Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2 | Intercape Bus Stop at Graaf-Reinet | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | MTHATHA (RAILWAY) - Mthatha Railway Station,King Edward Street | Engen Garage, 101-105 Church Street | Fastest | ||||
 | Bus | Circle Triangle Bus Rank - Mthatha | Engen Garage, 101-105 Church Street | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2 | Intercape Bus Stop at Graaf-Reinet | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Umtata Station | Graaf-Reinet | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Tuesday at 8:13 PM SAST.
Get from Mthatha to Graaff Reinet
The journey takes about 7 hours 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just ZAR 404, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Mthatha and Graaff Reinet?
Stops in Mthatha
- A
Southridge Park - Shell Ultra City
Shell Ultra City, N2, Southridge Park, Mthatha, 5100, South Africa - B
Umtata Station
King Edward Street, opposite Train Station, Norwood, Mthatha, 5160, South Africa
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Mthatha to Graaff Reinet 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 Mthatha to Graaff Reinet?
The cheapest bus tickets from Mthatha to Graaff Reinet start from ZAR 404. The average price for this route is around ZAR 559. 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 Mthatha to Graaff Reinet?
The average bus travel time from Mthatha to Graaff Reinet is 7h 45m, covering a distance of 406 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 6h 45m and is operated by Makalala Transport.
Which bus companies service the Mthatha to Graaff Reinet route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 17 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Big Sky, Eagle Liner, Badela, Makalala Transport, Jobela Star, Flexi City Connect, APM WC, Gxaweni.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Mthatha to Graaff Reinet?
The earliest bus departs from Mthatha to Graaff Reinet at 11:00am. And the latest bus departs at 4:00pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Mthatha to Graaff Reinet?
A bus trip from Mthatha to Graaff Reinet generates an estimated 10.13595 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 Mthatha to Graaff Reinet?
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 45780 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Mthatha to Graaff Reinet?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Badela has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.0.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Mthatha to Graaff Reinet?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Big Sky, with a punctuality rating of 3.3 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Mthatha to Graaff Reinet?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Big Sky, with a cleanliness rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Mthatha to Graaff Reinet was searched and found on Apr 26, 2026 with a price of ZAR 349To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Mthatha to Graaff Reinet, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from ZAR 349 to ZAR 1,012 for a bus ticket from Mthatha to Graaff Reinet based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at ZAR 349 which is on 2026-04-26.
Usually Badela 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.
