Find coaches from Mossel Bay to Mthatha

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Next departures from Mossel Bay to Mthatha on 31 October
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
APMWC
MOSSEL BAY
Umtata (Shell Ultra City)CheapestFastest
Intercape Mainliner
Mossel Bay - Shell Truck Voorbaai, Louis Fourie Road
Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2No tags
Big Sky
Mossel Bay - Shell Truck Voorbaai, Louis Fourie Road
Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2No tags
Intercity Xpress
MOSSEL BAY - SHELL GARAGE, LOUIS FOURIE RD, VOORBAAI, MOSSEL BAY, 6500
Umtata StationNo tags
APMWC
MOSSEL BAY
Umtata (Shell Ultra City)No tags

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Get from Mossel Bay to Mthatha

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The journey takes about 13 hours 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$23, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

15bus per day
13h 45mAverage duration
686 kmDistance
17kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Mossel Bay to Mthatha: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$47
Average bus trip duration13h 45m
Number of daily buses15
Earliest bus departure00:20
Distance685 km
Latest bus departure23:50

Mossel Bay to Mthatha Bus

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From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses travelling from Mossel Bay to Mthatha, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Mossel Bay - Mthatha

  1. How much does a bus ticket from Mossel Bay to Mthatha cost?

    The bus ticket price from Mossel Bay to Mthatha starts at US$23. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Mossel Bay to Mthatha is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

  2. How long is the bus ride from Mossel Bay to Mthatha?

    The average travel time between Mossel Bay and Mthatha is around 13h 45m, although the fastest bus will take about 12h 40m. This is the time it takes to travel the 685 km that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily bus connections are there between Mossel Bay and Mthatha?

    The number of buses from Mossel Bay to Mthatha can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 15 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Mossel Bay to Mthatha by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

  4. Which bus companies travel from Mossel Bay to Mthatha?

    When taking the bus from Mossel Bay to Mthatha, you can travel comfortably and safely with Intercape, Intercity Xpress, Eagle Liner.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
28/10
US$24
29/10
US$24
Today
US$26
31/10
US$22
01/11
US$24
02/11
US$23
03/11
US$23
04/11
US$22
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Mossel Bay to Mthatha was searched and found on 04 Nov 2025 with a price of US$22

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

You can expect to pay from US$22 to US$51 for a bus ticket from Mossel Bay to Mthatha based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$22, which is on 2025-11-04.

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.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Mossel Bay to Mthatha.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Mossel Bay to Mthatha, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Mossel Bay to Mthatha that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Mossel Bay to Mthatha, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

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