Find coaches from Mthatha to Cradock

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Next departures from Mthatha to Cradock on 2 November
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Intercape Budgetliner Express
Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2
Caltex Garage/Adamis FuelCheapest
Intercape Budgetliner
Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2
Caltex Garage/Adamis FuelFastest
Badela
Circle Triangle Bus Rank - Mthatha
CRADOCKNo tags
Intercape Budgetliner
Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2
Caltex Garage/Adamis FuelNo tags
Big Sky
Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2
Caltex Garage/Adamis FuelNo tags

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Get from Mthatha to Cradock

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The journey takes about 5 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$18, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

16bus per day
5h 50mAverage duration
305 kmDistance
8kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Mthatha to Cradock: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$25
Average bus trip duration5h 50m
Number of daily buses16
Earliest bus departure11:00
Distance305 km
Latest bus departure16:00

Mthatha to Cradock Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Mthatha - Cradock

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

    The bus ticket price from Mthatha to Cradock starts at US$18. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Mthatha to Cradock 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 Mthatha to Cradock?

    The average travel time between Mthatha and Cradock is around 5h 50m, although the fastest bus will take about 5h. This is the time it takes to travel the 306 km that separates the two cities.

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

    The number of buses from Mthatha to Cradock can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 16 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Mthatha to Cradock by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

  4. Which bus companies travel from Mthatha to Cradock?

    When taking the bus from Mthatha to Cradock, you can travel comfortably and safely with Intercape, Eagle Liner, Big Sky.

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

    Buses travelling between Mthatha and Cradock leave from Southridge Park - Shell Ultra City or Umtata Station and arrive at Cradock - Total Garage, Voortrekker Street (Struwig Motors).

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

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US$20
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US$19
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US$18
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Mthatha to Cradock was searched and found on 02 Nov 2025 with a price of US$18

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

You can expect to pay from US$18 to US$89 for a bus ticket from Mthatha to Cradock based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$18, which is on 2025-11-02.

Usually Gxaweni 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.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

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Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Mthatha to Cradock will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

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Did you know?

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

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