What is the cheapest way to get from Richards Bay to Free State?

The cheapest way to get from Richards Bay to Free State 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 Free State?

The fastest way to get from Richards Bay to Free State is to fly and taxi which takes 2h 31m and costs R 3 600 - R 6 000.

Is there a direct bus between Richards Bay and Free State?

No, there is no direct bus from Richards Bay to Free State. 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 Free State?

The distance between Richards Bay and Free State is 586 km. The road distance is 726 km.

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

The best way to get from Richards Bay to Free State 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 Free State?

It takes approximately 2h 31m to get from Richards Bay to Free State, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Richards Bay to Free State bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Richards Bay to Free State?

The best way to get from Richards Bay to Free State is to bus which takes 19h 12m and costs R 550 - R 1 400. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs R 3 200 - R 4 700 and takes 5h 56m.

Where does the Richards Bay to Free State bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Richards Bay to Free State?

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

Where can I stay near Free State?

There are 498+ hotels available in Free State.

Richards Bay to Free State - 6 ways to travel via plane, taxi, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Richards Bay to Free State by plane, taxi, bus (Greyhound), car, bus, or car train

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Fly to Johannesburg International Airport, taxi
best
1. Fly from Richards Bay (RCB) to Johannesburg International Airport (JNB)plane RCB - JNB
2. Take the taxi from Johannesburg-Airport-JNB to Sasolburgtaxi
2h 31m
R 3,689–5,705
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Richards Bay to Johannesburgbus
2. Take the bus from Johannesburg to Bloemfonteinbus
19h 12m
R 591–1,372
Drive 726 km
1. Drive from Richards Bay to Bloemfonteincar 726 km
9h 50m
R 1,681–2,428
Fly to Bram Fischer International Airport
1. Fly from Richards Bay (RCB) to Bram Fischer International Airport (BFN)plane RCB - BFN
5h 56m
R 3,199–4,635
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 Johannesburg International Airport (JNB) flights

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1h 10mAverage Duration

R 1,628Cheapest Price

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Distance: 586.1 km
Duration: 2h 31m

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

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

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