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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, Big Sky Intercity or APM for the next days.

today
$20
tomorrow
$25
Sunday
$20
Monday
$26
Tuesday
$28
Wednesday
$29
Thursday
$25

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Intercape 6h 15m 1:15 AM Pietermaritzburg Burger St. Bus Station 7:30 AM Mthatha Station  Economy $20
City to City 5h 40m 1:00 AM Pietermaritzburg Burger St. Bus Station 6:40 AM Mthatha Station  Economy $25
Big Tree Coaches 7h 50m 1:30 AM Pietermaritzburg Burger St. Bus Station 9:20 AM Mthatha Station  Economy $30
Big Sky Intercity 5h 25m 11:25 PM Pietermaritzburg Burger St. Bus Station 4:50 AM Mthatha Station  Basic $30
Eagle Liner 6h 0m 1:10 AM Pietermaritzburg Burger St. Bus Station 7:10 AM Mthatha Station  Economy $40

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
City to City 5h 40m 1:00 AM Pietermaritzburg Burger St. Bus Station 6:40 AM Mthatha Station  Economy $25
Intercape 6h 15m 1:15 AM Pietermaritzburg Burger St. Bus Station 7:30 AM Mthatha Station  Economy $26
Big Sky Intercity 5h 40m 5:10 PM Pietermaritzburg Burger St. Bus Station 10:50 PM Mthatha Station  Economy $26
Big Tree Coaches 7h 50m 1:30 AM Pietermaritzburg Burger St. Bus Station 9:20 AM Mthatha Station  Economy $35
Eagle Liner 6h 0m 1:10 AM Pietermaritzburg Burger St. Bus Station 7:10 AM Mthatha Station  Economy $40

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Intercape 6h 15m 1:15 AM Pietermaritzburg Burger St. Bus Station 7:30 AM Mthatha Station  Economy $20
City to City 5h 40m 1:00 AM Pietermaritzburg Burger St. Bus Station 6:40 AM Mthatha Station  Economy $33
Eagle Liner 6h 15m 1:10 AM Pietermaritzburg Burger St. Bus Station 7:25 AM Mthatha Station  Economy $40
Delta Coaches 7h 30m 1:30 AM Pietermaritzburg Burger St. Bus Station 9:00 AM Mthatha Station  Economy $42
Greyhound South Africa 6h 0m 11:50 PM Pietermaritzburg Burger St. Bus Station 5:50 AM Mthatha Station  Economy $44

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Intercape 6h 45m 8:25 AM Pietermaritzburg Burger St. Bus Station 3:10 PM Mthatha Shell Ultra City  Economy $26
Big Tree Coaches 7h 50m 1:30 AM Pietermaritzburg Burger St. Bus Station 9:20 AM Mthatha Station  Economy $30
Delta Coaches 7h 30m 1:30 AM Pietermaritzburg Burger St. Bus Station 9:00 AM Mthatha Station  Economy $42
APM 6h 20m 2:10 AM Pietermaritzburg Burger St. Bus Station 8:30 AM Mthatha Station  Economy $47
Eagle Liner 6h 0m 1:10 AM Pietermaritzburg Burger St. Bus Station 7:10 AM Mthatha Station  Economy $54

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Intercape 5h 25m 11:25 PM Pietermaritzburg Burger St. Bus Station 4:50 AM Mthatha Station  Economy $28
Eagle Liner 6h 15m 1:10 AM Pietermaritzburg Burger St. Bus Station 7:25 AM Mthatha Station  Economy $40
Delta Coaches 7h 30m 1:30 AM Pietermaritzburg Burger St. Bus Station 9:00 AM Mthatha Station  Economy $42
Greyhound South Africa 6h 0m 11:50 PM Pietermaritzburg Burger St. Bus Station 5:50 AM Mthatha Station  Economy $46
APM 6h 20m 2:10 AM Pietermaritzburg Burger St. Bus Station 8:30 AM Mthatha Station  Economy $47

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Intercape 6h 35m 1:15 AM Pietermaritzburg Burger St. Bus Station 7:50 AM Mthatha Shell Ultra City  Basic $29
Big Tree Coaches 7h 50m 1:30 AM Pietermaritzburg Burger St. Bus Station 9:20 AM Mthatha Chatam St. & Sutherland St.  Economy $34
Big Sky Intercity 5h 55m 5:10 PM Pietermaritzburg Burger St. Bus Station 11:05 PM Mthatha Shell Ultra City  Basic $35
Eagle Liner 6h 15m 1:10 AM Pietermaritzburg Burger St. Bus Station 7:25 AM Mthatha Station  Economy $40
Delta Coaches 7h 30m 1:30 AM Pietermaritzburg Burger St. Bus Station 9:00 AM Mthatha Station  Economy $42

