Cape Town to Umtata

Cape Town to Umtata

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Cape Town to Umtata Schedule

Cape Town to Umtata Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Jobelastar Luxury 16:50 - 06:30ZAR 1,010
Makalala Transport Luxury 18:35 - 11:20ZAR 652

Transportation from Cape Town to Umtata

  • Buses
    $ 35.23
  • Trains are not available
  • Ferries are not available
  • Flights are not available
  • Taxis are not available
  • Vans are not available

Facts about the transport from Cape Town to Umtata

Cheapest Transport$36
Fastest Transport15h 30m
Earliest Departure6:00 오후
Latest Departure7:00 오후
Departures per day3
Distance775 kilometers
Transport CompaniesBadela, Makalala Transport, Mavumisa

How to get from Cape Town to Umtata

When you want to get from Cape Town to Umtata, you have a few options to consider. Traveling between these destinations is possible by different means of transport:

  • Flight
  • Bus

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Bus. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Bus ticket.

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A Bus ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 61.81. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as USD 35.23.

How far is Cape Town from Umtata?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Cape Town to Umtata. Your trip will be a total of 482 miles (775 km). The flying distance is 482 miles (775 km).

How long does it take to get from Cape Town to Umtata?

The travel time from Cape Town to Umtata can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 16 to 18 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Cape Town to Umtata?

The cost of the trip from Cape Town to Umtata varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Makalala Transport: travelling by bus expect to pay as low as USD 35.23 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a Bus - a one-way Bus ticket can cost as much as USD 61.81.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Cape Town to Umtata:

  • Bus tickets - USD 35.23 to USD 61.81;
  • Plane tickets - USD 250.04 to USD 489.60;

How many trips per day are there between Cape Town and Umtata?

Depending on your choice of transportation, the number of daily trips varies.

  • Buses start plying the route from 18:00 - you can also take a bus as late as 19:00. There are 3 available bus trips every day.
  • Flights from Cape Town to Umtata depart during the day - there are approximately 1 departures a day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Flights

Traveling by plane is the fastest way to get from Cape Town to Umtata. While it’s often the most expensive option, tool, occasionally you can grab promotional tickets for more or less the price of a train or a ferry ticket. Normally, the minimum you need to pay for a Plane ticket is USD 250.04.

Things to remember before boarding a plane:

  • It’s recommended to book a ticket in advance and check-in online. This way, you can save over 2 hours at the airport, and if your seat selection is on a first come first served basis you will have more options to choose from.
  • Getting through security checks may take some time - it’s recommended to get to the airport at least 1.5 hours in advance.

Airlines flying from Cape Town to Umtata

Airlink, FlySafair

Buses

Taking a bus from Cape Town to Umtata is cheaper than flying. Quite often, a long-distance bus is the cheapest transportation option. Buses normally make bathroom and/or lunch stops along the way.

Things to remember before opting for a bus ride:

  • If possible, make sure to choose higher-class buses for a more comfortable travel experience. Such buses often have an air conditioning system, soft reclining seats, Wi-Fi, bathrooms, etc.
  • As with plane tickets, buses are better booked in advance so that you can secure a good seat.
  • While booking a bus, keep in mind that delays are possible. Yet it still pays to get to the bus station at least 15 minutes prior to the scheduled departure.
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The most popular transport from Cape Town to Umtata

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Cape Town to Umtata? In order to make your choice of transportation easier, we asked 1000 users to range their preferences for this route. Here are the results of the poll:

  • 100% decided to go for a bus.