Previously seen journeys
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Heidelberg - Engen Garage, Eksteen Street | Intercape Office, King Edward Street (opposite Train Station) | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Heidelberg (Cape) - Engen One Stop Eksteen St, Heidelberg - Wc, Heidelberg, 6665 | Mthatha Shell Ultra City | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Heidelberg (Cape) - Engen One Stop Eksteen St, Heidelberg - Wc, Heidelberg, 6665 | Umtata Station | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Heidelberg (Cape) - Engen One Stop Eksteen St, Heidelberg - Wc, Heidelberg, 6665 | Umtata Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Heidelberg (Cape) - Engen One Stop Eksteen St, Heidelberg - Wc, Heidelberg, 6665 | Shell Ultra City | No tags |
Get from Heidelberg to Mthatha
The journey takes about 14 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just £24, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Heidelberg, ZA to Mthatha
What's the distance between Heidelberg and Mthatha by coach?
The distance between Heidelberg and Mthatha by coach is approximately 486 miles (784 km).
How can I travel from Heidelberg 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.
The cheapest trip from Heidelberg, ZA to Mthatha was searched and found on 22 Nov 2025 with a price of £25To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Heidelberg, ZA to Mthatha as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £25 to £50 for a bus ticket from Heidelberg, ZA to Mthatha based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £25, which is on 2025-11-22.
Usually Eagle Liner 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.
