What is the cheapest way to get from Richards Bay to Eastern Cape?

The cheapest way to get from Richards Bay to Eastern Cape is to bus which costs R 650 - R 1 200 and takes 19h 20m.

What is the fastest way to get from Richards Bay to Eastern Cape?

The fastest way to get from Richards Bay to Eastern Cape is to fly which takes 4h 29m and costs R 1 600 - R 4 100.

Is there a direct bus between Richards Bay and Eastern Cape?

No, there is no direct bus from Richards Bay to Eastern Cape. However, there are services departing from Richards Bay and arriving at Port Elizabeth via Durban. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 19h 20m.

How far is it from Richards Bay to Eastern Cape?

The distance between Richards Bay and Eastern Cape is 864 km. The road distance is 1059.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Richards Bay to Eastern Cape without a car is to bus which takes 19h 20m and costs R 650 - R 1 200.

How long does it take to get from Richards Bay to Eastern Cape?

It takes approximately 4h 55m to get from Richards Bay to Eastern Cape, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Richards Bay to Eastern Cape bus from?

Richards Bay to Eastern Cape bus services, operated by InterCape, depart from Richards Bay station.

Bus or fly from Richards Bay to Eastern Cape?

The best way to get from Richards Bay to Eastern Cape is to fly which takes 4h 55m and costs R 1 800 - R 4 200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs R 650 - R 1 200 and takes 19h 20m.

Where does the Richards Bay to Eastern Cape bus arrive?

Richards Bay to Eastern Cape bus services, operated by InterCape, arrive at Durban station.

Can I drive from Richards Bay to Eastern Cape?

Yes, the driving distance between Richards Bay to Eastern Cape is 1059 km. It takes approximately 14h 3m to drive from Richards Bay to Eastern Cape.

Where can I stay near Eastern Cape?

There are 872+ hotels available in Eastern Cape.

Richards Bay to Eastern Cape - 5 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Richards Bay to Eastern Cape by plane, bus, or car

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Fly Richards Bay to Port Elizabeth
best
1. Fly from Richards Bay (RCB) to Port Elizabeth (PLZ)plane RCB - PLZ
4h 55m
R 1,844–4,175
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Richards Bay to Durbanbus
2. Take the bus from Durban to Port Elizabethbus
19h 20m
R 661–1,172
Drive 1,059.4 km
1. Drive from Richards Bay to Gqeberhacar 1,059.4 km
14h 3m
R 2,814–4,064
Fly Richards Bay to East London
1. Fly from Richards Bay (RCB) to East London (ELS)plane RCB - ELS
4h 29m
R 1,654–4,085
Bus to King Shaka International Airport, fly to Port Elizabeth
1. Take the bus from Richards Bay to Durbanbus
2. Fly from King Shaka International Airport (DUR) to Port Elizabeth (PLZ)plane DUR - PLZ
7h 2m
R 1,996–4,172

Richards Bay (RCB) to Port Elizabeth (PLZ) flights

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6h 11mAverage Duration

R 1,791Cheapest Price

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Distance: 863.6 km
Duration: 4h 55m

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

CemAir and South African Airways fly from Richards Bay (RCB) to Port Elizabeth (PLZ) twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Richards Bay to Port Elizabeth via Richards Bay and Durban in around 19h 20m.

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