Bus from Mthatha to Beaufort West: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Mthatha to Beaufort West on December 4
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
APMWCBus
    Umtata Station
    Beaufort West - Total GarageCheapest
    Makalala TransportBus
      MTHATHA (RAILWAY) - Mthatha Railway Station,King Edward Street
      Total Garage, Crn Donkin St. and R61Fastest
      BadelaBus
        Circle Triangle Bus Rank - Mthatha
        BEAUFORT WESTNo tags
        Intercape MainlinerBus
        Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2
        Beaufort West - Engen Garage, Donkin Street (Swartberg N1 Stop)No tags
        Big SkyBus
          Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2
          Beaufort West - Engen Garage, Donkin Street (Swartberg N1 Stop)No tags

          Last refresh of the prices: Today at 2:30 PM SAST.

          Get from Mthatha to Beaufort West

          This route is served by bus only

          The journey takes about 10 hours 35 minutes, and with fares starting at just $33, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

          19bus per day
          10h 35mAverage Duration
          586 kmDistance
          15kgCO₂ emissions

          Frequently asked questions about travelling from Mthatha to Beaufort West 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 Mthatha to Beaufort West?

            The cheapest bus tickets from Mthatha to Beaufort West start from $33. The average price for this route is around $54. 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 Mthatha to Beaufort West?

            The average bus travel time from Mthatha to Beaufort West is 10h 35m, covering a distance of 586 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 6h and is operated by Nobles.

          3. Which bus companies service the Mthatha to Beaufort West route?

            Several major bus companies operate on this route with 19 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, APM WC, Eagle Liner, Big Sky, Makalala Transport, Badela, Jobela Star, Gxaweni, Flexi City Connect, Nobles, Naledi Luxury Liner.

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

            The earliest bus departs from Mthatha to Beaufort West at 12:00pm. And the latest bus departs at 6:00pm.

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

            A bus trip from Mthatha to Beaufort West generates an estimated 15 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 Mthatha to Beaufort West?

            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 Mthatha to Beaufort West?

            Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Badela has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.0.

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

            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 Mthatha to Beaufort West?

            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
          $34
          12-02
          No data
          Today
          No data
          12-04
          $31
          12-05
          $32
          12-06
          $30
          12-07
          $30
          12-08
          $30
          busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Mthatha to Beaufort West was searched and found on Dec 6, 2025 with a price of $30

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

          You can expect to pay from $30 to $92 for a bus ticket from Mthatha to Beaufort West based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $30 which is on 2025-12-06.

          Usually Eagle Liner, Big Sky, Badela 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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