Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | George - Sasol Garage | Umtata (Shell Ultra City) | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Intercape Office, Station Street (George Station) | Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2 | Fastest | ||||
 | Bus | Intercape Office, Station Street (George Station) | Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2 | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | GEORGE - RAILWAY STATION, STATION STREET, GEORGE, 6529 | Umtata Station | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | George - Railway Station, Station Street, George, 6529 | Umtata Station | No tags |
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Get from George to Mthatha
The journey takes about 13 hours 5 minutes, and with fares starting at just $30, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in George and Mthatha?
Stops in George
- A
Intercape Office, Station Street (George Station)
Intercape Office, Station Street (George Station), George Industria, George, 6536, South Africa - B
Sasol N2
Sasol Garage, 437 N2, George, 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 George, ZA 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 George to Mthatha?
The cheapest bus tickets from George to Mthatha start from $30. The average price for this route is around $63. 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 George to Mthatha?
The average bus travel time from George to Mthatha is 13h 5m, covering a distance of 644 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 11h 40m and is operated by Intercape.
Which bus companies service the George to Mthatha route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 28 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, APM WC, Big Sky, Eagle Liner, Intercity Xpress, Flexi City Connect.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from George to Mthatha?
The earliest bus departs from George to Mthatha at 12:25am. And the latest bus departs at 11:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from George to Mthatha?
A bus trip from George to Mthatha generates an estimated 16 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 George to Mthatha?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Intercape, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 45773 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from George to Mthatha?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Big Sky has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.5.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from George 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 George 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 George, ZA to Mthatha was searched and found on Feb 14, 2026 with a price of $31To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from George, ZA to Mthatha, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $31 to $77 for a bus ticket from George, ZA to Mthatha based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $31 which is on 2026-02-15.
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.
