Find coaches from Pinetown to Mthatha

Next departures

Next departures from Pinetown to Mthatha on 31 October
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Intercape Mainliner
Pinetown - Total Garage, 48 Alexander Road (U D S Motors)
Intercape Office, King Edward Street (opposite Train Station)Cheapest
Big Sky
Pinetown - Total Garage, 48 Alexander Road (U D S Motors)
Intercape Office, King Edward Street (opposite Train Station)Fastest
Intercape Mainliner
Pinetown - Total Garage, 48 Alexander Road (U D S Motors)
Intercape Office, King Edward Street (opposite Train Station)No tags
Big Sky
Pinetown - Total Garage, 48 Alexander Road (U D S Motors)
Intercape Office, King Edward Street (opposite Train Station)No tags
Intercape Mainliner
Pinetown - Total Garage, 48 Alexander Road (U D S Motors)
Intercape Office, King Edward Street (opposite Train Station)No tags

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Get from Pinetown to Mthatha

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The journey takes about 6 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$29, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5bus per day
6h 40mAverage duration
284 kmDistance
7kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Pinetown to Mthatha: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$39
Average bus trip duration6h 40m
Number of daily buses5
Earliest bus departure07:25
Distance283 km
Latest bus departure17:25

Pinetown to Mthatha Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Pinetown - Mthatha

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

    The bus ticket price from Pinetown to Mthatha starts at US$29. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Pinetown 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 Pinetown to Mthatha?

    The average travel time between Pinetown and Mthatha is around 6h 40m, although the fastest bus will take about 6h 20m. This is the time it takes to travel the 278 km that separates the two cities.

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

    The number of buses from Pinetown to Mthatha can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 5 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Pinetown to Mthatha by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

  4. Which bus companies travel from Pinetown to Mthatha?

    When taking the bus from Pinetown to Mthatha, you can travel comfortably and safely with Intercape, 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$22
29/10
US$31
Today
US$21
31/10
US$22
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US$23
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Pinetown to Mthatha was searched and found on 30 Oct 2025 with a price of US$21

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

You can expect to pay from US$21 to US$35 for a bus ticket from Pinetown to Mthatha based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$22, which is on 2025-10-31.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Pinetown to Mthatha.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

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Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Pinetown to Mthatha.

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Did you know?

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

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 word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

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