Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Umtata Station | Johannesburg (Park Station) | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Intercape Office, King Edward Street (opposite Train Station) | Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station) | Fastest | ||||
 | Bus | Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2 | Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station) | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Mthatha (Train Station) - Train Station Mthatha, N2, Norwood | Johannesburg (Park Station) | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Greyhound Office, St Margaret’s House, Cnr Victoria and Madera Str, Mthatha | Park Station, 96 Rissik St. | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Greyhound Office, St Margaret’s House, Cnr Victoria and Madera Str, Mthatha | Park Station, 96 Rissik St. | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Umtata Station | Johannesburg (Park Station) | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Umtata Station | Johannesburg (Park Station) | No tags |
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Get from Mthatha to Johannesburg
The journey takes about 14 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 395, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Bus stations and stops in Mthatha and Johannesburg
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 Johannesburg
- B
Southgate Shopping Centre
Southgate Shopping Centre, Cnr Rifle Range and Colombine,, Johannesburg,Gauteng,SouthAfrica - C
Bethrams
Mozambique Touring Serices, 37 Bezuidenhout St, Troyeville, Johannesburg, 2094, South Africa - D
Park City Transit Centre, Johannesburg Station
Park City Transit Centre, Johannesburg Station (Bay21), 96 Rissik St, Johannesburg, 2000, South Africa - E
Eaglecity Kerk Street
84 Kerk St, Johannesburg, 2000, South Africa - F
Kerk Street
77 Nugget St, Hillbrow, Johannesburg, 2001, South Africa
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Mthatha to Johannesburg 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 Johannesburg?
The cheapest bus tickets from Mthatha to Johannesburg start at R 395. The average price for this route is around R 584. 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 Johannesburg?
The average bus journey time from Mthatha to Johannesburg is 14h 10m, covering a distance of 606 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 11h 30m and is operated by Big Sky.
Which bus companies service the Mthatha to Johannesburg route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 29 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, APM WC, Eagle Liner, Intercity Xpress, Delta Coaches, Big Sky, Luvalo Brothers Transport, Citiliner, Big Tree, Greyhound South Africa, City to City, Flexi City Connect, Nobles.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Mthatha to Johannesburg?
The earliest bus departs from Mthatha to Johannesburg at 12:45. And the latest bus departs at 19:20.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Mthatha to Johannesburg?
A bus trip from Mthatha to Johannesburg produces an estimated 15.12995 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 Johannesburg?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Luvalo Brothers Transport, with an average rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars based on 69 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Mthatha to Johannesburg?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Luvalo Brothers Transport has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.8.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Mthatha to Johannesburg?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Luvalo Brothers Transport, with a punctuality rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Mthatha to Johannesburg?
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 Mthatha to Johannesburg was searched and found on 11 Aug 2026 with a price of R 368To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Mthatha to Johannesburg as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 368 to R 852 for a bus ticket from Mthatha to Johannesburg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 368, which is on 2026-08-11.
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.
