Bus Tickets from Mthatha to Johannesburg

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: December 6 at
    Departure city: Mthatha
    Departure location: Circle Triangle Mall Bus Rank
    Arrival time: December 7 at
    Destination city: Johannesburg
    Destination location: JHB A 41, Park Station, Rissik St.
    Operated by: Delta CoachesDelta Coaches
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: December 6 at
    Departure city: Mthatha
    Departure location: Mthatha Shell Ultra City
    Arrival time: December 7 at
    Destination city: Johannesburg
    Destination location: JHB A 41, Park Station, Rissik St.
    Operated by: Intercity XpressIntercity Xpress
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: December 6 at
    Departure city: Mthatha
    Departure location: Circle Triangle Bus Rank - Mthatha
    Arrival time: December 7 at
    Destination city: Johannesburg
    Destination location: JOHANNESBURG
    Operated by: BIGTREEBIGTREE
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: December 6 at
    Departure city: Mthatha
    Departure location: Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2
    Arrival time: December 7 at
    Destination city: Johannesburg
    Destination location: Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)
    Operated by: Intercape Mainliner ExpressIntercape Mainliner Express
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: December 6 at
    Departure city: Mthatha
    Departure location: Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2
    Arrival time: December 7 at
    Destination city: Johannesburg
    Destination location: Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)
    Operated by: Intercape BudgetlinerIntercape Budgetliner
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 10:46 PM SAST.

Prices and availability are subject to change.

Bus Mthatha to Johannesburg: Trip Overview

Average Ticket Price$57
Average Bus Trip Duration13h 50m
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure12:45pm
Distance604 km
Latest bus departure7:20pm

Mthatha to Johannesburg Buses

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Mthatha - Johannesburg

  1. How long is the trip from Mthatha to Johannesburg by bus?

    The typical travel time from Mthatha to Johannesburg by bus is around 13h 50m. For the shortest travel time, select the fastest bus available, which will take you to Johannesburg in about 10h 55m.

  2. What is the travel distance from Mthatha to Johannesburg?

    The distance covered from Mthatha to Johannesburg is 604 km (375 miles).

  3. How many buses make the trip between Mthatha and Johannesburg each day?

    A Intercape bus travels from Mthatha to Johannesburg only once a day, at 12:45pm. It typically leaves at 12:45pm and is operated by Intercape.

  4. What time does the first bus depart from Mthatha to Johannesburg, and when is the last one?

    The first bus starts running at 12:45pm, and the last one leaves at 7:20pm. To ensure a smooth trip, consider arriving at the station early for check-in.

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

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at Southridge Park - Shell Ultra City, in Mthatha, and end it at Johannesburg Airport, in Johannesburg.

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

    The least expensive option to go from Mthatha to Johannesburg would be going by bus. The ticket price for this bus starts at $32, making this your best choice for this trip.

  7. How much does the bus ticket cost from Mthatha to Johannesburg?

    The bus fare from Mthatha to Johannesburg is approximately $57.

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

Best price found
12-04
$40
12-05
$42
Today
$33
12-07
$33
12-08
$35
12-09
$35
12-10
$35
12-11
$35
%{brand}s logoThe cheapest trip from Mthatha to Johannesburg was searched and found on Dec 7, 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 Johannesburg, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $33 to $97 for a bus ticket from Mthatha to Johannesburg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $33 which is on 2024-12-07.

Usually BIGTREE 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

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Mthatha to Johannesburg.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Mthatha to Johannesburg, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

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 Johannesburg.

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Did you know?

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

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