How much is the bus ticket from Mthatha to Worcester?

The cheapest bus tickets from Mthatha to Worcester start at R 413. The average price for this route is around R 734. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Mthatha to Worcester?

The average bus journey time from Mthatha to Worcester is 15h 30m, covering a distance of 900 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 13h and is operated by Jobela Star .

Which bus companies service the Mthatha to Worcester route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 25 buses available per day, including services from Intercape , APM WC , Eagle Liner , Intercity Xpress , Big Sky , Badela , Jobela Star , Makalala Transport , Flexi City Connect , Gxaweni , Nobles .

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

The earliest bus departs from Mthatha to Worcester at 00:25. And the latest bus departs at 23:45.

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

A bus trip from Mthatha to Worcester produces an estimated 22 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 Mthatha to Worcester?

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 45777 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Mthatha to Worcester?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Badela has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.0.

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

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 Worcester?

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 Mthatha to Worcester from R 417 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Mthatha to Worcester on 20 March
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	14:30	Umtata Station	15h 30m	06:00	Mountain Mill Mall Parking - Entrance 1(Checkers)	Cheapest
Bus	12:00	Circle Triangle Bus Rank - Mthatha	13h 40m	01:40	WORCESTER	Fastest
Bus	12:35	Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2	15h 30m	04:05	Worcester - Entrance 1, Mountain Mill Mall Parking	No tags
Bus	12:30	MTHATHA (RAILWAY) - Mthatha Railway Station,King Edward Street	15h 20m	03:50	N1 - Shell Garage	No tags
Bus	13:15	Umtata Station	17h 25m	06:40	Worcester - Mountain Mill Mall	No tags

Next departures from Mthatha to Worcester on 21 March
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	13:45	Umtata Station	15h 45m	05:30	Mountain Mill Mall Parking - Entrance 1(Checkers)	Cheapest
Bus	12:00	Circle Triangle Bus Rank - Mthatha	13h 40m	01:40	WORCESTER	Fastest
Bus	13:15	Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2	16h 45m	06:00	Worcester - Entrance 1, Mountain Mill Mall Parking	No tags
Bus	12:30	MTHATHA (RAILWAY) - Mthatha Railway Station,King Edward Street	15h 20m	03:50	N1 - Shell Garage	No tags
Bus	13:15	Umtata Station	17h 25m	06:40	Worcester - Mountain Mill Mall	No tags

Next departures from Mthatha to Worcester on 22 March
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	13:45	Umtata Station	15h 45m	05:30	Mountain Mill Mall Parking - Entrance 1(Checkers)	Cheapest
Bus	12:00	Circle Triangle Bus Rank - Mthatha	13h 40m	01:40	WORCESTER	Fastest
Bus	00:25	Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2	18h 30m	18:55	Worcester - Entrance 1, Mountain Mill Mall Parking	No tags
Bus	16:00	Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2	14h 5m	06:05	Worcester - Entrance 1, Mountain Mill Mall Parking	No tags
Bus	12:30	MTHATHA (RAILWAY) - Mthatha Railway Station,King Edward Street	15h 20m	03:50	N1 - Shell Garage	No tags

Next departures from Mthatha to Worcester on 23 March
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	13:45	Umtata Station	15h 45m	05:30	Mountain Mill Mall Parking - Entrance 1(Checkers)	Cheapest
Bus	12:00	Circle Triangle Bus Rank - Mthatha	13h 40m	01:40	WORCESTER	Fastest
Bus	00:25	Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2	18h 30m	18:55	Worcester - Entrance 1, Mountain Mill Mall Parking	No tags
Bus	12:30	MTHATHA (RAILWAY) - Mthatha Railway Station,King Edward Street	15h 20m	03:50	N1 - Shell Garage	No tags
Bus	13:15	Umtata Station	17h 25m	06:40	Worcester - Mountain Mill Mall	No tags

Next departures from Mthatha to Worcester on 24 March
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	14:00	Umtata Station	14h 35m	04:35	Worcester - Mountain Mill Mall	Cheapest
Bus	12:00	Circle Triangle Bus Rank - Mthatha	13h 40m	01:40	WORCESTER	Fastest
Bus	00:25	Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2	18h 30m	18:55	Worcester - Entrance 1, Mountain Mill Mall Parking	No tags
Bus	12:30	MTHATHA (RAILWAY) - Mthatha Railway Station,King Edward Street	15h 20m	03:50	N1 - Shell Garage	No tags
Bus	13:15	Umtata Station	17h 25m	06:40	Worcester - Mountain Mill Mall	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 7:08 PM SAST.

Get from Mthatha to Worcester

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 15 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 413, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

25bus per day

15h 30mAverage duration

900 kmDistance

22kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Mthatha and Worcester?

