Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Ixopo Shell Garage | Umtata Station | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Shell Garage, 32 Margaret St, Ixopo | Intercape Office, King Edward Street (opposite Train Station) | Fastest | ||||
 | Bus | Shell Garage, 32 Margaret St, Ixopo | Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2 | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Shell Garage, 32 Margaret St, Ixopo | Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2 | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Ixopo Shell Garage | Greyhound Office, St Margaret’s House, Cnr Victoria and Madera Str, Mthatha | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 22:39 SAST.
Get from Ixopo to Mthatha
The journey takes about 4 hours 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just £17, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Ixopo 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 Ixopo to Mthatha?
The cheapest coach tickets from Ixopo to Mthatha start from £17. The average price for this route is around £22. 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 Ixopo to Mthatha?
The average bus journey time from Ixopo to Mthatha is 4h 45m, covering a distance of 128 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 4h 15m and is operated by Luvalo Brothers Transport.
Which bus companies service the Ixopo to Mthatha route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 11 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, APM WC, Big Sky, Citiliner, Luvalo Brothers Transport, Greyhound South Africa.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Ixopo to Mthatha?
The earliest bus departs from Ixopo to Mthatha at 00:15. And the latest bus departs at 19:10.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Ixopo to Mthatha?
A bus journey from Ixopo to Mthatha produces an estimated 5 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 Ixopo to Mthatha?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Luvalo Brothers Transport, with an average rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars based on 64 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Ixopo to Mthatha?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Luvalo Brothers Transport has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.1.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Ixopo to Mthatha?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Luvalo Brothers Transport, with a punctuality rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Ixopo 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.
The cheapest trip from Ixopo to Mthatha was searched and found on 29 Jan 2026 with a price of £16To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Ixopo to Mthatha as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £16 to £73 for a bus ticket from Ixopo to Mthatha based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £16, which is on 2026-02-02.
Usually Big Sky 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.
