Coach Heidelberg (ZA) to Mthatha from £19

Which bus from Heidelberg (ZA) to Mthatha is the best?

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

today

£33

tomorrow

£20

Thursday

Friday

£21

Saturday

£19

Sunday

£19

Monday

£19

Cheapest bus trips today
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Big Sky Intercity	10h 55m	17:55	Heidelberg (ZA)	Heidelberg (Gauteng)	04:50	Mthatha	Station	Economy	£33	A Bus from Big Sky Intercity goes from Heidelberg (Gauteng), Heidelberg (ZA) (South Africa) at 21/07/2026 17:55:00 to Station, Mthatha (South Africa) arriving at 22/07/2026 04:50:00. 50 Economy ticket for £33 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 55m
Big Sky Intercity	11h 15m	17:55	Heidelberg (ZA)	Heidelberg (Gauteng)	05:10	Mthatha	Station	Economy	£33	A Bus from Big Sky Intercity goes from Heidelberg (Gauteng), Heidelberg (ZA) (South Africa) at 21/07/2026 17:55:00 to Station, Mthatha (South Africa) arriving at 22/07/2026 05:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £33 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 15m
Eagle Liner	11h 25m	20:00	Heidelberg (ZA)	Heidelberg (Gauteng)	07:25	Mthatha	Station	Economy	£36	A Bus from Eagle Liner goes from Heidelberg (Gauteng), Heidelberg (ZA) (South Africa) at 21/07/2026 20:00:00 to Station, Mthatha (South Africa) arriving at 22/07/2026 07:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £36 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 25m
Eagle Liner	11h 10m	20:00	Heidelberg (ZA)	Heidelberg (Gauteng)	07:10	Mthatha	Station	Economy	£36	A Bus from Eagle Liner goes from Heidelberg (Gauteng), Heidelberg (ZA) (South Africa) at 21/07/2026 20:00:00 to Station, Mthatha (South Africa) arriving at 22/07/2026 07:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £36 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 10m
Intercape	12h 45m	18:55	Heidelberg (ZA)	Heidelberg (Gauteng)	07:40	Mthatha	Station	Economy	£37	A Bus from Intercape goes from Heidelberg (Gauteng), Heidelberg (ZA) (South Africa) at 21/07/2026 18:55:00 to Station, Mthatha (South Africa) arriving at 22/07/2026 07:40:00. 50 Economy ticket for £37 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 45m

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	Eagle Liner	11h 10m	20:00	Heidelberg (ZA)	Mall	07:10	Mthatha	Tembuland Gas Station		Economy	£20	A Bus from Eagle Liner goes from Mall, Heidelberg (ZA) (South Africa) at 22/07/2026 20:00:00 to Tembuland Gas Station, Mthatha (South Africa) arriving at 23/07/2026 07:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £20 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 10m
	Eagle Liner	11h 25m	20:00	Heidelberg (ZA)	Mall	07:25	Mthatha	Station		Economy	£20	A Bus from Eagle Liner goes from Mall, Heidelberg (ZA) (South Africa) at 22/07/2026 20:00:00 to Station, Mthatha (South Africa) arriving at 23/07/2026 07:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £20 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 25m

Cheapest bus trips Friday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Eagle Liner	11h 10m	20:00	Heidelberg (ZA)	Heidelberg (Gauteng)	07:10	Mthatha	Station	Economy	£21	A Bus from Eagle Liner goes from Heidelberg (Gauteng), Heidelberg (ZA) (South Africa) at 24/07/2026 20:00:00 to Station, Mthatha (South Africa) arriving at 25/07/2026 07:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £21 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 10m
Eagle Liner	11h 25m	20:00	Heidelberg (ZA)	Heidelberg (Gauteng)	07:25	Mthatha	Station	Economy	£21	A Bus from Eagle Liner goes from Heidelberg (Gauteng), Heidelberg (ZA) (South Africa) at 24/07/2026 20:00:00 to Station, Mthatha (South Africa) arriving at 25/07/2026 07:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £21 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 25m
Intercape	12h 5m	19:55	Heidelberg (ZA)	Heidelberg (Gauteng)	08:00	Mthatha	Station	Economy	£27	A Bus from Intercape goes from Heidelberg (Gauteng), Heidelberg (ZA) (South Africa) at 24/07/2026 19:55:00 to Station, Mthatha (South Africa) arriving at 25/07/2026 08:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £27 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 5m
Intercape	12h 35m	19:55	Heidelberg (ZA)	Heidelberg (Gauteng)	08:30	Mthatha	Shell Ultra City	Economy	£27	A Bus from Intercape goes from Heidelberg (Gauteng), Heidelberg (ZA) (South Africa) at 24/07/2026 19:55:00 to Shell Ultra City, Mthatha (South Africa) arriving at 25/07/2026 08:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £27 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 35m
Intercape	10h 55m	17:55	Heidelberg (ZA)	Heidelberg (Gauteng)	04:50	Mthatha	Station	Economy	£28	A Bus from Intercape goes from Heidelberg (Gauteng), Heidelberg (ZA) (South Africa) at 24/07/2026 17:55:00 to Station, Mthatha (South Africa) arriving at 25/07/2026 04:50:00. 50 Economy ticket for £28 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 55m

