Driving from Mthatha to Pinetown
Pinetown lies 281 km (175 mi) north-east of Mthatha, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 4 h 17 min without stops, over roughly 343 km (213 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
| Mthatha | Pinetown | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | South Africa | South Africa |
| Population | 164,848 | 144,026 |
| Elevation | 694 m (2,277 ft) | 323 m (1,060 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Africa/Johannesburg) | UTC+2 (Africa/Johannesburg) |
Where to book car hire from Mthatha to Pinetown
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Staying in Pinetown
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Common questions
How far is Pinetown from Mthatha?
281 km (175 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Mthatha; by road roughly 343 km (213 mi).
How long does it take to get from Mthatha to Pinetown by car?
About 4 h 17 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Mthatha and Pinetown?
No, both are on Africa/Johannesburg at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.