Bus from Mthatha to Cape Town: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Mthatha to Cape Town on December 4
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
APMWCBus
    Umtata Station
    Train Station, 1 Old Marine Dr.Cheapest
    BadelaBus
      Circle Triangle Bus Rank - Mthatha
      CAPE TOWNFastest
      Jobela StarBus
        Circle Triangle Bus Rank - Mthatha
        Train Station, 1 Old Marine Dr.No tags
        Intercape MainlinerBus
        Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2
        Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)No tags
        Big SkyBus
          Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2
          Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)No tags

          Last refresh of the prices: Today at 5:23 PM SAST.

          Get from Mthatha to Cape Town

          This route is served by bus only

          The journey takes about 18 hours, and with fares starting at just $30, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

          66bus per day
          18hAverage Duration
          997 kmDistance
          25kgCO₂ emissions

          Frequently asked questions about travelling from Mthatha to Cape Town 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 Cape Town?

            The cheapest bus tickets from Mthatha to Cape Town start from $30. The average price for this route is around $65. 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 Cape Town?

            The average bus travel time from Mthatha to Cape Town is 18h, covering a distance of 997 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 15h 15m and is operated by Eagle Liner.

          3. Which bus companies service the Mthatha to Cape Town route?

            Several major bus companies operate on this route with 66 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Big Sky, Eagle Liner, APM WC, Intercity Xpress, Delta Coaches, Makalala Transport, Gxaweni, Badela, Jobela Star, Flexi City Connect, Nobles.

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

            The earliest bus departs from Mthatha to Cape Town at 12:25am. And the latest bus departs at 11:45pm.

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

            A bus trip from Mthatha to Cape Town generates an estimated 25 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 Cape Town?

            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 Cape Town?

            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 Cape Town?

            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 Cape Town?

            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
          $58
          12-02
          $58
          Today
          $48
          12-04
          $31
          12-05
          $31
          12-06
          $31
          12-07
          $31
          12-08
          $33
          busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Mthatha to Cape Town was searched and found on Dec 4, 2025 with a price of $31

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

          You can expect to pay from $31 to $97 for a bus ticket from Mthatha to Cape Town based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $31 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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