Bus Tickets from Mthatha to Grahamstown

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: May 2 at
    Departure city: Mthatha
    Departure location: Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2
    Arrival time: May 2 at
    Destination city: Grahamstown
    Destination location: The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street
    Operated by: Intercape MainlinerIntercape Mainliner
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: May 2 at
    Departure city: Mthatha
    Departure location: Umtata Station
    Arrival time: May 3 at
    Destination city: Grahamstown
    Destination location: Frontier Country Hotel (Opposite Cathedral)
    Operated by: Intercity XpressIntercity Xpress
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: May 2 at
    Departure city: Mthatha
    Departure location: Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2
    Arrival time: May 2 at
    Destination city: Grahamstown
    Destination location: The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street
    Operated by: Intercape MainlinerIntercape Mainliner
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: May 2 at
    Departure city: Mthatha
    Departure location: Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2
    Arrival time: May 3 at
    Destination city: Grahamstown
    Destination location: The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street
    Operated by: Big SkyBig Sky
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: May 2 at
    Departure city: Mthatha
    Departure location: Mthatha Shell Ultra City
    Arrival time: May 2 at
    Destination city: Grahamstown
    Destination location: Frontier Country Hotel (Opposite Cathedral)
    Operated by: Intercity XpressIntercity Xpress
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Bus Mthatha to Grahamstown: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$26
Average Bus Trip Duration6h 20m
Number of daily buses16
Earliest bus departure12:20am
Distance285 km
Latest bus departure11:55pm

Mthatha to Grahamstown Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Mthatha - Grahamstown

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

    The typical travel time from Mthatha to Grahamstown by bus is around 6h 20m. The fastest bus on this trip will get to Grahamstown in 5h 20m

  2. What is the distance between Mthatha and Grahamstown?

    The distance covered from Mthatha to Grahamstown is 285 km (177 miles).

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

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at Southridge Park - Shell Ultra City, in Mthatha, and end it at The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street, in Grahamstown.

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

    Taking the bus is the cheapest option to travel from Mthatha to Grahamstown. The ticket price for this bus starts at US$21, making this your best choice for this trip.

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

    The bus fare from Mthatha to Grahamstown is approximately US$26.

  6. Is it possible to travel by overnight bus from Mthatha to Grahamstown?

    Yes! Catch buses leaving from Mthatha until 11:55pm and reaching Grahamstown on the following day.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
04-29
US$22
04-30
US$24
Today
US$23
05-02
US$20
05-03
US$22
05-04
US$22
05-05
US$19
05-06
US$19
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Mthatha to Grahamstown was searched and found on May 6, 2025 with a price of US$19

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

You can expect to pay from US$19 to US$59 for a bus ticket from Mthatha to Grahamstown based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$19 which is on 2025-05-06.

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.

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