Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Skulpspruit Motors | Umtata Station | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Jamestown - Skulpspruit Energy VP Garage (N6) | Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2 | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Jamestown - Skulpspruit Energy VP Garage (N6) | Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2 | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Skulpspruit Motors | Shell Ultra City | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Jamestown - Skulpspruit Energy VP Garage (N6) | Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2 | No tags |
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Get from Jamestown to Mthatha
The journey takes about 5 hours 35 minutes, and with fares starting at just £20, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Jamestown and Mthatha?
Stops in Jamestown
- A
Jamestown - Skulpspruit Energy VP Garage (N6)
Skulpspruit Energy VP Garage (N6), Jamestown, 9742, South Africa
Stops in Mthatha
- A
Southridge Park - Shell Ultra City
Shell Ultra City, N2, Southridge Park, Mthatha, 5100, South Africa - B
Umtata Station
King Edward Street, opposite Train Station, Norwood, Mthatha, 5160, South Africa
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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Jamestown, ZA to Mthatha
How far is Mthatha from Jamestown by coach?
The journey from Jamestown to Mthatha by coach covers an approximate distance of 121 miles (196 km).
Is there a way to reach Mthatha from Jamestown without a car?
You can reach Mthatha from Jamestown by coach, as there are regular services between the two locations. Depending on your preferences, another alternative is to explore ridesharing trips.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Jamestown, ZA to Mthatha was searched and found on 29 Nov 2025 with a price of £19To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Jamestown, ZA to Mthatha as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £19 to £43 for a bus ticket from Jamestown, ZA to Mthatha based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £19, which is on 2025-11-29.
