Bus and Coach from Plettenberg Bay to Mthatha: Compare all prices

Compare all timetables for the bus from Plettenberg Bay to Mthatha

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Plettenberg Bay to Mthatha from various bus operators like Intercape, APM or Eagle Liner for the next days.

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tomorrow

£14

Wednesday

Thursday

£17

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Saturday

Sunday

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
APM	11h 40m	14:50	Plettenberg Bay	Coach Station	02:30	Mthatha	Station	Economy	£14	A Bus from APM goes from Coach Station, Plettenberg Bay (South Africa) at 17/03/2026 14:50:00 to Station, Mthatha (South Africa) arriving at 18/03/2026 02:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £14 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 40m
City to City	11h 40m	02:20	Plettenberg Bay	Coach Station	14:00	Mthatha	Station	Economy	£17	A Bus from City to City goes from Coach Station, Plettenberg Bay (South Africa) at 17/03/2026 02:20:00 to Station, Mthatha (South Africa) arriving at 17/03/2026 14:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £17 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 40m
Intercape	12h 35m	15:05	Plettenberg Bay	Shell Coach Station	03:40	Mthatha	Shell Ultra City	Economy	£19	A Bus from Intercape goes from Shell Coach Station, Plettenberg Bay (South Africa) at 17/03/2026 15:05:00 to Shell Ultra City, Mthatha (South Africa) arriving at 18/03/2026 03:40:00. 50 Economy ticket for £19 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 35m
Eagle Liner	11h 15m	02:10	Plettenberg Bay	Coach Station	13:25	Mthatha	Tembuland Gas Station	Economy	£21	A Bus from Eagle Liner goes from Coach Station, Plettenberg Bay (South Africa) at 17/03/2026 02:10:00 to Tembuland Gas Station, Mthatha (South Africa) arriving at 17/03/2026 13:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £21 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 15m
Intercity Xpress	10h 50m	02:15	Plettenberg Bay	Coach Station	13:05	Mthatha	Station	Economy	£21	A Bus from Intercity Xpress goes from Coach Station, Plettenberg Bay (South Africa) at 17/03/2026 02:15:00 to Station, Mthatha (South Africa) arriving at 17/03/2026 13:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £21 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 50m

Cheapest bus trips Thursday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
APM	11h 10m	14:50	Plettenberg Bay	Coach Station	02:00	Mthatha	Station	Economy	£17	A Bus from APM goes from Coach Station, Plettenberg Bay (South Africa) at 19/03/2026 14:50:00 to Station, Mthatha (South Africa) arriving at 20/03/2026 02:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £17 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 10m
City to City	12h 5m	02:20	Plettenberg Bay	Coach Station	14:25	Mthatha	Station	Economy	£18	A Bus from City to City goes from Coach Station, Plettenberg Bay (South Africa) at 19/03/2026 02:20:00 to Station, Mthatha (South Africa) arriving at 19/03/2026 14:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £18 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 5m
Intercape	12h 35m	15:05	Plettenberg Bay	Shell Coach Station	03:40	Mthatha	Shell Ultra City	Economy	£19	A Bus from Intercape goes from Shell Coach Station, Plettenberg Bay (South Africa) at 19/03/2026 15:05:00 to Shell Ultra City, Mthatha (South Africa) arriving at 20/03/2026 03:40:00. 50 Economy ticket for £19 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 35m
Eagle Liner	11h 15m	02:10	Plettenberg Bay	Coach Station	13:25	Mthatha	Station	Economy	£29	A Bus from Eagle Liner goes from Coach Station, Plettenberg Bay (South Africa) at 19/03/2026 02:10:00 to Station, Mthatha (South Africa) arriving at 19/03/2026 13:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £29 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 15m
Intercity Xpress	10h 50m	02:15	Plettenberg Bay	Coach Station	13:05	Mthatha	Station	Economy	£29	A Bus from Intercity Xpress goes from Coach Station, Plettenberg Bay (South Africa) at 19/03/2026 02:15:00 to Station, Mthatha (South Africa) arriving at 19/03/2026 13:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £29 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 50m

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Plettenberg Bay to Mthatha is £14 on 17/03/2026. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.

Frequency of bus connections between Plettenberg Bay and Mthatha

See here how frequent the connections between Plettenberg Bay and Mthatha are, during different times and days of the week.

