Find coaches from Mthatha to Beaufort West

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Next departures from Mthatha to Beaufort West on 31 October
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
APMWC
Umtata Station
Beaufort West - Total GarageCheapest
Makalala Transport
MTHATHA (RAILWAY) - Mthatha Railway Station,King Edward Street
Total Garage, Crn Donkin St. and R61Fastest
Badela
Circle Triangle Bus Rank - Mthatha
BEAUFORT WESTNo tags
Intercape Mainliner
Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2
Beaufort West - Engen Garage, Donkin Street (Swartberg N1 Stop)No tags
Big Sky
Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2
Beaufort West - Engen Garage, Donkin Street (Swartberg N1 Stop)No tags

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Get from Mthatha to Beaufort West

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The journey takes about 10 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$24, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

19bus per day
10h 40mAverage duration
586 kmDistance
15kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Mthatha to Beaufort West: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$41
Average bus trip duration10h 40m
Number of daily buses19
Earliest bus departure12:00
Distance586 km
Latest bus departure16:00

Mthatha to Beaufort West Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Mthatha - Beaufort West

  1. How much does a bus ticket from Mthatha to Beaufort West cost?

    The bus ticket price from Mthatha to Beaufort West starts at US$24. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Mthatha to Beaufort West 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 Mthatha to Beaufort West?

    The average travel time between Mthatha and Beaufort West is around 10h 40m, although the fastest bus will take about 7h. This is the time it takes to travel the 592 km that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily bus connections are there between Mthatha and Beaufort West?

    The number of buses from Mthatha to Beaufort West can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 19 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Mthatha to Beaufort West by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

  4. Which bus companies travel from Mthatha to Beaufort West?

    When taking the bus from Mthatha to Beaufort West, you can travel comfortably and safely with Intercape, APM WC, Eagle Liner.

  5. What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Mthatha to Beaufort West?

    Buses travelling between Mthatha and Beaufort West leave from Southridge Park - Shell Ultra City or Umtata Station and arrive at Beaufort West - Engen Garage, Donkin Street (Swartberg N1 Stop).

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

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US$24
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US$24
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US$23
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US$23
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US$24
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Mthatha to Beaufort West was searched and found on 31 Oct 2025 with a price of US$23

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

You can expect to pay from US$23 to US$58 for a bus ticket from Mthatha to Beaufort West based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$23, which is on 2025-10-31.

Usually Intercape, Badela 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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Bus Travel Tips

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Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Mthatha to Beaufort West.

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Did you know?

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

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9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

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