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

The cheapest way to get from Richards Bay to Maputo is to drive which costs $50 - $80 and takes 6h.

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

The fastest way to get from Richards Bay to Maputo is to fly which takes 4h 37m and costs $370 - $750.

Is there a direct bus between Richards Bay and Maputo?

No, there is no direct bus from Richards Bay to Maputo. However, there are services departing from Richards Bay and arriving at Maputo via Durban Bus Stn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 36m.

How far is it from Richards Bay to Maputo?

The distance between Richards Bay and Maputo is 721 km. The road distance is 384.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Richards Bay to Maputo without a car is to bus which takes 9h 36m and costs $35 - $100.

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

It takes approximately 9h 36m to get from Richards Bay to Maputo, including transfers.

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

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

Bus or fly from Richards Bay to Maputo?

The best way to get from Richards Bay to Maputo is to bus which takes 9h 36m and costs $35 - $100. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $370 - $750 and takes 4h 37m.

Where does the Richards Bay to Maputo bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Richards Bay to Maputo?

Yes, the driving distance between Richards Bay to Maputo is 384 km. It takes approximately 6h to drive from Richards Bay to Maputo.

Where can I stay near Maputo?

There are 151+ hotels available in Maputo.

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

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There are 5 ways to get from Richards Bay to Maputo by bus, car, or plane

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Richards Bay to Durbanbus
2. Take the bus from Durban Bus Stn to Maputobus
9h 36m
$36–99
Drive 384.1 km
1. Drive from Richards Bay to Maputocar 384.1 km
6h
$54–78
Bus to King Shaka International Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Richards Bay to Durbanbus
2. Fly from King Shaka International Airport (DUR) to Maputo International Airport (MPM)plane DUR - MPM
7h 49m
$296–446
Fly from Richards Bay
1. Fly from Richards Bay (RCB) to Maputo International Airport (MPM)plane RCB - MPM
4h 37m
$375–746
Bus, bus to Pietermaritzburg, fly
1. Take the bus from Richards Bay to Durbanbus
2. Take the bus from Durban Bus Stn to Burger Stbus
3. Fly from Pietermaritzburg (PZB) to Maputo International Airport (MPM)plane PZB - MPM
12h 27m
$298–787

King Shaka International Airport (DUR) to Maputo International Airport (MPM) flights

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Distance: 721.2 km
Duration: 9h 36m

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

You can take a vehicle from Richards Bay to Maputo via Richards Bay and Durban Bus Stn in around 9h 36m. Alternatively, CemAir and Linhas Aéreas de Moçambique fly from Richards Bay (RCB) to Maputo International Airport (MPM) once a week.

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