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

The cheapest way to get from Richards Bay to Bloemfontein is to bus which costs R 550 - R 1 400 and takes 19h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Richards Bay to Bloemfontein is to fly which takes 5h 56m and costs R 3 200 - R 5 500.

Is there a direct bus between Richards Bay and Bloemfontein?

No, there is no direct bus from Richards Bay to Bloemfontein. However, there are services departing from Richards Bay and arriving at Bloemfontein via Johannesburg. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 19h 12m.

How far is it from Richards Bay to Bloemfontein?

The distance between Richards Bay and Bloemfontein is 588 km. The road distance is 726 km.

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

The best way to get from Richards Bay to Bloemfontein without a car is to bus which takes 19h 12m and costs R 550 - R 1 400.

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

It takes approximately 5h 56m to get from Richards Bay to Bloemfontein, including transfers.

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

Richards Bay to Bloemfontein bus services, operated by Eagle Liner, depart from Richards Bay station.

Bus or fly from Richards Bay to Bloemfontein?

The best way to get from Richards Bay to Bloemfontein is to fly which takes 5h 56m and costs R 3 200 - R 5 500. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs R 550 - R 1 400 and takes 19h 12m.

Where does the Richards Bay to Bloemfontein bus arrive?

Richards Bay to Bloemfontein bus services, operated by Eagle Liner, arrive at Johannesburg station.

Can I drive from Richards Bay to Bloemfontein?

Yes, the driving distance between Richards Bay to Bloemfontein is 726 km. It takes approximately 9h 50m to drive from Richards Bay to Bloemfontein.

Where can I stay near Bloemfontein?

There are 501+ hotels available in Bloemfontein.

Richards Bay to Bloemfontein - 7 ways to travel via plane, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 7 ways to get from Richards Bay to Bloemfontein by plane, bus (Greyhound), car, taxi, bus, or car train

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Fly to Bram Fischer International Airport
best
1. Fly from Richards Bay (RCB) to Bram Fischer International Airport (BFN)plane RCB - BFN
5h 56m
R 3,199–5,135
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Richards Bay to Johannesburgbus
2. Take the bus from Johannesburg to Bloemfonteinbus
19h 12m
R 581–1,372
Drive 726 km
1. Drive from Richards Bay to Bloemfonteincar 726 km
9h 50m
R 1,681–2,428
Fly to Kimberley, taxi
1. Fly from Richards Bay (RCB) to Kimberley (KIM)plane RCB - KIM
2. Take the taxi from Kimberley (KIM) to Bloemfonteintaxi
7h
R 3,889–9,405
Fly to Maseru, drive
1. Fly from Richards Bay (RCB) to Maseru (MSU)plane RCB - MSU
2. Drive from Maseru (MSU) to Bloemfonteincar
6h 4m
R 4,149–11,655
Bus via Bloemfontein
1. Take the bus from Richards Bay to Johannesburgbus
2. Take the bus from Johannesburg to Bloemfonteinbus
19h 50m
R 701–1,212
Drive, car train
1. Drive from Richards Bay to Theunissencar
2. Take the cartrain from Theunissen to Bloemfonteincartrain 74013
10h 34m
R 1,589–2,265

Richards Bay (RCB) to Bram Fischer International Airport (BFN) flights

14Weekly Planes

8h 14mAverage Duration

R 2,511Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Richards Bay to Bloemfontein.

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Distance: 588.4 km
Duration: 5h 56m

What companies run services between Richards Bay, South Africa and Bloemfontein, South Africa?

Airlink flies from Richards Bay (RCB) to Bram Fischer International Airport (BFN) twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Richards Bay to Bloemfontein via Richards Bay and Johannesburg in around 19h 12m.

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