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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: May 12 at
    Departure city: Matatiele
    Departure location: Matatiele, BP Garage, 115 Main Street
    Arrival time: May 12 at
    Destination city: Mthatha
    Destination location: Intercape Office, King Edward Street (opposite Train Station)
    Operated by: Intercape MainlinerIntercape Mainliner
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: May 12 at
    Departure city: Matatiele
    Departure location: Matatiele, BP Garage, 115 Main Street
    Arrival time: May 12 at
    Destination city: Mthatha
    Destination location: Intercape Office, King Edward Street (opposite Train Station)
    Operated by: Intercape MainlinerIntercape Mainliner
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: May 12 at
    Departure city: Matatiele
    Departure location: Matatiele, BP Garage, 115 Main Street
    Arrival time: May 12 at
    Destination city: Mthatha
    Destination location: Intercape Office, King Edward Street (opposite Train Station)
    Operated by: Intercape MainlinerIntercape Mainliner
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: May 12 at
    Departure city: Matatiele
    Departure location: Matatiele, BP Garage, 115 Main Street
    Arrival time: May 12 at
    Destination city: Mthatha
    Destination location: Intercape Office, King Edward Street (opposite Train Station)
    Operated by: Intercape MainlinerIntercape Mainliner
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: May 12 at
    Departure city: Matatiele
    Departure location: Matatiele, BP Garage, 115 Main Street
    Arrival time: May 12 at
    Destination city: Mthatha
    Destination location: Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2
    Operated by: Intercape MainlinerIntercape Mainliner
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Bus Matatiele to Mthatha: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$24
Average Bus Trip Duration4h 30m
Number of daily buses2
Earliest bus departure8:15am
Distance139 km

Matatiele to Mthatha Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Matatiele - Mthatha

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

    The trip from Matatiele to Mthatha will take on average 4h 30m. The fastest bus on this trip will get to Mthatha in 4h 30m

  2. What is the distance between Matatiele and Mthatha?

    The distance between Matatiele and Mthatha is approximately 137 km (85 miles).

  3. What is the cheapest way to travel from Matatiele to Mthatha?

    Taking the bus is the most budget-friendly option to travel from Matatiele to Mthatha. The ticket price for this bus starts at US$20, making this your best choice for this trip.

  4. How much is the bus from Matatiele to Mthatha?

    You can expect to pay around US$24 for the bus ride from Matatiele to Mthatha.

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05-09
US$20
05-10
US$19
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US$23
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US$18
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Matatiele to Mthatha was searched and found on May 12, 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 Matatiele to Mthatha, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$18 to US$25 for a bus ticket from Matatiele 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 2025-05-12.

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Did you know?

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

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

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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