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

The cheapest way to get from Volksrust to Mthatha is to shuttle and bus which costs R 1 000 - R 1 400 and takes 12h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Volksrust to Mthatha is to taxi and fly which takes 4h 11m and costs R 3 400 - R 5 500.

How far is it from Volksrust to Mthatha?

The distance between Volksrust and Mthatha is 858 km. The road distance is 665 km.

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

The best way to get from Volksrust to Mthatha without a car is to shuttle and bus which takes 12h 14m and costs R 1 000 - R 1 400.

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

It takes approximately 4h 11m to get from Volksrust to Mthatha, including transfers.

Can I drive from Volksrust to Mthatha?

Yes, the driving distance between Volksrust to Mthatha is 665 km. It takes approximately 9h 15m to drive from Volksrust to Mthatha.

Where can I stay near Mthatha?

There are 49+ hotels available in Mthatha.

Volksrust to Mthatha - 3 ways to travel via taxi, plane, shuttle, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Volksrust to Mthatha by taxi, plane, shuttle, bus, or car

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

Taxi, fly
best
1. Take the taxi from Volksrust to Johannesburg-Airport-JNB
2. Fly from Johannesburg International Airport (JNB) to Mthatha Airport (UTT)JNB - UTT
4h 11m
R 3,471–5,203
Shuttle, bus
cheapest
1. Take a shuttle bus from Volksrust to Ladysmith
2. Take the bus from Ladysmith to Mthatha17202 / ...
12h 14m
R 1,027–1,347
Drive 665 km
1. Drive from Volksrust to Mthatha665 km
9h 15m
R 1,592–2,300

Johannesburg International Airport (JNB) to Mthatha Airport (UTT) flights

27Weekly Planes

1h 20mAverage Duration

R 1,759Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 858.2 km
Duration: 4h 11m

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

There is no direct connection from Volksrust to Mthatha. However, you can take the taxi to Johannesburg-Airport-JNB airport, fly to Mthatha Airport (UTT), then take the taxi to Mthatha. Alternatively, you can take a shuttle from Volksrust to Mthatha via Ladysmith and Ladysmith in around 12h 14m.

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