What is the cheapest way to get from Mthatha to Richards Bay?

The cheapest way to get from Mthatha to Richards Bay is to bus via Port Shepstone which costs R 850 - R 1 200 and takes 11h 13m.

What is the fastest way to get from Mthatha to Richards Bay?

The fastest way to get from Mthatha to Richards Bay is to fly which takes 4h 18m and costs R 3 700 - R 12 000.

Is there a direct bus between Mthatha and Richards Bay?

No, there is no direct bus from Mthatha to Richards Bay. However, there are services departing from Mthatha and arriving at Richards Bay via Port Shepstone and Durban. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 13m.

How far is it from Mthatha to Richards Bay?

The distance between Mthatha and Richards Bay is 478 km. The road distance is 576.8 km.

How do I travel from Mthatha to Richards Bay without a car?

The best way to get from Mthatha to Richards Bay without a car is to bus via Port Shepstone which takes 11h 13m and costs R 850 - R 1 200.

How long does it take to get from Mthatha to Richards Bay?

It takes approximately 4h 18m to get from Mthatha to Richards Bay, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mthatha to Richards Bay bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Mthatha to Richards Bay?

The best way to get from Mthatha to Richards Bay is to fly which takes 4h 18m and costs R 3 700 - R 12 000. Alternatively, you can bus via Port Shepstone, which costs R 850 - R 1 200 and takes 11h 13m.

Where does the Mthatha to Richards Bay bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Mthatha to Richards Bay?

Yes, the driving distance between Mthatha to Richards Bay is 577 km. It takes approximately 7h 33m to drive from Mthatha to Richards Bay.

Where can I stay near Richards Bay?

There are 187+ hotels available in Richards Bay.

Mthatha to Richards Bay - 4 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

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

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Mthatha Airport (UTT) to Richards Bay (RCB)plane UTT - RCB
4h 18m
R 3,774–11,216
Bus via Port Shepstone
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Mthatha to Umzikhulubus
2. Take the bus from Port Shepstone to Durban Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Durban to Richards Baybus
11h 13m
R 860–1,127
Drive 576.8 km
1. Drive from Mthatha to Richards Baycar 576.8 km
7h 33m
R 1,321–1,908
Bus
1. Take the bus from Mthatha to Durbanbus
2. Take the bus from Durban to Richards Baybus
11h 17m
R 896–1,222

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

6Weekly Planes

3h 45mAverage Duration

R 3,596Cheapest Price

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Distance: 478 km
Duration: 4h 18m

What companies run services between Mthatha, South Africa and Richards Bay, 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 Richards Bay via Umzikhulu, Port Shepstone, and Durban in around 11h 13m.

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