Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Umtata Station | Engcobo, Total Service Station, Main Rd R51 | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Shell Ultra City | Engcobo, Total Service Station, Main Rd R51 | Fastest | ||||
 | Bus | Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2 | Intercape Bus stop at Engcobo | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2 | Intercape Bus stop at Engcobo | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | MTHATHA (RAILWAY) - Mthatha Railway Station,King Edward Street | 1 Bus Rank, Engcobo | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 21:54 SAST.
Get from Mthatha to Ngcobo
The journey takes about 1 hour 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just £16, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Mthatha to Ngcobo
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 Ngcobo?
The cheapest coach tickets from Mthatha to Ngcobo start from £16. The average price for this route is around £21. 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 Ngcobo?
The average bus journey time from Mthatha to Ngcobo is 1h 10m, covering a distance of 47 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 40m and is operated by Eagle Liner.
Which bus companies service the Mthatha to Ngcobo route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 12 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Eagle Liner, Big Sky, Makalala Transport, Gxaweni, Flexi City Connect, Delta Coaches, Naledi Luxury Liner.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Mthatha to Ngcobo?
The earliest bus departs from Mthatha to Ngcobo at 11:00. And the latest bus departs at 16:00.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Mthatha to Ngcobo?
A bus journey from Mthatha to Ngcobo produces an estimated 2 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 Ngcobo?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Big Sky, with an average rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars based on 3015 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Mthatha to Ngcobo?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Big Sky has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.5.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Mthatha to Ngcobo?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Big Sky, with a punctuality rating of 3.3 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Mthatha to Ngcobo?
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 Mthatha to Ngcobo was searched and found on 30 Nov 2025 with a price of £15To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Mthatha to Ngcobo as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £15 to £36 for a bus ticket from Mthatha to Ngcobo based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £15, which is on 2025-12-04.
Usually Makalala Transport 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.
