Bus Tickets from Mthatha to Richards Bay

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Next departures to Richards Bay

One passenger / one way

  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: June 25 at
    Departure city: Mthatha
    Departure location: Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2
    Arrival time: June 25 at
    Destination city: Richards Bay
    Destination location: Richards Bay - Astron Energy, 7 Premium Promenade
    Operated by: Intercape MainlinerIntercape Mainliner
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: June 25 at
    Departure city: Mthatha
    Departure location: Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2
    Arrival time: June 25 at
    Destination city: Richards Bay
    Destination location: Richards Bay - Astron Energy, 7 Premium Promenade
    Operated by: Big Sky + Intercape Mainliner
    Big Sky + Intercape Mainliner
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: June 25 at
    Departure city: Mthatha
    Departure location: Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2
    Arrival time: June 25 at
    Destination city: Richards Bay
    Destination location: Richards Bay - Astron Energy, 7 Premium Promenade
    Operated by: Intercape MainlinerIntercape Mainliner
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: June 25 at
    Departure city: Mthatha
    Departure location: Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2
    Arrival time: June 25 at
    Destination city: Richards Bay
    Destination location: Richards Bay - Astron Energy, 7 Premium Promenade
    Operated by: Big Sky + Intercape Mainliner
    Big Sky + Intercape Mainliner
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: June 25 at
    Departure city: Mthatha
    Departure location: Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2
    Arrival time: June 25 at
    Destination city: Richards Bay
    Destination location: Richards Bay - Astron Energy, 7 Premium Promenade
    Operated by: Intercape MainlinerIntercape Mainliner
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from Mthatha to Richards Bay

Bus
Average PriceUS$48 - US$96Average Duration13h 1m
11kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Shuttle
Average PriceUS$27 - US$93Average Duration12h 35m
14kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the shuttle from Mthatha to Richards Bay

Among the sustainable travel choices, the shuttle stands out as a good way to reach Richards Bay. The journey takes about 12 hours 35 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$27, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1shuttle per day
12h 35mAverage Duration
US$27Cheapest ticket
14kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Mthatha to Richards Bay: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$58
Average Bus Trip Duration13h 1m
Number of daily buses1.14
Earliest bus departure1:50am
Distance451 km
Latest bus departure11:59pm

Mthatha to Richards Bay Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Mthatha - Richards Bay

  1. What is the distance between Mthatha and Richards Bay?

    The distance between Mthatha and Richards Bay is around 443 km (275 miles).

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