Bus Stellenbosch to Mthatha: Compare prices and save money

Compare all timetables for the bus from Stellenbosch to Mthatha

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

today

$56

tomorrow

$68

Sunday

$69

Monday

$69

Tuesday

$50

Wednesday

$63

Thursday

$53

Cheapest bus trips today
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Big Sky Intercity	21h 25m	6:30 AM	Stellenbosch	Bus Stop	3:55 AM	Mthatha	Station	Basic	$56	A Bus from Big Sky Intercity goes from Bus Stop, Stellenbosch (South Africa) at 12/5/2025 6:30:00 AM to Station, Mthatha (South Africa) arriving at 12/6/2025 3:55:00 AM. 50 Basic ticket for $56 per person are available. Travel duration is 21h 25m
Big Sky Intercity	21h 10m	6:30 AM	Stellenbosch	Bus Stop	3:40 AM	Mthatha	Shell Ultra City	Basic	$56	A Bus from Big Sky Intercity goes from Bus Stop, Stellenbosch (South Africa) at 12/5/2025 6:30:00 AM to Shell Ultra City, Mthatha (South Africa) arriving at 12/6/2025 3:40:00 AM. 50 Basic ticket for $56 per person are available. Travel duration is 21h 10m
Intercape	18h 50m	4:45 PM	Stellenbosch	Bus Stop	11:35 AM	Mthatha	Station	Basic	$56	A Bus from Intercape goes from Bus Stop, Stellenbosch (South Africa) at 12/5/2025 4:45:00 PM to Station, Mthatha (South Africa) arriving at 12/6/2025 11:35:00 AM. 50 Basic ticket for $56 per person are available. Travel duration is 18h 50m
Intercape	18h 30m	4:45 PM	Stellenbosch	Bus Stop	11:15 AM	Mthatha	Shell Ultra City	Basic	$56	A Bus from Intercape goes from Bus Stop, Stellenbosch (South Africa) at 12/5/2025 4:45:00 PM to Shell Ultra City, Mthatha (South Africa) arriving at 12/6/2025 11:15:00 AM. 50 Basic ticket for $56 per person are available. Travel duration is 18h 30m
Intercape	19h 10m	3:35 PM	Stellenbosch	Bus Stop	10:45 AM	Mthatha	Station	Basic	$59	A Bus from Intercape goes from Bus Stop, Stellenbosch (South Africa) at 12/5/2025 3:35:00 PM to Station, Mthatha (South Africa) arriving at 12/6/2025 10:45:00 AM. 50 Basic ticket for $59 per person are available. Travel duration is 19h 10m

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Intercape	19h 10m	3:35 PM	Stellenbosch	Merriman Laan	10:45 AM	Mthatha	Station	Economy	$68	A Bus from Intercape goes from Merriman Laan, Stellenbosch (South Africa) at 12/6/2025 3:35:00 PM to Station, Mthatha (South Africa) arriving at 12/7/2025 10:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $68 per person are available. Travel duration is 19h 10m
Intercape	18h 50m	4:45 PM	Stellenbosch	Merriman Laan	11:35 AM	Mthatha	Station	Economy	$68	A Bus from Intercape goes from Merriman Laan, Stellenbosch (South Africa) at 12/6/2025 4:45:00 PM to Station, Mthatha (South Africa) arriving at 12/7/2025 11:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $68 per person are available. Travel duration is 18h 50m
Intercape	18h 45m	3:35 PM	Stellenbosch	Merriman Laan	10:20 AM	Mthatha	Shell Ultra City	Economy	$68	A Bus from Intercape goes from Merriman Laan, Stellenbosch (South Africa) at 12/6/2025 3:35:00 PM to Shell Ultra City, Mthatha (South Africa) arriving at 12/7/2025 10:20:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $68 per person are available. Travel duration is 18h 45m
Intercape	18h 30m	4:45 PM	Stellenbosch	Merriman Laan	11:15 AM	Mthatha	Shell Ultra City	Economy	$68	A Bus from Intercape goes from Merriman Laan, Stellenbosch (South Africa) at 12/6/2025 4:45:00 PM to Shell Ultra City, Mthatha (South Africa) arriving at 12/7/2025 11:15:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $68 per person are available. Travel duration is 18h 30m
Intercape	21h 25m	6:30 AM	Stellenbosch	Merriman Laan	3:55 AM	Mthatha	Station	Economy	$70	A Bus from Intercape goes from Merriman Laan, Stellenbosch (South Africa) at 12/6/2025 6:30:00 AM to Station, Mthatha (South Africa) arriving at 12/7/2025 3:55:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $70 per person are available. Travel duration is 21h 25m

