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- This trip is recommended because it is: CheapestDeparture time: April 27 atDeparture city: QueenstownDeparture location: Railway StationArrival time: April 27 atDestination city: MthathaDestination location: Umtata (Shell Ultra City)
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- This trip is recommended because it is: FastestDeparture time: April 27 atDeparture city: QueenstownDeparture location: Shell Ultra City - 2 Cathcart Rd.Arrival time: April 27 atDestination city: MthathaDestination location: Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2
- Departure time: April 27 atDeparture city: QueenstownDeparture location: QUEENSTOWNArrival time: April 27 atDestination city: MthathaDestination location: Circle Triangle Bus Rank - Mthatha
- Departure time: April 27 atDeparture city: QueenstownDeparture location: QUEENSTOWNArrival time: April 27 atDestination city: MthathaDestination location: Circle Triangle Bus Rank - Mthatha
Bus Queenstown to Mthatha: Trip Overview
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Intercape is a long-distance bus company operating mainly in South Africa, but also in Namibia, Botswana and Mozambique. One of the largest and most reputable intercity bus operators in the region, Intercape buses are known for their safety, comfort, and convenience, presenting three bus classes: sleepliner, mainline and budgetliner, each with its own features and level of comfort. Every coach is equipped with bathrooms, air conditioning, individual reading lights, reclining seats, and onboard audio/video entertainment to make your journey even more enjoyable. The company operates a network of routes across South Africa and neighboring countries, connecting major cities and towns.
Intercape Mainliner Express Queenstown Mthatha recent customer reviews
Comfort and driver
it had space, but it was late
I loved everything about the mainliner express, from the friendly drivers to the comfort of the bus
Based on 358 reviews, the company was rated 1.7 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the wifi. APM WC ticket prices on this trip start at $17.00
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.
Based on 809 reviews, the company was rated 3.7 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the wifi. Big Sky ticket prices on this trip start at $19.00
Based on 2007 reviews, the company was rated 1.8 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the seats but often complained with the wifi. Delta Coaches ticket prices on this trip start at $15.00
Queenstown to Mthatha Buses
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Information on this bus route
Daily Departures | 39 |
Earliest and Latest Bus Departures | 3:10AM - 12:50PM |
Minimum Price | $14 |
Average Ticket Price | $20 |
Minimum Trip Duration | 2h20m |
Average Bus Trip Duration | 3h30m |
Distance | 114 miles (183 km) |
Bus Companies on This Route | Intercape, APM WC, Eagle Liner, Big Sky, Delta Coaches |
Where are the popular bus stations and stops in Queenstown and Mthatha?
14 Queens Dr, Queenstown, 5320, South Africa
Queenstown StationIntercape Office, Cathcart Road (next to Sasol Garage), Queenstown, 5320, South Africa
Intercape Office, Cathcart Road (next to Sasol Garage)Queenstown, 5320, South Africa
Railway Station17 Shepstone St, Queenstown, 5320, South Africa
Greyhound OfficeMthatha Railway Station, Cnr King Edward Street and Frere Rd, Mthatha, 5100, South Africa
Umtata / Mthatha Railway StationShell Ultra City, N2, Southridge Park, Mthatha, 5100, South Africa
Southridge Park - Shell Ultra CityKing Edward Street, opposite Train Station, Norwood, Mthatha, 5160, South Africa
Umtata StationFrequently asked questions for your trip Queenstown - Mthatha
The best way to travel from Queenstown to Mthatha is by bus. The bus provides a cost-effective, safe, and easy way to travel between the two cities. Taking a ride with other travelers through carpool services is an additional option to consider.
On average, the trip from Queenstown to Mthatha takes around 3h 30m, although the minimum time it takes to get there is 2h 20m with the fastest bus. This is the time it takes to travel the 115 miles (184 km) that separate the two cities.
The distance between the two cities is 115 miles (184 km).
On average, there are 39 daily departures on this route, offered by Intercape, APM WC and Eagle Liner. Depending on the day of the week, the number of buses available from Queenstown to Mthatha may vary. Want to make your bus journey from Queenstown to Mthatha as easy as possible? Busbud has got you covered! Browse schedules, pick the perfect bus for your travel style and budget - all in one place.
The first bus leaves at 3:10 AM and the last one leaves at 12:50 PM.
Most of the buses traveling from Queenstown to Mthatha leave from Queenstown Station and arrive at Umtata / Mthatha Railway Station. 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.
Go for the bus if you want the most cost-effective way to travel this route. $14 is the starting point for the cost-effective bus ride to Mthatha from Queenstown.
The average bus ticket price from Queenstown to Mthatha is $20. In the past 30 days, prices have fluctuated between $14 and $57, so it's best to compare them to make sure you get the best deal.
Yes, you can do a day trip from Queenstown to Mthatha. The round-trip travel time is around 4h 40m. So you'll have plenty of time to discover Mthatha before making your way back to Queenstown.
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Bus Travel Tips
Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while traveling from Queenstown to Mthatha.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 Queenstown to Mthatha, 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 Queenstown to Mthatha that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.
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Did you know?
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.
The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.
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.
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Popular Buses Connecting Mthatha
Buses Leaving from Mthatha
- Bus from Mthatha to Durban
- Bus Mthatha - Pretoria
- Mthatha - Port Elizabeth
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- Bus Mthatha - East London
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- Bus from Mthatha to Germiston
- Bus Mthatha - Pietermaritzburg
- Mthatha - Welkom
- Bus from Mthatha to Bellville
- Bus Mthatha - Klerksdorp
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- Bus from Mthatha to Grahamstown
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Buses Going to Mthatha
- Bus from Durban to Mthatha
- Bus Pretoria - Mthatha
- Bloemfontein - Mthatha
- Bus from East London to Mthatha
- Bus Port Elizabeth - Mthatha
- Pietermaritzburg - Mthatha
- Bus from Germiston to Mthatha
- Bus Midrand - Mthatha
- Bellville - Mthatha
- Bus from Welkom to Mthatha
- Bus Klerksdorp - Mthatha
- Queenstown - Mthatha
- Bus from George to Mthatha
- Bus Grahamstown - Mthatha
- Caledon - Mthatha
Popular routes in this country
- Bus from Cape Town to Mthatha
- Bus Johannesburg - Mthatha
- Port Elizabeth - Johannesburg
- Bus from Bloemfontein to Johannesburg
- Bus Pretoria - Cape Town
- Mthatha - Johannesburg
- Bus from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town
- Bus Durban - Cape Town
- Cape Town - Port Elizabeth
- Bus from Pietermaritzburg to Johannesburg
- Bus Cape Town - Durban
- Bloemfontein - Durban
- Bus from East London to Johannesburg
- Bus Cape Town - King William’s Town
- Bloemfontein - Pretoria