Bus Tickets from Grahamstown to Mthatha

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from US$23
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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: May 3 at
    Departure city: Grahamstown
    Departure location: The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street
    Arrival time: May 3 at
    Destination city: Mthatha
    Destination location: Umtata (Shell Ultra City)
    Operated by: APMWCAPMWC
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: May 3 at
    Departure city: Grahamstown
    Departure location: Frontier Country Hotel (Opposite Cathedral)
    Arrival time: May 3 at
    Destination city: Mthatha
    Destination location: Mthatha Shell Ultra City
    Operated by: Intercity XpressIntercity Xpress
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: May 3 at
    Departure city: Grahamstown
    Departure location: The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street
    Arrival time: May 3 at
    Destination city: Mthatha
    Destination location: Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2
    Operated by: Intercape MainlinerIntercape Mainliner
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: May 3 at
    Departure city: Grahamstown
    Departure location: The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street
    Arrival time: May 4 at
    Destination city: Mthatha
    Destination location: Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2
    Operated by: Big SkyBig Sky
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: May 3 at
    Departure city: Grahamstown
    Departure location: Frontier Country Hotel (Opposite Cathedral)
    Arrival time: May 3 at
    Destination city: Mthatha
    Destination location: Mthatha Shell Ultra City
    Operated by: Intercity XpressIntercity Xpress
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Bus Grahamstown to Mthatha: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$26
Average Bus Trip Duration6h 5m
Number of daily buses15
Earliest bus departure2:45am
Distance280 km
Latest bus departure9:40pm

Grahamstown to Mthatha Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Grahamstown - Mthatha

  1. How long does it take to get to Mthatha from Grahamstown by bus?

    The bus ride from Grahamstown to Mthatha takes 6h 5m, on average. For the shortest travel time, select the fastest bus available, which will take you to Mthatha in about 5h 30m.

  2. What is the distance between Grahamstown and Mthatha?

    Grahamstown and Mthatha are 285 km (177 miles) apart.

  3. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Grahamstown to Mthatha?

    Buses departing from The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street in Grahamstown will take you to Southridge Park - Shell Ultra City in Mthatha.

  4. What is the cheapest way to get from Grahamstown to Mthatha?

    The least expensive way to go from Grahamstown to Mthatha would be going by bus. The ticket price for this bus starts at US$20, making this your best choice for this trip.

  5. How much is the bus from Grahamstown to Mthatha?

    The bus from Grahamstown to Mthatha will cost you US$26, on average.

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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
04-30
US$20
05-01
US$23
Today
US$19
05-03
US$20
05-04
US$18
05-05
US$19
05-06
US$19
05-07
US$19
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Grahamstown to Mthatha was searched and found on May 4, 2025 with a price of US$18

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

You can expect to pay from US$18 to US$44 for a bus ticket from Grahamstown 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 2025-05-04.

Usually MAINLINER 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.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

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Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Grahamstown to Mthatha, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

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 Grahamstown to Mthatha.

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Did you know?

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

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