Bus from Cradock to Mthatha: Tickets & Timetables

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Cradock to Mthatha on 14 February
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Makalala TransportBus
Calata St. - Shell Garage
MTHATHA (RAILWAY) - Mthatha Railway Station,King Edward StreetNo tags
IntercapeBus
Caltex Garage/Adamis Fuel
Intercape Office, King Edward Street (opposite Train Station)No tags
APM WCBus
Cradock - Total Garage, Voortrekker Street (Struwig Motors)
Umtata StationNo tags
APM WCBus
Cradock - Total Garage, Voortrekker Street (Struwig Motors)
Umtata (Shell Ultra City)No tags
IntercapeBus
Caltex Garage/Adamis Fuel
Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2No tags

Get from Cradock to Mthatha

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 5 hours 15 minutes, and with fares starting at just £17, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

16bus per day
5h 15mAverage duration
190 milesDistance
8kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Cradock 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 Cradock to Mthatha?

    The cheapest coach tickets from Cradock to Mthatha start from £17. The average price for this route is around £21. 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 Cradock to Mthatha?

    The average bus journey time from Cradock to Mthatha is 5h 15m, covering a distance of 190 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 4h 45m and is operated by Eagle Liner.

  3. Which bus companies service the Cradock to Mthatha route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 16 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Eagle Liner, Makalala Transport, Big Sky, Badela, Mavumisa Transport, Gxaweni, Flexi City Connect, APM WC.

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

    The earliest bus departs from Cradock to Mthatha at 03:15. And the latest bus departs at 06:25.

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

    A bus journey from Cradock to Mthatha produces an estimated 8 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 Cradock 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 45773 reviews.

  7. Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Cradock 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 Cradock 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 Cradock 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
12/02
£16
13/02
£16
Today
£15
15/02
£16
16/02
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17/02
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19/02
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Cradock to Mthatha was searched and found on 14 Feb 2026 with a price of £15

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

You can expect to pay from £15 to £42 for a bus ticket from Cradock to Mthatha based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £16, which is on 2026-02-15.

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