- Mthatha to Cape Town buses
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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | Bus | Umtata Station | Train Station, 1 Old Marine Dr. | Cheapest | ||||
![]() | Bus | Circle Triangle Bus Rank - Mthatha | CAPE TOWN | Fastest | ||||
![]() | Bus | Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2 | Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road) | No tags | ||||
![]() | Bus | Mthatha (Train Station) - Train Station Mthatha, N2, Norwood | Train Station, 1 Old Marine Dr. | No tags | ||||
![]() | Bus | MTHATHA (RAILWAY) - Mthatha Railway Station,King Edward Street | 1 Old Marine Dr., Forshore | No tags |
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Get from Mthatha to Cape Town
The journey takes about 18 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 448, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Mthatha and Cape Town?
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
Stops in Cape Town
- A8 Mabel St, Oakdale, Cape Town, 7530, South Africa
- B
Bus Station - Old Marine Drive
Old Marine Drive Unit 11, Long Distance Bus Facility, Cape Town Station - C1 Old Marine Dr, Foreshore, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa
- D
Civic Centre
8001,, Foreshore, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa - E
Bellville
8 Mabel St, Oakdale, Cape Town, 7530, South Africa - F
Bellville - Oakdale
Caltex Garage,, 140 Durban Road,, Oakdale,, Bellville ,, Cape Town
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Mthatha to Cape Town 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 Mthatha to Cape Town?
The cheapest bus tickets from Mthatha to Cape Town start at R 448. The average price for this route is around R 778. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Mthatha to Cape Town?
The average bus journey time from Mthatha to Cape Town is 18h 30m, covering a distance of 983 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 15h 15m and is operated by Eagle Liner.
Which bus companies service the Mthatha to Cape Town route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 69 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, APM WC, Eagle Liner, Big Sky, Intercity Xpress, Delta Coaches, Makalala Transport, Badela, Jobela Star, Flexi City Connect, Gxaweni, Nobles.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Mthatha to Cape Town?
The earliest bus departs from Mthatha to Cape Town at 00:25. And the latest bus departs at 23:50.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Mthatha to Cape Town?
A bus trip from Mthatha to Cape Town produces an estimated 25 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 Mthatha to Cape Town?
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 Mthatha to Cape Town?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Badela has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.0.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Mthatha to Cape Town?
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 Mthatha to Cape Town?
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.
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Mthatha to Cape Town as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 421 to R 1 053 for a bus ticket from Mthatha to Cape Town based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 421, which is on 2026-02-18.
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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