Thursday is the busiest day, with more than 43 daily coaches from Plettenberg Bay to Mthatha. Tuesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 41 daily coaches between Plettenberg Bay and Mthatha.

The busiest time of the day is the Night, with 46 coaches from Plettenberg Bay to Mthatha, while Evening sees the fewest connections between Plettenberg Bay and Mthatha, with 11 offers.

Facts about coaches from Plettenberg Bay to Mthatha

Compare all providers like Intercape, APM and Eagle Liner that travel 42 times every day by bus from Plettenberg Bay to Mthatha in one click! Book your bus ticket from Plettenberg Bay to Mthatha starting from £14!

Cheapest Bus	£14
Fastest Bus	10h 25m
Earliest Coach	00:10
Latest Coach	23:15
Daily Bus Connections	42 Ø
Distance	575.1 km
Coach Companies	Intercape, APM, Eagle Liner, Intercity Xpress, Big Sky Intercity and City to City

Cheapest coach connections from Plettenberg Bay to Mthatha

Every day, 42 buses from 6 coach companies leave Plettenberg Bay for Mthatha: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 16/03/2026 and for the following days.

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday

Monday 16/03

Tuesday 17/03

£14

Wednesday 18/03

Thursday 19/03

£17

Friday 20/03

Saturday 21/03

Sunday 22/03

Monday 23/03

£17

Tuesday 24/03

£21

Wednesday 25/03

£17

Thursday 26/03

£20

Friday 27/03

£22

Saturday 28/03

£20

Sunday 29/03

Monday 30/03

£24

Tuesday 31/03

£22

Wednesday 01/04

Thursday 02/04

Friday 03/04

£28

Saturday 04/04

Sunday 05/04

£26

Monday 06/04

£29

Tuesday 07/04

£25

Wednesday 08/04

£23

Thursday 09/04

£25

Friday 10/04

£23

Saturday 11/04

£23

Sunday 12/04

The cheapest time to travel from Plettenberg Bay to Mthatha

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

With a price starting from £14, Tuesday is the cheapest day for a coach from Plettenberg Bay to Mthatha. Thursday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £17.

Afternoon is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Plettenberg Bay to Mthatha, with £14. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £20.

How to save money travelling from Plettenberg Bay 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 Plettenberg Bay 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 Plettenberg Bay 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 Plettenberg Bay to Mthatha are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Plettenberg Bay and Mthatha

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

Coach Station

Gibb Street

Shell Coach Station

Marine Way 1

Shell Ultra City

Nelson Mandela Drive N2

Station

Nelson Mandela Drive 33

Chatam St. & Sutherland St.

Tembuland Gas Station

Momelezi Road 3

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 Plettenberg Bay to Mthatha? Compare all modes of transports from Plettenberg Bay to Mthatha.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Plettenberg Bay to Mthatha

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

FAQs about the Plettenberg Bay to Mthatha bus

How much does a Plettenberg Bay - Mthatha coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Plettenberg Bay - Mthatha bus trip is available from £14 and takes 11h 40m. Compare offers and save money!

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

The connection Plettenberg Bay to Mthatha is offered by 6 companies with ticket prices ranging from £14 to £39. 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 Plettenberg Bay - Mthatha route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Plettenberg Bay to Mthatha is offered by roughly 42 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Mthatha from Plettenberg Bay take?

The quickest coach from Plettenberg Bay to Mthatha is provided by APM and takes 10h 25m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £20. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Plettenberg Bay to Mthatha?

The earliest bus to Mthatha departs from Plettenberg Bay at 00:10. 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 Plettenberg Bay to Mthatha?

The latest bus to Mthatha departs from Plettenberg Bay at 23:15. 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 Plettenberg Bay - Mthatha route?

Passengers looking to travel from Plettenberg Bay 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 Plettenberg Bay and Mthatha?

You can check all the direct connections between Plettenberg Bay 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 Plettenberg Bay?

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 Plettenberg Bay 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 Plettenberg Bay 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 Plettenberg Bay to Mthatha on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from Plettenberg Bay to Mthatha?

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Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Plettenberg Bay to Mthatha

Economy

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

More bus routes to Plettenberg Bay and to Mthatha

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Plettenberg Bay and to Mthatha. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!