How much is the bus ticket from Mthatha to Vereeniging?

The cheapest bus tickets from Mthatha to Vereeniging start from $26. The average price for this route is around $33. 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 Vereeniging?

The average bus trip duration from Mthatha to Vereeniging is 12h 30m, covering a distance of 343 miles (553 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 12h and is operated by Intercity Xpress .

Which bus companies service the Mthatha to Vereeniging route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from Intercape , Intercity Xpress .

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

The earliest bus departs from Mthatha to Vereeniging at 12:45pm. And the latest bus departs at 3:30pm.

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

A bus trip from Mthatha to Vereeniging generates an estimated 14 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 Vereeniging?

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 Vereeniging?

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

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

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

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

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

Bus Mthatha to Vereeniging from $23 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Mthatha to Vereeniging on February 18
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	3:30pm	Mthatha Shell Ultra City	12h	3:30am	Vereeniging (Total), co Lewis Ave and Voortrekker St	CheapestFastest
	Bus	3:00pm	Umtata Station	12h 30m	3:30am	Vereeniging (Total), co Lewis Ave and Voortrekker St	No tags

Next departures for Mthatha to Vereeniging on February 19
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	3:30pm	Mthatha Shell Ultra City	12h	3:30am	Vereeniging (Total), co Lewis Ave and Voortrekker St	CheapestFastest
Bus	1:10pm	Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2	15h	4:10am	Vereeniging - Total Energies (Helmut Motore)	No tags
Bus	3:00pm	Umtata Station	12h 30m	3:30am	Vereeniging (Total), co Lewis Ave and Voortrekker St	No tags
Bus	1:10pm	Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2	15h	4:10am	Vereeniging - Total Energies (Helmut Motore)	No tags
Bus	1:10pm	Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2	15h	4:10am	Vereeniging - Total Energies (Helmut Motore)	No tags

Next departures for Mthatha to Vereeniging on February 20
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	3:30pm	Mthatha Shell Ultra City	12h	3:30am	Vereeniging (Total), co Lewis Ave and Voortrekker St	CheapestFastest
Bus	1:10pm	Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2	15h	4:10am	Vereeniging - Total Energies (Helmut Motore)	No tags
Bus	3:00pm	Umtata Station	12h 30m	3:30am	Vereeniging (Total), co Lewis Ave and Voortrekker St	No tags
Bus	1:10pm	Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2	15h	4:10am	Vereeniging - Total Energies (Helmut Motore)	No tags
Bus	1:10pm	Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2	15h	4:10am	Vereeniging - Total Energies (Helmut Motore)	No tags

Next departures for Mthatha to Vereeniging on February 21
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	3:30pm	Mthatha Shell Ultra City	12h	3:30am	Vereeniging (Total), co Lewis Ave and Voortrekker St	CheapestFastest
	Bus	3:00pm	Umtata Station	12h 30m	3:30am	Vereeniging (Total), co Lewis Ave and Voortrekker St	No tags

Next departures for Mthatha to Vereeniging on February 23
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	3:30pm	Mthatha Shell Ultra City	12h	3:30am	Vereeniging (Total), co Lewis Ave and Voortrekker St	CheapestFastest
Bus	1:10pm	Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2	15h	4:10am	Vereeniging - Total Energies (Helmut Motore)	No tags
Bus	3:00pm	Umtata Station	12h 30m	3:30am	Vereeniging (Total), co Lewis Ave and Voortrekker St	No tags
Bus	1:10pm	Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2	15h	4:10am	Vereeniging - Total Energies (Helmut Motore)	No tags
Bus	1:10pm	Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2	15h	4:10am	Vereeniging - Total Energies (Helmut Motore)	No tags

Next departures for Mthatha to Vereeniging on February 24
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	3:30pm	Mthatha Shell Ultra City	12h	3:30am	Vereeniging (Total), co Lewis Ave and Voortrekker St	CheapestFastest
	Bus	3:00pm	Umtata Station	12h 30m	3:30am	Vereeniging (Total), co Lewis Ave and Voortrekker St	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Monday at 5:30 PM SAST.

Get from Mthatha to Vereeniging

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 12 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $26, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day

12h 30mAverage Duration

343 milesDistance

14kgCO₂ emissions

Compare bus companies

Intercape

3.5/545,776 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi1.2

Customers have generally had a positive experience with good time management and communication. However, there were issues reported with non-functional toilets and charging ports on the bus that need to be addressed for an improved journey experience.

Intercape Mthatha Vereeniging recent customer reviews

So far so good but the toilets were not working, charging pots were not working as well. But time and treatment was on point and communication was topnotch.

Mandla T.

March 15, 2022

Excellent customer care . Great and satisfactory service . Keep up the good work

Goodman M.

October 11, 2021

Time management, clear announcements and curtacy

Sicelo M.

October 6, 2025

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.

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Mthatha to Vereeniging 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 Vereeniging?
The cheapest bus tickets from Mthatha to Vereeniging start from $26. The average price for this route is around $33. 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 Vereeniging?
The average bus trip duration from Mthatha to Vereeniging is 12h 30m, covering a distance of 343 miles (553 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 12h and is operated by Intercity Xpress.
Which bus companies service the Mthatha to Vereeniging route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Intercity Xpress.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Mthatha to Vereeniging?
The earliest bus departs from Mthatha to Vereeniging at 12:45pm. And the latest bus departs at 3:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Mthatha to Vereeniging?
A bus trip from Mthatha to Vereeniging generates an estimated 14 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 Vereeniging?
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 Vereeniging?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Intercape has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.2.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Mthatha to Vereeniging?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Intercape, with a punctuality rating of 3.1 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Mthatha to Vereeniging?
According to Busbud traveler 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

02/16

$26

02/17

$26

Today

$23

02/19

$29

02/20

$29

02/21

$26

02/22

$26

02/23

$26

The cheapest trip from Mthatha to Vereeniging was searched and found on Feb 18, 2026 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 Vereeniging, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $23 to $39 for a bus ticket from Mthatha to Vereeniging based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $26 which is on 2026-02-23.

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.