Bus from Mthatha to Swellendam: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Mthatha to Swellendam on June 19
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
APMWCBus
Umtata (Shell Ultra City)
Swellengrebel Hotel, Voortrekker StreetCheapest
APMWCBus
Umtata (Shell Ultra City)
Swellengrebel Hotel, Voortrekker StreetFastest
Intercape MainlinerBus
Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2
Swellengrebel Hotel, Voortrekker StreetNo tags
Big SkyBus
Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2
Swellengrebel Hotel, Voortrekker StreetNo tags
Intercity XpressBus
Umtata Station
Swellengrebel Hotel, Voortrekker StreetNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 7:34 PM SAST.

Get from Mthatha to Swellendam

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 16 hours 5 minutes, and with fares starting at just $37, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

17bus per day
16h 5mAverage Duration
823 kmDistance
21kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Mthatha to Swellendam by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Mthatha to Swellendam?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Mthatha to Swellendam start from $37. The average price for this route is around $69. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Mthatha to Swellendam?

    The average bus travel time from Mthatha to Swellendam is 16h 5m, covering a distance of 823 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 14h 35m and is operated by APM WC.

  3. Which bus companies service the Mthatha to Swellendam route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 17 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, APM WC, Eagle Liner, Intercity Xpress, Big Sky.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Mthatha to Swellendam?

    The earliest bus departs from Mthatha to Swellendam at 12:25am. And the latest bus departs at 11:45pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Mthatha to Swellendam?

    A bus trip from Mthatha to Swellendam generates an estimated 20.558825 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Mthatha to Swellendam?

    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 45784 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Mthatha to Swellendam?

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Big Sky has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.5.

  8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Mthatha to Swellendam?

    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.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Mthatha to Swellendam?

    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.

Best price found
06-16
$52
06-17
$56
Today
$69
06-19
$50
06-20
$50
06-21
$45
06-22
$45
06-23
$51
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Mthatha to Swellendam was searched and found on Jun 21, 2026 with a price of $45

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

You can expect to pay from $45 to $111 for a bus ticket from Mthatha to Swellendam based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $45 which is on 2026-06-21.

Usually Intercape 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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