How much is the bus ticket from Fort Beaufort to Mthatha?

The cheapest bus tickets from Fort Beaufort to Mthatha start at R 537. The average price for this route is around R 852. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Fort Beaufort to Mthatha?

The average bus journey time from Fort Beaufort to Mthatha is 5h 50m, covering a distance of 243 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 5h 5m and is operated by APM WC .

Which bus companies service the Fort Beaufort to Mthatha route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from Intercape , APM WC .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Fort Beaufort to Mthatha?

The earliest bus departs from Fort Beaufort to Mthatha at 03:50. And the latest bus departs at 06:40.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Fort Beaufort to Mthatha?

A bus trip from Fort Beaufort to Mthatha produces an estimated 6 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 Fort Beaufort 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 44309 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Fort Beaufort to Mthatha?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Intercape has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.2.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Fort Beaufort 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 Fort Beaufort 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 Fort Beaufort to Mthatha from R 390 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Fort Beaufort to Mthatha on 16 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	06:40	Fort Beaufort - Total Garage, Grahamstown Road	6h 20m	13:00	Intercape Office, King Edward Street (opposite Train Station)	Cheapest
Bus	03:50	Fort Beaufort - Total Garage, Grahamstown Road	5h 5m	08:55	Umtata (Shell Ultra City)	Fastest
Bus	06:40	Fort Beaufort - Total Garage, Grahamstown Road	6h 20m	13:00	Intercape Office, King Edward Street (opposite Train Station)	No tags
Bus	03:50	Fort Beaufort - Total Garage, Grahamstown Road	5h 20m	09:10	Umtata Station	No tags
Bus	06:40	Fort Beaufort - Total Garage, Grahamstown Road	6h 20m	13:00	Intercape Office, King Edward Street (opposite Train Station)	No tags

Next departures from Fort Beaufort to Mthatha on 18 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	03:50	Fort Beaufort - Total Garage, Grahamstown Road	5h 5m	08:55	Umtata (Shell Ultra City)	CheapestFastest
Bus	06:40	Fort Beaufort - Total Garage, Grahamstown Road	6h 20m	13:00	Intercape Office, King Edward Street (opposite Train Station)	No tags
Bus	03:50	Fort Beaufort - Total Garage, Grahamstown Road	5h 20m	09:10	Umtata Station	No tags
Bus	06:40	Fort Beaufort - Total Garage, Grahamstown Road	6h 20m	13:00	Intercape Office, King Edward Street (opposite Train Station)	No tags
Bus	06:40	Fort Beaufort - Total Garage, Grahamstown Road	6h 20m	13:00	Intercape Office, King Edward Street (opposite Train Station)	No tags

Next departures from Fort Beaufort to Mthatha on 19 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	03:50	Fort Beaufort - Total Garage, Grahamstown Road	5h 5m	08:55	Umtata (Shell Ultra City)	CheapestFastest
Bus	06:40	Fort Beaufort - Total Garage, Grahamstown Road	6h 20m	13:00	Intercape Office, King Edward Street (opposite Train Station)	No tags
Bus	03:50	Fort Beaufort - Total Garage, Grahamstown Road	5h 20m	09:10	Umtata Station	No tags
Bus	06:40	Fort Beaufort - Total Garage, Grahamstown Road	6h 20m	13:00	Intercape Office, King Edward Street (opposite Train Station)	No tags
Bus	06:40	Fort Beaufort - Total Garage, Grahamstown Road	6h 20m	13:00	Intercape Office, King Edward Street (opposite Train Station)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 6:35 PM SAST.

Get from Fort Beaufort to Mthatha

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 5 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 537, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day

5h 50mAverage duration

243 kmDistance

6kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Fort Beaufort and Mthatha?

Stops in Fort Beaufort

A
Fort Beaufort - Total Garage, Grahamstown Road
Total Service station, 3 Grahamstown Rd, R63, Fort Beaufort, 5720, South Africa
Visit page

Stops in Mthatha

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

Compare bus companies

Intercape

3.5/544 546 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi1.2

APM WC

2/52 835 reviews

Staff2.7

Timeliness1.1

Cleanliness2.8

WiFi0.5

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Fort Beaufort 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 Fort Beaufort to Mthatha?
The cheapest bus tickets from Fort Beaufort to Mthatha start at R 537. The average price for this route is around R 852. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Fort Beaufort to Mthatha?
The average bus journey time from Fort Beaufort to Mthatha is 5h 50m, covering a distance of 243 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 5h 5m and is operated by APM WC.
Which bus companies service the Fort Beaufort to Mthatha route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, APM WC.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Fort Beaufort to Mthatha?
The earliest bus departs from Fort Beaufort to Mthatha at 03:50. And the latest bus departs at 06:40.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Fort Beaufort to Mthatha?
A bus trip from Fort Beaufort to Mthatha produces an estimated 6 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 Fort Beaufort 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 44309 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Fort Beaufort to Mthatha?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Intercape has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.2.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Fort Beaufort 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 Fort Beaufort 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

14/12

R 785

15/12

R 816

Today

R 390

17/12

R 758

18/12

R 942

19/12

R 816

20/12

R 810

21/12

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The cheapest trip from Fort Beaufort to Mthatha was searched and found on 16 Dec 2025 with a price of R 390

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

You can expect to pay from R 390 to R 1 809 for a bus ticket from Fort Beaufort to Mthatha based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 758, which is on 2025-12-17.

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.