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Compare all timetables for the bus from Port Elizabeth to Mthatha

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Port Elizabeth to Mthatha from various bus operators like Intercape, Intercity Xpress or Eagle Liner for the next days.

today
£26
tomorrow
£26
Saturday
£26
Sunday
£26
Monday
£26
Tuesday
£25
Wednesday
£26

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
APM 7h 25m 04:30 Port Elizabeth Bus Station 11:55 Mthatha Station  Economy £26
Big Sky Intercity 8h 15m 19:25 Port Elizabeth Bus Station 03:40 Mthatha Shell Ultra City  Economy £40
Intercape 8h 10m 06:30 Port Elizabeth Bus Station 14:40 Mthatha Station  Economy £41
Eagle Liner 8h 10m 05:15 Port Elizabeth Bus Station 13:25 Mthatha Station  Economy £44
Intercity Xpress 7h 35m 05:15 Port Elizabeth Bus Station 12:50 Mthatha Station  Economy £48

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
APM 7h 25m 04:30 Port Elizabeth Bus Station 11:55 Mthatha Station  Economy £26
Eagle Liner 8h 10m 05:15 Port Elizabeth Bus Station 13:25 Mthatha Station  Economy £29
Intercape 8h 10m 06:30 Port Elizabeth Bus Station 14:40 Mthatha Station  Economy £41
Intercity Xpress 7h 35m 05:15 Port Elizabeth Bus Station 12:50 Mthatha Station  Economy £48
Big Sky Intercity 8h 15m 19:25 Port Elizabeth Bus Station 03:40 Mthatha Station  Economy £69

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
APM 7h 25m 04:30 Port Elizabeth Bus Station 11:55 Mthatha Station  Economy £26
Intercape 8h 10m 06:30 Port Elizabeth Bus Station 14:40 Mthatha Station  Economy £35
Eagle Liner 8h 10m 05:15 Port Elizabeth Bus Station 13:25 Mthatha Station  Economy £44
Intercity Xpress 7h 35m 05:15 Port Elizabeth Bus Station 12:50 Mthatha Station  Economy £48
Big Sky Intercity 8h 30m 19:25 Port Elizabeth Bus Station 03:55 Mthatha Station  Economy £59

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
APM 7h 25m 04:30 Port Elizabeth Bus Station 11:55 Mthatha Station  Economy £26
Intercape 8h 10m 06:30 Port Elizabeth Bus Station 14:40 Mthatha Station  Economy £38
Eagle Liner 8h 10m 05:15 Port Elizabeth Bus Station 13:25 Mthatha Station  Economy £44
Intercity Xpress 7h 35m 05:15 Port Elizabeth Bus Station 12:50 Mthatha Station  Economy £48
Big Sky Intercity 8h 30m 19:25 Port Elizabeth Bus Station 03:55 Mthatha Station  Economy £48

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
APM 7h 25m 04:30 Port Elizabeth Bus Station 11:55 Mthatha Station  Economy £26
Intercape 8h 25m 06:30 Port Elizabeth Bus Station 14:55 Mthatha Station  Economy £30
Big Sky Intercity 8h 15m 19:25 Port Elizabeth Bus Station 03:40 Mthatha Station  Economy £39
Eagle Liner 8h 10m 05:15 Port Elizabeth Bus Station 13:25 Mthatha Station  Economy £44
Intercity Xpress 7h 35m 05:15 Port Elizabeth Bus Station 12:50 Mthatha Station  Economy £45

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Intercape 8h 10m 06:30 Port Elizabeth Bus Station 14:40 Mthatha Station  Economy £25
APM 7h 25m 04:30 Port Elizabeth Bus Station 11:55 Mthatha Station  Economy £26
Eagle Liner 8h 30m 05:15 Port Elizabeth Eldo House 13:45 Mthatha Station  Economy £31
Intercity Xpress 7h 50m 05:15 Port Elizabeth Bus Station 13:05 Mthatha Station  Economy £45
Big Sky Intercity 8h 15m 19:25 Port Elizabeth Bus Station 03:40 Mthatha Station  Economy £50

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
APM 7h 25m 04:30 Port Elizabeth Bus Station 11:55 Mthatha Station  Economy £26
Intercape 8h 25m 06:30 Port Elizabeth Bus Station 14:55 Mthatha Station  Economy £26
Big Sky Intercity 8h 15m 19:25 Port Elizabeth Bus Station 03:40 Mthatha Station  Economy £29
Eagle Liner 8h 10m 05:15 Port Elizabeth Bus Station 13:25 Mthatha Station  Economy £44
Intercity Xpress 7h 35m 05:15 Port Elizabeth Bus Station 12:50 Mthatha Station  Economy £45

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Port Elizabeth to Mthatha is £19 on 15/06/2026. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.


