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Compare all timetables for the bus from Pietermaritzburg to Mthatha

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Pietermaritzburg to Mthatha from various bus operators like Intercape, APM or Big Sky Intercity for the next days.

today
£15
tomorrow
£16
Sunday
£15
Monday
£15
Tuesday
£15
Wednesday
£15
Thursday
£15

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Intercape 6h 15m 01:15 Pietermaritzburg Burger St. Coach Station 07:30 Mthatha Station  Economy £15
Big Sky Intercity 5h 25m 23:25 Pietermaritzburg Burger St. Coach Station 04:50 Mthatha Station  Economy £15
APM 6h 35m 00:55 Pietermaritzburg Burger St. Coach Station 07:30 Mthatha Station  Economy £18
City to City 8h 10m 22:30 Pietermaritzburg Montrose Coach Station 06:40 Mthatha Station  Economy £20
Eagle Liner 6h 0m 01:10 Pietermaritzburg Burger St. Coach Station 07:10 Mthatha Station  Economy £27

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
APM 6h 35m 00:55 Pietermaritzburg Burger St. Coach Station 07:30 Mthatha Station  Economy £16
Intercape 6h 15m 01:15 Pietermaritzburg Burger St. Coach Station 07:30 Mthatha Station  Economy £17
Eagle Liner 6h 15m 01:10 Pietermaritzburg Burger St. Coach Station 07:25 Mthatha Station  Economy £18
City to City 6h 35m 02:10 Pietermaritzburg Burger St. Coach Station 08:45 Mthatha Station  Economy £18
Citiliner 6h 0m 01:50 Pietermaritzburg Burger St. Coach Station 07:50 Mthatha Station  Economy £27

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Intercape 6h 15m 01:15 Pietermaritzburg Burger St. Coach Station 07:30 Mthatha Station  Economy £15
APM 6h 35m 00:55 Pietermaritzburg Burger St. Coach Station 07:30 Mthatha Station  Economy £16
City to City 5h 40m 01:00 Pietermaritzburg Burger St. Coach Station 06:40 Mthatha Station  Economy £16
Big Sky Intercity 5h 45m 23:25 Pietermaritzburg Burger St. Coach Station 05:10 Mthatha Station  Economy £16
Eagle Liner 6h 15m 01:10 Pietermaritzburg Burger St. Coach Station 07:25 Mthatha Station  Economy £27

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Intercape 6h 15m 01:15 Pietermaritzburg Burger St. Coach Station 07:30 Mthatha Station  Economy £15
APM 6h 20m 00:55 Pietermaritzburg Burger St. Coach Station 07:15 Mthatha Station  Economy £16
City to City 5h 40m 01:00 Pietermaritzburg Burger St. Coach Station 06:40 Mthatha Station  Economy £17
Eagle Liner 6h 0m 01:10 Pietermaritzburg Burger St. Coach Station 07:10 Mthatha Station  Economy £18
Big Sky Intercity 7h 5m 17:10 Pietermaritzburg Burger St. Coach Station 00:15 Mthatha Station  Economy £21

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Intercape 6h 15m 01:15 Pietermaritzburg Burger St. Coach Station 07:30 Mthatha Station  Economy £15
City to City 5h 40m 01:00 Pietermaritzburg Burger St. Coach Station 06:40 Mthatha Station  Economy £16
APM 6h 35m 00:55 Pietermaritzburg Burger St. Coach Station 07:30 Mthatha Station  Economy £18
Big Sky Intercity 6h 55m 17:10 Pietermaritzburg Burger St. Coach Station 00:05 Mthatha Station  Economy £21
Eagle Liner 6h 0m 01:10 Pietermaritzburg Burger St. Coach Station 07:10 Mthatha Station  Economy £27

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Intercape 6h 35m 01:15 Pietermaritzburg Burger St. Coach Station 07:50 Mthatha Station  Economy £15
City to City 5h 40m 01:00 Pietermaritzburg Burger St. Coach Station 06:40 Mthatha Station  Economy £16
APM 6h 20m 00:55 Pietermaritzburg Burger St. Coach Station 07:15 Mthatha Station  Economy £18
Big Sky Intercity 7h 5m 17:10 Pietermaritzburg Burger St. Coach Station 00:15 Mthatha Station  Economy £21
Eagle Liner 6h 0m 01:10 Pietermaritzburg Burger St. Coach Station 07:10 Mthatha Station  Economy £27

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Intercape 6h 15m 01:15 Pietermaritzburg Burger St. Coach Station 07:30 Mthatha Station  Economy £15
Big Sky Intercity 5h 25m 23:25 Pietermaritzburg Burger St. Coach Station 04:50 Mthatha Station  Economy £15
APM 6h 35m 00:55 Pietermaritzburg Burger St. Coach Station 07:30 Mthatha Station  Economy £18
City to City 8h 10m 22:30 Pietermaritzburg Montrose Coach Station 06:40 Mthatha Station  Economy £19
Eagle Liner 6h 15m 01:10 Pietermaritzburg Burger St. Coach Station 07:25 Mthatha Station  Economy £27

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Pietermaritzburg to Mthatha is £15 on 21/10/2026. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.


