Bus Tickets from Mthatha to Paarl

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TomorrowJun 19
from US$25
FriJun 20
from US$26
SatJun 21
from US$26
SunJun 22
from US$26
MonJun 23
from US$30
TueJun 24
from US$28
WedJun 25
from US$30
ThuJun 26

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: June 19 at
    Departure city: Mthatha
    Departure location: Umtata Station
    Arrival time: June 20 at
    Destination city: Paarl
    Destination location: Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street
    Operated by: APMWCAPMWC
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: June 19 at
    Departure city: Mthatha
    Departure location: Circle Triangle Bus Rank - Mthatha
    Arrival time: June 20 at
    Destination city: Paarl
    Destination location: PAARL
    Operated by: BadelaBadela
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: June 19 at
    Departure city: Mthatha
    Departure location: Circle Triangle Bus Rank - Mthatha
    Arrival time: June 20 at
    Destination city: Paarl
    Destination location: PAARL
    Operated by: BadelaBadela
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: June 19 at
    Departure city: Mthatha
    Departure location: Circle Triangle Bus Rank - Mthatha
    Arrival time: June 20 at
    Destination city: Paarl
    Destination location: PAARL (JOBELASTAR)
    Operated by: Jobela StarJobela Star
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: June 19 at
    Departure city: Mthatha
    Departure location: Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2
    Arrival time: June 19 at
    Destination city: Paarl
    Destination location: Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street
    Operated by: Intercape MainlinerIntercape Mainliner
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from Mthatha to Paarl

Bus
Average PriceUS$22 - US$75Average Duration16h
24kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Shuttle
Average PriceUS$41 - US$70Average Duration19h 45m
29kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Mthatha to Paarl

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Paarl. The journey takes about 16 hours, and with fares starting at just US$22, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

25bus per day
16hAverage Duration
US$22Cheapest ticket
24kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Mthatha to Paarl: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$37
Average Bus Trip Duration16h
Number of daily buses24.771929824561404
Earliest bus departure12:25am
Distance950 km
Latest bus departure11:45pm

Mthatha to Paarl Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Mthatha - Paarl

  1. What is the distance between Mthatha and Paarl?

    The distance between Mthatha and Paarl is approximately 950 km (589 miles).

  2. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Mthatha to Paarl?

    Buses departing from Southridge Park - Shell Ultra City in Mthatha will take you to Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street in Paarl.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
06-16
US$30
06-17
US$24
Today
US$23
06-19
US$23
06-20
US$24
06-21
US$24
06-22
US$24
06-23
US$28
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Mthatha to Paarl was searched and found on Jun 19, 2025 with a price of US$23

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

You can expect to pay from US$23 to US$60 for a bus ticket from Mthatha to Paarl based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$23 which is on 2025-06-19.

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.

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

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Mthatha to Paarl that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

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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.

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

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