What is the cheapest way to get from Mthatha to Port Elizabeth?

The cheapest way to get from Mthatha to Port Elizabeth is to bus which costs R 800 - R 1 100 and takes 10h 13m.

What is the fastest way to get from Mthatha to Port Elizabeth?

The fastest way to get from Mthatha to Port Elizabeth is to fly which takes 4h 16m and costs R 4 000 - R 9 000.

Is there a direct bus between Mthatha and Port Elizabeth?

No, there is no direct bus from Mthatha to Port Elizabeth. However, there are services departing from Mthatha and arriving at Port Elizabeth via Queenstown. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 13m.

How far is it from Mthatha to Port Elizabeth?

The distance between Mthatha and Port Elizabeth is 412 km. The road distance is 482 km.

How do I travel from Mthatha to Port Elizabeth without a car?

The best way to get from Mthatha to Port Elizabeth without a car is to bus which takes 10h 13m and costs R 800 - R 1 100.

How long does it take to get from Mthatha to Port Elizabeth?

It takes approximately 4h 16m to get from Mthatha to Port Elizabeth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mthatha to Port Elizabeth bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Mthatha to Port Elizabeth?

The best way to get from Mthatha to Port Elizabeth is to fly which takes 4h 16m and costs R 4 000 - R 9 000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs R 800 - R 1 100 and takes 10h 13m.

Where does the Mthatha to Port Elizabeth bus arrive?

Mthatha to Port Elizabeth bus services, operated by Greyhound ZA, arrive at Komani station.

Can I drive from Mthatha to Port Elizabeth?

Yes, the driving distance between Mthatha to Port Elizabeth is 482 km. It takes approximately 6h 32m to drive from Mthatha to Port Elizabeth.

Where can I stay near Port Elizabeth?

There are 840+ hotels available in Port Elizabeth.

Mthatha to Port Elizabeth - 4 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Mthatha to Port Elizabeth by plane, bus (Greyhound), or car

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Mthatha Airport (UTT) to Port Elizabeth (PLZ)plane UTT - PLZ
4h 16m
R 4,049–8,686
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Mthatha to Komanibus 17210
2. Take the bus from Queenstown to Port Elizabethbus
10h 13m
R 835–1,070
Drive 482 km
1. Drive from Mthatha to Port Elizabethcar 482 km
6h 32m
R 1,071–1,547
Bus via East London
1. Take the bus from Mthatha to Butterworthbus
2. Take the bus from Butterworth to East Londonbus
3. Take the bus from East London to Grahamstownbus
4. Take the bus from Grahamstown to Port Elizabethbus
11h 50m
R 1,767–2,372

Mthatha Airport (UTT) to Port Elizabeth (PLZ) flights

21Weekly Planes

5h 11mAverage Duration

R 3,899Cheapest Price

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Distance: 411.8 km
Duration: 4h 16m

What companies run services between Mthatha, South Africa and Port Elizabeth, South Africa?

Airlink flies from Mthatha Airport (UTT) to Port Elizabeth (PLZ) 3 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Mthatha to Port Elizabeth via Komani and Queenstown in around 10h 13m.

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