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

The cheapest way to get from Uitenhage to Richards Bay is to bus which costs R 1 000 - R 1 600 and takes 19h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Uitenhage to Richards Bay is to fly which takes 5h 48m and costs R 1 800 - R 3 800.

Is there a direct bus between Uitenhage and Richards Bay?

No, there is no direct bus from Uitenhage to Richards Bay. However, there are services departing from Uitenhage and arriving at Richards Bay via Port Elizabeth and Durban. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 19h 27m.

How far is it from Uitenhage to Richards Bay?

The distance between Uitenhage and Richards Bay is 901 km. The road distance is 1064.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Uitenhage to Richards Bay without a car is to bus which takes 19h 27m and costs R 1 000 - R 1 600.

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

It takes approximately 5h 48m to get from Uitenhage to Richards Bay, including transfers.

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

Uitenhage to Richards Bay bus services, operated by TransLux Express, depart from Port Elizabeth station.

Bus or fly from Uitenhage to Richards Bay?

The best way to get from Uitenhage to Richards Bay is to fly which takes 5h 48m and costs R 1 800 - R 3 800. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs R 1 000 - R 1 600 and takes 19h 27m.

Where does the Uitenhage to Richards Bay bus arrive?

Uitenhage to Richards Bay bus services, operated by TransLux Express, arrive at Durban station.

Can I drive from Uitenhage to Richards Bay?

Yes, the driving distance between Uitenhage to Richards Bay is 1064 km. It takes approximately 14h 10m to drive from Uitenhage to Richards Bay.

Where can I stay near Richards Bay?

There are 188+ hotels available in Richards Bay.

Uitenhage to Richards Bay - 3 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Uitenhage to Richards Bay by plane, bus, or car

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Port Elizabeth (PLZ) to Richards Bay (RCB)plane PLZ - RCB
5h 48m
R 1,830–3,787
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Port Elizabeth to Durbanbus
2. Take the bus from Durban to Richards Baybus
19h 27m
R 1,020–1,507
Drive 1,064.1 km
1. Drive from Uitenhage to Richards Baycar 1,064.1 km
14h 10m
R 2,473–3,572

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

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4h 56mAverage Duration

R 1,212Cheapest Price

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Distance: 900.7 km
Duration: 5h 48m

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

Airlink, South African Airways, and Safair fly from Port Elizabeth (PLZ) to Richards Bay (RCB) 3 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Uitenhage to Richards Bay via Port Elizabeth, Port Elizabeth, and Durban in around 19h 27m.

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