Day trip from Richards Bay to Newcastle
Newcastle lies 236 km (146 mi) north-west of Richards Bay, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 236 km (146 mi) apart, Newcastle is a realistic day trip from Richards Bay: about 3 h 50 min each way by road.
| Richards Bay | Newcastle | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | South Africa | South Africa |
| Population | 252,968 | 404,838 |
| Elevation | 9 m (30 ft) | 1,195 m (3,921 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Africa/Johannesburg) | UTC+2 (Africa/Johannesburg) |
| Postal codes | 3900–3904 | 2940–3082 |
Where to book tours and tickets in Newcastle
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Staying in Newcastle
Our booking partner lists 76 places to stay in Newcastle. Of the 48 with a star rating, the largest group is 4-star (27), and 1 are five-star. Across 45 properties with at least 50 reviews, the average guest score is 8.3 out of 10. Guests have left 10,714 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Newcastle from Richards Bay?
236 km (146 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Richards Bay; by road roughly 287 km (179 mi).
How long does it take to get from Richards Bay to Newcastle by road?
About 3 h 50 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Richards Bay and Newcastle?
No, both are on Africa/Johannesburg at the moment.
Where can I stay in Newcastle?
Our booking partner lists 76 places to stay in Newcastle, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
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- 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.