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

The cheapest way to get from Pinetown to Mthatha is to bus which costs R 440 - R 850 and takes 7h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Pinetown to Mthatha is to drive which takes 5h 42m and costs R 900 - R 1 400.

Is there a direct bus between Pinetown and Mthatha?

No, there is no direct bus from Pinetown to Mthatha. However, there are services departing from Crompton St and arriving at Mthatha via Pietermaritzburg. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 35m.

How far is it from Pinetown to Mthatha?

The distance between Pinetown and Mthatha is 570 km. The road distance is 397.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Pinetown to Mthatha without a car is to bus which takes 7h 35m and costs R 440 - R 850.

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

It takes approximately 7h 35m to get from Pinetown to Mthatha, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pinetown to Mthatha bus from?

Pinetown to Mthatha bus services, operated by Eagle Liner, depart from Crompton St station.

Bus or fly from Pinetown to Mthatha?

The best way to get from Pinetown to Mthatha is to bus which takes 7h 35m and costs R 440 - R 850. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs R 3 200 - R 4 700 and takes 6h 24m.

Where does the Pinetown to Mthatha bus arrive?

Pinetown to Mthatha bus services, operated by Eagle Liner, arrive at Burger St station.

Can I drive from Pinetown to Mthatha?

Yes, the driving distance between Pinetown to Mthatha is 398 km. It takes approximately 5h 42m to drive from Pinetown to Mthatha.

Where can I stay near Mthatha?

There are seven+ hotels available in Mthatha.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Pinetown to Mthatha by bus (Greyhound), car, bus, plane, or taxi

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

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Crompton St to Burger Stbus
2. Take the bus from Pietermaritzburg to Mthathabus 17202 / ...
7h 35m
R 440–839
Drive 397.6 km
1. Drive from Pinetown to Mthathacar 397.6 km
5h 42m
R 917–1,324
Bus to Pietermaritzburg, fly
1. Take the bus from Crompton St to Burger Stbus
2. Fly from Pietermaritzburg (PZB) to Mthatha Airport (UTT)plane PZB - UTT
6h 55m
R 3,575–10,349
Taxi to Richards Bay, fly
1. Take the taxi from Pinetown to Richards Bay (RCB)taxi
2. Fly from Richards Bay (RCB) to Mthatha Airport (UTT)plane RCB - UTT
6h 48m
R 4,673–10,632
Fly from King Shaka International Airport
1. Fly from King Shaka International Airport (DUR) to Mthatha Airport (UTT)plane DUR - UTT
6h 24m
R 3,201–4,608

Pietermaritzburg (PZB) to Mthatha Airport (UTT) flights

6Weekly Planes

5hAverage Duration

R 3,489Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Pinetown to Mthatha.

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Distance: 569.8 km
Duration: 7h 35m

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

You can take a bus from Crompton St to Mthatha via Burger St and Pietermaritzburg in around 7h 35m. Alternatively, Airlink and Safair fly from King Shaka International Airport (DUR) to Mthatha Airport (UTT) 3 times a day.

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