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Which bus from Cape Town to Mthatha is the best?

Check the bus schedule for Cape Town to Mthatha. Here is a selection of the cheapest coach trips for the next days from bus operators like Intercape, APM or Eagle Liner. To see the full timetable for all coaches just use or search and compare.

today
£15
tomorrow
£18
Monday
£18
Tuesday
£18
Wednesday
£18
Thursday
£18
Friday
£18

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
APM 21h 0m 11:00 Cape Town Civic Center 08:00 Mthatha Station  Economy £15
Delta Coaches 14h 40m 18:30 Cape Town Civic Center 09:10 Mthatha Station  First Class £16
Eagle Liner 15h 20m 17:00 Cape Town Civic Center 08:20 Mthatha Station  Economy £17
Intercape 18h 50m 15:30 Cape Town Civic Center 10:20 Mthatha Shell Ultra City  Economy £18
MAKALALATRANSPORT 17h 20m 18:00 Cape Town Civic Center 11:20 Mthatha Station  Economy £18

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
APM 15h 5m 15:30 Cape Town Civic Center 06:35 Mthatha Station  Economy £18
Delta Coaches 13h 55m 18:30 Cape Town Civic Center 08:25 Mthatha Station  Economy £18
Intercape 19h 15m 15:30 Cape Town Civic Center 10:45 Mthatha Station  Economy £19
Eagle Liner 15h 0m 17:00 Cape Town Civic Center 08:00 Mthatha Station  Economy £20
City to City 21h 0m 17:00 Cape Town Civic Center 14:00 Mthatha Station  Economy £22

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Intercape 19h 15m 15:30 Cape Town Civic Center 10:45 Mthatha Station  Economy £18
APM 15h 5m 15:30 Cape Town Civic Center 06:35 Mthatha Station  Economy £18
Eagle Liner 15h 0m 17:00 Cape Town Civic Center 08:00 Mthatha Station  Economy £18
Delta Coaches 13h 55m 18:30 Cape Town Civic Center 08:25 Mthatha Station  Economy £18
City to City 21h 0m 17:00 Cape Town Civic Center 14:00 Mthatha Station  Economy £22

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Intercape 19h 15m 15:30 Cape Town Civic Center 10:45 Mthatha Station  Economy £18
APM 16h 30m 18:00 Cape Town Civic Center 10:30 Mthatha Station  Economy £18
Eagle Liner 15h 0m 17:00 Cape Town Civic Center 08:00 Mthatha Station  Economy £18
Delta Coaches 14h 40m 18:30 Cape Town Civic Center 09:10 Mthatha Station  Economy £18
City to City 21h 0m 17:00 Cape Town Civic Center 14:00 Mthatha Station  Economy £22

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Intercape 19h 15m 15:30 Cape Town Civic Center 10:45 Mthatha Station  Economy £18
APM 15h 5m 15:30 Cape Town Civic Center 06:35 Mthatha Station  Economy £18
Eagle Liner 15h 0m 17:00 Cape Town Civic Center 08:00 Mthatha Station  Economy £18
Delta Coaches 13h 55m 18:30 Cape Town Civic Center 08:25 Mthatha Station  Economy £18
City to City 21h 0m 17:00 Cape Town Civic Center 14:00 Mthatha Station  Economy £22

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Intercape 19h 15m 15:30 Cape Town Civic Center 10:45 Mthatha Station  Economy £18
APM 15h 5m 15:30 Cape Town Civic Center 06:35 Mthatha Station  Economy £18
Eagle Liner 15h 20m 17:00 Cape Town Civic Center 08:20 Mthatha Station  Economy £18
Delta Coaches 13h 55m 18:30 Cape Town Civic Center 08:25 Mthatha Station  Economy £18
City to City 21h 25m 17:00 Cape Town Civic Center 14:25 Mthatha Station  Economy £22

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Intercape 19h 15m 15:30 Cape Town Civic Center 10:45 Mthatha Station  Economy £18
APM 15h 5m 15:30 Cape Town Civic Center 06:35 Mthatha Station  Economy £18
Delta Coaches 13h 55m 18:30 Cape Town Civic Center 08:25 Mthatha Station  Economy £18
City to City 21h 0m 17:00 Cape Town Civic Center 14:00 Mthatha Station  Economy £22
MAKALALATRANSPORT 17h 20m 18:00 Cape Town Civic Center 11:20 Mthatha Station  Economy £25

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Cape Town to Mthatha is £14 on 27/01/2026. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.


What is the best day and time to travel by bus between Cape Town and Mthatha?

