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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Intercape Mainliner + Intercape Mainliner Express | Richards Bay - Astron Energy, 7 Premium Promenade | Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road) | Cheapest | |||||
Intercape Mainliner + Intercape Mainliner Express | Richards Bay - Astron Energy, 7 Premium Promenade | Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road) | Fastest | |||||
Intercape Mainliner + Intercape Mainliner Express | Richards Bay - Astron Energy, 7 Premium Promenade | Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road) | No tags | |||||
Intercape Mainliner + Intercape Mainliner Express | Richards Bay - Astron Energy, 7 Premium Promenade | Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road) | No tags | |||||
Intercape Mainliner + Intercape Mainliner Express | Richards Bay - Astron Energy, 7 Premium Promenade | Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road) | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Richards Bay to Cape Town
| Average Price | Average Duration | CO₂ emissions | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average PriceUS$66 - US$141 | Average Duration1d 4h | 35kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars | FastestMost eco-friendly | ||
Shuttle | Average PriceUS$58 - US$77 | Average Duration1d 6h | 44kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars | Cheapest |
Busbud recommends taking the shuttle from Richards Bay to Cape TownAmong the sustainable travel choices, the shuttle stands out as a good way to reach Cape Town. The journey takes about 1 day, 6 hours 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$58, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Bus Richards Bay to Cape Town: Trip Overview
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Based on 42436 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the WiFi. Intercape ticket prices on this trip start at US$66
Richards Bay to Cape Town Bus
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Frequently asked questions on the trip Richards Bay - Cape Town
What is the distance between Richards Bay and Cape Town?
The distance covered from Richards Bay to Cape Town is 1414 km (877 miles).
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Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Richards Bay to Cape Town, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.
Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Richards Bay to Cape Town.
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The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!
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Popular Buses Connecting Richards Bay
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Buses Going to Richards Bay
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