Bus Tickets from Mthatha to Cape Town

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TomorrowDec 6
from $35
SatDec 7
from $35
SunDec 8
from $35
MonDec 9
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TueDec 10
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WedDec 11
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ThuDec 12
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FriDec 13

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: December 6 at
    Departure city: Mthatha
    Departure location: Umtata Station
    Arrival time: December 7 at
    Destination city: Cape Town
    Destination location: Train Station, 1 Old Marine Dr.
    Operated by: APMWCAPMWC
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: December 6 at
    Departure city: Mthatha
    Departure location: Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2
    Arrival time: December 7 at
    Destination city: Cape Town
    Destination location: Train Station, 1 Old Marine Dr.
    Operated by: Delta CoachesDelta Coaches
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: December 6 at
    Departure city: Mthatha
    Departure location: Circle Triangle Bus Rank - Mthatha
    Arrival time: December 7 at
    Destination city: Cape Town
    Destination location: CAPE TOWN
    Operated by: BADELABADELA
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: December 6 at
    Departure city: Mthatha
    Departure location: Circle Triangle Bus Rank - Mthatha
    Arrival time: December 7 at
    Destination city: Cape Town
    Destination location: Train Station, 1 Old Marine Dr.
    Operated by: JOBELASTARJOBELASTAR
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: December 6 at
    Departure city: Mthatha
    Departure location: Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2
    Arrival time: December 6 at
    Destination city: Cape Town
    Destination location: Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)
    Operated by: Intercape MainlinerIntercape Mainliner
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 9:15 PM SAST.

Prices and availability are subject to change.

Bus Mthatha to Cape Town: Trip Overview

Average Ticket Price$62
Average Bus Trip Duration18h 10m
Number of daily buses2
Earliest bus departure12:25am
Distance1001 km
Latest bus departure11:45pm

Mthatha to Cape Town Buses

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Mthatha - Cape Town

  1. How long is the bus trip from Mthatha to Cape Town?

    The bus ride from Mthatha to Cape Town takes 18h 10m, on average. The fastest bus on this trip will get to Cape Town in 12h 30m

  2. How far is Mthatha from Cape Town?

    The distance covered from Mthatha to Cape Town is 1004 km (623 miles).

  3. How many times do buses run from Mthatha to Cape Town every day?

    You can choose from 2 travel times and travel with Intercape, APM WC and Eagle Liner.

  4. What are the departure times for the first and last bus from Mthatha to Cape Town?

    The first bus starts running at 12:25am, and the last one leaves at 11:45pm. If you want a smooth trip, it's a good idea to arrive at the station early to check-in.

  5. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Mthatha to Cape Town?

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at Southridge Park - Shell Ultra City, in Mthatha, and end it at Bellville - 8 Mabel St. In Cape Town.

  6. What is the cheapest way to go from Mthatha to Cape Town?

    Taking the bus is the cheapest option to travel from Mthatha to Cape Town. With a starting ticket price of $35, this bus becomes your top pick for this journey.

  7. How much does it cost to take the bus from Mthatha to Cape Town?

    The bus fare from Mthatha to Cape Town is approximately $62.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
12-03
$48
12-04
$44
Today
$49
12-06
$33
12-07
$33
12-08
$33
12-09
$33
12-10
$33
%{brand}s logoThe cheapest trip from Mthatha to Cape Town was searched and found on Dec 6, 2024 with a price of $33

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

You can expect to pay from $33 to $93 for a bus ticket from Mthatha to Cape Town based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $33 which is on 2024-12-06.

Usually MAINLINER, 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.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Mthatha and Cape Town!

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Mthatha to Cape Town, get comfy and count the stars.

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 Mthatha to Cape Town.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Mthatha to Cape Town, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

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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