Bus from Estcourt to Mthatha: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Estcourt to Mthatha on December 4
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Citiliner PlusBus
Midway Caltex Motors/Garage - Lowlands Road
Greyhound Office, St Margaret’s House, Cnr Victoria and Madera Str, MthathaCheapest
Big SkyBus
    Midway Caltex Motors/Garage - Lowlands Road
    Intercape Office, King Edward Street (opposite Train Station)Fastest
    Luvalo Brothers TransportBus
      Midway Shell Garage, N3, Estcourt
      MTHATHANo tags
      Intercape BudgetlinerBus
      Midway Caltex Motors/Garage - Lowlands Road
      Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2No tags
      Big SkyBus
        Midway Caltex Motors/Garage - Lowlands Road
        Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2No tags

        Last refresh of the prices: Last Sunday at 11:58 AM SAST.

        Get from Estcourt to Mthatha

        This route is served by bus only

        The journey takes about 7 hours 35 minutes, and with fares starting at just $31, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

        6bus per day
        7h 35mAverage Duration
        303 kmDistance
        8kgCO₂ emissions

        Frequently asked questions about travelling from Estcourt 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.

        1. How much is the bus ticket from Estcourt to Mthatha?

          The cheapest bus tickets from Estcourt to Mthatha start from $31. The average price for this route is around $62. 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 Estcourt to Mthatha?

          The average bus travel time from Estcourt to Mthatha is 7h 35m, covering a distance of 303 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 6h 35m and is operated by Big Sky.

        3. Which bus companies service the Estcourt to Mthatha route?

          Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Big Sky, Citiliner, Luvalo Brothers Transport, Greyhound South Africa.

        4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Estcourt to Mthatha?

          The earliest bus departs from Estcourt to Mthatha at 12:25am. And the latest bus departs at 11:30pm.

        5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Estcourt to Mthatha?

          A bus trip from Estcourt 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.

        6. What is the best bus company from Estcourt to Mthatha?

          According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Luvalo Brothers Transport, with an average rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars based on 62 reviews.

        7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Estcourt to Mthatha?

          Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Citiliner has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.2.

        8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Estcourt to Mthatha?

          According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Luvalo Brothers Transport, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

        9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Estcourt to Mthatha?

          According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Citiliner, with a cleanliness rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

        Find cheapest prices for buses

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

        Best price found
        12-01
        $61
        12-02
        $63
        Today
        $38
        12-04
        $58
        12-05
        $48
        12-06
        $65
        12-07
        $61
        12-08
        $77
        busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Estcourt to Mthatha was searched and found on Dec 3, 2025 with a price of $38

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

        You can expect to pay from $38 to $126 for a bus ticket from Estcourt to Mthatha based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $48 which is on 2025-12-05.

        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.

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