Is there a way to reach Paarl from Mthatha without flying?

Taking the bus is the best way to travel to Paarl without flying. Traveling by bus offers a budget-friendly, secure, and easy way to go between the two cities. Alternatively, you can also use carpooling services.

How long is the bus ride from Mthatha to Paarl?

The travel time from Mthatha to Paarl is about 16h 10m, although the fastest bus will take 14h 10m, on average. This is the time it takes to travel the 589 miles (950 km) that separate the two cities.

What is the distance between Mthatha and Paarl?

Mthatha and Paarl are 589 miles (950 km) apart.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Mthatha to Paarl?

If you're headed to Paarl from Mthatha, chances are that your bus will depart from Southridge Park - Shell Ultra City and arrive at Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street. These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, there are other pick-up and drop-off locations that could make it easier for you to reach your destination.

What is the cheapest way to travel from Mthatha to Paarl?

You can save a lot of money on your trip from Mthatha to Paarl by choosing to travel by bus. The lowest price for the bus on this route is $22.

What is the ticket price for the bus trip from Mthatha to Paarl?

The bus ticket costs $38 on average. Over the last 30 days, the prices ranged between $22 and $78, so make sure to compare them to get the best option.

Mthatha to Paarl Bus Tickets

TomorrowMay 2

from $23

SatMay 3

from $23

SunMay 4

MonMay 5

from $23

TueMay 6

WedMay 7

from $21

ThuMay 8

FriMay 9

Cheap buses leaving tomorrow

One passenger / one way

This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
Departure time: May 2 at 1:45pm
Departure city: Mthatha
Departure location: Umtata Station
Arrival time: May 3 at 6:00am
Destination city: Paarl
Destination location: Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street
Operated by: APMWC
Vehicle: BusDuration: 16h 15m
This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
Departure time: May 2 at 12:00pm
Departure city: Mthatha
Departure location: Circle Triangle Bus Rank - Mthatha
Arrival time: May 3 at 2:10am
Destination city: Paarl
Destination location: PAARL
Operated by: BADELA
Vehicle: BusDuration: 14h 10m
Departure time: May 2 at 12:00pm
Departure city: Mthatha
Departure location: Circle Triangle Bus Rank - Mthatha
Arrival time: May 3 at 2:10am
Destination city: Paarl
Destination location: PAARL
Operated by: BADELA
Vehicle: BusDuration: 14h 10m
Departure time: May 2 at 12:00pm
Departure city: Mthatha
Departure location: Circle Triangle Bus Rank - Mthatha
Arrival time: May 3 at 2:30am
Destination city: Paarl
Destination location: PAARL (JOBELASTAR)
Operated by: JOBELASTAR
Vehicle: BusDuration: 14h 30m
Departure time: May 2 at 12:25am
Departure city: Mthatha
Departure location: Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2
Arrival time: May 2 at 7:50pm
Destination city: Paarl
Destination location: Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street
Operated by: Intercape Mainliner
Vehicle: BusDuration: 19h 25m

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Compare 2 ways to go from Mthatha to Paarl.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$22 - $78	Average Duration16h 10m	CO₂ emissions 24kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Shuttle	Average Price$41 - $70	Average Duration19h 45m	CO₂ emissions 29kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars

Busbud recommends taking the bus from Mthatha to Paarl

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Paarl. The journey takes about 16 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $22, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

24bus per day

16h 10mAverage Duration

$22Cheapest ticket

24kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Mthatha to Paarl: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$38

Average bus trip duration16h 10m

Number of daily buses24

Earliest bus departure12:25am

Distance589 miles (950 km)

Latest bus departure11:45pm

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Intercape

3.5/539,499 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.2

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi1.2

Users have expressed positive feedback about the service, highlighting their overall satisfaction. However, there were some concerns regarding punctuality as one user mentioned that while the bus departed early, it arrived late at its destination.

Intercape Mainliner Mthatha Paarl recent customer reviews

This time around I had a bad experience, bus was late and it had a smelly toilet through out I'm not happy with mainliner even though the driver did make means for the smell to go away but it's not nice being in a 18hours drive while there is a smell

Thandiwe T.

September 26, 2024

Not a mainliner bus, bus broke down 2 times...bad attitude of driver, countless delays...please Intercape needs to service its buses

Mawande N.

October 7, 2023

The bus was early from the departure time but late on arrival at as I was late at work

Fundile S.

