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

The cheapest way to get from Mthatha to Maputo is to bus via Port Shepstone which costs $65 - $140 and takes 13h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Mthatha to Maputo is to fly which takes 3h 41m and costs $310 - $1,000.

Is there a direct bus between Mthatha and Maputo?

No, there is no direct bus from Mthatha to Maputo. However, there are services departing from Mthatha and arriving at Maputo via Port Shepstone and Durban Bus Stn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 52m.

How far is it from Mthatha to Maputo?

The distance between Mthatha and Maputo is 751 km. The road distance is 946.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Mthatha to Maputo without a car is to bus via Port Shepstone which takes 13h 52m and costs $65 - $140.

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

It takes approximately 3h 41m to get from Mthatha to Maputo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mthatha to Maputo bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Mthatha to Maputo?

The best way to get from Mthatha to Maputo is to fly which takes 3h 41m and costs $310 - $1,000. Alternatively, you can bus via Port Shepstone, which costs $65 - $140 and takes 13h 52m.

Where does the Mthatha to Maputo bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Mthatha to Maputo?

Yes, the driving distance between Mthatha to Maputo is 946 km. It takes approximately 13h 3m to drive from Mthatha to Maputo.

Where can I stay near Maputo?

There are 129+ hotels available in Maputo.

Mthatha to Maputo - 5 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Mthatha to Maputo 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 Maputo International Airport
best
1. Fly from Mthatha Airport (UTT) to Maputo International Airport (MPM)plane UTT - MPM
3h 41m
$315–996
Bus via Port Shepstone
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Mthatha to Umzikhulubus
2. Take the bus from Port Shepstone to Durban Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Durban Bus Stn to Maputobus
13h 52m
$68–133
Drive 946.4 km
1. Drive from Mthatha to Maputocar 946.4 km
13h 3m
$132–191
Fly to Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport, drive
1. Fly from Mthatha Airport (UTT) to Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport (MQP)plane UTT - MQP
2. Drive from Nelspruit-Airport-MQP to Maputocar
5h 52m
$173–531
Bus
1. Take the bus from Mthatha to Durbanbus
2. Take the bus from Durban Bus Stn to Maputobus
13h 56m
$69–140

Mthatha Airport (UTT) to Maputo International Airport (MPM) flights

20Weekly Planes

5h 42mAverage Duration

$287Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Mthatha to Maputo.

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Distance: 750.7 km
Duration: 3h 41m

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

Airlink flies from Mthatha Airport (UTT) to Maputo International Airport (MPM) 3 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Mthatha to Maputo via Umzikhulu, Port Shepstone, and Durban Bus Stn in around 13h 52m.

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