How much is the bus ticket from Aliwal North to Mthatha?

The cheapest bus tickets from Aliwal North to Mthatha start at R 357. The average price for this route is around R 501. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Aliwal North to Mthatha?

The average bus journey time from Aliwal North to Mthatha is 6h 25m, covering a distance of 219 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 3h 25m and is operated by Nombewu Brothers Transport .

Which bus companies service the Aliwal North to Mthatha route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 10 buses available per day, including services from Intercape , Intercity Xpress , Eagle Liner , APM WC , Delta Coaches , Nombewu Brothers Transport , Greyhound South Africa , Makalala Transport , Nobles .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Aliwal North to Mthatha?

The earliest bus departs from Aliwal North to Mthatha at 01:35. And the latest bus departs at 04:35.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Aliwal North to Mthatha?

A bus trip from Aliwal North to Mthatha produces an estimated 5 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

What is the best bus company from Aliwal North 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 45773 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Aliwal North to Mthatha?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Greyhound South Africa has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.3.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Aliwal North to Mthatha?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Intercape , with a punctuality rating of 3.1 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Aliwal North to Mthatha?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Intercape , with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Bus Aliwal North to Mthatha from R 311 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Aliwal North to Mthatha on 30 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	02:05	Aliwal North, Barkly Street, Shell	6h 55m	09:00	Circle Triangle Mall Bus Rank	Cheapest
Bus	04:35	ALIWAL NORTH - ENGEN GARAGE, ALIWAL NOORD, N6 HIGHWAY	5h 5m	09:40	Umtata Station	Fastest
Bus	03:50	Aliwal North - Shell Garage, Oranje Dienssentrum (N6)	5h 25m	09:15	Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2	No tags
Bus	04:20	ALIWAL NORTH - SHELL GARAGE ORANJE, BARKLY ST, ALIWAL NORTH, 9750	6h 5m	10:25	Umtata Station	No tags
Bus	01:35	Aliwal North - Shell Garage Oranje, Barkly St, Aliwal North, 9750	5h 45m	07:20	Umtata Station	No tags

Next departures from Aliwal North to Mthatha on 31 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	04:35	ALIWAL NORTH - ENGEN GARAGE, ALIWAL NOORD, N6 HIGHWAY	5h 5m	09:40	Umtata Station	CheapestFastest
Bus	03:50	Aliwal North - Shell Garage, Oranje Dienssentrum (N6)	5h 25m	09:15	Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2	No tags
Bus	02:05	Aliwal North, Barkly Street, Shell	6h 55m	09:00	Circle Triangle Mall Bus Rank	No tags
Bus	04:20	ALIWAL NORTH - SHELL GARAGE ORANJE, BARKLY ST, ALIWAL NORTH, 9750	6h 5m	10:25	Umtata Station	No tags
Bus	01:35	Aliwal North - Shell Garage Oranje, Barkly St, Aliwal North, 9750	5h 45m	07:20	Umtata Station	No tags

Next departures from Aliwal North to Mthatha on 1 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	04:35	ALIWAL NORTH - ENGEN GARAGE, ALIWAL NOORD, N6 HIGHWAY	5h 5m	09:40	Umtata Station	CheapestFastest
Bus	03:55	Aliwal North - Shell Garage, Oranje Dienssentrum (N6)	6h 50m	10:45	Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2	No tags
Bus	02:05	Aliwal North, Barkly Street, Shell	6h 55m	09:00	Circle Triangle Mall Bus Rank	No tags
Bus	04:20	ALIWAL NORTH - SHELL GARAGE ORANJE, BARKLY ST, ALIWAL NORTH, 9750	6h 5m	10:25	Umtata Station	No tags
Bus	01:35	Aliwal North - Shell Garage Oranje, Barkly St, Aliwal North, 9750	5h 45m	07:20	Umtata Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 6:23 PM SAST.

Get from Aliwal North to Mthatha

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 6 hours 25 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 357, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

10bus per day

6h 25mAverage duration

219 kmDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Aliwal North and Mthatha?

