Next departures for Paarl to Mthatha on January 10
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Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street
Umtata (Shell Ultra City)
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Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street
Umtata (Shell Ultra City)
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PAARL
Circle Triangle Bus Rank - Mthatha
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Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street
Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2
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Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street
Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2
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Next departures for Paarl to Mthatha on January 11
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Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street
Umtata (Shell Ultra City)
Cheapest
Bus
Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street
Umtata (Shell Ultra City)
Fastest
Bus
PAARL
Circle Triangle Bus Rank - Mthatha
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Bus
Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street
Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2
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Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street
Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2
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Compare 2 ways to go from Paarl to Mthatha
We recommend taking the bus
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Mthatha. The journey takes about 15 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just $37, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Based on 45251 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the WiFi. Intercape ticket prices on this trip start at $59
Users generally found the internal appearance of the bus to be satisfactory and appreciated the friendliness of the drivers. However, there were some concerns about non-functional charging points and a lack of communication regarding delays.
APMWC Paarl Mthatha recent customer reviews
I did not enjoy their service it's very poor the drivers they lack communication with the passangers
1 out of 5 stars
Inga Senamile L.
Hayi yey i didn't enjoy anything, APMWC is so unprofessional marn, worst system ever.
1 out of 5 stars
Sesethu S.
The bus came late, and we didn't get the msge of foun call to tell us,even your drivers didn't say nothing
Users generally appreciated the friendly and helpful staff during their trips. However, there were consistent mentions of buses arriving late and issues with temperature control, such as a lack of heating making some journeys uncomfortable. Despite these concerns, many found the overall travel experience satisfactory.
Eagle Liner Paarl Mthatha recent customer reviews
The trip was good n good staff members but bus was very cold doesn't have heater on it and that made the trip too long to get to the destination
3 out of 5 stars
Lundi M.
Was satisfied by the although the bus was an hour late, otherwise the trip itself was satisfactory
4 out of 5 stars
Ntutuzelo M.
Very bad the bus delayed and no communication was done
Based on 3319 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the WiFi. Big Sky ticket prices on this trip start at $65
Big Sky Paarl Mthatha recent customer reviews
The drivers are too much friendly and they drive are too smooth
Based on 235 reviews, the company was rated 3 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the cleanliness but often complained with the WiFi. Makalala Transport ticket prices on this trip start at $54
Makalala Transport Paarl Mthatha recent customer reviews
The time was off the pick up was 20:15 which leads to 21:35 the drop off was supposed to be 10:15 which was not because they stopped at Queenstown for two hours waiting for another bus to overload then I arrived at 17:30 I had to hire someone to take me home because my taxis was already left I had to pay the transport to take me home for R1000 I had no choice the overload was terrible people where standing as I was sitting next to the driver my whole trip scared of anything that can happen I will be the first but what can we do
Based on 11765 reviews, the company was rated 3.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the WiFi. Intercity Xpress ticket prices on this trip start at $46
Based on 297 reviews, the company was rated 2.6 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the WiFi. Jobela Star ticket prices on this trip start at $51
Based on 272 reviews, the company was rated 3.4 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the departure location but often complained with the WiFi. Badela ticket prices on this trip start at $68
Based on 105 reviews, the company was rated 2 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the value for money but often complained with the WiFi. Gxaweni ticket prices on this trip start at $47
Gxaweni Paarl Mthatha recent customer reviews
I enjoyed when they inform me they will be an hour late, but I started to lack confidence on them when they late about 3hr not knowing if they are still coming or not
Based on 153 reviews, the company was rated 2.4 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the WiFi. Flexi City Connect ticket prices on this trip start at $43
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Paarl 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 Paarl to Mthatha?
The cheapest bus tickets from Paarl to Mthatha 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.
How long is the bus ride from Paarl to Mthatha?
The average bus travel time from Paarl to Mthatha is 15h 20m, covering a distance of 950 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 9h 30m and is operated by Badela.
Which bus companies service the Paarl to Mthatha route?
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Paarl to Mthatha?
The earliest bus departs from Paarl to Mthatha at 7:10am. And the latest bus departs at 10:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Paarl to Mthatha?
A bus trip from Paarl to Mthatha generates an estimated 24 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 Paarl 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 45204 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Paarl to Mthatha?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Badela has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.0.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Paarl to Mthatha?
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.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Paarl to Mthatha?
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
01-03
$31
01-04
$36
Today
$34
01-06
$34
01-07
$34
01-08
$34
01-09
$34
01-10
$34
The cheapest trip from Paarl to Mthatha was searched and found on Jan 3, 2026 with a price of $31
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Paarl to Mthatha, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $31 to $117 for a bus ticket from Paarl to Mthatha based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $34 which is on 2026-01-10.
Usually Intercape, Big Sky 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.
The cheapest trip from Paarl to Mthatha was searched and found on Jan 3, 2026 with a price of $31
