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

The cheapest way to get from Maputo to Richards Bay is to drive which costs R 850 - R 1 300 and takes 6h.

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

The fastest way to get from Maputo to Richards Bay is to fly and bus which takes 4h 30m and costs R 4 300 - R 6 000.

Is there a direct bus between Maputo and Richards Bay?

No, there is no direct bus from Maputo to Richards Bay. However, there are services departing from Maputo and arriving at Richards Bay via Durban. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 45m.

How far is it from Maputo to Richards Bay?

The distance between Maputo and Richards Bay is 334 km. The road distance is 383.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Maputo to Richards Bay without a car is to bus which takes 9h 45m and costs R 850 - R 1 900.

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

It takes approximately 4h 51m to get from Maputo to Richards Bay, including transfers.

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

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

Bus or fly from Maputo to Richards Bay?

The best way to get from Maputo to Richards Bay is to fly which takes 4h 51m and costs R 5 500 - R 17 000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs R 850 - R 1 900 and takes 9h 45m.

Where does the Maputo to Richards Bay bus arrive?

Maputo to Richards Bay bus services, operated by InterCape, arrive at Durban Bus Stn station.

Can I drive from Maputo to Richards Bay?

Yes, the driving distance between Maputo to Richards Bay is 383 km. It takes approximately 6h to drive from Maputo to Richards Bay.

Where can I stay near Richards Bay?

There are 186+ hotels available in Richards Bay.

Maputo to Richards Bay - 4 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Maputo to Richards Bay by plane, bus (Greyhound), car, or bus

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly to Richards Bay
best
1. Fly from Maputo International Airport (MPM) to Richards Bay (RCB)plane MPM - RCB
4h 51m
R 5,536–16,643
Drive 383.4 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Maputo to Richards Baycar 383.4 km
6h
R 860–1,242
Bus
1. Take the bus from Maputo to Durban Bus Stnbus
2. Take the bus from Durban to Richards Baybus
9h 45m
R 867–1,900
Fly to King Shaka International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Maputo International Airport (MPM) to King Shaka International Airport (DUR)plane MPM - DUR
2. Take the bus from Ballito to Richards Baybus
4h 30m
R 4,311–5,963

Maputo International Airport (MPM) to Richards Bay (RCB) flights

22Weekly Planes

6h 35mAverage Duration

R 5,002Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Maputo to Richards Bay.

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Distance: 333.6 km
Duration: 4h 51m

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

Airlink and Linhas Aéreas de Moçambique fly from Maputo International Airport (MPM) to Richards Bay (RCB) 3 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Maputo to Richards Bay via Durban in around 9h 45m.

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