Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Umtata Station | Queenstown (Sasol Garage) | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Shell Ultra City | Queenstown (Sasol Garage) | Fastest | ||||
 | Bus | Circle Triangle Bus Rank - Mthatha | QUEENSTOWN | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2 | Intercape Office, Cathcart Road (next to Sasol Garage) | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Mthatha (Train Station) - Train Station Mthatha, N2, Norwood | Shell Ultra City - 2 Cathcart Rd. | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Friday at 11:52 PM SAST.
Get from Mthatha to Queenstown
The journey takes about 3 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just $30, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Mthatha and Queenstown?
Stops in Mthatha
- A
Southridge Park - Shell Ultra City
Shell Ultra City, N2, Southridge Park, Mthatha, 5100, South Africa - B
Umtata Station
King Edward Street, opposite Train Station, Norwood, Mthatha, 5160, South Africa
Stops in Queenstown
- A14 Queens Dr, Queenstown, 5320, South Africa
- BQueenstown, 5320, South Africa
- C
Intercape Office, Cathcart Road (next to Sasol Garage)
Intercape Office, Cathcart Road (next to Sasol Garage), Queenstown, 5320, South Africa - D
Greyhound Office
17 Shepstone St, Queenstown, 5320, South Africa
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Mthatha to Queenstown, ZA 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 Queenstown?
The cheapest bus tickets from Mthatha to Queenstown start from $30. The average price for this route is around $46. 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 Queenstown?
The average bus travel time from Mthatha to Queenstown is 3h 50m, covering a distance of 179 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 2h 25m and is operated by Nombewu Brothers Transport.
Which bus companies service the Mthatha to Queenstown route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 55 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, APM WC, Eagle Liner, Big Sky, Intercity Xpress, Delta Coaches, Flexi City Connect, Badela, Makalala Transport, Gxaweni, Jobela Star, Nombewu Brothers Transport, Greyhound South Africa, Nobles.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Mthatha to Queenstown?
The earliest bus departs from Mthatha to Queenstown at 11:00am. And the latest bus departs at 11:50pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Mthatha to Queenstown?
A bus trip from Mthatha to Queenstown generates an estimated 4 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 Queenstown?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Intercape, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 45773 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Mthatha to Queenstown?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Badela has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.0.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Mthatha to Queenstown?
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 Mthatha to Queenstown?
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 Mthatha to Queenstown, ZA was searched and found on Feb 7, 2026 with a price of $27To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Mthatha to Queenstown, ZA, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $27 to $89 for a bus ticket from Mthatha to Queenstown, ZA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $27 which is on 2026-02-07.
Usually 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.
