- Mthatha to Johannesburg buses
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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | Bus | Mthatha (Train Station) - Train Station Mthatha, N2, Norwood | Johannesburg (Park Station) | Cheapest | ||||
![]() | Bus | Intercape Office, King Edward Street (opposite Train Station) | Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station) | Fastest | ||||
![]() | Bus | Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2 | Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station) | No tags | ||||
![]() | Bus | Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2 | Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station) | No tags | ||||
![]() | Bus | Greyhound Office, St Margaret’s House, Cnr Victoria and Madera Str, Mthatha | Park Station, 96 Rissik St. | No tags |
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Get from Mthatha to Johannesburg
The journey takes about 13 hours 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just £16, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Mthatha and Johannesburg?
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
Stops in Johannesburg
- BSouthgate Shopping Centre, Cnr Rifle Range and Colombine,, Johannesburg,Gauteng,SouthAfrica
- C
Bethrams
Mozambique Touring Serices, 37 Bezuidenhout St, Troyeville, Johannesburg, 2094, South Africa - D
Park City Transit Centre, Johannesburg Station
Park City Transit Centre, Johannesburg Station (Bay21), 96 Rissik St, Johannesburg, 2000, South Africa - E
Eaglecity Kerk Street
84 Kerk St, Johannesburg, 2000, South Africa - F
Kerk Street
77 Nugget St, Hillbrow, Johannesburg, 2001, South Africa
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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Mthatha to Johannesburg
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 Mthatha to Johannesburg?
The cheapest coach tickets from Mthatha to Johannesburg start from £16. The average price for this route is around £27. 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 Mthatha to Johannesburg?
The average bus journey time from Mthatha to Johannesburg is 13h 45m, covering a distance of 375 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 11h 30m and is operated by Big Sky.
Which bus companies service the Mthatha to Johannesburg route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 27 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, APM WC, Eagle Liner, Intercity Xpress, Delta Coaches, Big Sky, Luvalo Brothers Transport, Citiliner, Big Tree, Greyhound South Africa, Nobles, Transitliner.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Mthatha to Johannesburg?
The earliest bus departs from Mthatha to Johannesburg at 12:45. And the latest bus departs at 19:20.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Mthatha to Johannesburg?
A bus journey from Mthatha to Johannesburg produces an estimated 15.1124 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 Mthatha to Johannesburg?
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 Mthatha to Johannesburg?
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 Mthatha to Johannesburg?
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 Mthatha to Johannesburg?
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.
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Mthatha to Johannesburg as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £19 to £47 for a bus ticket from Mthatha to Johannesburg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £19, which is on 2026-04-15.
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.
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