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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Engen Garage, 57 Carlyle Ave | Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2 | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Engen Garage, 57 Carlyle Ave | Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2 | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Engen Garage, 57 Carlyle Ave | Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2 | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Engen Garage, 57 Carlyle Ave | Intercape Office, King Edward Street (opposite Train Station) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Engen Garage, 57 Carlyle Ave | Intercape Office, King Edward Street (opposite Train Station) | No tags |
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Get from Orkney to Mthatha
The journey takes about 13 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just $43, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Orkney to Mthatha 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 Orkney to Mthatha?
The cheapest bus tickets from Orkney to Mthatha start from $43. The average price for this route is around $76. 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 Orkney to Mthatha?
The average bus travel time from Orkney to Mthatha is 13h 20m, covering a distance of 552 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 7h 55m and is operated by Nombewu Brothers Transport.
Which bus companies service the Orkney to Mthatha route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Nombewu Brothers Transport.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Orkney to Mthatha?
The earliest bus departs from Orkney to Mthatha at 3:30am. And the latest bus departs at 9:25pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Orkney to Mthatha?
A bus trip from Orkney to Mthatha generates an estimated 14 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 Orkney to Mthatha?
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 44695 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Orkney to Mthatha?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Intercape has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.2.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Orkney to Mthatha?
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 Orkney to Mthatha?
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 Orkney to Mthatha was searched and found on Jan 2, 2026 with a price of $45To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Orkney to Mthatha, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $45 to $64 for a bus ticket from Orkney to Mthatha based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $46 which is on 2026-01-06.
