User reviews from travellers who booked a bus ticket from Johannesburg to Mthatha
Ratings and Reviews (30)
We had to change into another at night and it was freezing cold having to wait until we can continue in another bus standing outside with children and luggage. Reason being issue with the tyres, how did they allow it to leave Jhb knowing that this issue 3xisted pre taking this trip.
The is absolutely nothing good with your service,, i booked a 4:30 bus yet it arrived at 7:30,and left JHB at 8:15,,we were supposed to arrive in Mtata at 5:30,but we arrived at 8:30 it was horrible i had to be at work at 8 but i couldn't because of your poor service,, once more over please teach or train your staff on customer service especially the ladies in Mtata and JHB stations.
They must be romoved from the routes they are a danger to the nation their buses are not serviced and they dont care about passangers they left us stranded they didn't take us to our destination
We should not be travelling with intoxicated patrons who are rowdy, don’t stay in their seats and aren’t wearing face masks. Patron who verbally and physically assault other passengers should be banned from travelling. The worst experience I’ve had with intercape ever.
Eldo Coaches it's very bad they don't value they customers, we stuck from 4am till 12pm without any assistance, i won't recommend it to anyone at all,they service sucks 😠😠😠😡😡😡
Priorities hygiene, your Drivers are driving with their cellphones on their hands, not just taking calls but viewing WhatsApp videos and photos whilst driving. We struggled to go out, people’s luggage was packed next to the Driver blocking the way which is a serious safety issue
Please allocate bus seat numbers to make it easy of seating arrangements. To pay for all kids but end up with a child on a lap the whole trip while I paid for him is not nice. Being told seat anywhere is not nice please sort it out.
The was a lack of communication from departure to the drivers. The bus wasn't roadworthy as we were stopped by traffic officers for more than an hour. We also encountered an accident just outside Pietermaritzburg we waited for almost two hours but the drivers never bothered to alert commuters of what is happening.
Eldos has lost me as a customer.
The staff should improve its level of professionalism. They have a tendency of stopping the bus for more than 10 minutes on the road without informing the passengers of their reasons to do so.
I hated how the drivers music was too loud. Note not everyone is into such music and the aircon was too cold. Either than that the bus and stuff are wonderful
How can the send unserviced busses on a long distance during this time of the year...The bus was 30min out of Park Station and it got stuck apparently there was something wrong with the gear and we left Jhb after 12am this morning,it's 1PM now and am not even close to my destination 😡😡
Intercape should go back to the staff introducing themselves before leaving any station . As passengers we would love to know our drivers and communicate with us about our fresh stops
I booked a bus with a toilet but i was put in a toiletless bus, it was very hot, temperatures were too high up to 28 degrees at times. The price I paid was too much for that bus I did not expect that condition. No rubbish containers.
the bus departed late and arrived late in mthatha. the staff are not friendly at all. they are full of attitude. when I was asking the bus driver where my seat was, he told me that he was going to show me but then started playing around just because I was saying goodbye to my Boyfriend.
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Frequently asked questions on the trip Johannesburg - Mthatha
How much does a bus ticket from Johannesburg to Mthatha cost?
The average bus ticket price from Johannesburg to Mthatha is £34. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Johannesburg to Mthatha is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the bus ride from Johannesburg to Mthatha?
The average travel time between Johannesburg and Mthatha is around 13h 42m, although the fastest bus will take about 10h 6m. This is the time it takes to travel the 375 miles that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Johannesburg and Mthatha?
The number of buses from Johannesburg to Mthatha can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 18 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Johannesburg to Mthatha by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Johannesburg to Mthatha?
When taking the bus from Johannesburg to Mthatha, you can travel comfortably and safely with Greyhound, APM, Eldo Coaches.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Johannesburg to Mthatha?
Buses travelling between Johannesburg and Mthatha leave from Park City Transit Centre, Johannesburg Station or Bethrams and arrive at Southridge Park - Shell Ultra City, Umtata Station.
Best time to book your trip
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past departures.
Days before departure
-90
£17
-60
£35
-30
£39
-15
£26
-7
£26
-1
£27
Today
£26
Buddy tip: the best time to book this trip is usually 90 days before departure.
The average bus ticket from Johannesburg to Mthatha costs around £28 for departures 90 days prior.
Over the last 90 days, ticket prices from Johannesburg to Mthatha vary and during peak season, ticket prices are around £50 while at other times, you can expect to pay around £17.
Usually TRANSITLINER 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.
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Johannesburg to Mthatha, as early as possible. The best time to find and book cheap bus tickets is to book at least 90 days in advance.
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