How much is the bus ticket from Riversdale to Mthatha?

The cheapest coach tickets from Riversdale to Mthatha start from £19. The average price for this route is around £50. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Riversdale to Mthatha?

The average bus journey time from Riversdale to Mthatha is 15h 5m, covering a distance of 469 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 13h 45m and is operated by APM WC .

Which bus companies service the Riversdale to Mthatha route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 15 buses available per day, including services from Intercape , APM WC , Eagle Liner , Intercity Xpress , Big Sky .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Riversdale to Mthatha?

The earliest bus departs from Riversdale to Mthatha at 11:20. And the latest bus departs at 23:05.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Riversdale to Mthatha?

A bus journey from Riversdale to Mthatha produces an estimated 19 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Which is the best bus company from Riversdale to Mthatha?

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 company has the best Wi-Fi from Riversdale to Mthatha?

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Big Sky has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.5.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Riversdale to Mthatha?

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 Riversdale to Mthatha?

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.

Bus Riversdale to Mthatha from £29 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Riversdale to Mthatha on 4 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	19:55	RIVERSDAL - NISSAN GARAGE (NEXT TO TOTAL TAKEAWAYS)	13h 45m	09:40	Umtata (Shell Ultra City)	CheapestFastest
Bus	12:35	Shell Garage, N2 (next to Spur)	15h 5m	03:40	Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2	No tags
Bus	22:55	Riversdale - Pit Stop N2, Riversdale, 6670	14h 10m	13:05	Umtata Station	No tags
Bus	23:00	Riversdale - Pit Stop N2, Riversdale, 6670	14h 45m	13:45	Umtata Station	No tags
Bus	17:50	RIVERSDAL - NISSAN GARAGE (NEXT TO TOTAL TAKEAWAYS)	15h 5m	08:55	Umtata (Shell Ultra City)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 17:19 SAST.

Get from Riversdale to Mthatha

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 15 hours 5 minutes, and with fares starting at just £19, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

15bus per day

15h 5mAverage duration

469 milesDistance

19kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Riversdale and Mthatha?

Stops in Riversdale

A
Shell Garage, N2 (next to Spur)
Shell Garage, N2 (next to Spur), 6 N2, Riversdale, 6670, South Africa
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Stops in Mthatha

A
Southridge Park - Shell Ultra City
Shell Ultra City, N2, Southridge Park, Mthatha, 5100, South Africa
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B
Umtata Station
King Edward Street, opposite Train Station, Norwood, Mthatha, 5160, South Africa

Compare bus companies

Intercape

3.5/544,269 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi1.2

APM WC

2/52,781 reviews

Staff2.7

Timeliness1.1

Cleanliness2.7

WiFi0.5

Eagle Liner

3/510,416 reviews

Staff3.7

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness3.6

WiFi0.8

Intercity Xpress

3/511,120 reviews

Staff4

Timeliness2.6

Cleanliness3.8

WiFi1.1

Big Sky

3.5/53,103 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.2

WiFi1.5

ZA Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Riversdale, ZA to Mthatha

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much is the bus ticket from Riversdale to Mthatha?
The cheapest coach tickets from Riversdale to Mthatha start from £19. The average price for this route is around £50. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Riversdale to Mthatha?
The average bus journey time from Riversdale to Mthatha is 15h 5m, covering a distance of 469 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 13h 45m and is operated by APM WC.
Which bus companies service the Riversdale to Mthatha route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 15 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, APM WC, Eagle Liner, Intercity Xpress, Big Sky.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Riversdale to Mthatha?
The earliest bus departs from Riversdale to Mthatha at 11:20. And the latest bus departs at 23:05.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Riversdale to Mthatha?
A bus journey from Riversdale to Mthatha produces an estimated 19 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from Riversdale to Mthatha?
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 company has the best Wi-Fi from Riversdale to Mthatha?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Big Sky has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.5.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Riversdale to Mthatha?
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 Riversdale to Mthatha?
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

01/12

£37

02/12

£36

Today

£36

04/12

£38

05/12

No data

06/12

No data

07/12

No data

08/12

£38

The cheapest trip from Riversdale, ZA to Mthatha was searched and found on 3 Dec 2025 with a price of £36

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

You can expect to pay from £36 to £62 for a bus ticket from Riversdale, ZA to Mthatha based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £38, which is on 2025-12-08.