Many users have praised the bus service for its punctuality, comfort, and cleanliness. The staff is often described as kind and accommodating. However, some reviews mention issues with communication during delays or unexpected stops without explanation. Overall, passengers appreciate the comfortable seating and amenities like charging ports on board.
Intercape Budgetliner Express Cape Town Mthatha recent customer reviews
Atlist the driver was nice but didnt make the arrival time it was suppose to arrive 11:45 but we arrive 14: past
2 out of 5 stars
Zikhanyile M.
The service was poor the bus was not in condition there was an overload and people were left behind.
1 out of 5 stars
Lihle M.
The experience with intercape mainliner express was good, except the part of delaying about an hour.
Eagle Liner receives praise for its punctuality, friendly drivers, and comfortable journeys. Many users appreciate the warm buses with good music. However, some reviews mention issues like non-functional charging ports and uncomfortable seats. Additionally, designated stops at overcrowded petrol stations were noted as less than ideal for food breaks or restroom use.
Eagle Liner Cape Town Mthatha recent customer reviews
The journey was so good and the service, but it's only the matter of time to arrive to Mthatha. But all am trying to say is am thankful 🙏 for my journey and I enjoyed.
4 out of 5 stars
Jongikhaya F.
The seats a very comfortable, I'm happy with that. One driver is driving at a very high speed, the charging points are not working, the bus is cold with no heaters, some windows can't close properly and the wind is just coming in . Departure time was perfect, but arrival time was too late.
2 out of 5 stars
Nqaba N.
The drivers were very kind I enjoyed that. No music and charging point for cell phones were not working
Many users appreciated the friendly and respectful drivers, noting that they provided a safe travel experience. The buses were often described as new and comfortable with working charging plugs. However, several reviews mentioned delays in departure or arrival times, which caused inconvenience for some travelers. Additionally, there was feedback about insufficient communication regarding stops during the journey. Despite these issues, many found their overall experience to be positive and enjoyable due to the courteous staff on board.
APMWC Cape Town Mthatha recent customer reviews
I'm not happy, bus arrived late in the bus station.I had to pay for my bag. We also arrived late in our destination.
2 out of 5 stars
Zandile K.
The staff members are rude, it's slow takes to much time ,to many unnecessary delays.Tiring.
1 out of 5 stars
Zizo Z.
I didn't enjoy their service the bus was late we didn't received any sms telling us about delay, I'm in Cofimvaba as I'm writing here(11:32) but the bus was supposed to be in Mtata at 7:30
Users have reported that the bus service is punctual, with friendly drivers and a clean, warm environment. However, there are concerns about the cleanliness of the toilet facilities on board, as some passengers noted limited water availability for handwashing and an absence of soap.
Big Sky Cape Town Mthatha recent customer reviews
The bus was clean, nice and warm. What I didn't like was the toilet which was not that much clean, no soap and little water coming out to wash your hands. At do santizer if they is no water.
5 out of 5 stars
Okuhle N.
The bus Arrived on time the drivers were very friendly
Users have shared positive experiences, highlighting the warmth and comfort of the buses, as well as friendly drivers and good customer service. The bus conditions were generally appreciated for being clean with functioning heaters. However, some users noted a lack of toilet facilities on long journeys and mentioned delays without apologies from staff.
MAKALALATRANSPORT Cape Town Mthatha recent customer reviews
Ths bus was supposed to arrive at 6pm but no alao the driver was driving reckless all the way ans arrived 3 hours late at our destination
1 out of 5 stars
Yonela C.
I booked my 2 boys 14 and 7 years old bus going to umtata ,the bus broke down just after 5 am till 14:30 the final manager to fix the bus and it stopped again just after Gcobo ,then they were transferred to taxis from Gcobo to umtata and the driver left them in the shell garage without even contacting the parent ,then I got a call from a stranger that was trying to help ,I won't use Makalana buses anymore I will recommend it to anyone
1 out of 5 stars
Olwethu W.
I enjoyed the bus was warm the entire night the drivers were friendly and it was very smooth on the road
Users have expressed satisfaction with their travel experiences, highlighting the caring nature of the drivers and an overall enjoyable journey. While there was a mention of a delay in one review, it did not overshadow the positive aspects shared by travelers who are eager to use this service again.
Intercity Xpress Cape Town Mthatha recent customer reviews
My first time journey with Intercity was 👌 I really enjoyed the bus with caring drivers and am willing to use it on my next travel
5 out of 5 stars
Nokulunga N.
Very poor service I would never take this bus again ,Rude employer's at cape town station not pancual with time at all we are late with 4 hours imagine
1 out of 5 stars
Yunitha Y.
Your service is very bad i took a bus from cape town 17:45 bus was arrived buy 19:00 iget home by 18:00 i don't think i will take intercity bus its better to go to taxi rank 🤞🤞🤞
Users have shared positive experiences with the staff's respectful and clear communication, as well as an enjoyable atmosphere on Jobela buses. However, some reviews mention delays in arrival times and a need for bus upgrades. Additionally, there were concerns about power outlet accessibility and toilet conditions during travel.
