Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Maputo - Intercape Office, 25 De Setembro no. 1129 r/c | Richards Bay - Astron Energy, 7 Premium Promenade | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Maputo - Intercape Office, 25 De Setembro no. 1129 r/c | Richards Bay - Astron Energy, 7 Premium Promenade | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Maputo - Intercape Office, 25 De Setembro no. 1129 r/c | Richards Bay - Astron Energy, 7 Premium Promenade | No tags |
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Get from Maputo to Richards Bay
The journey takes about 7 hours 15 minutes, and with fares starting at just £20, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Based on 44269 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 Wi-Fi. Intercape ticket prices on this trip start at £20
Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Maputo to Richards Bay
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much is the bus ticket from Maputo to Richards Bay?
The cheapest coach tickets from Maputo to Richards Bay start from £20. The average price for this route is around £27. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Maputo to Richards Bay?
The average bus journey time from Maputo to Richards Bay is 7h 15m, covering a distance of 194 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 7h 15m and is operated by Intercape.
Which bus companies service the Maputo to Richards Bay route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Maputo to Richards Bay?
The earliest bus departs from Maputo to Richards Bay at 08:30. And the latest bus departs at 08:30.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Maputo to Richards Bay?
A bus journey from Maputo to Richards Bay produces an estimated 8 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Maputo to Richards Bay was searched and found on 5 Dec 2025 with a price of £33To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Maputo to Richards Bay as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £33 to £43 for a bus ticket from Maputo to Richards Bay based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £33, which is on 2025-12-05.
