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Busbud shows you the best bus ticket fares and bus schedules so you can easily plan and book a trip by bus from Cape Town to Mthatha.
Bus service from Cape Town to Mthatha will be provided by the most trusted bus companies.
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Bus service from Cape Town to Mthatha are provided by Greyhound South Africa, Eldo Coaches, Eagle Liner, JOBELASTAR, MAVUMISA and LAMAVUSO.
Buses leaving from Cape Town to Mthatha will depart from Civic Centre, Bellville, Bellville, Bellville - Oakdale, Bellville - Sasol Oaks Service Station, Bus Station - Civic Centre or Bus Station - Old Marine Drive.
A bus ride to Mthatha will drop you off at or Southridge Park - Shell Ultra City.
| Daily Buses | 30 |
| Earliest and Latest Bus Departures | 07:30 - 19:45 |
| Minimum Price | £30 |
| Average Ticket Price | £40 |
| Minimum Trip Duration | 14h |
| Average Bus Trip Duration | 18h55m |
| Bus companies on this route | Greyhound South Africa, Eldo Coaches, Eagle Liner, JOBELASTAR, MAVUMISA, LAMAVUSO |
The average bus ticket price from Cape Town to Mthatha is £40. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Cape Town to Mthatha is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
The average travel time between Cape Town and Mthatha is around 18h 55m, although the fastest bus will take about 14h. This is the time it takes to travel the 623 miles that separates the two cities.
The number of buses from Cape Town to Mthatha can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 30 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Cape Town to Mthatha by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
When taking the bus from Cape Town to Mthatha, you can travel comfortably and safely with Greyhound, Eldo Coaches, Eagle Liner.
Buses travelling between Cape Town and Mthatha leave from Civic Centre or Bellville and arrive at Southridge Park - Shell Ultra City, Umtata Station.
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past departures.
The average bus ticket from Cape Town to Mthatha costs around £29 for departures 90 days prior.
Over the last 90 days, ticket prices from Cape Town to Mthatha vary and during peak season, ticket prices are around £54 while at other times, you can expect to pay around £21.
Usually eldocoaches, MAVUMISA 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.
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Cape Town to Mthatha, as early as possible. The best time to find and book cheap bus tickets is to book at least 90 days in advance.
If we look at the other days, booking between 30 days and 60 days before the departure will allow you to save £3.
If you're abroad, study some local language. Not only could it get you out of a pickle during your bus trip from Cape Town to Mthatha but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.
Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Cape Town to Mthatha, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.
Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Cape Town to Mthatha will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.
Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Cape Town to Mthatha, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.
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.
Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travelers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.
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