Bus from Richards Bay to Harrismith: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Richards Bay to Harrismith on November 30
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Intercape MainlinerBus
Richards Bay - Astron Energy, 7 Premium Promenade
Harrismith - Shell Garage, Mkechnie Street (building adjacent to Garage)Cheapest
Intercape MainlinerBus
Richards Bay - Astron Energy, 7 Premium Promenade
Harrismith - Shell Garage, Mkechnie Street (building adjacent to Garage)Fastest

Last refresh of the prices: Last Wednesday at 8:15 PM SAST.

Get from Richards Bay to Harrismith

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 8 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just $26, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day
8h 35mAverage Duration
181 milesDistance
7kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Richards Bay to Harrismith by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Richards Bay to Harrismith?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Richards Bay to Harrismith start from $26. The average price for this route is around $30. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Richards Bay to Harrismith?

    The average bus trip duration from Richards Bay to Harrismith is 8h 35m, covering a distance of 181 miles (291 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 8h 35m and is operated by Intercape.

  3. Which bus companies service the Richards Bay to Harrismith route?

    Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Richards Bay to Harrismith?

    The earliest bus departs from Richards Bay to Harrismith at 4:00pm. And the latest bus departs at 4:00pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Richards Bay to Harrismith?

    A bus trip from Richards Bay to Harrismith generates an estimated 7 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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11/28
$23
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11/30
$30
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Richards Bay to Harrismith was searched and found on Nov 28, 2025 with a price of $23

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Richards Bay to Harrismith, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $23 to $33 for a bus ticket from Richards Bay to Harrismith based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $30 which is on 2025-11-30.

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