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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Bus | Richards Bay - Astron Energy, 7 Premium Promenade | Shell Garage, Ballito Dr | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Richards Bay - Astron Energy, 7 Premium Promenade | Shell Garage, Ballito Dr | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Richards Bay - Astron Energy, 7 Premium Promenade | Shell Garage, Ballito Dr | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Richards Bay - Astron Energy, 7 Premium Promenade | Shell Garage, Ballito Dr | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Richards Bay - Astron Energy, 7 Premium Promenade | Shell Garage, Ballito Dr | No tags |
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Get from Richards Bay to Ballito
The journey takes about 2 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 364, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Based on 44454 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Intercape ticket prices on this trip start at R 364
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Richards Bay to Ballito by bus
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Richards Bay to Ballito?
The cheapest bus tickets from Richards Bay to Ballito start at R 364. The average price for this route is around R 468. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Richards Bay to Ballito?
The average bus journey time from Richards Bay to Ballito is 2h 10m, covering a distance of 120 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 2h 5m and is operated by Intercape.
Which bus companies service the Richards Bay to Ballito route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Richards Bay to Ballito?
The earliest bus departs from Richards Bay to Ballito at 06:45. And the latest bus departs at 19:00.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Richards Bay to Ballito?
A bus trip from Richards Bay to Ballito produces an estimated 3 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Richards Bay to Ballito was searched and found on 15 Dec 2025 with a price of R 352To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Richards Bay to Ballito as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 352 to R 676 for a bus ticket from Richards Bay to Ballito based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 352, which is on 2025-12-15.
