Find coaches from Pietermaritzburg to Mthatha

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Next departures from Pietermaritzburg to Mthatha on 31 October
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Intercape Mainliner
Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)
Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2Cheapest
Big Sky
Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)
Intercape Office, King Edward Street (opposite Train Station)Fastest
Big Tree Coaches
Pietermaritzburg
Circle Triangle Bus Rank - MthathaNo tags
Luvalo Brothers Transport
PIETERMARITZBURG
MTHATHANo tags
Intercape Mainliner
Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)
Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2No tags

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Get from Pietermaritzburg to Mthatha

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The journey takes about 6 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$21, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

23bus per day
6h 20mAverage duration
269 kmDistance
7kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Pietermaritzburg to Mthatha: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$31
Average bus trip duration6h 20m
Number of daily buses23
Earliest bus departure00:45
Distance268 km
Latest bus departure23:50

Pietermaritzburg to Mthatha Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Pietermaritzburg - Mthatha

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

    The bus ticket price from Pietermaritzburg to Mthatha starts at US$21. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Pietermaritzburg 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 Pietermaritzburg to Mthatha?

    The average travel time between Pietermaritzburg and Mthatha is around 6h 20m, although the fastest bus will take about 5h 25m. This is the time it takes to travel the 269 km that separates the two cities.

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

    The number of buses from Pietermaritzburg to Mthatha can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 23 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Pietermaritzburg to Mthatha by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

  4. Which bus companies travel from Pietermaritzburg to Mthatha?

    When taking the bus from Pietermaritzburg to Mthatha, you can travel comfortably and safely with Intercape, APM WC, Big Sky.

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$21
29/10
US$24
Today
US$21
31/10
US$19
01/11
US$20
02/11
US$20
03/11
US$20
04/11
US$20
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Pietermaritzburg to Mthatha was searched and found on 31 Oct 2025 with a price of US$19

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

You can expect to pay from US$19 to US$38 for a bus ticket from Pietermaritzburg to Mthatha based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$19, which is on 2025-10-31.

Usually Intercity Xpress, 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.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Pietermaritzburg and Mthatha!

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Pietermaritzburg to Mthatha, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

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

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Pietermaritzburg to Mthatha while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

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!

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

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