Bus Tickets from Wilderness to Mthatha

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: May 9 at
    Departure city: Wilderness
    Departure location: Wilderness
    Arrival time: May 9 at
    Destination city: Mthatha
    Destination location: Umtata Station
    Operated by: Intercity XpressIntercity Xpress
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: May 9 at
    Departure city: Wilderness
    Departure location: Wilderness
    Arrival time: May 9 at
    Destination city: Mthatha
    Destination location: Mthatha Shell Ultra City
    Operated by: Intercity XpressIntercity Xpress
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: May 9 at
    Departure city: Wilderness
    Departure location: Wilderness - Caltex Garage, South Street
    Arrival time: May 9 at
    Destination city: Mthatha
    Destination location: Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2
    Operated by: Intercape MainlinerIntercape Mainliner
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: May 9 at
    Departure city: Wilderness
    Departure location: Wilderness - Caltex Garage, South Street
    Arrival time: May 10 at
    Destination city: Mthatha
    Destination location: Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2
    Operated by: Big SkyBig Sky
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: May 9 at
    Departure city: Wilderness
    Departure location: Wilderness
    Arrival time: May 9 at
    Destination city: Mthatha
    Destination location: Mthatha Shell Ultra City
    Operated by: Intercity XpressIntercity Xpress
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Bus Wilderness to Mthatha: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$37
Average Bus Trip Duration12h 55m
Number of daily buses8
Earliest bus departure12:30am
Distance639 km
Latest bus departure2:00pm

Wilderness to Mthatha Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Wilderness - Mthatha

  1. How long is the bus trip from Wilderness to Mthatha?

    The bus ride from Wilderness to Mthatha takes 12h 55m, on average. For the shortest travel time, select the fastest bus available, which will take you to Mthatha in about 12h 30m.

  2. How far is Wilderness from Mthatha?

    The distance covered from Wilderness to Mthatha is 640 km (397 miles).

  3. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Wilderness to Mthatha?

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at Caltex Garage, in Wilderness, and end it at Southridge Park - Shell Ultra City, in Mthatha.

  4. What is the cheapest way to go from Wilderness to Mthatha?

    Taking the bus is the most budget-friendly option to travel from Wilderness to Mthatha. With a starting ticket price of US$23, this bus becomes your top pick for this journey.

  5. How much does it cost to take the bus from Wilderness to Mthatha?

    The bus fare from Wilderness to Mthatha is approximately US$37.

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

Best price found
05-06
US$25
05-07
US$29
Today
US$25
05-09
US$22
05-10
US$32
05-11
US$22
05-12
US$26
05-13
US$22
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Wilderness to Mthatha was searched and found on May 11, 2025 with a price of US$22

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

You can expect to pay from US$22 to US$48 for a bus ticket from Wilderness to Mthatha based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$22 which is on 2025-05-11.

Usually BIG SKY, MAINLINER 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.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Wilderness and Mthatha!

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

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Wilderness to Mthatha.

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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.

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

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

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