Find coaches from East London to Mthatha

Next departures

Next departures from East London to Mthatha on 31 October
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Intercape Mainliner
Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)
Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2Cheapest
Eagle Liner
Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)
Shell Ultra CityFastest
Intercape Mainliner
Intercape Office, Station Road (East London Station)
Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2No tags
Big Sky
Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)
Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2No tags
Greyhound
East London Windmill Park
Greyhound Office, St Margaret’s House, Cnr Victoria and Madera Str, MthathaNo tags

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Get from East London to Mthatha

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The journey takes about 3 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$17, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

33bus per day
3h 20mAverage duration
175 kmDistance
4kgCO₂ emissions

Bus East London to Mthatha: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$26
Average bus trip duration3h 20m
Number of daily buses33
Earliest bus departure00:30
Distance174 km
Latest bus departure22:30

East London to Mthatha Bus

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We make it our job to connect you with the most dependable bus companies that cover bus service from East London to Mthatha.

Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Mthatha from East London, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip East London - Mthatha

  1. How much does a bus ticket from East London to Mthatha cost?

    The bus ticket price from East London to Mthatha starts at US$17. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from East London to Mthatha is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

  2. How long is the bus ride from East London to Mthatha?

    The average travel time between East London and Mthatha is around 3h 20m, although the fastest bus will take about 2h 50m. This is the time it takes to travel the 179 km that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily bus connections are there between East London and Mthatha?

    The number of buses from East London to Mthatha can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 33 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from East London to Mthatha by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

  4. Which bus companies travel from East London to Mthatha?

    When taking the bus from East London to Mthatha, you can travel comfortably and safely with Intercape, Intercity Xpress, Big Sky.

  5. What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from East London to Mthatha?

    Buses travelling between East London and Mthatha leave from Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park) or Railway Station and arrive at Southridge Park - Shell Ultra City, Umtata Station.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
28/10
US$18
29/10
US$15
Today
US$24
31/10
US$20
01/11
US$15
02/11
US$15
03/11
US$15
04/11
US$15
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from East London to Mthatha was searched and found on 03 Nov 2025 with a price of US$15

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

You can expect to pay from US$15 to US$51 for a bus ticket from East London to Mthatha based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$15, which is on 2025-11-03.

Usually Big Sky, Greyhound South Africa 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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Did you know?

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