Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Richards Bay - Astron Energy, 7 Premium Promenade | Matola - Intercape Office, Bairro Da Matola, Preceta Herculano 47 (Bairro Hanhane) | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Richards Bay - Astron Energy, 7 Premium Promenade | Matola - Intercape Office, Bairro Da Matola, Preceta Herculano 47 (Bairro Hanhane) | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Richards Bay - Astron Energy, 7 Premium Promenade | Matola - Intercape Office, Bairro Da Matola, Preceta Herculano 47 (Bairro Hanhane) | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Saturday at 6:23 PM SAST.
Get from Richards Bay to Matola
The journey takes about 7 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just $49, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Based on 44865 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 $49
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Richards Bay to Matola by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Richards Bay to Matola?
The cheapest bus tickets from Richards Bay to Matola start from $49. The average price for this route is around $49. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Richards Bay to Matola?
The average bus travel time from Richards Bay to Matola is 7h 20m, covering a distance of 314 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 7h 20m and is operated by Intercape.
Which bus companies service the Richards Bay to Matola route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Richards Bay to Matola?
The earliest bus departs from Richards Bay to Matola at 10:20am. And the latest bus departs at 10:20am.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Richards Bay to Matola?
A bus trip from Richards Bay to Matola generates an estimated 8 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option 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 Richards Bay to Matola was searched and found on Dec 23, 2025 with a price of $47To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Richards Bay to Matola, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $47 to $61 for a bus ticket from Richards Bay to Matola based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $47 which is on 2025-12-27.
