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Bus East London to Mthatha: Trip Overview
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East London to Mthatha Bus
Busbud shows you the best bus ticket fares and bus schedules so you can easily plan and book a trip by bus from East London to Mthatha.
We make it our job to connect you with the most dependable bus companies that cover bus service from East London to Mthatha.
Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Mthatha from East London, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.
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Frequently asked questions on the trip East London - Mthatha
How long is the bus ride from East London to Mthatha?
The typical travel time from East London to Mthatha by bus is around 3h 20m. For the shortest travel time, select the fastest bus available, which will take you to Mthatha in about 2h 50m.
How far is East London from Mthatha?
It's about 179 km (111 miles) from East London to Mthatha.
What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from East London to Mthatha?
Buses departing from Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park) in East London will take you to Southridge Park - Shell Ultra City in Mthatha.
What is the cheapest way to travel from East London to Mthatha?
The least expensive way to go from East London to Mthatha would be going by bus. Starting at US$17, this bus is the most cost-effective option for your journey.
How much does it cost to take the bus from East London to Mthatha?
You can expect to pay around US$24 for the bus ride from East London to Mthatha.
Can you take a day trip from East London to Mthatha?
Yes, a day trip from East London to Mthatha is definitely doable. You'll spend about 5h 40m on the round-trip journey between East London and Mthatha. Before your trip, be sure to check the departure and arrival times to ensure you'll have ample time to explore Mthatha.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from East London to Mthatha, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from US$18 to US$30 for a bus ticket from East London to Mthatha based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$18 which is on 2025-05-16.
Usually intercity_xpress, apmwc 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.
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From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you’re bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from East London to Mthatha.
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 East London to Mthatha.
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Did you know?
The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.
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.
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Popular Buses Connecting East London
Buses Leaving from East London
- Bus from East London to Port Elizabeth
- Bus East London - Johannesburg
- East London - Durban
- Bus from East London to Mdantsane
- Bus East London - Bloemfontein
- East London - Pretoria
- Bus from East London to Cape Town
- Bus East London - Kokstad
- East London - Mthatha
- Bus from East London to King William’s Town
- Bus East London - Grahamstown
- East London - Aliwal North
- Bus from East London to Queenstown
- Bus East London - Cathcart
- East London - Worcester
Buses Going to East London
- Bus from Durban to East London
- Bus Mdantsane - East London
- Port Elizabeth - East London
- Bus from Bloemfontein to East London
- Bus George - East London
- Alice - East London
- Bus from Johannesburg to East London
- Bus Cape Town - East London
- Welkom - East London
- Bus from Humansdorp to East London
- Bus Caledon - East London
- Grahamstown - East London
- Bus from Kokstad to East London
- Bus Uitenhage - East London
- Mthatha - East London
Popular Buses Connecting Mthatha
Buses Leaving from Mthatha
- Bus from Mthatha to Bloemfontein
- Bus Mthatha - Pretoria
- Mthatha - Pietermaritzburg
- Bus from Mthatha to East London
- Bus Mthatha - Port Shepstone
- Mthatha - Durban
- Bus from Mthatha to Port Elizabeth
- Bus Mthatha - Midrand
- Mthatha - Cofimvaba
- Bus from Mthatha to Cradock
- Bus Mthatha - Jeffreys Bay
- Mthatha - Queenstown
- Bus from Mthatha to Umzimkulu
- Bus Mthatha - Worcester
- Mthatha - Kroonstad
Buses Going to Mthatha
- Bus from Pretoria to Mthatha
- Bus Bloemfontein - Mthatha
- Port Elizabeth - Mthatha
- Bus from Midrand to Mthatha
- Bus Germiston - Mthatha
- Pietermaritzburg - Mthatha
- Bus from Idutywa to Mthatha
- Bus Humansdorp - Mthatha
- Cradock - Mthatha
- Bus from George to Mthatha
- Bus Durban - Mthatha
- East London - Mthatha
- Bus from Harding to Mthatha
- Bus Potchefstroom - Mthatha
- Worcester - Mthatha
Popular routes in this country
- Bus from Mthatha to Johannesburg
- Bus Cape Town - Mthatha
- Port Elizabeth - Johannesburg
- Bus from Johannesburg to Mthatha
- Bus Pretoria - Cape Town
- Durban - Cape Town
- Bus from Johannesburg to Queenstown
- Bus Johannesburg - Kimberley
- Cape Town - Pretoria
- Bus from Idutywa to Johannesburg
- Bus Bloemfontein - Durban
- Margate - Johannesburg
- Bus from Pietermaritzburg to Johannesburg
- Bus Cape Town - Butterworth
- Johannesburg - Margate
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