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

Stops in Worcester

A
Worcester - Entrance 1, Mountain Mill Mall Parking
Mountain Mill Mall Parking Area, Entrance 1(Checkers), 13 Mountain Mill Dr, Hospital Hill, Worcester 6850, South Africa
Visit page
B
N1 - Shell Ultra City
N1, Worcester, South Africa
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Compare bus companies

Intercape

3.5/545 778 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi1.2

Based on 45778 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained about the Wi-Fi. Intercape ticket prices on this trip start at R 664

Intercape Mainliner Mthatha Worcester recent customer reviews

Bus had a problem, we were still in Umthatha area we couldn't go further. We waited for 2 hours next to the road for another one .

Nokuphiwa S.

29 December 2024

Great service ever

Nobhaso G.

20 September 2022

APM WC

2/53 119 reviews

Staff2.7

Timeliness1.2

Cleanliness2.8

WiFi0.5

Based on 3119 reviews, the company was rated 2.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the cleanliness but often complained about the Wi-Fi. APM WC ticket prices on this trip start at R 439

APMWC Mthatha Worcester recent customer reviews

"I recently travelled to Worcester and was disappointed with the seating arrangements. The chairs were extremely uncomfortable, leaving me with a sore body afterwards. I hope in future, more comfortable seating can be provided for passengers."

Pelokazi M.

5 December 2025

I didn't enjoy anything about this bus it was very cold and it didn't even drop me at my arrival destination

Guerilla Force S.

11 July 2024

Very satisfied

Ntlakanipho N.

9 September 2025

Eagle Liner

2.5/511 169 reviews

Staff3.7

Timeliness2.4

Cleanliness3.6

WiFi0.8

Based on 11169 reviews, the company was rated 2.7 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the departure location but often complained about the Wi-Fi. Eagle Liner ticket prices on this trip start at R 413

Eagle Liner Mthatha Worcester recent customer reviews

Everything was fine

Zukiswa M.

3 May 2024

Journey by bus very good

Nyameka M.

13 August 2023

Driving normal speed

Unathi C.

7 August 2023

Intercity Xpress

3/512 045 reviews

Staff4

Timeliness2.6

Cleanliness3.8

WiFi1.2

Big Sky

3.5/53 438 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.2

WiFi1.5

Badela

3.5/5278 reviews

Staff4

Timeliness3

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2

Jobela Star

2.5/5303 reviews

Staff3.4

Timeliness1.8

Cleanliness2.8

WiFi0.7

Based on 303 reviews, the company was rated 2.6 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained about the Wi-Fi. Jobela Star ticket prices on this trip start at R 519

JOBELASTAR Mthatha Worcester recent customer reviews

Firstly the bus arrived later and secondly they left me at my pickup point without calling me

Qwami W.

8 February 2025

Makalala Transport

3/5238 reviews

Staff3.5

Timeliness1.8

Cleanliness3.6

WiFi1.2

Flexi City Connect

2.5/5195 reviews

Staff3.4

Timeliness1.4

Cleanliness3.4

WiFi1

Gxaweni

2/5108 reviews

Staff2.7

Timeliness0.9

Cleanliness3.1

WiFi0.6

Nobles

2/558 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness1.5

Cleanliness3.5

WiFi0.6

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Mthatha to Worcester, ZA 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 Mthatha to Worcester?
The cheapest bus tickets from Mthatha to Worcester start at R 413. The average price for this route is around R 734. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Mthatha to Worcester?
The average bus journey time from Mthatha to Worcester is 15h 30m, covering a distance of 900 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 13h and is operated by Jobela Star.
Which bus companies service the Mthatha to Worcester route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 25 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, APM WC, Eagle Liner, Intercity Xpress, Big Sky, Badela, Jobela Star, Makalala Transport, Flexi City Connect, Gxaweni, Nobles.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Mthatha to Worcester?
The earliest bus departs from Mthatha to Worcester at 00:25. And the latest bus departs at 23:45.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Mthatha to Worcester?
A bus trip from Mthatha to Worcester produces an estimated 22 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 Mthatha to Worcester?
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 45777 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Mthatha to Worcester?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Badela has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.0.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Mthatha to Worcester?
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 Worcester?
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

18/03

R 370

19/03

R 543

Today

R 438

21/03

R 449

22/03

R 447

23/03

R 454

24/03

R 417

25/03

R 428

The cheapest trip from Mthatha to Worcester, ZA was searched and found on 18 Mar 2026 with a price of R 370

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

You can expect to pay from R 370 to R 1 059 for a bus ticket from Mthatha to Worcester, ZA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 417, which is on 2026-03-24.

Usually Big Sky, Intercape 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.