Frequency of bus connections between Port Elizabeth and Mthatha

See here how frequent the connections between Port Elizabeth and Mthatha are, during different times and days of the week.
Monday is the busiest day, with more than 80 daily coaches from Port Elizabeth to Mthatha. Monday has instead the fewest connections, with only 80 daily coaches between Port Elizabeth and Mthatha.
The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 168 coaches from Port Elizabeth to Mthatha, while Afternoon sees the fewest connections between Port Elizabeth and Mthatha, with 112 offers.

Facts about coaches from Port Elizabeth to Mthatha

Compare all providers like Intercape, Intercity Xpress and Eagle Liner that travel 80 times every day by bus from Port Elizabeth to Mthatha in one click! Book your bus ticket from Port Elizabeth to Mthatha starting from £19!

Cheapest Bus £19
Fastest Bus 7h 5m
Earliest Coach 01:00
Latest Coach 19:55
Daily Bus Connections 80 Ø
Distance 397.1 km
Coach Companies Intercape, Intercity Xpress, Eagle Liner, Big Sky Intercity and APM

Cheapest coach connections from Port Elizabeth to Mthatha

Every day, 80 buses from 5 coach companies leave Port Elizabeth for Mthatha: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 18/06/2026 and for the following days.

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday 15/06
Tuesday 16/06
Wednesday 17/06
Thursday 18/06
£26
Friday 19/06
£26
Saturday 20/06
£26
Sunday 21/06
£26
Monday 22/06
£26
Tuesday 23/06
£25
Wednesday 24/06
£26
Thursday 25/06
£27
Friday 26/06
£21
Saturday 27/06
£22
Sunday 28/06
£27
Monday 29/06
£21
Tuesday 30/06
Wednesday 01/07
£29
Thursday 02/07
£29
Friday 03/07
£29
Saturday 04/07
£21
Sunday 05/07
£29
Monday 06/07
£29
Tuesday 07/07
£21
Wednesday 08/07
£33
Thursday 09/07
£29
Friday 10/07
£21
Saturday 11/07
£21
Sunday 12/07

The cheapest time to travel from Port Elizabeth to Mthatha

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Port Elizabeth to Mthatha, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from £21, Monday is the cheapest day for a coach from Port Elizabeth to Mthatha. Thursday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £26.
Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Port Elizabeth to Mthatha, with £21. Afternoon is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £47.

How to save money travelling from Port Elizabeth 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 Port Elizabeth 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 Port Elizabeth 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 Port Elizabeth to Mthatha are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Port Elizabeth and Mthatha

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

Service and Comfort on the bus from Port Elizabeth to Mthatha

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

FAQs about the Port Elizabeth to Mthatha bus

How much does a Port Elizabeth - Mthatha coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Port Elizabeth - Mthatha bus trip is available from £19 and takes 8h 10m. Compare offers and save money!

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

The connection Port Elizabeth to Mthatha is offered by 5 companies with ticket prices ranging from £19 to £80. 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 Port Elizabeth - Mthatha route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Port Elizabeth to Mthatha is offered by roughly 80 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Mthatha from Port Elizabeth take?

The quickest coach from Port Elizabeth to Mthatha is provided by Intercity Xpress and takes 7h 5m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £61. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Port Elizabeth to Mthatha?

The earliest bus to Mthatha departs from Port Elizabeth at 01:00. 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 Port Elizabeth to Mthatha?

The latest bus to Mthatha departs from Port Elizabeth at 19:55. 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 Port Elizabeth - Mthatha route?

Passengers looking to travel from Port Elizabeth to Mthatha can travel with Intercape, Intercity Xpress 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 Port Elizabeth and Mthatha?

You can check all the direct connections between Port Elizabeth 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, Intercity Xpress and Eagle Liner.

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

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 Port Elizabeth 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 Port Elizabeth 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 Port Elizabeth to Mthatha on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from Port Elizabeth 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 80 daily trips between Port Elizabeth 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 Port Elizabeth to Mthatha?

Prices and availability for 80 trips between Port Elizabeth 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 Port Elizabeth to Mthatha

Economy
Economy

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

More bus routes to Port Elizabeth and to Mthatha

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