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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Aliwal North - Shell Garage Oranje, Barkly St, Aliwal North, 9750 | Umtata Station | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Aliwal North - Shell Garage, Oranje Dienssentrum (N6) | Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2 | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Aliwal North - Shell Garage, Oranje Dienssentrum (N6) | Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2 | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Aliwal North, Barkly Street, Shell | Circle Triangle Mall Bus Rank | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | ALIWAL NORTH - SHELL GARAGE ORANJE, BARKLY ST, ALIWAL NORTH, 9750 | Umtata Station | No tags |
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Get from Aliwal North to Mthatha
The journey takes about 6 hours 15 minutes, and with fares starting at just $32, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Aliwal North and Mthatha?
Stops in Aliwal North
- A
Aliwal North - Shell Garage, Oranje Dienssentrum (N6)
Shell Garage, Oranje Dienssentrum (N6), Aliwal North, 9750, South Africa
Stops in Mthatha
- A
Southridge Park - Shell Ultra City
Shell Ultra City, N2, Southridge Park, Mthatha, 5100, South Africa - B
Umtata Station
King Edward Street, opposite Train Station, Norwood, Mthatha, 5160, South Africa
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Aliwal North 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 Aliwal North to Mthatha?
The cheapest bus tickets from Aliwal North to Mthatha start from $32. The average price for this route is around $53. 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 Aliwal North to Mthatha?
The average bus travel time from Aliwal North to Mthatha is 6h 15m, covering a distance of 222 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 25m and is operated by Nombewu Brothers Transport.
Which bus companies service the Aliwal North to Mthatha route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 13 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Eagle Liner, Intercity Xpress, APM WC, Delta Coaches, Nombewu Brothers Transport, Greyhound South Africa, Makalala Transport, Nobles.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Aliwal North to Mthatha?
The earliest bus departs from Aliwal North to Mthatha at 1:35am. And the latest bus departs at 8:00am.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Aliwal North to Mthatha?
A bus trip from Aliwal North to Mthatha generates an estimated 6 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Aliwal North 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 45204 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Aliwal North to Mthatha?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Greyhound South Africa has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.3.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Aliwal North to Mthatha?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual 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 Aliwal North 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.
The cheapest trip from Aliwal North to Mthatha was searched and found on Jan 8, 2026 with a price of $30To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Aliwal North to Mthatha, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $30 to $73 for a bus ticket from Aliwal North to Mthatha based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $32 which is on 2026-01-11.
