What is the cheapest way to get from Mthatha to Northern Cape?

The cheapest way to get from Mthatha to Northern Cape is to bus which costs R 950 - R 1 500 and takes 20h 35m.

What is the fastest way to get from Mthatha to Northern Cape?

The fastest way to get from Mthatha to Northern Cape is to fly which takes 3h 38m and costs R 4 100 - R 13 000.

Is there a direct bus between Mthatha and Northern Cape?

No, there is no direct bus from Mthatha to Northern Cape. However, there are services departing from Mthatha and arriving at Long St via Park Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 20h 35m.

How far is it from Mthatha to Northern Cape?

The distance between Mthatha and Northern Cape is 505 km. The road distance is 677.3 km.

How do I travel from Mthatha to Northern Cape without a car?

The best way to get from Mthatha to Northern Cape without a car is to bus which takes 20h 35m and costs R 950 - R 1 500.

How long does it take to get from Mthatha to Northern Cape?

It takes approximately 3h 38m to get from Mthatha to Northern Cape, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mthatha to Northern Cape bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Mthatha to Northern Cape?

The best way to get from Mthatha to Northern Cape is to fly which takes 3h 38m and costs R 4 100 - R 13 000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs R 950 - R 1 500 and takes 20h 35m.

Where does the Mthatha to Northern Cape bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Mthatha to Northern Cape?

Yes, the driving distance between Mthatha to Northern Cape is 677 km. It takes approximately 8h 43m to drive from Mthatha to Northern Cape.

Where can I stay near Northern Cape?

There are 188+ hotels available in Northern Cape.

Mthatha to Northern Cape - 5 ways to travel via plane, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Mthatha to Northern Cape by plane, bus (Greyhound), car, or taxi

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Fly to Kimberley
best
1. Fly from Mthatha Airport (UTT) to Kimberley (KIM)plane UTT - KIM
3h 38m
R 4,149–12,181
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Mthatha to Johannesburgbus
2. Take the bus from Park Station to Long Stbus
20h 35m
R 960–1,450
Drive 677.3 km
1. Drive from Mthatha to Kimberleycar 677.3 km
8h 43m
R 1,573–2,271
Fly to Upington
1. Fly from Mthatha Airport (UTT) to Upington (UTN)plane UTT - UTN
4h 10m
R 6,129–18,161
Fly to Sishen, taxi
1. Fly from Mthatha Airport (UTT) to Sishen (SIS)plane UTT - SIS
2. Take the taxi from Sishen (SIS) to Postmasburgtaxi
10h 17m
R 8,189–22,856

Mthatha to Northern Cape by bus

7Weekly Buses

20h 35mAverage Duration

R 960Cheapest Price

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Distance: 504.9 km
Duration: 3h 38m

What companies run services between Mthatha, South Africa and Northern Cape, South Africa?

Airlink flies from Mthatha Airport (UTT) to Kimberley (KIM) 6 times a week. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Mthatha to Long St via Johannesburg and Park Station in around 20h 35m.

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