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

The cheapest way to get from Richards Bay to Grahamstown is to drive which costs R 2 100 - R 3 100 and takes 12h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Richards Bay to Grahamstown is to taxi and fly and bus which takes 5h 54m and costs R 2 700 - R 5 500.

How far is it from Richards Bay to Grahamstown?

The distance between Richards Bay and Grahamstown is 990 km. The road distance is 933 km.

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

It takes approximately 5h 54m to get from Richards Bay to Grahamstown, including transfers.

Can I drive from Richards Bay to Grahamstown?

Yes, the driving distance between Richards Bay to Grahamstown is 933 km. It takes approximately 12h 47m to drive from Richards Bay to Grahamstown.

Where can I stay near Grahamstown?

There are 71+ hotels available in Grahamstown.

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

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There are 6 ways to get from Richards Bay to Grahamstown by taxi, plane, bus, or car

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Taxi to King Shaka International Airport, fly to Port Elizabeth, bus
best
1. Take the taxi from Richards Bay to King Shaka International Airport (DUR)taxi
2. Fly from King Shaka International Airport (DUR) to Port Elizabeth (PLZ)plane DUR - PLZ
3. Take the bus from Port Elizabeth to Grahamstownbus
5h 54m
R 2,698–5,025
Fly Richards Bay to East London, bus
cheapest
1. Fly from Richards Bay (RCB) to East London (ELS)plane RCB - ELS
2. Take the bus from East London to Grahamstownbus
7h 47m
R 2,029–4,495
Drive 933 km
1. Drive from Richards Bay to Grahamstowncar 933 km
12h 47m
R 2,101–3,034
Fly Richards Bay to Port Elizabeth, bus
1. Fly from Richards Bay (RCB) to Port Elizabeth (PLZ)plane RCB - PLZ
2. Take the bus from Port Elizabeth to Grahamstownbus
9h 58m
R 3,059–7,115
Taxi to King Shaka International Airport, fly to East London, bus
1. Take the taxi from Richards Bay to King Shaka International Airport (DUR)taxi
2. Fly from King Shaka International Airport (DUR) to East London (ELS)plane DUR - ELS
3. Take the bus from East London to Grahamstownbus
6h 38m
R 2,668–5,405
Taxi to Pietermaritzburg, fly to Port Elizabeth, bus
1. Take the taxi from Richards Bay to Pietermaritzburg (PZB)taxi
2. Fly from Pietermaritzburg (PZB) to Port Elizabeth (PLZ)plane PZB - PLZ
3. Take the bus from Port Elizabeth to Grahamstownbus
10h 14m
R 5,329–10,207

King Shaka International Airport (DUR) to Port Elizabeth (PLZ) flights

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2h 45mAverage Duration

R 1,366Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Richards Bay to Grahamstown.

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Distance: 989.9 km
Duration: 5h 54m

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

There is no direct connection from Richards Bay to Grahamstown. However, you can take the taxi to King Shaka International Airport (DUR) airport, fly to Port Elizabeth (PLZ), take the taxi to Port Elizabeth, then take the bus to Grahamstown. Alternatively, you can drive from Richards Bay to Grahamstown in around 12h 47m.

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