Bus from Carletonville to Mthatha: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Carletonville to Mthatha on December 4
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Intercape BudgetlinerBus
Carletonville, Engen Garage (Fochville Crossing)
Intercape Office, King Edward Street (opposite Train Station)Cheapest
Intercape BudgetlinerBus
Carletonville, Engen Garage (Fochville Crossing)
Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2Fastest
Intercape BudgetlinerBus
Carletonville, Engen Garage (Fochville Crossing)
Intercape Office, King Edward Street (opposite Train Station)No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 8:06 PM SAST.

Get from Carletonville to Mthatha

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 15 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just $35, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day
15h 55mAverage Duration
364 milesDistance
15kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Carletonville to Mthatha by bus

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

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Carletonville to Mthatha?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Carletonville to Mthatha start from $35. The average price for this route is around $48. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Carletonville to Mthatha?

    The average bus trip duration from Carletonville to Mthatha is 15h 55m, covering a distance of 364 miles (587 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 13h 30m and is operated by APM WC.

  3. Which bus companies service the Carletonville to Mthatha route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, APM WC.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Carletonville to Mthatha?

    The earliest bus departs from Carletonville to Mthatha at 6:50pm. And the latest bus departs at 6:50pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Carletonville to Mthatha?

    A bus trip from Carletonville to Mthatha generates an estimated 15 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Carletonville to Mthatha?

    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 43907 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Carletonville to Mthatha?

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

  8. Which bus company has the most timely service from Carletonville to Mthatha?

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

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Carletonville to Mthatha?

    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
12/01
$50
12/02
$39
Today
$57
12/04
$51
12/05
$54
12/06
$54
12/07
$65
12/08
$65
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Carletonville to Mthatha was searched and found on Dec 2, 2025 with a price of $39

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

You can expect to pay from $39 to $72 for a bus ticket from Carletonville to Mthatha based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $51 which is on 2025-12-04.

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