Previously seen trips
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Shell Ultra City | Smithfield | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Shell Ultra City | Monument Motors, Juana Plein, Smithfield, 9966 | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Intercape Office, King Edward Street (opposite Train Station) | Monument Motors, C/O Rasher and Voortrekker Street (Juana Plein) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2 | Monument Motors, C/O Rasher and Voortrekker Street (Juana Plein) | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Greyhound Office, St Margaret’s House, Cnr Victoria and Madera Str, Mthatha | Smithfield - Caltex Garage, N6 National Road, Smithfield | No tags |
Get from Mthatha to Smithfield
The journey takes about 7 hours 15 minutes, and with fares starting at just $30, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Mthatha and Smithfield?
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 Smithfield
- A
Monument Motors, C/O Rasher and Voortrekker Street (Juana Plein)
Monument Motors, C/O Rasher and Voortrekker Street (Juana Plein), Smithfield, 9966, South Africa
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Mthatha to Smithfield, ZA 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 Smithfield?
The cheapest bus tickets from Mthatha to Smithfield start from $30. The average price for this route is around $52. 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 Smithfield?
The average bus travel time from Mthatha to Smithfield is 7h 15m, covering a distance of 262 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 5h 45m and is operated by Eagle Liner.
Which bus companies service the Mthatha to Smithfield route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 11 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Eagle Liner, Greyhound South Africa.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Mthatha to Smithfield?
The earliest bus departs from Mthatha to Smithfield at 12:45pm. And the latest bus departs at 4:00pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Mthatha to Smithfield?
A bus trip from Mthatha to Smithfield generates an estimated 7 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 Smithfield?
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 44309 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Mthatha to Smithfield?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Greyhound South Africa has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.3.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Mthatha to Smithfield?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Intercape, with a punctuality rating of 3.1 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Mthatha to Smithfield?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Intercape, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 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 Smithfield, ZA was searched and found on Dec 12, 2025 with a price of $29To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Mthatha to Smithfield, ZA, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $29 to $58 for a bus ticket from Mthatha to Smithfield, ZA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $43 which is on 2025-12-18.