JOBELASTAR Cape Town Mthatha recent customer reviews
The standard of the bus is not what was promised, and we are still stuck in GraffReinet even now from 6 in the morning. The bus was late for the departure buy an hour and there was no communication whatsoever. Am very dissapointed and dissatisfied at the same time. It is my last time using your services.
1 out of 5 stars
Nobandla Kuselwa S.
I had the worst experience ever with Jobela a few days ago.i booked for 4 pm bus but it arrived at 8:35pm. No communication in between whatsoever. Bus dirty and smelly. They have seen, the last of me.
1 out of 5 stars
Tembi T.
Bus was late about an hour. There was no update from them about it. I called a few times to find out but they did not pick up their phones
Based on 14 reviews, the company was rated 2.2 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the departure location but often complained with the wifi. Flexi City Connect ticket prices on this trip start at $24
Flexi City Connect Cape Town Mthatha recent customer reviews
Everything was okay, and I've arrived by the time also going to book a bus again for 11th of August Sunday this week
Passengers have noted that the bus interiors are clean and neat, providing a warm atmosphere. The adjustable seats add to the comfort of the journey, and drivers show care towards passengers.
Gxaweni Cape Town Mthatha recent customer reviews
Ad shows regular bus, but when arrive,it’s actually a smaller sprinter bus.Rather than that everything was fine
4 out of 5 stars
Given K.
They cancelled the trip without notifying me , whereby I had to look for other options and to pay another amount
1 out of 5 stars
Vuyiseka V.
The sits are very comfortable so much I felt like i wasnt in a bus from 19:00-12:15
Passengers have shared positive experiences, highlighting the comfort and reliability of the service. Many appreciated arriving earlier than expected and praised the professionalism of the bus crew. However, some users mentioned issues with non-functional charging ports on board. Overall, travelers found their journeys pleasant and efficient despite minor inconveniences.
BADELA Cape Town Mthatha recent customer reviews
Did not like the fact that we made soo many stops to get the bus full and again we had to stop for an hour to wait for another bus for them to get to divide us according to our stops.😩😩
4 out of 5 stars
Nondumiso K.
The was no charging places they weren’t working but at least the was a charging space in front , the people in the bus were so nice and kind especially the driver and others who were in charge of the bus , I enjoyed my trip
4 out of 5 stars
Iviwe M.
Very reliable and on time..bus crew very professional and informative keep up Badela
Mavumisa provides a generally positive travel experience, with disciplined and punctual drivers ensuring smooth journeys. However, some users have noted issues such as delays at departure points and uncomfortable conditions due to lack of heating or unpleasant smells on the bus. Despite these challenges, travelers appreciate reaching their destinations safely.
Mavumisa Transport Cape Town Mthatha recent customer reviews
The bus didn't have a pleasant smell, it was stuffy and it smelt like pee. There were even cockroaches in the bus. The bus arrived and left late at the departure point. But along the road the driving was good.
3 out of 5 stars
Ambeswa M.
I will never book Mavumisa even if it's R50 we were loaded in a small uncomfortable bus to take us to Laingnsburg where we waited for our for another bus. We supposed to be in Umthatha 10h30 in the morning but we reached there past 6 in the evening no more
1 out of 5 stars
Dolly T.
The bus supposed to departure at 7:00 Pm but it comes at 20:20 and there were no communication
Based on 55 reviews, the company was rated 2.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the wifi. Nobles ticket prices on this trip start at $65
According to customer reviews, there are concerns about the bus service's time management and overall performance. Some customers have experienced significant delays, with one review mentioning a delay of 2 hours. Additionally, it is suggested that adding contact details online or on tickets would be helpful for passengers.
NALEDI Cape Town Mthatha recent customer reviews
The bus didn't come to cape town station and I had to wait for them to pick me at 10pm
2 out of 5 stars
Nomvuyo T.
I didn't enjoy anything, the bus was 2hrs late. We were supposed to arrive at 9am, but it's 1:17pm and we still on the road we'll probably arrive around 4pm if not 5pm I would never ever use this bus again it was my first and last time.
1 out of 5 stars
Yondela N.
time waiting, i arrived at cape town station at 18:00 with my baby bus come after 21:00 very disappointed with NALEDI. I don't want to here anything about NALEDI really.
King Edward Street, opposite Train Station, Norwood, Mthatha, 5160, South Africa
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Cape Town to Mthatha by bus
How far is Cape Town from Mthatha?
About 623 miles (1004 km) separate Cape Town and Mthatha.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Cape Town to Mthatha?
Most of the buses traveling from Cape Town to Mthatha leave from Bus Station - Old Marine Drive and arrive at Southridge Park - Shell Ultra City. These are the main pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, but you can find others that could fit better into your travel plans.
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$23
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The cheapest trip from Cape Town to Mthatha was searched and found on Nov 11, 2025 with a price of $23
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Cape Town to Mthatha, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $23 to $70 for a bus ticket from Cape Town to Mthatha based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $24 which is on 2025-11-12.
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The cheapest trip from Cape Town to Mthatha was searched and found on Nov 11, 2025 with a price of $23
