Bus from Durban to Mthatha: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from Durban to Mthatha on 29 January
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Intercity XpressBus
Durban Station (Coach terminus)
Umtata StationCheapestFastest
Intercape MainlinerBus
Durban Beach - Intercape Office, o.r Tambo Parade (Opposite Tropicana Hotel)
Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2No tags
Big SkyBus
    Durban Beach - Intercape Office, o.r Tambo Parade (Opposite Tropicana Hotel)
    Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2No tags
    Intercity XpressBus
    Durban Station (Coach terminus)
    Umtata StationNo tags
    APMWCBus
      Durban Beach Front
      Umtata (Shell Ultra City)No tags

      Last refresh of the prices: Today at 08:22 SAST.

      Get from Durban to Mthatha

      This route is served by bus only

      The journey takes about 7 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just €18, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

      28bus per day
      7h 40mAverage duration
      290 kmDistance
      7kgCO₂ emissions

      Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Durban to Mthatha

      Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

      1. How much is the bus ticket from Durban to Mthatha?

        The cheapest coach tickets from Durban to Mthatha start from €18. The average price for this route is around €32. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

      2. How long is the bus journey from Durban to Mthatha?

        The average bus journey time from Durban to Mthatha is 7h 40m, covering a distance of 290 km. The fastest bus can take you there in 5h 25m and is operated by APM WC.

      3. Which bus companies service the Durban to Mthatha route?

        Several major bus companies operate on this route with 28 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Big Sky, Intercity Xpress, APM WC, Greyhound South Africa, Jacobs Coaches.

      4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Durban to Mthatha?

        The earliest bus departs from Durban to Mthatha at 06:00. And the latest bus departs at 17:00.

      5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Durban to Mthatha?

        A bus journey from Durban to Mthatha produces an estimated 7 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

      6. Which is the best bus company from Durban to Mthatha?

        According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Intercape, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 45626 reviews.

      7. Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Durban to Mthatha?

        Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Big Sky has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.5.

      8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Durban to Mthatha?

        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.

      9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Durban 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 4.1 out of 5 stars.

      Find cheapest prices for buses

      Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

      Best price found
      26/01
      €41
      27/01
      €23
      Today
      €38
      29/01
      €36
      30/01
      €34
      31/01
      €34
      01/02
      €22
      02/02
      €22
      busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Durban to Mthatha was searched and found on 1 Feb 2026 with a price of €22

      To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Durban to Mthatha as early as possible.

      You can expect to pay from €22 to €100 for a bus ticket from Durban to Mthatha based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at €22, which is on 2026-02-01.

      Usually Intercape, 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.

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