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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Margate - Hibiscus Mall | Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2 | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Margate - Hibiscus Mall | Intercape Office, King Edward Street (opposite Train Station) | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Margate - Hibiscus Mall | Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2 | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Margate - Hibiscus Mall | Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2 | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Margate - Hibiscus Mall | Intercape Office, King Edward Street (opposite Train Station) | No tags |
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Get from Margate to Mthatha
The journey takes about 5 hours 35 minutes, and with fares starting at just $41, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Margate, 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 Margate to Mthatha?
The cheapest bus tickets from Margate to Mthatha start from $41. The average price for this route is around $56. 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 Margate to Mthatha?
The average bus travel time from Margate to Mthatha is 5h 35m, covering a distance of 183 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 5h 15m and is operated by Big Sky.
Which bus companies service the Margate to Mthatha route?
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Margate to Mthatha?
The earliest bus departs from Margate to Mthatha at 9:45am. And the latest bus departs at 10:10am.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Margate to Mthatha?
A bus trip from Margate to Mthatha generates an estimated 5 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 Margate to Mthatha?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Big Sky, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 3438 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Margate 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 Margate 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 Margate 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 Margate, ZA to Mthatha was searched and found on Feb 6, 2026 with a price of $43To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Margate, ZA to Mthatha, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $43 to $124 for a bus ticket from Margate, ZA to Mthatha based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $43 which is on 2026-02-06.
