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Cheap buses leaving today

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  • This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: April 26 at
    Departure city: Mthatha
    Departure location: Umtata (Shell Ultra City)
    Arrival time: April 26 at
    Destination city: Bloemfontein
    Destination location: Willows Tourist Centre - 60 Park Rd
    Operated by: APMWCAPMWC
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $16
  • This trip is recommended because it is: 2nd Cheapest
    Departure time: April 26 at
    Departure city: Mthatha
    Departure location: Station
    Arrival time: April 26 at
    Destination city: Bloemfontein
    Destination location: Willows Tourist Centre - 60 Park Rd
    Operated by: APMWCAPMWC
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $16
  • Departure time: April 26 at
    Departure city: Mthatha
    Departure location: Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2
    Arrival time: April 26 at
    Destination city: Bloemfontein
    Destination location: Intercape Office, Park Road (Tourist Centre)
    Operated by: Intercape Mainliner ExpressIntercape Mainliner Express
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $40
  • Departure time: April 26 at
    Departure city: Mthatha
    Departure location: Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2
    Arrival time: April 26 at
    Destination city: Bloemfontein
    Destination location: Intercape Office, Park Road (Tourist Centre)
    Operated by: Intercape Mainliner ExpressIntercape Mainliner Express
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $36
  • Departure time: April 26 at
    Departure city: Mthatha
    Departure location: Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2
    Arrival time: April 26 at
    Destination city: Bloemfontein
    Destination location: Intercape Office, Park Road (Tourist Centre)
    Operated by: Intercape Mainliner ExpressIntercape Mainliner Express
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $32
Bus Mthatha to Bloemfontein: Trip Overview

Bus Mthatha to Bloemfontein: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$23
Average bus trip duration9h
Number of daily buses12
Earliest bus departure12:45 PM
Distance230 miles (370 km)
Latest bus departure4:00 PM

Mthatha to Bloemfontein Buses

Information on this bus route

Daily Departures12
Earliest and Latest Bus Departures12:45PM - 4:00PM
Minimum Price$18
Average Ticket Price$23
Minimum Trip Duration6h30m
Average Bus Trip Duration9h
Distance230 miles (370 km)
Bus Companies on This RouteIntercape, APM WC, Eagle Liner, Delta Coaches, VILAMORA
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions for your trip Mthatha - Bloemfontein

The bus is the best choice to get to Bloemfontein without a car. The bus provides a cost-effective, safe, and easy way to travel between the two cities. Alternatively, you can also use carpooling services.

The travel time from Mthatha to Bloemfontein is about 9h, but you can get there in as little as 6h 30m with the quickest bus. This is the time it takes to travel the 229 miles (370 km) that separate the two cities.

About 229 miles (370 km) separate Mthatha and Bloemfontein.

You can choose from 12 travel times and travel with Intercape, APM WC and Eagle Liner. Depending on the day of the week, the number of buses available from Mthatha to Bloemfontein may vary. Simplify your trip from Mthatha to Bloemfontein by checking the schedules and selecting the bus that fits your travel needs and budget on Busbud.

The bus service has you covered with departures starting at 12:45 PM and ending at 4:00 PM.

The majority of buses traveling from Mthatha to Bloemfontein start their journey at Umtata / Mthatha Railway Station and wind up at Engen Bloemfontein 1 Stop South. 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.

The cheapest way to travel this route is by bus. The lowest tickets for this trip cost as little as $16.

The average price of a one-way ticket from Mthatha to Bloemfontein is $23. In the past 30 days, prices have fluctuated between $16 and $38, so it's best to compare them to make sure you get the best deal.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
04/23
$18
04/24
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04/25
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Today
$19
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04/29
$19
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The cheapest trip from Mthatha to Bloemfontein was searched and found on Apr 23, 2024 with a price of $18

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

You can expect to pay from $18 to $35 for a bus ticket from Mthatha to Bloemfontein based on the last 3 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $19 which is on 2024-04-29.

Usually MAINLINER EXPRESS 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.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while traveling from Mthatha to Bloemfontein.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you're bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Mthatha to Bloemfontein.

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 Bloemfontein.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Mthatha to Bloemfontein while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

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

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