How much is the bus ticket from Vereeniging to Mthatha?

The cheapest bus tickets from Vereeniging to Mthatha start from $25. The average price for this route is around $42. 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 Vereeniging to Mthatha?

The average bus trip duration from Vereeniging to Mthatha is 13h 25m, covering a distance of 343 miles (553 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 13h 5m and is operated by Intercity Xpress .

Which bus companies service the Vereeniging to Mthatha route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from Intercape , Intercity Xpress .

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

The earliest bus departs from Vereeniging to Mthatha at 8:25pm. And the latest bus departs at 9:20pm.

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

A bus trip from Vereeniging to Mthatha generates an estimated 14 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 Vereeniging 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 45777 reviews.

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

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

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

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

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Vereeniging to Mthatha?

According to Busbud traveler reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Intercape , with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Bus Vereeniging to Mthatha from $25 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Vereeniging to Mthatha on March 18
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	9:20pm	Vereeniging (Total), co Lewis Ave and Voortrekker St	13h 5m	10:25am	Umtata Station	CheapestFastest
	Bus	9:20pm	Vereeniging (Total), co Lewis Ave and Voortrekker St	13h 25m	10:45am	Mthatha Shell Ultra City	No tags

Next departures for Vereeniging to Mthatha on March 19
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:20pm	Vereeniging (Total), co Lewis Ave and Voortrekker St	13h 5m	10:25am	Umtata Station	CheapestFastest
Bus	8:25pm	Vereeniging - Total Energies (Helmut Motore)	14h 20m	10:45am	Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2	No tags
Bus	9:20pm	Vereeniging (Total), co Lewis Ave and Voortrekker St	13h 25m	10:45am	Mthatha Shell Ultra City	No tags
Bus	8:25pm	Vereeniging - Total Energies (Helmut Motore)	14h 20m	10:45am	Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2	No tags
Bus	8:25pm	Vereeniging - Total Energies (Helmut Motore)	14h 20m	10:45am	Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2	No tags

Next departures for Vereeniging to Mthatha on March 20
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:20pm	Vereeniging (Total), co Lewis Ave and Voortrekker St	13h 5m	10:25am	Umtata Station	CheapestFastest
Bus	8:25pm	Vereeniging - Total Energies (Helmut Motore)	14h 20m	10:45am	Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2	No tags
Bus	9:20pm	Vereeniging (Total), co Lewis Ave and Voortrekker St	13h 25m	10:45am	Mthatha Shell Ultra City	No tags
Bus	8:25pm	Vereeniging - Total Energies (Helmut Motore)	14h 20m	10:45am	Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2	No tags
Bus	8:25pm	Vereeniging - Total Energies (Helmut Motore)	14h 20m	10:45am	Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2	No tags

Next departures for Vereeniging to Mthatha on March 21
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:20pm	Vereeniging (Total), co Lewis Ave and Voortrekker St	13h 5m	10:25am	Umtata Station	CheapestFastest
Bus	8:25pm	Vereeniging - Total Energies (Helmut Motore)	14h 20m	10:45am	Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2	No tags
Bus	9:20pm	Vereeniging (Total), co Lewis Ave and Voortrekker St	13h 25m	10:45am	Mthatha Shell Ultra City	No tags
Bus	8:25pm	Vereeniging - Total Energies (Helmut Motore)	14h 20m	10:45am	Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2	No tags
Bus	8:25pm	Vereeniging - Total Energies (Helmut Motore)	14h 20m	10:45am	Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Monday at 11:20 AM SAST.

Get from Vereeniging to Mthatha

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 13 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just $25, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day

13h 25mAverage Duration

343 milesDistance

14kgCO₂ emissions

Compare bus companies

Intercape

3.5/545,778 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi1.2

Users have shared mixed experiences regarding their bus trips. While some were satisfied with the journey itself, there were consistent mentions of delays. One user noted a significant delay in arrival time, while another expressed dissatisfaction with the extended stay at Queenstown.

Intercape Mainliner Express Vereeniging Mthatha recent customer reviews

the problem we experienced is the time, the bus was late by 2hours, it arrived at 10 pm instead of 8:10 pm but I was satisfied on the way.

Boniswa B.

October 1, 2024

Driver was friendly but ablution was stinking

Samuel M.

September 14, 2025

Was great

Yongama M.

January 16, 2024

Intercity Xpress

3/512,045 reviews

Staff4

Timeliness2.6

Cleanliness3.8

Wifi1.2

Intercity Xpress is a long-distance bus company operating in South Africa. The company established itself as an affordable intercity bus operator, offering services between cities all over the country. Their coaches are equipped with standard seats and they have a generous luggage policy of up to 25 kg. Although they make an effort to respect their timetables, travelers report that delays are expected for Intercity Xpress, so it's good to be flexible with your schedule if you're traveling with them. Their cancellation policy is also flexible, as you can cancel your ticket up to 6 hours before travel time and get a refund of 80% of your ticket value.

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Vereeniging 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.

How much is the bus ticket from Vereeniging to Mthatha?
The cheapest bus tickets from Vereeniging to Mthatha start from $25. The average price for this route is around $42. 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 Vereeniging to Mthatha?
The average bus trip duration from Vereeniging to Mthatha is 13h 25m, covering a distance of 343 miles (553 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 13h 5m and is operated by Intercity Xpress.
Which bus companies service the Vereeniging to Mthatha route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Intercity Xpress.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Vereeniging to Mthatha?
The earliest bus departs from Vereeniging to Mthatha at 8:25pm. And the latest bus departs at 9:20pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Vereeniging to Mthatha?
A bus trip from Vereeniging to Mthatha generates an estimated 14 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 Vereeniging 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 45777 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Vereeniging to Mthatha?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Intercape has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.2.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Vereeniging to Mthatha?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Intercape, with a punctuality rating of 3.1 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Vereeniging to Mthatha?
According to Busbud traveler 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

03/16

$25

03/17

$25

Today

$25

03/19

$28

03/20

$25

03/21

$25

03/22

$28

03/23

$28

The cheapest trip from Vereeniging to Mthatha was searched and found on Mar 20, 2026 with a price of $25

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

You can expect to pay from $25 to $43 for a bus ticket from Vereeniging to Mthatha based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $25 which is on 2026-03-20.

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.