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Mthatha to Swellendam

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12 h 15 min
1010 km.
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Seven ways to Travel from Mthatha to Swellendam

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Cheapest
By car (1 010 km)
12 h 15 min
1010 km.
from $55
Other
Rideshare
12 h 15 min
1010 km.
from $13.17
Bus, Plane (Fly Mthatha Airport to George Airport)
6 h 50 min
823 km.
from $255.46
Bus
24 h 54 min
824 km.
from $68.72
Bus, Plane (Fly Mthatha Airport to Cape Town International Airport)
7 h 2 min
823 km.
from $364.15
Bus, Plane (Bus)
9 h 18 min
823 km.
from $174.46
Bus via Umtata
27 h 14 min
824 km.
from $78.30

Transport providers

Airlines

Safair

Website:
flysafair.co.za/
Plane from Mthatha Airport to George
Ave. Duration:
4h 42m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$115.10–$294.13
Plane from East London to Cape
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$52.43–$204.61

Airlink

Phone:
+27 11 451 7300
Website:
flyairlink.com/
Plane from Mthatha Airport to George
Ave. Duration:
5h 45m
Frequency:
Monday to Saturday
Estimated price:
$268.56–$767.30
Plane from Mthatha Airport to Cape
Ave. Duration:
5h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$179.04–$485.96

Bus operators

Greyhound ZA

Phone:
+27 11 611 8000
Email:
Website:
greyhound.co.za
Bus from Mthatha to Butterworth
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$24.30–$33.25

Eagle Liner

Phone:
+27 87 150 1895
Email:
Website:
eagleliner.co.za
Bus from Umtata to Cape
Ave. Duration:
20h 15m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$24.30–$70.34
Bus from Butterworth to East
Ave. Duration:
1h 35m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$3.45–$25.58

TransLux Express

Phone:
+27 86 158 9282
Website:
res.prasa.com/translux/booking
Bus from Cape Town to Swellendam
Ave. Duration:
3h 29m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$14.07–$19.18

InterCape

Phone:
+27 (0)21 380 4400
Email:
Website:
intercape.co.za
Bus from Umtata to Cape
Ave. Duration:
21h 30m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$33.25–$70.34

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Mthatha to Swellendam is to bus which costs $32.61 - $76.09 and takes 24h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Mthatha to Swellendam is to fly and taxi which takes 6h 50m and costs $163.04 - $347.83 .

Is there a direct bus between Mthatha and Swellendam?

No, there is no direct bus from Mthatha to Swellendam. However, there are services departing from Umtata and arriving at Swellendam via Cape Town. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 24h 54m.

How far is it from Mthatha to Swellendam?

The distance between Mthatha and Swellendam is 868 km. The road distance is 1010.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Mthatha to Swellendam without a car is to bus which takes 24h 54m and costs $32.61 - $76.09 .

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

It takes approximately 6h 50m to get from Mthatha to Swellendam, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mthatha to Swellendam bus from?

Mthatha to Swellendam bus services, operated by Eagle Liner, depart from Umtata station.

Where does the Mthatha to Swellendam bus arrive?

Mthatha to Swellendam bus services, operated by Eagle Liner, arrive at Cape Town station.

Can I drive from Mthatha to Swellendam?

Yes, the driving distance between Mthatha to Swellendam is 1011 km. It takes approximately 12h 14m to drive from Mthatha to Swellendam.

Where can I stay near Swellendam?

There are 89+ hotels available in Swellendam. Prices start at $26.99 per night.
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