Cheapest bus trips Saturday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	Eagle Liner	11h 10m	20:00	Heidelberg (ZA)	Heidelberg (Gauteng)	07:10	Mthatha	Station		Economy	£19	A Bus from Eagle Liner goes from Heidelberg (Gauteng), Heidelberg (ZA) (South Africa) at 25/07/2026 20:00:00 to Station, Mthatha (South Africa) arriving at 26/07/2026 07:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £19 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 10m
	Eagle Liner	11h 25m	20:00	Heidelberg (ZA)	Heidelberg (Gauteng)	07:25	Mthatha	Station		Economy	£19	A Bus from Eagle Liner goes from Heidelberg (Gauteng), Heidelberg (ZA) (South Africa) at 25/07/2026 20:00:00 to Station, Mthatha (South Africa) arriving at 26/07/2026 07:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £19 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 25m

Cheapest bus trips Sunday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Eagle Liner	11h 25m	20:00	Heidelberg (ZA)	Heidelberg (Gauteng)	07:25	Mthatha	Station	Economy	£19	A Bus from Eagle Liner goes from Heidelberg (Gauteng), Heidelberg (ZA) (South Africa) at 26/07/2026 20:00:00 to Station, Mthatha (South Africa) arriving at 27/07/2026 07:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £19 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 25m
Eagle Liner	11h 10m	20:00	Heidelberg (ZA)	Heidelberg (Gauteng)	07:10	Mthatha	Station	Economy	£19	A Bus from Eagle Liner goes from Heidelberg (Gauteng), Heidelberg (ZA) (South Africa) at 26/07/2026 20:00:00 to Station, Mthatha (South Africa) arriving at 27/07/2026 07:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £19 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 10m
Intercape	12h 35m	19:55	Heidelberg (ZA)	Heidelberg (Gauteng)	08:30	Mthatha	Shell Ultra City	Economy	£27	A Bus from Intercape goes from Heidelberg (Gauteng), Heidelberg (ZA) (South Africa) at 26/07/2026 19:55:00 to Shell Ultra City, Mthatha (South Africa) arriving at 27/07/2026 08:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £27 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 35m
Intercape	12h 5m	19:55	Heidelberg (ZA)	Heidelberg (Gauteng)	08:00	Mthatha	Station	Economy	£27	A Bus from Intercape goes from Heidelberg (Gauteng), Heidelberg (ZA) (South Africa) at 26/07/2026 19:55:00 to Station, Mthatha (South Africa) arriving at 27/07/2026 08:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £27 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 5m
Intercape	11h 15m	17:55	Heidelberg (ZA)	Heidelberg (Gauteng)	05:10	Mthatha	Shell Ultra City	Economy	£28	A Bus from Intercape goes from Heidelberg (Gauteng), Heidelberg (ZA) (South Africa) at 26/07/2026 17:55:00 to Shell Ultra City, Mthatha (South Africa) arriving at 27/07/2026 05:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £28 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 15m

Cheapest bus trips Monday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Eagle Liner	11h 10m	20:00	Heidelberg (ZA)	Heidelberg (Gauteng)	07:10	Mthatha	Station	Economy	£19	A Bus from Eagle Liner goes from Heidelberg (Gauteng), Heidelberg (ZA) (South Africa) at 27/07/2026 20:00:00 to Station, Mthatha (South Africa) arriving at 28/07/2026 07:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £19 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 10m
Eagle Liner	11h 25m	20:00	Heidelberg (ZA)	Heidelberg (Gauteng)	07:25	Mthatha	Station	Economy	£19	A Bus from Eagle Liner goes from Heidelberg (Gauteng), Heidelberg (ZA) (South Africa) at 27/07/2026 20:00:00 to Station, Mthatha (South Africa) arriving at 28/07/2026 07:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £19 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 25m
Intercape	12h 5m	19:55	Heidelberg (ZA)	Heidelberg (Gauteng)	08:00	Mthatha	Station	Economy	£27	A Bus from Intercape goes from Heidelberg (Gauteng), Heidelberg (ZA) (South Africa) at 27/07/2026 19:55:00 to Station, Mthatha (South Africa) arriving at 28/07/2026 08:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £27 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 5m
Intercape	12h 35m	19:55	Heidelberg (ZA)	Heidelberg (Gauteng)	08:30	Mthatha	Shell Ultra City	Economy	£27	A Bus from Intercape goes from Heidelberg (Gauteng), Heidelberg (ZA) (South Africa) at 27/07/2026 19:55:00 to Shell Ultra City, Mthatha (South Africa) arriving at 28/07/2026 08:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £27 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 35m

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Heidelberg (ZA) to Mthatha is £19 on 25/07/2026. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.

What is the best day and time to travel by bus between Heidelberg (ZA) and Mthatha?

