Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Bp Garage - Main Road | Umtata Station | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Bp Garage - Main Road | MTHATHA (RAILWAY) - Mthatha Railway Station,King Edward Street | Fastest | ||||
 | Bus | IDUTYWA | Circle Triangle Bus Rank - Mthatha | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Bp Garage - Main Road | Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2 | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Bp Garage - Main Road | Umtata Station | No tags |
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Get from Idutywa to Mthatha
The journey takes about 1 hour 5 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 345, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Idutywa and Mthatha?
Stops in Mthatha
- A
Southridge Park - Shell Ultra City
Shell Ultra City, N2, Southridge Park, Mthatha, 5100, South Africa - B
Umtata Station
King Edward Street, opposite Train Station, Norwood, Mthatha, 5160, South Africa
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Idutywa 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 Idutywa to Mthatha?
The cheapest bus tickets from Idutywa to Mthatha start at R 345. The average price for this route is around R 657. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Idutywa to Mthatha?
The average bus journey time from Idutywa to Mthatha is 1h 5m, covering a distance of 73 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 35m and is operated by APM WC.
Which bus companies service the Idutywa to Mthatha route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 16 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Intercity Xpress, APM WC, Eagle Liner, Big Sky, Mavumisa Transport, Jobela Star, Greyhound South Africa, Makalala Transport, Flexi City Connect.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Idutywa to Mthatha?
The earliest bus departs from Idutywa to Mthatha at 00:35. And the latest bus departs at 23:25.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Idutywa to Mthatha?
A bus trip from Idutywa to Mthatha produces an estimated 2 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 Idutywa 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 44567 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Idutywa to Mthatha?
Based on reviews on Busbud, 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 Idutywa 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.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Idutywa 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 4.2 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 Idutywa to Mthatha was searched and found on 20 Dec 2025 with a price of R 346To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Idutywa to Mthatha as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 346 to R 1 362 for a bus ticket from Idutywa to Mthatha based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 362, which is on 2025-12-23.
