Intercape receives praise for the comfort of its seats and the kindness and helpfulness of its drivers, with safe driving being a notable highlight. However, there are concerns about late arrivals not attributed to Intercape's responsibility, cleanliness issues on some buses, language barriers with staff communication in English, and safety at certain pick-up locations.
Positive points: The driving was safe. The seats were okay.
Negative: There was a very unpleasant urine smell in the bus. The driver didn't really speak English and was quite unfriendly. No informations on the trip were given (duration of the stops, delay, process at the border).
3.0 out of 5 stars
Yannick H.
O carro atrasou mais de uma hora. Poderiam melhorar nas previsões de chegada, para evitar longos períodos de espera
4.0 out of 5 stars
Amelia M.
What I enjoyed most - Check in was well organised; The bus was on schedule. What I did not enjoy: The waiting bay was tiny, some people waiting outside under the sun. Could just imagine the worst under the rain.
Based on 15507 reviews, the company was rated 3.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. Intercity Xpress ticket prices on this trip start at SEK 250
Based on 89 reviews, the company was rated 1.9 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the cleanliness but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. Etrago ticket prices on this trip start at SEK 185
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Mbombela to Maputo 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 Mbombela to Maputo?
The cheapest bus tickets from Mbombela to Maputo start from SEK 185. The average price for this route is around SEK 388. 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 Mbombela to Maputo?
The average bus travel time from Mbombela to Maputo is 5h 20m, covering a distance of 170 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 38m and is operated by Intercity Xpress.
Which bus companies service the Mbombela to Maputo route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 7 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Intercity Xpress, Etrago.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Mbombela to Maputo?
The earliest bus departs from Mbombela to Maputo at 12:00am. And the latest bus departs at 4:00pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Mbombela to Maputo?
A bus trip from Mbombela to Maputo generates an estimated 4.2326999999999995 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 Mbombela to Maputo?
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 50056 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Mbombela to Maputo?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Intercape has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.3.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Mbombela to Maputo?
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 Mbombela to Maputo?
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.
Best price found
09-16
SEK 159
09-17
SEK 160
Today
SEK 159
09-19
SEK 161
09-20
SEK 161
09-21
SEK 270
09-22
SEK 161
09-23
SEK 254
The cheapest trip from Mbombela to Maputo was searched and found on Sep 18, 2026 with a price of SEK 159
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Mbombela to Maputo, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from SEK 159 to SEK 431 for a bus ticket from Mbombela to Maputo based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at SEK 161 which is on 2026-09-19.
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.
The cheapest trip from Mbombela to Maputo was searched and found on Sep 18, 2026 with a price of SEK 159