Here is the frequency of all coach connections from Cape Town to Mthatha. See on which day of the week you have more travel options and what time you have more bus trips to choose from.
Friday is the busiest day, with more than 119 daily coaches from Cape Town to Mthatha. Monday has instead the fewest connections, with only 107 daily coaches between Cape Town and Mthatha.
The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 351 coaches from Cape Town to Mthatha, while Morning sees the fewest connections between Cape Town and Mthatha, with 99 offers.

All facts for Cape Town to Mthatha bus at a glance

Compare all coach operators like Intercape, APM and Eagle Liner that travel daily 112 times by bus from Cape Town to Mthatha in one click. Book your Cape Town to Mthatha bus ticket starting from £14!

Cheapest Bus £14
Fastest Bus 13h 55m
Earliest Coach 06:00
Latest Coach 19:30
Daily Bus Connections 112 Ø
Distance 1,002.6 km
Coach Companies Intercape, APM, Eagle Liner, Big Sky Intercity, MAKALALATRANSPORT, Delta Coaches, Intercity Xpress, City to City, MAVUMISA, Badela and 1 more.

What are the cheapest coach tickets from Cape Town to Mthatha?

Every day, 112 buses from 11 coach companies leave Cape Town for Mthatha. Check the table below to find the cheapest prices for coach tickets for this route, starting from 31/01/2026 and for the following days. Make sure get the cheapest bus ticket!

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday 26/01
Tuesday 27/01
Wednesday 28/01
Thursday 29/01
Friday 30/01
Saturday 31/01
£15
Sunday 01/02
£19
Monday 02/02
£18
Tuesday 03/02
£18
Wednesday 04/02
£19
Thursday 05/02
£18
Friday 06/02
£18
Saturday 07/02
£18
Sunday 08/02
£18
Monday 09/02
£18
Tuesday 10/02
£18
Wednesday 11/02
£18
Thursday 12/02
£18
Friday 13/02
£18
Saturday 14/02
£18
Sunday 15/02
£18
Monday 16/02
£18
Tuesday 17/02
£18
Wednesday 18/02
£18
Thursday 19/02
£18
Friday 20/02
£18
Saturday 21/02
£18
Sunday 22/02

The cheapest time to travel from Cape Town to Mthatha

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Cape Town to Mthatha, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from £15, Saturday is the cheapest day for a coach from Cape Town to Mthatha. Monday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £18.
Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Cape Town to Mthatha, with £15. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £16.

How to save money travelling from Cape Town to Mthatha

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying higher prices for your trip? Plan your bus trips smartly. Here are a few hacks to save money on your coach journey.

Book the ticket from Cape Town to Mthatha in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the coach from Cape Town to Mthatha, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later coaches from Cape Town to Mthatha are also emptier.

Check for bus deals and promotions for all bus companies in this route. On CheckMyBus we show special offers directly in the coach trip on our search. Sign-up and check or deals sections and get notifications on our latest travel hacks.

What are the most popular bus companies from Cape Town to Mthatha?

These are the most booked bus companies by our users on the Cape Town to Mthatha timetable.

APM from Cape Town to Mthatha

APM

Here you will find the key facts about the APM bus route Cape Town to Mthatha:

Cheapest Price £15
Fastest Coach 14h 35m
Earliest Coach 11:00
Last Coach 18:30
Daily Connections 20 Ø
Found on 31/01/2026

Delta Coaches from Cape Town to Mthatha

Delta Coaches

Here you will find the key facts about the Delta Coaches bus route Cape Town to Mthatha:

Cheapest Price £16
Fastest Coach 13h 55m
Earliest Coach 18:30
Last Coach 18:30
Daily Connections 4 Ø
Found on 31/01/2026

MAKALALATRANSPORT from Cape Town to Mthatha

MAKALALATRANSPORT

Here you will find the key facts about the MAKALALATRANSPORT bus route Cape Town to Mthatha:

Cheapest Price £18
Fastest Coach 15h 15m
Earliest Coach 17:30
Last Coach 19:00
Daily Connections 6 Ø
Found on 31/01/2026
In total 11 operators offer buses for this route. Find all bus timetables for them. Each coach company has a dedicated cancellation policy and possibilities for transport luggage on the bus. Check also special conditions to travel with kids or coach cards with rebates.

