Bus from Grahamstown to Mthatha: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Grahamstown to Mthatha on December 4
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Intercape MainlinerBus
The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street
Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2Cheapest
APMWCBus
    The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street
    Umtata (Shell Ultra City)Fastest
    Intercape MainlinerBus
    The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street
    Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2No tags
    Big SkyBus
      The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street
      Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2No tags
      Intercity XpressBus
      Frontier Country Hotel (Opposite Cathedral)
      Mthatha Shell Ultra CityNo tags

      Last refresh of the prices: Today at 2:33 PM SAST.

      Get from Grahamstown to Mthatha

      This route is served by bus only

      The journey takes about 6 hours 5 minutes, and with fares starting at just $33, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

      16bus per day
      6h 5mAverage Duration
      280 kmDistance
      7kgCO₂ emissions

      Frequently asked questions about travelling from Grahamstown 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 Grahamstown to Mthatha?

        The cheapest bus tickets from Grahamstown to Mthatha start from $33. The average price for this route is around $64. 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 Grahamstown to Mthatha?

        The average bus travel time from Grahamstown to Mthatha is 6h 5m, covering a distance of 280 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 5h 30m and is operated by APM WC.

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

        Several major bus companies operate on this route with 16 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Intercity Xpress, Eagle Liner, Big Sky, APM WC.

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

        The earliest bus departs from Grahamstown to Mthatha at 2:45am. And the latest bus departs at 9:40pm.

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

        A bus trip from Grahamstown to Mthatha generates an estimated 7 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 Grahamstown 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.

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

        Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Big Sky has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.5.

      8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Grahamstown 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.

      9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Grahamstown 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.

      Best price found
      12-01
      $41
      12-02
      $40
      Today
      $51
      12-04
      $39
      12-05
      $59
      12-06
      $59
      12-07
      $52
      12-08
      $66
      busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Grahamstown to Mthatha was searched and found on Dec 4, 2025 with a price of $39

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

      You can expect to pay from $39 to $175 for a bus ticket from Grahamstown to Mthatha based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $39 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.

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