How much is the bus ticket from Mthatha to Mossel Bay?

The cheapest bus tickets from Mthatha to Mossel Bay start from $24. The average price for this route is around $46. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Mthatha to Mossel Bay?

The average bus trip duration from Mthatha to Mossel Bay is 13h 55m, covering a distance of 422 miles (681 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 12h 35m and is operated by APM WC .

Which bus companies service the Mthatha to Mossel Bay route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 18 buses available per day, including services from Intercape , APM WC , Eagle Liner , Intercity Xpress , Big Sky .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Mthatha to Mossel Bay?

The earliest bus departs from Mthatha to Mossel Bay at 12:25am. And the latest bus departs at 11:50pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Mthatha to Mossel Bay?

A bus trip from Mthatha to Mossel Bay generates an estimated 17 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Mthatha to Mossel Bay?

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 Mossel Bay?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Big Sky has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.5.

Which bus company has the most timely service from Mthatha to Mossel Bay?

According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely 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 Mossel Bay?

According to Busbud traveler 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.

Bus Mthatha to Mossel Bay from $22 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

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Next departures for Mthatha to Mossel Bay on February 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	2:30pm	Umtata (Shell Ultra City)	12h 35m	3:05am	MOSSEL BAY	CheapestFastest
Bus	12:25am	Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2	14h 10m	2:35pm	Mossel Bay - Shell Truck Voorbaai, Louis Fourie Road	No tags
Bus	1:15pm	Umtata Station	13h 50m	3:05am	MOSSEL BAY - SHELL GARAGE, LOUIS FOURIE RD, VOORBAAI, MOSSEL BAY, 6500	No tags
Bus	11:40am	Umtata Station	14h 5m	1:45am	MOSSEL BAY	No tags
Bus	12:25am	Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2	14h 10m	2:35pm	Mossel Bay - Shell Truck Voorbaai, Louis Fourie Road	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 12:25 PM SAST.

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Get from Mthatha to Mossel Bay

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 13 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just $24, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

18bus per day

13h 55mAverage Duration

422 milesDistance

17kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Mthatha and Mossel Bay?

Stops in Mthatha

A
Southridge Park - Shell Ultra City
Shell Ultra City, N2, Southridge Park, Mthatha, 5100, South Africa
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B
Umtata Station
King Edward Street, opposite Train Station, Norwood, Mthatha, 5160, South Africa

Stops in Mossel Bay

A
Mossel Bay
Shell Truckport, Cnr Gericke Rd and Louis Fourie Rd, Voorbaai, Mossel Bay, 6506, South Africa
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Compare bus companies

Intercape

3.5/545,776 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi1.2

Customers generally appreciated the service, highlighting the warm welcome from drivers and a comfortable travel experience. However, some users noted dissatisfaction with bus delays and lack of notifications about late arrivals.

Intercape Mainliner Mthatha Mossel Bay recent customer reviews

The trip was good, but the driver was not communicating clearly with passengers during breaks.

Luthando F.

December 28, 2025

I enjoyed the trip the was comfortable. I was not happy when the bus was late without receiving any notification to be prepared.

Mzukisi M.

May 27, 2024

Wow i enjoyed it

Asanda M.

September 20, 2025

APM WC

2/53,119 reviews

Staff2.7

Timeliness1.2

Cleanliness2.8

Wifi0.5

Eagle Liner

2.5/511,169 reviews

Staff3.7

Timeliness2.4

Cleanliness3.6

Wifi0.8

Eagleliner bus company connects South Africa’s largest cities and beach resorts. They are known for having the most affordable fares in the country, so if the price is your main concern, this might the bus company for you. Their buses are equipped with standard features, like reclining seats, air conditioning and bathrooms. You can travel with up to 25kg of luggage, which is more than enough for most travelers. If your travel plans change, you can reschedule your ticket by paying a 20% fee, up to 6 hours before travel time.

Eagle Liner Mthatha Mossel Bay recent customer reviews

I didn’t enjoy the bus was not clean and the toilet too

Anesipho N.

April 8, 2025

The bus was full of cockroaches

Ntando J.

February 12, 2025

Terrible all the charging points aren't working

Hlengiwe Princess N.

December 7, 2023

Intercity Xpress

3/512,045 reviews

Staff4

Timeliness2.6

Cleanliness3.8

Wifi1.2

Intercity Xpress is a long-distance bus company operating in South Africa. The company established itself as an affordable intercity bus operator, offering services between cities all over the country. Their coaches are equipped with standard seats and they have a generous luggage policy of up to 25 kg. Although they make an effort to respect their timetables, travelers report that delays are expected for Intercity Xpress, so it's good to be flexible with your schedule if you're traveling with them. Their cancellation policy is also flexible, as you can cancel your ticket up to 6 hours before travel time and get a refund of 80% of your ticket value.

Intercity Xpress Mthatha Mossel Bay recent customer reviews

No I'm very unsatisfied cz ure driver left me in Plettenberg by whre I was supose to get off in mosselbay,now I had to take another bus n pay for it.Hw can a driver jst assume a person knows where c is if c ask are we at shel garage,ws he not supose to ask ma'am where is ure ticket n were are u going to.Very unprofessional..

Mqam O.

March 13, 2025

Big Sky

3.5/53,438 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.2

Wifi1.5

ZA bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Mthatha to Mossel Bay by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Mthatha to Mossel Bay?
The cheapest bus tickets from Mthatha to Mossel Bay start from $24. The average price for this route is around $46. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Mthatha to Mossel Bay?
The average bus trip duration from Mthatha to Mossel Bay is 13h 55m, covering a distance of 422 miles (681 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 12h 35m and is operated by APM WC.
Which bus companies service the Mthatha to Mossel Bay route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 18 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, APM WC, Eagle Liner, Intercity Xpress, Big Sky.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Mthatha to Mossel Bay?
The earliest bus departs from Mthatha to Mossel Bay at 12:25am. And the latest bus departs at 11:50pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Mthatha to Mossel Bay?
A bus trip from Mthatha to Mossel Bay generates an estimated 17 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Mthatha to Mossel Bay?
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 Mossel Bay?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Big Sky has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.5.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Mthatha to Mossel Bay?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely 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 Mossel Bay?
According to Busbud traveler 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.

Best price found

02/14

$29

02/15

$29

Today

$29

02/17

$22

02/18

$22

02/19

$22

02/20

$22

02/21

$25

The cheapest trip from Mthatha to Mossel Bay was searched and found on Feb 18, 2026 with a price of $22

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

You can expect to pay from $22 to $65 for a bus ticket from Mthatha to Mossel Bay based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $22 which is on 2026-02-18.

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.