Bus from Beaufort West to Mthatha: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from Beaufort West to Mthatha on 23 January
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
APMWCBus
    Beaufort West - Total Garage
    Umtata (Shell Ultra City)CheapestFastest
    Mavumisa TransportBus
      BEAUFORT WEST
      Circle Triangle Bus Rank - MthathaNo tags
      BadelaBus
        BEAUFORT WEST
        Circle Triangle Bus Rank - MthathaNo tags
        Intercape MainlinerBus
        Beaufort West - Engen Garage, Donkin Street (Swartberg N1 Stop)
        Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2No tags
        Makalala TransportBus
          Total Garage, Crn Donkin St. and R61
          MTHATHA (RAILWAY) - Mthatha Railway Station,King Edward StreetNo tags

          Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 19:13 SAST.

          Get from Beaufort West to Mthatha

          This route is served by bus only

          The journey takes about 9 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just £18, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

          20bus per day
          9h 20mAverage duration
          364 milesDistance
          15kgCO₂ emissions

          Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Beaufort West to Mthatha

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

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

            The cheapest coach tickets from Beaufort West to Mthatha start from £18. The average price for this route is around £31. 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 journey from Beaufort West to Mthatha?

            The average bus journey time from Beaufort West to Mthatha is 9h 20m, covering a distance of 364 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 8h 10m and is operated by APM WC.

          3. Which bus companies service the Beaufort West to Mthatha route?

            Several major bus companies operate on this route with 20 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, APM WC, Jobela Star, Eagle Liner, Big Sky, Makalala Transport, Badela, Mavumisa Transport, Gxaweni, Flexi City Connect, Nobles.

          4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Beaufort West to Mthatha?

            The earliest bus departs from Beaufort West to Mthatha at 00:00. And the latest bus departs at 23:59.

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

            A bus journey from Beaufort West to Mthatha produces an estimated 15 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

          6. Which is the best bus company from Beaufort West 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 45626 reviews.

          7. Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Beaufort West to Mthatha?

            Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Badela has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.0.

          8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Beaufort West 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.

          9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Beaufort West 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 4.1 out of 5 stars.

          Find cheapest prices for buses

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

          Best price found
          20/01
          £16
          21/01
          £19
          Today
          £18
          23/01
          £18
          24/01
          £18
          25/01
          £18
          26/01
          £18
          27/01
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          busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Beaufort West to Mthatha was searched and found on 20 Jan 2026 with a price of £16

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

          You can expect to pay from £16 to £53 for a bus ticket from Beaufort West to Mthatha based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £18, which is on 2026-01-25.

          Usually Mavumisa Transport 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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