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
City to City 5h 40m 1:00 AM Pietermaritzburg Burger St. Bus Station 6:40 AM Mthatha Station  Economy $25
Intercape 6h 15m 1:15 AM Pietermaritzburg Burger St. Bus Station 7:30 AM Mthatha Station  Economy $26
Eagle Liner 6h 0m 1:10 AM Pietermaritzburg Burger St. Bus Station 7:10 AM Mthatha Station  Economy $40
Delta Coaches 7h 30m 1:30 AM Pietermaritzburg Burger St. Bus Station 9:00 AM Mthatha Station  Economy $42
Citiliner 6h 0m 1:50 AM Pietermaritzburg Burger St. Bus Station 7:50 AM Mthatha Station  Economy $43

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Pietermaritzburg to Mthatha is $20 on 11/30/2025. Flexible travelers 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.
Saturday is the busiest day, with more than 72 daily buses from Pietermaritzburg to Mthatha. Thursday has instead the fewest connections, with only 46 daily coaches between Pietermaritzburg and Mthatha.
The busiest time of the day is the Night, with 251 buses from Pietermaritzburg to Mthatha, while Morning sees the fewest connections between Pietermaritzburg and Mthatha, with 40 offers.

Facts about the bus from Pietermaritzburg to Mthatha

Compare all providers like Intercape, Big Sky Intercity and APM that travel 65 times every day by bus from Pietermaritzburg to Mthatha in one click! Book your bus ticket from Pietermaritzburg to Mthatha starting from $20!

Cheapest Bus $20
Fastest Bus 5h 25m
Earliest Bus 12:45 AM
Latest Bus 11:50 PM
Daily Bus Routes 65 Ø
Distance 166.5 miles
Bus Companies Intercape, Big Sky Intercity, APM, Delta Coaches, Eagle Liner, Intercity Xpress, City to City, Citiliner, Greyhound South Africa and Big Tree Coaches

Cheapest bus connections from Pietermaritzburg to Mthatha

Every day, 65 buses from 10 bus companies leave Pietermaritzburg for Mthatha: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 12/05/2025 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 11/30
Monday 12/01
Tuesday 12/02
Wednesday 12/03
Thursday 12/04
Friday 12/05
$20
Saturday 12/06
$29
Sunday 12/07
$28
Monday 12/08
$26
Tuesday 12/09
$34
Wednesday 12/10
$36
Thursday 12/11
$25
Friday 12/12
$32
Saturday 12/13
$33
Sunday 12/14
$34
Monday 12/15
$33
Tuesday 12/16
$42
Wednesday 12/17
$30
Thursday 12/18
$30
Friday 12/19
$25
Saturday 12/20
$37
Sunday 12/21
$34
Monday 12/22
$32
Tuesday 12/23
$30
Wednesday 12/24
$26
Thursday 12/25
Friday 12/26
$26
Saturday 12/27

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 $20, Sunday is the cheapest day for a bus from Pietermaritzburg to Mthatha. Tuesday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $28.
Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Pietermaritzburg to Mthatha, with $20. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $26.

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 buses from Pietermaritzburg to Mthatha are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Pietermaritzburg to Mthatha

These are the most booked bus companies between Pietermaritzburg to Mthatha from our users.

All bus stations and stops in Pietermaritzburg and Mthatha

In the map below, you can see where to find all 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 buses 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 bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $20 and takes 6h 15m to reach Mthatha. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 10 companies with a range of ticket prices between $20 and $90. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Mthatha.

On average, how many connections are available from Pietermaritzburg to Mthatha each day?

Every day, the Pietermaritzburg to Mthatha bus route is served by approximately 65 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Pietermaritzburg to Mthatha take?

The fastest bus from Pietermaritzburg to Mthatha is offered by Big Sky Intercity and takes 5h 25m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $36. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Pietermaritzburg to Mthatha?

The earliest bus arriving in Mthatha from Pietermaritzburg starts at 12:45 AM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last bus from Pietermaritzburg to Mthatha?

The latest bus trip departing from Pietermaritzburg for Mthatha starts at 11:50 PM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Pietermaritzburg Mthatha route?

When traveling by bus from Pietermaritzburg to Mthatha, passengers can travel with Intercape, Big Sky Intercity and APM. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works 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, Big Sky Intercity and APM.

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

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 Pietermaritzburg Mthatha bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus 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 traveling 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.

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

Basic
Basic

Name referring to the typical seat you will find with companies that don’t distinguish between different classes.

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

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

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