Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Caltex Garage/Adamis Fuel | Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2 | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Cradock - Total Garage, Voortrekker Street (Struwig Motors) | Shell Ultra City | Fastest | ||||
 | Bus | CRADOCK | Circle Triangle Bus Rank - Mthatha | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Calata St. - Shell Garage | Circle Triangle Bus Rank - Mthatha | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Caltex Garage/Adamis Fuel | Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2 | No tags |
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Get from Cradock to Mthatha
The journey takes about 5 hours 35 minutes, and with fares starting at just $29, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Cradock and Mthatha?
Stops in Cradock
- A
Cradock - Total Garage, Voortrekker Street (Struwig Motors)
Total Garage, Voortrekker Street (Struwig Motors), Cradock, 5880, South Africa
Stops in Mthatha
- A
Southridge Park - Shell Ultra City
Shell Ultra City, N2, Southridge Park, Mthatha, 5100, South Africa - B
Umtata Station
King Edward Street, opposite Train Station, Norwood, Mthatha, 5160, South Africa
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cradock to Mthatha 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 Cradock to Mthatha?
The cheapest bus tickets from Cradock to Mthatha start from $29. The average price for this route is around $69. 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 Cradock to Mthatha?
The average bus travel time from Cradock to Mthatha is 5h 35m, covering a distance of 306 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 30m and is operated by Badela.
Which bus companies service the Cradock to Mthatha route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 17 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Eagle Liner, Big Sky, Makalala Transport, Badela, Mavumisa Transport, Gxaweni, Flexi City Connect, APM WC, Naledi Luxury Liner, Nobles.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Cradock to Mthatha?
The earliest bus departs from Cradock to Mthatha at 2:45am. And the latest bus departs at 6:25am.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cradock to Mthatha?
A bus trip from Cradock to Mthatha generates an estimated 8 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Cradock to Mthatha?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Big Sky, with an average rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars based on 3015 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Cradock to Mthatha?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Badela has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.0.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Cradock to Mthatha?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Big Sky, with a punctuality rating of 3.3 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Cradock to Mthatha?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Big Sky, with a cleanliness rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Cradock to Mthatha was searched and found on Dec 3, 2025 with a price of $34To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Cradock to Mthatha, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $34 to $123 for a bus ticket from Cradock to Mthatha based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $47 which is on 2025-12-04.
Usually Intercape will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
