- Mthatha to Estcourt buses
Previously seen trips
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | Bus | Greyhound Office, St Margaret’s House, Cnr Victoria and Madera Str, Mthatha | Midway Caltex Motors/Garage - Lowlands Road | No tags | ||||
![]() | Bus | Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2 | Midway Caltex Motors/Garage - Lowlands Road | No tags | ||||
![]() | Bus | Intercape Office, King Edward Street (opposite Train Station) | Midway Caltex Motors/Garage - Lowlands Road | No tags | ||||
![]() | Bus | Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2 | Midway Caltex Motors/Garage - Lowlands Road | No tags | ||||
![]() | Bus | Intercape Office, King Edward Street (opposite Train Station) | Midway Caltex Motors/Garage - Lowlands Road | No tags |
Get from Mthatha to Estcourt
The journey takes about 7 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just $34, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Mthatha to Estcourt 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 Mthatha to Estcourt?
The cheapest bus tickets from Mthatha to Estcourt start from $34. The average price for this route is around $47. 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 Mthatha to Estcourt?
The average bus travel time from Mthatha to Estcourt is 7h 10m, covering a distance of 302 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 6h 50m and is operated by Intercape.
Which bus companies service the Mthatha to Estcourt route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Big Sky, Citiliner, Greyhound South Africa.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Mthatha to Estcourt?
The earliest bus departs from Mthatha to Estcourt at 4:00pm. And the latest bus departs at 7:20pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Mthatha to Estcourt?
A bus trip from Mthatha to Estcourt generates an estimated 8 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 Mthatha to Estcourt?
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.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Mthatha to Estcourt?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Citiliner has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.2.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Mthatha to Estcourt?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Citiliner, with a punctuality rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Mthatha to Estcourt?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Citiliner, with a cleanliness rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Mthatha to Estcourt, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $31 to $69 for a bus ticket from Mthatha to Estcourt 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 Citiliner 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.









