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

The cheapest way to get from Richards Bay to Mthatha is to bus which costs R 750 - R 1 400 and takes 12h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Richards Bay to Mthatha is to drive which takes 7h 32m and costs R 1 300 - R 2 000.

Is there a direct bus between Richards Bay and Mthatha?

No, there is no direct bus from Richards Bay to Mthatha. However, there are services departing from Richards Bay and arriving at Mthatha via Durban Bus Stn and Pietermaritzburg. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 7m.

How far is it from Richards Bay to Mthatha?

The distance between Richards Bay and Mthatha is 625 km. The road distance is 577.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Richards Bay to Mthatha without a car is to bus which takes 12h 7m and costs R 750 - R 1 400.

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

It takes approximately 12h 7m to get from Richards Bay to Mthatha, including transfers.

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

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

Bus or fly from Richards Bay to Mthatha?

The best way to get from Richards Bay to Mthatha is to bus which takes 12h 7m and costs R 750 - R 1 400. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs R 4 200 - R 14 000 and takes 15h 38m.

Where does the Richards Bay to Mthatha bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Richards Bay to Mthatha?

Yes, the driving distance between Richards Bay to Mthatha is 577 km. It takes approximately 7h 32m to drive from Richards Bay to Mthatha.

Where can I stay near Mthatha?

There are 72+ hotels available in Mthatha.

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

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There are 5 ways to get from Richards Bay to Mthatha by bus (Greyhound), car, bus, or plane

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Richards Bay to Durbanbus
2. Take the bus from Durban Bus Stn to Burger Stbus
3. Take the bus from Pietermaritzburg to Mthathabus
12h 7m
R 756–1,382
Drive 577.2 km
1. Drive from Richards Bay to Mthathacar 577.2 km
7h 32m
R 1,331–1,922
Bus to King Shaka International Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Richards Bay to Durbanbus
2. Fly from King Shaka International Airport (DUR) to Mthatha Airport (UTT)plane DUR - UTT
9h 10m
R 3,926–12,712
Bus, bus to Pietermaritzburg, fly
1. Take the bus from Richards Bay to Durbanbus
2. Take the bus from Durban Bus Stn to Burger Stbus
3. Fly from Pietermaritzburg (PZB) to Mthatha Airport (UTT)plane PZB - UTT
11h 18m
R 4,191–12,892
Fly from Richards Bay
1. Fly from Richards Bay (RCB) to Mthatha Airport (UTT)plane RCB - UTT
15h 38m
R 4,274–13,215

King Shaka International Airport (DUR) to Mthatha Airport (UTT) flights

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4h 56mAverage Duration

R 3,469Cheapest Price

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Distance: 625.4 km
Duration: 12h 7m

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

You can take a vehicle from Richards Bay to Mthatha via Richards Bay, Durban, Durban Bus Stn, and Pietermaritzburg in around 12h 7m. Alternatively, CemAir and Airlink fly from Richards Bay (RCB) to Mthatha Airport (UTT) twice a week.

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