What's the distance between Heidelberg - GP and Mthatha by coach?

The journey from Heidelberg - GP to Mthatha by coach covers an approximate distance of 353 miles (569 km).

How can I travel from Heidelberg - GP to Mthatha avoiding air travel?

You can choose the coach to travel this route. The coach ensures a pleasant travel experience, granting you the opportunity to appreciate the scenery as you make your way to your final stop. You might also find carpooling options to travel between the two cities.

Bus Heidelberg - GP to Mthatha from £18 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Heidelberg - GP to Mthatha on 19 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	20:00	Heidelberg (Gauteng) - Mall, Entrance 3, Jacobs St, Military Base, Heidelberg - Gp, 1441	11h 25m	07:25	Umtata Station	Cheapest
Bus	20:00	Heidelberg (Gauteng) - Mall, Entrance 3, Jacobs St, Military Base, Heidelberg - Gp, 1441	11h 10m	07:10	Shell Ultra City	Fastest
Bus	18:55	Heidelberg Mall, C/O Jacobs and Makapan Road	12h 45m	07:40	Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2	No tags
Bus	20:00	HEIDELBERG (GAUTENG) - MALL, ENTRANCE 3, JACOBS ST, MILITARY BASE, HEIDELBERG - GP, 1441	11h 25m	07:25	Umtata Station	No tags
Bus	18:55	Heidelberg Mall, C/O Jacobs and Makapan Road	12h 45m	07:40	Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 19:20 SAST.

Get from Heidelberg - GP to Mthatha

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 11 hours 25 minutes, and with fares starting at just £19, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8bus per day

11h 25mAverage duration

353 milesDistance

14kgCO₂ emissions

Compare bus companies

Intercape

3.5/543,868 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.2

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi1.2

Based on 43868 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Intercape ticket prices on this trip start at £26

Intercape Heidelberg - GP Mthatha recent customer reviews

As far as I used intercape it was my first time to experience that, so I won't them for a single mistake

Lubabalo M.

31 March 2021

Budgetliner is very uncomfortable

Zizipho M.

1 July 2024

Eagle Liner

3/510,261 reviews

Staff3.7

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness3.6

WiFi0.8

Based on 10261 reviews, the company was rated 2.8 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Eagle Liner ticket prices on this trip start at £19

Eagle Liner Heidelberg - GP Mthatha recent customer reviews

Bad service and bus drivers are impatient, they live the vanue without checking that all passengers are on their seat

Mpendulo C.

13 February 2025

Intercity Xpress

3/510,957 reviews

Staff4

Timeliness2.6

Cleanliness3.8

WiFi1.1

Based on 10957 reviews, the company was rated 3.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Intercity Xpress ticket prices on this trip start at £20

Intercity Xpress Heidelberg - GP Mthatha recent customer reviews

Intercity left me and I ended up taking Eagleliner

Mrulelwa V.

20 October 2024

It stopped at virtually all towns

Thomas R.

28 December 2022

Big Sky

3.5/53,005 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.2

WiFi1.5

Luvalo Brothers Transport

4/562 reviews

Staff4

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness3.9

WiFi2.2

Based on 62 reviews, the company was rated 3.9 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the departure location and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Luvalo Brothers Transport ticket prices on this trip start at £20

Luvalo Brothers Transport Heidelberg - GP Mthatha recent customer reviews

I didn't enjoy their service at , I didn't even have a chance to experience the ride because they left without me. That time I was only a minute late. They even call me to ask if I was making my way to the pick up point. They just don't care about their customers. When I tried to call them , they didn't pick up the call they just switched off their phones

Mivuyo X.

21 July 2025

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Where are the popular stops in Heidelberg - GP and Mthatha?

Stops in Heidelberg - GP

A - Heidelberg

Stops in Mthatha

A - Southridge Park - Shell Ultra City

B - Umtata Station

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Heidelberg - GP to Mthatha

What's the distance between Heidelberg - GP and Mthatha by coach?
The journey from Heidelberg - GP to Mthatha by coach covers an approximate distance of 353 miles (569 km).
How can I travel from Heidelberg - GP to Mthatha avoiding air travel?
You can choose the coach to travel this route. The coach ensures a pleasant travel experience, granting you the opportunity to appreciate the scenery as you make your way to your final stop. You might also find carpooling options to travel between the two cities.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

17/11

No data

18/11

£26

Today

£21

20/11

£18

21/11

£24

22/11

£27

23/11

No data

24/11

£24

The cheapest trip from Heidelberg - GP to Mthatha was searched and found on 20 Nov 2025 with a price of £18

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

You can expect to pay from £18 to £39 for a bus ticket from Heidelberg - GP to Mthatha based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £18, which is on 2025-11-20.

Usually Intercape 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.