Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2 | Shell Garage, 32 Margaret St, Ixopo | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Intercape Office, King Edward Street (opposite Train Station) | Shell Garage, 32 Margaret St, Ixopo | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2 | Shell Garage, 32 Margaret St, Ixopo | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2 | Shell Garage, 32 Margaret St, Ixopo | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Greyhound Office, St Margaret’s House, Cnr Victoria and Madera Str, Mthatha | Ixopo Shell Garage | No tags |
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Get from Mthatha to Ixopo
The journey takes about 5 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just $28, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Mthatha to Ixopo 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 Ixopo?
The cheapest bus tickets from Mthatha to Ixopo start from $28. The average price for this route is around $41. 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 Ixopo?
The average bus travel time from Mthatha to Ixopo is 5h 20m, covering a distance of 201 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 4h and is operated by Intercape.
Which bus companies service the Mthatha to Ixopo route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 16 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, APM WC, Big Sky, Citiliner, Greyhound South Africa.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Mthatha to Ixopo?
The earliest bus departs from Mthatha to Ixopo at 1:50am. And the latest bus departs at 7:20pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Mthatha to Ixopo?
A bus trip from Mthatha to Ixopo 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 Mthatha to Ixopo?
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 Ixopo?
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 Ixopo?
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 Ixopo?
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.
The cheapest trip from Mthatha to Ixopo was searched and found on Dec 7, 2025 with a price of $31To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Mthatha to Ixopo, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $31 to $145 for a bus ticket from Mthatha to Ixopo based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $31 which is on 2025-12-07.
