How much is the bus ticket from Maputo to Mbombela?

The cheapest bus tickets from Maputo to Mbombela start at R 460. The average price for this route is around R 614. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Maputo to Mbombela?

The average bus journey time from Maputo to Mbombela is 5h 15m, covering a distance of 170 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 4h 45m and is operated by Intercape .

Which bus companies service the Maputo to Mbombela route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from Intercape , Etrago .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Maputo to Mbombela?

The earliest bus departs from Maputo to Mbombela at 06:30. And the latest bus departs at 19:00.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Maputo to Mbombela?

A bus trip from Maputo to Mbombela produces an estimated 4 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

What is the best bus company from Maputo to Mbombela?

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 Maputo to Mbombela?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Intercape has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.2.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Maputo to Mbombela?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Intercape , with a punctuality rating of 3.1 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Maputo to Mbombela?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Intercape , with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Bus Maputo to Mbombela from R 360 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Maputo to Mbombela on 13 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	18:30	Maputo - Intercape Office, 25 De Setembro no. 1129 r/c	5h 20m	23:50	Sasol Garage, Cnr Samora Machel & Bell Street	Cheapest
Bus	07:00	Tropical Air Tours	4h 45m	11:45	Nelspruit - Intercape Office, 15 Samora Machel Drive	Fastest
Bus	06:30	Maputo - Intercape Office, 25 De Setembro no. 1129 r/c	5h 15m	11:45	Nelspruit - Intercape Office, 15 Samora Machel Drive	No tags
Bus	18:00	Maputo (Etrago)	6h 30m	00:30	Sasol Nelspruit, Cnr Samora Machel Dr & Bell St	No tags
Bus	06:30	Maputo - Intercape Office, 25 De Setembro no. 1129 r/c	5h 15m	11:45	Nelspruit - Intercape Office, 15 Samora Machel Drive	No tags

Next departures from Maputo to Mbombela on 14 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	06:30	Maputo - Intercape Office, 25 De Setembro no. 1129 r/c	5h 15m	11:45	Nelspruit - Intercape Office, 15 Samora Machel Drive	Cheapest
Bus	07:00	Tropical Air Tours	4h 45m	11:45	Nelspruit - Intercape Office, 15 Samora Machel Drive	Fastest
Bus	06:30	Maputo - Intercape Office, 25 De Setembro no. 1129 r/c	5h 15m	11:45	Nelspruit - Intercape Office, 15 Samora Machel Drive	No tags
Bus	06:30	Maputo - Intercape Office, 25 De Setembro no. 1129 r/c	5h 15m	11:45	Nelspruit - Intercape Office, 15 Samora Machel Drive	No tags
Bus	18:30	Maputo - Intercape Office, 25 De Setembro no. 1129 r/c	5h 20m	23:50	Sasol Garage, Cnr Samora Machel & Bell Street	No tags

Next departures from Maputo to Mbombela on 17 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	06:30	Maputo - Intercape Office, 25 De Setembro no. 1129 r/c	5h 15m	11:45	Nelspruit - Intercape Office, 15 Samora Machel Drive	Cheapest
Bus	07:00	Tropical Air Tours	4h 45m	11:45	Nelspruit - Intercape Office, 15 Samora Machel Drive	Fastest
Bus	06:30	Maputo - Intercape Office, 25 De Setembro no. 1129 r/c	5h 15m	11:45	Nelspruit - Intercape Office, 15 Samora Machel Drive	No tags
Bus	18:00	Maputo (Etrago)	6h 30m	00:30	Sasol Nelspruit, Cnr Samora Machel Dr & Bell St	No tags
Bus	06:30	Maputo - Intercape Office, 25 De Setembro no. 1129 r/c	5h 15m	11:45	Nelspruit - Intercape Office, 15 Samora Machel Drive	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 2:13 PM CAT.

Get from Maputo to Mbombela

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 5 hours 15 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 460, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5bus per day

5h 15mAverage duration

170 kmDistance

4kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Maputo and Mbombela?

Stops in Maputo

A
Maputo - Intercape Office, 25 De Setembro no. 1129 r/c
Intercape Office, 25 De Setembro no. 1129 r/c, Maputo, Mozambique
Visit page
B
Tropical Air Tours
909 Av. 24 de Julho, Maputo, Mozambique
Visit page

Stops in Mbombela

A
Nelspruit - Intercape Office, 15 Samora Machel Drive
Intercape Office,, Opposite Promanade Hotel, 15 Samora Machel Drive, Nelspruit Central, Nelspruit, 1201, South Africa
Visit page
B
Nelspruit Evening
Total Super Motors, 4 Samora Machel Dr, Nelspruit, 1201, South Africa

Compare bus companies

Intercape

3.5/545 773 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi1.2

Intercape remains a preferred means of travel for many, with users highlighting the comfortable seating and professional staff. However, there were isolated incidents involving altercations between passengers and employees as well as issues with luggage handling that some found unsatisfactory. Despite these concerns, overall experiences tend to be positive.

Intercape Mainliner Maputo Mbombela recent customer reviews

An altercation between a passenger and an Intercape employee on the bus was not acceptable. While the passenger was probably responsible Intercape employees should be trained to diffuse such incidents.

Nelson D.

23 July 2024

We were a group of 3 and we enjoyed our travel with intecape, it was very comfortable and the staff very professional. We however encountered unusual queue at the south african immigration side, which was unbearable.

Linner N.

3 December 2023

O didn’t enjoyed the delay of the bus, personally I was going to see a doctor at 12.30 P.M, and my ticket showed that the arrival time at destination was 11.45a.m., but the bus arrived at 12.30 P.M, 45 minutes of delay. I approach to the crew members (drivers) and they was shouting at me. Very bad experience

Neusia M.

23 May 2023

Etrago

2/560 reviews

Staff2.8

Timeliness0.8

Cleanliness3.7

WiFi0.3

ZA bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Intercape, Big Sky, Sindbad, Ecolines

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Maputo to Mbombela by bus

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

How much is the bus ticket from Maputo to Mbombela?
The cheapest bus tickets from Maputo to Mbombela start at R 460. The average price for this route is around R 614. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Maputo to Mbombela?
The average bus journey time from Maputo to Mbombela is 5h 15m, covering a distance of 170 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 4h 45m and is operated by Intercape.
Which bus companies service the Maputo to Mbombela route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Etrago.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Maputo to Mbombela?
The earliest bus departs from Maputo to Mbombela at 06:30. And the latest bus departs at 19:00.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Maputo to Mbombela?
A bus trip from Maputo to Mbombela produces an estimated 4 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Maputo to Mbombela?
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 Maputo to Mbombela?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Intercape has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.2.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Maputo to Mbombela?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Intercape, with a punctuality rating of 3.1 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Maputo to Mbombela?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Intercape, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 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

11/02

R 664

12/02

R 380

Today

R 633

14/02

R 360

15/02

R 369

16/02

R 374

17/02

R 401

18/02

R 400

The cheapest trip from Maputo to Mbombela was searched and found on 14 Feb 2026 with a price of R 360

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

You can expect to pay from R 360 to R 760 for a bus ticket from Maputo to Mbombela based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 360, which is on 2026-02-14.

Usually Etrago 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.