Bus from Grahamstown to Mthatha: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from Grahamstown to Mthatha on 24 January
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
APMWCBus
    The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street
    Umtata (Shell Ultra City)Cheapest
    APMWCBus
      The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street
      Umtata (Shell Ultra City)Fastest
      Intercape MainlinerBus
      The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street
      Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2No tags
      Big SkyBus
        The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street
        Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2No tags
        Intercity XpressBus
        Frontier Country Hotel (Opposite Cathedral)
        Mthatha Shell Ultra CityNo tags

        Last refresh of the prices: Today at 08:53 SAST.

        Get from Grahamstown to Mthatha

        This route is served by bus only

        The journey takes about 6 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just €19, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

        19bus per day
        6h 10mAverage duration
        280 kmDistance
        7kgCO₂ emissions

        Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Grahamstown 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 Grahamstown to Mthatha?

          The cheapest coach tickets from Grahamstown to Mthatha start from €19. The average price for this route is around €26. 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 Grahamstown to Mthatha?

          The average bus journey time from Grahamstown to Mthatha is 6h 10m, covering a distance of 280 km. The fastest bus can take you there in 5h 30m and is operated by APM WC.

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

          Several major bus companies operate on this route with 19 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, APM WC, Intercity Xpress, Eagle Liner, Big Sky.

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

          The earliest bus departs from Grahamstown to Mthatha at 00:45. And the latest bus departs at 21:40.

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

          A bus journey from Grahamstown 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 Grahamstown 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 Grahamstown 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 Grahamstown 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 Grahamstown 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
        21/01
        €19
        22/01
        €20
        Today
        €19
        24/01
        €19
        25/01
        No data
        26/01
        €19
        27/01
        €19
        28/01
        €19
        busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Grahamstown to Mthatha was searched and found on 26 Jan 2026 with a price of €19

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

        You can expect to pay from €19 to €33 for a bus ticket from Grahamstown to Mthatha based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at €19, which is on 2026-01-26.

        Usually Intercity Xpress 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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