Latest reviews for coach companies on the route Cape Town - Mthatha

Delta Coaches
sibabalwe bounce, 31/12/2025

Bus broke down was fixed the diesel depleted on the road the was caught by traffic

Jobela Star
Sikumbule , 03/12/2025
Terrible service! I would never recommend it to anyone and they will never see my money again. 02/12/2025 I booked a bus from Cape Town to Mthatha. Bus was late, bus was dirty and had a bad smell. We ... Terrible service! I would never recommend it to anyone and they will never see my money again. 02/12/2025 I booked a bus from Cape Town to Mthatha. Bus was late, bus was dirty and had a bad smell. We had no choice but to get in as we had already paid. Our bus broke down at 5am logged a call and was promised a mechanic. Its now 11:54 no repairs on the bus nor alternative transport arranged nor cash refunds. We are still waiting. Service is very bad! Book it at your own risk.
APM
Nangamso , 12/11/2024
We were travelling for a family emergency. We booked our ticket for 5pm but received a text message 3 hours prior saying the time has been shifted to 3:30pm which was cool. We got at the station and t ... We were travelling for a family emergency. We booked our ticket for 5pm but received a text message 3 hours prior saying the time has been shifted to 3:30pm which was cool. We got at the station and the bus left on time but took a very long route. From Cape Town to bellville, to Paarl, to George picking up people along the way. No communication whatsoever from the drivers. We first hit things in the road, almost hit an ambulance on a stop and go, bus swerved and bounced when we got in Port Elizabeth. The road was slippery but the driver just didn’t care. We were 3 hours late. Those that were supposed to be dropped of in Qumbu were dropped off in Mthatha. It was my first and last time. I’ll never take APM again in my life, it was the worst of the worst

All bus stations and stops in Cape Town and Mthatha

Here is a map with all coach stations in Cape Town and Mthatha. Compare which stop is closest to your destination to save time to find the fastest buses and connections.

Compare the bus with other modes of transport

The bus is often the cheapest mode of transport, while other modes like train or flight are faster. Looking for quicker alternatives to travel from Cape Town to Mthatha? Compare all modes of transports from Cape Town to Mthatha.

All you need to know when you travel by bus from Cape Town to Mthatha

Check all information on comfort and services on the coaches from Cape Town to Mthatha. Which seat classes are available or what are the amenities of operators on your coach trip? Below you´ll find answers to your questions.

FAQs for Cape Town to Mthatha bus

How much does a Cape Town Mthatha coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Cape Town Mthatha bus trip is available from £14 and takes 21h 0m. Compare offers and save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Cape Town to Mthatha?

This connection is offered by 11 companies with ticket prices ranging from £14 to £45. Therefore, we suggest booking your ticket as soon as possible to ensure you’ll get the cheapest bus trip to Mthatha.

How many connections are available for the Cape Town Mthatha route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Cape Town to Mthatha is offered by roughly 112 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Mthatha from Cape Town take?

The quickest coach from Cape Town to Mthatha is provided by Delta Coaches and takes 13h 55m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £16. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Cape Town to Mthatha?

The earliest bus to Mthatha departs from Cape Town at 06:00. In this context, information about departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last coach from Cape Town to Mthatha?

The latest bus to Mthatha departs from Cape Town at 19:30. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies serve the Cape Town Mthatha route?

Passengers looking to travel from Cape Town to Mthatha can travel with Intercape, APM and Eagle Liner. Compare all available bus tickets with our search to book the trip that works best for you.

Is there a direct bus between Cape Town and Mthatha?

You can check all the direct connections between Cape Town and Mthatha by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: Intercape, APM and Eagle Liner.

What can I take with me on the bus to Mthatha from Cape Town?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the bus for the Cape Town Mthatha bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a coach that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Cape Town Mthatha bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make travelling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Cape Town to Mthatha on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best coach deals from Cape Town to Mthatha?

CheckMyBus collaborates directly with companies around the world to provide you with the best options when searching for a trip. We retrieve their first-hand data to show you real-time prices, schedules, and seat availability for 112 daily trips between Cape Town and Mthatha. With the most up-to-date information from verified sources, you can fairly compare all available options and choose the trip that suits you best.

How does CheckMyBus technology work for trips from Cape Town to Mthatha?

Prices and availability for 112 trips between Cape Town and Mthatha change constantly. To provide you with the most up-to-date information, we connect directly with bus operators, Online Travel Agencies (OTAs), and Global Distribution Systems (GDS) via real-time interfaces (APIs). The data collected from these sources undergoes strict quality checks, is processed within our infrastructure, and is then presented to you on our search results pages. Visit our About Us page to learn more.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Cape Town to Mthatha

Economy
Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

First Class
First

Best of the best: you will find the most comfortable accommodation to work or relax during your travel.

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