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 Office, Bathurst Street (Next to Frontier Hotel) | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Umtata (Shell Ultra City) | The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2 | Intercape Office, Bathurst Street (Next to Frontier Hotel) | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Mthatha Shell Ultra City | Frontier Country Hotel (Opposite Cathedral) | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Shell Ultra City | Frontier Country Hotel (Opposite Cathedral) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Umtata Station | The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2 | Intercape Office, Bathurst Street (Next to Frontier Hotel) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Mthatha Shell Ultra City | Frontier Country Hotel (Opposite Cathedral) | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 4:10 PM SAST.
Get from Mthatha to Grahamstown
The journey takes about 6 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just MX$437, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Bus stations and stops in Mthatha and Grahamstown
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
Stops in Grahamstown
- A
The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street
The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street, Grahamstown, Makhanda, 6139, South Africa
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Mthatha to Grahamstown 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 Grahamstown?
The cheapest bus tickets from Mthatha to Grahamstown start from MX$437. The average price for this route is around MX$560. 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 Grahamstown?
The average bus travel time from Mthatha to Grahamstown is 6h 20m, covering a distance of 283 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 5h 10m and is operated by Delta Coaches.
Which bus companies service the Mthatha to Grahamstown route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 20 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, APM WC, Intercity Xpress, Big Sky, Eagle Liner, Delta Coaches.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Mthatha to Grahamstown?
The earliest bus departs from Mthatha to Grahamstown at 12:05am. And the latest bus departs at 11:55pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Mthatha to Grahamstown?
A bus trip from Mthatha to Grahamstown generates an estimated 7.054725 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 Grahamstown?
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 49457 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Mthatha to Grahamstown?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Big Sky has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.6.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Mthatha to Grahamstown?
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 Grahamstown?
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 Grahamstown was searched and found on Aug 16, 2026 with a price of MX$379To 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 MX$379 to MX$1,063 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 MX$379 which is on 2026-08-16.
Usually Intercity Xpress, APM WC 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.