Stops in Aliwal North

A
Aliwal North - Shell Garage, Oranje Dienssentrum (N6)
Shell Garage, Oranje Dienssentrum (N6), Aliwal North, 9750, South Africa
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Stops in Mthatha

A
Southridge Park - Shell Ultra City
Shell Ultra City, N2, Southridge Park, Mthatha, 5100, South Africa
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B
Umtata Station
King Edward Street, opposite Train Station, Norwood, Mthatha, 5160, South Africa

Compare bus companies

Intercape

3.5/545 773 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi1.2

According to customer reviews, the bus service has received positive feedback regarding its overall quality. However, there have been complaints about delays and detours during trips to Mthatha via Butterworth instead of R61. Additionally, customers mentioned long waiting times for police escorts in Queenstown.

Intercape Aliwal North Mthatha recent customer reviews

Excellent. Only that the bus was supposed to reach Mthatha by 11h00, but it seemingly detoured to Butterworth and went to Mthatha via N2 instead of R61

Sindiswa G.

7 January 2023

Late on time, driver was driving reckless. He drove the bus while i was still standing walking to my seat at the back

Siphe S.

12 October 2020

The experience is quiet good and always

Lebu L.

7 April 2025

Intercity Xpress

3/512 045 reviews

Staff4

Timeliness2.6

Cleanliness3.8

WiFi1.2

Eagle Liner

2.5/511 169 reviews

Staff3.7

Timeliness2.4

Cleanliness3.6

WiFi0.8

Based on 11169 reviews, the company was rated 2.7 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the departure location but often complained about the Wi-Fi. Eagle Liner ticket prices on this trip start at R 357

Eagle Liner Aliwal North Mthatha recent customer reviews

The bus was a whole hour late. No communication to alert the travelers. The cell number they have on google went straight to VM. Their system was not updated and therefore couldn’t see my ticket in their list. It was cold. It was noisy. The whole experience was just traumatic.

Ata Bishr N.

26 March 2025

Bus was late by 1 hour and there was no communication or what so ever to inform one about the late bus. There office lines were closed instead of being 24 hours

Sinobom L.

4 October 2023

The bus got delayed by two hours.

Lungelwa N.

19 December 2025

APM WC

2/53 119 reviews

Staff2.7

Timeliness1.2

Cleanliness2.8

WiFi0.5

Delta Coaches

1.5/54 122 reviews

Staff1.9

Timeliness0.8

Cleanliness1.9

WiFi0.3

Nombewu Brothers Transport

Greyhound South Africa

3/59 432 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4

WiFi1.3

Makalala Transport

3/5238 reviews

Staff3.5

Timeliness1.8

Cleanliness3.6

WiFi1.2

Nobles

2/558 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness1.5

Cleanliness3.5

WiFi0.6

ZA bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Aliwal North to Mthatha by bus

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

How much is the bus ticket from Aliwal North to Mthatha?
The cheapest bus tickets from Aliwal North to Mthatha start at R 357. The average price for this route is around R 501. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Aliwal North to Mthatha?
The average bus journey time from Aliwal North to Mthatha is 6h 25m, covering a distance of 219 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 3h 25m and is operated by Nombewu Brothers Transport.
Which bus companies service the Aliwal North to Mthatha route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 10 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Intercity Xpress, Eagle Liner, APM WC, Delta Coaches, Nombewu Brothers Transport, Greyhound South Africa, Makalala Transport, Nobles.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Aliwal North to Mthatha?
The earliest bus departs from Aliwal North to Mthatha at 01:35. And the latest bus departs at 04:35.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Aliwal North to Mthatha?
A bus trip from Aliwal North to Mthatha produces an estimated 5 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Aliwal North 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 45773 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Aliwal North to Mthatha?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Greyhound South Africa has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.3.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Aliwal North to Mthatha?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Intercape, with a punctuality rating of 3.1 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Aliwal North to Mthatha?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Intercape, 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

28/01

R 374

29/01

R 315

Today

R 335

31/01

R 311

01/02

R 312

02/02

No data

03/02

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04/02

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The cheapest trip from Aliwal North to Mthatha was searched and found on 31 Jan 2026 with a price of R 311

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

You can expect to pay from R 311 to R 781 for a bus ticket from Aliwal North to Mthatha based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 311, which is on 2026-01-31.

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.