November 29, 2022

APM WC

2/51,750 reviews

Staff2.5

Timeliness0.9

Cleanliness2.5

Wifi0.4

Based on 1750 reviews, the company was rated 1.9 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the cleanliness but often complained with the wifi. APM WC ticket prices on this trip start at $22.00

APMWC Mthatha Paarl recent customer reviews

We were shocked that we had to pay for our luggage but the service was kind of great i can't complain.

Sisipho B.

November 30, 2024

Their chairs are too small and the drivers charge a lot of money for luggage

Ayabonga N.

October 21, 2024

There was 5 hour delay with a bus, besides that everything thing was fine.

Siyonela T.

August 4, 2024

Eagle Liner

2.5/58,663 reviews

Staff3.7

Timeliness2.3

Cleanliness3.5

Wifi0.7

Users report that the bus service is punctual and offers a comfortable travel experience. However, some have noted the absence of heating on board, which could be an issue during colder weather. Overall, passengers seem satisfied with their journeys due to timely arrivals and comfort levels provided by this service.

Eagle Liner Mthatha Paarl recent customer reviews

No pantuality, though the bus was late we had to wait for more than 30 minutes because the bus that was going to Johannesburg left two passengers at the bus station then the driver took them to shell ultra city so as to get to johannesburg bus but the Cape town driver was calling the other bus and we waited longer than we had waited. Please train your staff on how to treat passengers. It was disappointing they can't even apologize when need arises.

Mihlali B.

July 19, 2021

I had an amazing experience bus came in time.

Nokaya M.

October 7, 2024

It is comfortable but there’s no heater

Busiswa N.

July 19, 2024

Intercity Xpress

3/58,851 reviews

Staff3.9

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness3.7

Wifi1

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.

Big Sky

3.5/52,110 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi1.6

Makalala Transport

3/5179 reviews

Staff3.5

Timeliness1.7

Cleanliness3.6

Wifi1.3

BADELA

3.5/5193 reviews

Staff3.9

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness4

Wifi1.9

JOBELASTAR

2.5/5245 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness1.9

Cleanliness2.9

Wifi0.6

Gxaweni

1/518 reviews

Staff0.5

Timeliness0.3

Cleanliness1.9

Wifi0

NALEDI

2.5/520 reviews

Staff2.2

Timeliness0.7

Cleanliness2.7

Wifi0

ZA bus companies: Intercape, Big Sky, Intercity Xpress, Greyhound South Africa, Eagle Liner, APM WC, Delta Coaches

Mthatha to Paarl Bus

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Where are the popular stops in Mthatha and Paarl?

Stops in Mthatha

A - Southridge Park - Shell Ultra City

B - Umtata Station

Stops in Paarl

A - Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street

Frequently asked questions for your trip Mthatha - Paarl

Is there a way to reach Paarl from Mthatha without flying?
How long is the bus ride from Mthatha to Paarl?
What is the distance between Mthatha and Paarl?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Mthatha to Paarl?
What is the cheapest way to travel from Mthatha to Paarl?
What is the ticket price for the bus trip from Mthatha to Paarl?

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

Best price found

04/29

$23

04/30

$45

Today

$23

05/02

$23

05/03

$23

05/04

$28

05/05

$23

05/06

$23

The cheapest trip from Mthatha to Paarl was searched and found on Apr 29, 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 Mthatha to Paarl, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $23 to $76 for a bus ticket from Mthatha to Paarl based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $23 which is on 2025-05-06.

Usually MAINLINER, BADELA 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 Paarl.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Mthatha to Paarl, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Mthatha to Paarl that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized bus travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Mthatha to Paarl.

Did you know?

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.

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

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Bus Mthatha to Paarl: Trip Overview

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Intercape Mainliner Mthatha Paarl recent customer reviews

APMWC Mthatha Paarl recent customer reviews

Eagle Liner Mthatha Paarl recent customer reviews

Mthatha to Paarl Bus

Where are the popular stops in Mthatha and Paarl?

Frequently asked questions for your trip Mthatha - Paarl

Is there a way to reach Paarl from Mthatha without flying?

How long is the bus ride from Mthatha to Paarl?

What is the distance between Mthatha and Paarl?

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Mthatha to Paarl?

What is the cheapest way to travel from Mthatha to Paarl?

What is the ticket price for the bus trip from Mthatha to Paarl?

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