Frequency of bus connections between Pietermaritzburg and Mthatha

See here how frequent the connections between Pietermaritzburg and Mthatha are, during different times and days of the week.
Friday is the busiest day, with more than 65 daily coaches from Pietermaritzburg to Mthatha. Wednesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 35 daily coaches between Pietermaritzburg and Mthatha.
The busiest time of the day is the Night, with 169 coaches from Pietermaritzburg to Mthatha, while Morning sees the fewest connections between Pietermaritzburg and Mthatha, with 34 offers.

Facts about coaches from Pietermaritzburg to Mthatha

Compare all providers like Intercape, APM and Big Sky Intercity that travel 48 times every day by bus from Pietermaritzburg to Mthatha in one click! Book your bus ticket from Pietermaritzburg to Mthatha starting from £15!

Cheapest Bus £15
Fastest Bus 5h 25m
Earliest Coach 00:45
Latest Coach 23:50
Daily Bus Connections 48 Ø
Distance 267.9 km
Coach Companies Intercape, APM, Big Sky Intercity, City to City, Eagle Liner, Intercity Xpress, Citiliner and Greyhound South Africa

Cheapest coach connections from Pietermaritzburg to Mthatha

Every day, 48 buses from 8 coach companies leave Pietermaritzburg for Mthatha: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 23/10/2026 and for the following days.

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday 19/10
Tuesday 20/10
Wednesday 21/10
Thursday 22/10
Friday 23/10
£15
Saturday 24/10
£16
Sunday 25/10
£15
Monday 26/10
£15
Tuesday 27/10
£15
Wednesday 28/10
£15
Thursday 29/10
£18
Friday 30/10
£15
Saturday 31/10
£15
Sunday 01/11
Monday 02/11
£16
Tuesday 03/11
£15
Wednesday 04/11
£15
Thursday 05/11
£15
Friday 06/11
£15
Saturday 07/11
£15
Sunday 08/11
£15
Monday 09/11
£15
Tuesday 10/11
£20
Wednesday 11/11
£15
Thursday 12/11
£15
Friday 13/11
Saturday 14/11
£16
Sunday 15/11

The cheapest time to travel from Pietermaritzburg to Mthatha

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Pietermaritzburg to Mthatha, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from £15, Thursday is the cheapest day for a coach from Pietermaritzburg to Mthatha. Saturday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £15.
Evening is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Pietermaritzburg to Mthatha, with £15. Afternoon is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £21.

How to save money travelling from Pietermaritzburg to Mthatha

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Pietermaritzburg 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 bus from Pietermaritzburg 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 Pietermaritzburg to Mthatha are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Pietermaritzburg and Mthatha

The map below shows you where to find all the bus stations in Pietermaritzburg and Mthatha.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Pietermaritzburg to Mthatha

Want to know which seat classes are available on the coaches from Pietermaritzburg to Mthatha? Or which bus companies serve the route Pietermaritzburg to Mthatha? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Pietermaritzburg to Mthatha bus

How much does a Pietermaritzburg - Mthatha coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Pietermaritzburg - Mthatha bus trip is available from £15 and takes 5h 25m. Compare offers and save money!

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

The connection Pietermaritzburg to Mthatha is offered by 8 companies with ticket prices ranging from £15 to £36. Therefore, we suggest booking your ticket as soon as possible to ensure you will get the cheapest ticket price.

How many connections are available for the Pietermaritzburg - Mthatha route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Pietermaritzburg to Mthatha is offered by roughly 48 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Mthatha from Pietermaritzburg take?

The quickest coach from Pietermaritzburg to Mthatha is provided by Big Sky Intercity and takes 5h 25m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £15. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Pietermaritzburg to Mthatha?

The earliest bus to Mthatha departs from Pietermaritzburg at 00:45. 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 Pietermaritzburg to Mthatha?

The latest bus to Mthatha departs from Pietermaritzburg at 23:50. 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 Pietermaritzburg - Mthatha route?

Passengers looking to travel from Pietermaritzburg to Mthatha can travel with Intercape, APM and Big Sky Intercity. Compare all available bus tickets with our search to book the trip that works best for you.

Is there a direct bus between Pietermaritzburg and Mthatha?

You can check all the direct connections between Pietermaritzburg 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 Big Sky Intercity.

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

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you are allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the bus for the Pietermaritzburg 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 Pietermaritzburg 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 Pietermaritzburg to Mthatha on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from Pietermaritzburg 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 48 daily trips between Pietermaritzburg 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 Pietermaritzburg to Mthatha?

Prices and availability for 48 trips between Pietermaritzburg 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 Pietermaritzburg to Mthatha

Economy
Economy

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

More bus routes to Pietermaritzburg and to Mthatha

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