How much is the bus ticket from Mthatha to Jeffreys Bay?

The cheapest bus tickets from Mthatha to Jeffreys Bay start from $24. The average price for this route is around $31. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Mthatha to Jeffreys Bay?

The average bus trip duration from Mthatha to Jeffreys Bay is 9h 50m, covering a distance of 278 miles (448 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 8h and is operated by APM WC .

Which bus companies service the Mthatha to Jeffreys Bay route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 8 buses available per day, including services from Intercape , Big Sky , APM WC .

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

The earliest bus departs from Mthatha to Jeffreys Bay at 12:25am. And the latest bus departs at 11:45pm.

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

A bus trip from Mthatha to Jeffreys Bay generates an estimated 11 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Mthatha to Jeffreys Bay?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Big Sky , with an average rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars based on 3118 reviews.

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

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Big Sky has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.5.

Which bus company has the most timely service from Mthatha to Jeffreys Bay?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Jeffreys Bay?

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 Jeffreys Bay from $23 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Mthatha to Jeffreys Bay on December 7
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:25pm	Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2	9h 50m	9:15am	Jeffreys Bay - Caltex Garage, Mentors Plaza (next to N2 off ramp)	Cheapest
Bus	11:25pm	Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2	9h 50m	9:15am	Jeffreys Bay - Caltex Garage, Mentors Plaza (next to N2 off ramp)	Fastest
Bus	11:25pm	Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2	9h 50m	9:15am	Jeffreys Bay - Caltex Garage, Mentors Plaza (next to N2 off ramp)	No tags
Bus	11:45pm	Intercape Office, King Edward Street (opposite Train Station)	10h 5m	9:50am	Jeffreys Bay - Caltex Garage, Mentors Plaza (next to N2 off ramp)	No tags
Bus	10:55pm	Intercape Office, King Edward Street (opposite Train Station)	10h 20m	9:15am	Jeffreys Bay - Caltex Garage, Mentors Plaza (next to N2 off ramp)	No tags

Next departures for Mthatha to Jeffreys Bay on December 8
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	2:30pm	Umtata (Shell Ultra City)	8h	10:30pm	JEFFREYSBAY - CALTEX WAVELANDS	CheapestFastest
Bus	12:25am	Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2	9h 25m	9:50am	Jeffreys Bay - Caltex Garage, Mentors Plaza (next to N2 off ramp)	No tags
Bus	11:25pm	Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2	9h 50m	9:15am	Jeffreys Bay - Caltex Garage, Mentors Plaza (next to N2 off ramp)	No tags
Bus	12:25am	Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2	9h 25m	9:50am	Jeffreys Bay - Caltex Garage, Mentors Plaza (next to N2 off ramp)	No tags
Bus	11:25pm	Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2	9h 50m	9:15am	Jeffreys Bay - Caltex Garage, Mentors Plaza (next to N2 off ramp)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Wednesday at 6:09 PM SAST.

Get from Mthatha to Jeffreys Bay

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 9 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $24, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8bus per day

9h 50mAverage Duration

278 milesDistance

11kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Mthatha and Jeffreys Bay?

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 Jeffreys Bay

A
Jeffreys Bay - Caltex Garage, Mentors Plaza (next to N2 off ramp)
Caltex Garage, Mentors Plaza (next to N2), Jeffreys Bay, South Africa
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Compare bus companies

Intercape

3.5/544,339 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi1.2

Customers express dissatisfaction with the service, specifically mentioning delays and late arrivals. These issues seem to be consistent across multiple reviews.

Intercape Mainliner Mthatha Jeffreys Bay recent customer reviews

I didn’t enjoy anything about it. The bus was 4 hours late and then it broke down. In total I arrived at my destination 8 hours behind schedule.

Cornelius W.

April 29, 2024

Its was on time for a change thank its was one of the drivers very knowledgeable & kind he knows his job very well, its a pity i did not get hs name.

Thozama M.

December 5, 2023

It was late by an hour and 30 mins

Lelethu N.

June 27, 2023

Big Sky

3.5/53,121 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.2

Wifi1.5

APM WC

2/52,798 reviews

Staff2.7

Timeliness1.1

Cleanliness2.7

Wifi0.5

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Mthatha to Jeffreys Bay by bus

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

How much is the bus ticket from Mthatha to Jeffreys Bay?
The cheapest bus tickets from Mthatha to Jeffreys Bay start from $24. The average price for this route is around $31. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Mthatha to Jeffreys Bay?
The average bus trip duration from Mthatha to Jeffreys Bay is 9h 50m, covering a distance of 278 miles (448 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 8h and is operated by APM WC.
Which bus companies service the Mthatha to Jeffreys Bay route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 8 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Big Sky, APM WC.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Mthatha to Jeffreys Bay?
The earliest bus departs from Mthatha to Jeffreys Bay at 12:25am. And the latest bus departs at 11:45pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Mthatha to Jeffreys Bay?
A bus trip from Mthatha to Jeffreys Bay generates an estimated 11 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Mthatha to Jeffreys Bay?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Big Sky, with an average rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars based on 3118 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Mthatha to Jeffreys Bay?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Big Sky has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.5.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Mthatha to Jeffreys Bay?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Jeffreys Bay?
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

12/05

$24

12/06

$24

Today

$23

12/08

$24

12/09

No data

12/10

$24

12/11

$27

12/12

No data

The cheapest trip from Mthatha to Jeffreys Bay was searched and found on Dec 7, 2025 with a price of $23

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

You can expect to pay from $23 to $95 for a bus ticket from Mthatha to Jeffreys Bay based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $24 which is on 2025-12-10.

Usually 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.