How much is the bus ticket from Fort Beaufort to Mthatha?

The cheapest coach tickets from Fort Beaufort 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.

How long is the bus journey from Fort Beaufort to Mthatha?

The average bus journey time from Fort Beaufort to Mthatha is 5h 50m, covering a distance of 148 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 5h 5m and is operated by APM WC .

Which bus companies service the Fort Beaufort to Mthatha route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from Intercape , APM WC .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Fort Beaufort to Mthatha?

The earliest bus departs from Fort Beaufort to Mthatha at 03:50. And the latest bus departs at 06:40.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Fort Beaufort to Mthatha?

A bus journey from Fort Beaufort to Mthatha produces an estimated 6 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Which is the best bus company from Fort Beaufort 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 43907 reviews.

Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Fort Beaufort to Mthatha?

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Intercape has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.2.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Fort Beaufort to Mthatha?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Intercape , with a punctuality rating of 3.1 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Fort Beaufort to Mthatha?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Intercape , with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Bus Fort Beaufort to Mthatha from £22 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Fort Beaufort to Mthatha on 27 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	06:40	Fort Beaufort - Total Garage, Grahamstown Road	6h 20m	13:00	Intercape Office, King Edward Street (opposite Train Station)	No tags
Bus	06:40	Fort Beaufort - Total Garage, Grahamstown Road	5h 50m	12:30	Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2	No tags
Bus	06:40	Fort Beaufort - Total Garage, Grahamstown Road	6h 20m	13:00	Intercape Office, King Edward Street (opposite Train Station)	No tags
Bus	06:40	Fort Beaufort - Total Garage, Grahamstown Road	5h 50m	12:30	Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2	No tags
Bus	06:40	Fort Beaufort - Total Garage, Grahamstown Road	5h 50m	12:30	Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2	No tags

Get from Fort Beaufort to Mthatha

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 5 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just £18, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

5h 50mAverage duration

148 milesDistance

6kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Fort Beaufort and Mthatha?

Stops in Fort Beaufort

A
Fort Beaufort - Total Garage, Grahamstown Road
Total Service station, 3 Grahamstown Rd, R63, Fort Beaufort, 5720, South Africa
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Stops in Mthatha

A
Southridge Park - Shell Ultra City
Shell Ultra City, N2, Southridge Park, Mthatha, 5100, South Africa
Visit page
B
Umtata Station
King Edward Street, opposite Train Station, Norwood, Mthatha, 5160, South Africa

Compare bus companies

Intercape

3.5/544,074 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.2

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi1.2

APM WC

2/52,747 reviews

Staff2.7

Timeliness1.1

Cleanliness2.7

WiFi0.5

ZA Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

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

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

How much is the bus ticket from Fort Beaufort to Mthatha?
The cheapest coach tickets from Fort Beaufort 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.
How long is the bus journey from Fort Beaufort to Mthatha?
The average bus journey time from Fort Beaufort to Mthatha is 5h 50m, covering a distance of 148 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 5h 5m and is operated by APM WC.
Which bus companies service the Fort Beaufort to Mthatha route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, APM WC.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Fort Beaufort to Mthatha?
The earliest bus departs from Fort Beaufort to Mthatha at 03:50. And the latest bus departs at 06:40.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Fort Beaufort to Mthatha?
A bus journey from Fort Beaufort to Mthatha produces an estimated 6 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from Fort Beaufort 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 43907 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Fort Beaufort to Mthatha?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Intercape has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.2.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Fort Beaufort to Mthatha?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Intercape, with a punctuality rating of 3.1 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Fort Beaufort to Mthatha?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Intercape, 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

25/11

£21

26/11

£25

Today

£22

28/11

£31

29/11

£47

30/11

£31

01/12

£26

02/12

£25

The cheapest trip from Fort Beaufort to Mthatha was searched and found on 25 Nov 2025 with a price of £21

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

You can expect to pay from £21 to £55 for a bus ticket from Fort Beaufort to Mthatha based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £25, which is on 2025-12-02.