bus from Kokstad to Durbanbus
3. Take the bus from Durban to Richards Baybus
12h 16m
R 1,011–1,372
Drive 566.1 km
1. Drive from Mthatha to Empangenicar 566.1 km
7h 19m
R 1,314–1,897

Mthatha Airport (UTT) to Richards Bay (RCB) flights

6Weekly Planes

3h 45mAverage Duration

R 3,931Cheapest Price

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Distance: 489.3 km
Duration: 4h 19m

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

Airlink flies from Mthatha Airport (UTT) to Richards Bay (RCB) 6 times a week. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Mthatha to Empangeni via Kokstad, Durban, and Richards Bay in around 12h 16m.

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