Here is the frequency of all coach connections from Heidelberg (ZA) 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 16 daily coaches from Heidelberg (ZA) to Mthatha. Saturday has instead the fewest connections, with only 4 daily coaches between Heidelberg (ZA) and Mthatha.

The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 54 coaches from Heidelberg (ZA) to Mthatha, while Afternoon sees the fewest connections between Heidelberg (ZA) and Mthatha, with 10 offers.

All facts for Heidelberg (ZA) to Mthatha bus at a glance

Compare all coach operators like Intercape, Eagle Liner and Intercity Xpress that travel daily 10 times by bus from Heidelberg (ZA) to Mthatha in one click. Book your Heidelberg (ZA) to Mthatha bus ticket starting from £19!

Cheapest Bus	£19
Fastest Bus	10h 55m
Earliest Coach	17:55
Latest Coach	20:00
Daily Bus Connections	10 Ø
Distance	566.8 km
Coach Companies	Intercape, Eagle Liner, Intercity Xpress and Big Sky Intercity

What are the cheapest coach tickets from Heidelberg (ZA) to Mthatha?

Every day, 10 buses from 4 coach companies leave Heidelberg (ZA) for Mthatha. Check the table below to find the cheapest prices for coach tickets for this route, starting from 21/07/2026 and for the following days. Make sure get the cheapest bus ticket!

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday

Monday 20/07

Tuesday 21/07

£36

Wednesday 22/07

£20

Thursday 23/07

Friday 24/07

£27

Saturday 25/07

£19

Sunday 26/07

£19

Monday 27/07

£19

Tuesday 28/07

£19

Wednesday 29/07

£19

Thursday 30/07

£27

Friday 31/07

£27

Saturday 01/08

£19

Sunday 02/08

£28

Monday 03/08

£20

Tuesday 04/08

£19

Wednesday 05/08

£29

Thursday 06/08

£28

Friday 07/08

£28

Saturday 08/08

£19

Sunday 09/08

£28

Monday 10/08

£28

Tuesday 11/08

£28

Wednesday 12/08

£29

Thursday 13/08

Friday 14/08

£27

Saturday 15/08

£28

Sunday 16/08

The cheapest time to travel from Heidelberg (ZA) to Mthatha

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Heidelberg (ZA) to Mthatha, for the next 30 days.

With a price starting from £19, Monday is the cheapest day for a coach from Heidelberg (ZA) to Mthatha. Friday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £21.

Evening is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Heidelberg (ZA) to Mthatha, with £19. Afternoon is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £28.

How to save money travelling from Heidelberg (ZA) 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 Heidelberg (ZA) 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 Heidelberg (ZA) 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 Heidelberg (ZA) to Mthatha are also emptier.

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All bus stations and stops in Heidelberg (ZA) and Mthatha

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

Mall

Heidelberg (Gauteng)

Ismail's Hardware Store

Kismet St 15

Krisant St

Krisant St,Heidelberg 6

N3 Bus Stop

Shell Ultra City

Nelson Mandela Drive N2

Station

Nelson Mandela Drive 33

Chatam St. & Sutherland St.

Tembuland Gas Station

Momelezi Road 3

All you need to know when you travel by bus from Heidelberg (ZA) to Mthatha

Check all information on comfort and services on the coaches from Heidelberg (ZA) 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 Heidelberg (ZA) to Mthatha bus

How much does a Heidelberg (ZA) Mthatha coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Heidelberg (ZA) Mthatha bus trip is available from £19 and takes 11h 10m. Compare offers and save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Heidelberg (ZA) to Mthatha?

This connection is offered by 4 companies with ticket prices ranging from £19 to £41. 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 Heidelberg (ZA) Mthatha route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Heidelberg (ZA) to Mthatha is offered by roughly 10 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Mthatha from Heidelberg (ZA) take?

The quickest coach from Heidelberg (ZA) to Mthatha is provided by Big Sky Intercity and takes 10h 55m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £33. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Heidelberg (ZA) to Mthatha?

The earliest bus to Mthatha departs from Heidelberg (ZA) at 17:55. 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 Heidelberg (ZA) to Mthatha?

The latest bus to Mthatha departs from Heidelberg (ZA) at 20:00. 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 Heidelberg (ZA) Mthatha route?

Passengers looking to travel from Heidelberg (ZA) to Mthatha can travel with Intercape, Eagle Liner and Intercity Xpress. Compare all available bus tickets with our search to book the trip that works best for you.

Is there a direct bus between Heidelberg (ZA) and Mthatha?

You can check all the direct connections between Heidelberg (ZA) 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, Eagle Liner and Intercity Xpress.

What can I take with me on the bus to Mthatha from Heidelberg (ZA)?

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 Heidelberg (ZA) 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 Heidelberg (ZA) 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 Heidelberg (ZA) to Mthatha on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best coach deals from Heidelberg (ZA) 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 10 daily trips between Heidelberg (ZA) 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.

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Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Heidelberg (ZA) to Mthatha

Economy

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

More bus routes to Heidelberg (ZA) and to Mthatha

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Heidelberg (ZA) and to Mthatha. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you’ll find all the details about your bus route!