What is the cheapest way to get from Mthatha to Harrismith?

The cheapest way to get from Mthatha to Harrismith is to bus which costs R 500 - R 700 and takes 9h 40m.

What is the fastest way to get from Mthatha to Harrismith?

The fastest way to get from Mthatha to Harrismith is to drive which takes 7h 36m and costs R 1 300 - R 1 900.

Is there a direct bus between Mthatha and Harrismith?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Mthatha and arriving at Harrismith. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 9h 40m.

How far is it from Mthatha to Harrismith?

The distance between Mthatha and Harrismith is 757 km. The road distance is 577.2 km.

How do I travel from Mthatha to Harrismith without a car?

The best way to get from Mthatha to Harrismith without a car is to bus which takes 9h 40m and costs R 500 - R 700.

How long does it take to get from Mthatha to Harrismith?

The bus from Mthatha to Harrismith takes 9h 40m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Mthatha to Harrismith bus from?

Mthatha to Harrismith bus services, operated by Greyhound ZA, depart from Mthatha station.

Where does the Mthatha to Harrismith bus arrive?

Mthatha to Harrismith bus services, operated by Greyhound ZA, arrive at Harrismith station.

Can I drive from Mthatha to Harrismith?

Yes, the driving distance between Mthatha to Harrismith is 577 km. It takes approximately 7h 36m to drive from Mthatha to Harrismith.

Where can I stay near Harrismith?

There are 52+ hotels available in Harrismith.

Mthatha to Harrismith - 3 ways to travel via bus, car, and plane

There are 3 ways to get from Mthatha to Harrismith by bus (Greyhound), car, plane, 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.

Bus (Greyhound)
best
1. Take the bus from Mthatha to Harrismithbus 17202 / ...
9h 40m
R 500–700
Drive 577.2 km
1. Drive from Mthatha to Harrismithcar 577.2 km
7h 36m
R 1,316–1,901
Fly, bus
1. Fly from Mthatha Airport (UTT) to Pietermaritzburg (PZB)plane UTT - PZB
2. Take the bus from Pietermaritzburg to Harrismithbus
7h 50m
R 3,409–9,756

Mthatha Airport (UTT) to Pietermaritzburg (PZB) flights

13Weekly Planes

4h 8mAverage Duration

R 2,803Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Mthatha to Harrismith.

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Distance: 756.8 km
Duration: 9h 40m

What companies run services between Mthatha, South Africa and Harrismith, South Africa?

Greyhound ZA operates a bus from Mthatha to Harrismith twice daily. Tickets cost R 500–700 and the journey takes 9h 40m.

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