Bus from Vereeniging to Mthatha: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from Vereeniging to Mthatha on 30 January
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Intercity XpressBus
Vereeniging (Total), co Lewis Ave and Voortrekker St
Umtata StationCheapestFastest
Intercape Mainliner ExpressBus
Vereeniging - Total Energies (Helmut Motore)
Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2No tags
Intercity XpressBus
Vereeniging (Total), co Lewis Ave and Voortrekker St
Mthatha Shell Ultra CityNo tags
Intercape Mainliner ExpressBus
Vereeniging - Total Energies (Helmut Motore)
Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2No tags
Intercape Mainliner ExpressBus
Vereeniging - Total Energies (Helmut Motore)
Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 3:49 AM SAST.

Get from Vereeniging to Mthatha

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 14 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 397, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day
14h 20mAverage duration
553 kmDistance
14kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Vereeniging 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.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Vereeniging to Mthatha?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Vereeniging to Mthatha start at R 397. The average price for this route is around R 617. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus journey from Vereeniging to Mthatha?

    The average bus journey time from Vereeniging to Mthatha is 14h 20m, covering a distance of 553 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 13h 5m and is operated by Intercity Xpress.

  3. Which bus companies service the Vereeniging to Mthatha route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Intercity Xpress.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Vereeniging to Mthatha?

    The earliest bus departs from Vereeniging to Mthatha at 20:25. And the latest bus departs at 21:20.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Vereeniging to Mthatha?

    A bus trip from Vereeniging to Mthatha produces an estimated 14 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

  6. What is the best bus company from Vereeniging 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 45626 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Vereeniging to Mthatha?

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Intercape has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.2.

  8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Vereeniging to Mthatha?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Intercape, with a punctuality rating of 3.1 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Vereeniging to Mthatha?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Intercape, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
27/01
R 412
28/01
R 553
Today
R 520
30/01
R 521
31/01
R 459
01/02
R 490
02/02
R 464
03/02
R 414
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Vereeniging to Mthatha was searched and found on 27 Jan 2026 with a price of R 412

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

You can expect to pay from R 412 to R 771 for a bus ticket from Vereeniging to Mthatha based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 414, which is on 2026-02-03.

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.

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