Cheapest bus trips Sunday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Intercape	20h 25m	6:30 PM	Stellenbosch	Bus Stop	2:55 PM	Mthatha	Station	Basic	$69	A Bus from Intercape goes from Bus Stop, Stellenbosch (South Africa) at 12/7/2025 6:30:00 PM to Station, Mthatha (South Africa) arriving at 12/8/2025 2:55:00 PM. 50 Basic ticket for $69 per person are available. Travel duration is 20h 25m
Intercape	20h 10m	6:30 PM	Stellenbosch	Bus Stop	2:40 PM	Mthatha	Shell Ultra City	Basic	$69	A Bus from Intercape goes from Bus Stop, Stellenbosch (South Africa) at 12/7/2025 6:30:00 PM to Shell Ultra City, Mthatha (South Africa) arriving at 12/8/2025 2:40:00 PM. 50 Basic ticket for $69 per person are available. Travel duration is 20h 10m
Intercape	19h 10m	3:35 PM	Stellenbosch	Bus Stop	10:45 AM	Mthatha	Station	Basic	$70	A Bus from Intercape goes from Bus Stop, Stellenbosch (South Africa) at 12/7/2025 3:35:00 PM to Station, Mthatha (South Africa) arriving at 12/8/2025 10:45:00 AM. 50 Basic ticket for $70 per person are available. Travel duration is 19h 10m
Big Sky Intercity	21h 25m	6:30 AM	Stellenbosch	Bus Stop	3:55 AM	Mthatha	Station	Basic	$74	A Bus from Big Sky Intercity goes from Bus Stop, Stellenbosch (South Africa) at 12/7/2025 6:30:00 AM to Station, Mthatha (South Africa) arriving at 12/8/2025 3:55:00 AM. 50 Basic ticket for $74 per person are available. Travel duration is 21h 25m
Big Sky Intercity	21h 10m	6:30 AM	Stellenbosch	Bus Stop	3:40 AM	Mthatha	Shell Ultra City	Basic	$74	A Bus from Big Sky Intercity goes from Bus Stop, Stellenbosch (South Africa) at 12/7/2025 6:30:00 AM to Shell Ultra City, Mthatha (South Africa) arriving at 12/8/2025 3:40:00 AM. 50 Basic ticket for $74 per person are available. Travel duration is 21h 10m

Cheapest bus trips Monday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Intercape	18h 45m	3:35 PM	Stellenbosch	Merriman Laan	10:20 AM	Mthatha	Shell Ultra City	Economy	$69	A Bus from Intercape goes from Merriman Laan, Stellenbosch (South Africa) at 12/8/2025 3:35:00 PM to Shell Ultra City, Mthatha (South Africa) arriving at 12/9/2025 10:20:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $69 per person are available. Travel duration is 18h 45m
Intercape	19h 10m	3:35 PM	Stellenbosch	Merriman Laan	10:45 AM	Mthatha	Station	Economy	$69	A Bus from Intercape goes from Merriman Laan, Stellenbosch (South Africa) at 12/8/2025 3:35:00 PM to Station, Mthatha (South Africa) arriving at 12/9/2025 10:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $69 per person are available. Travel duration is 19h 10m
Intercape	18h 30m	4:45 PM	Stellenbosch	Merriman Laan	11:15 AM	Mthatha	Shell Ultra City	Economy	$70	A Bus from Intercape goes from Merriman Laan, Stellenbosch (South Africa) at 12/8/2025 4:45:00 PM to Shell Ultra City, Mthatha (South Africa) arriving at 12/9/2025 11:15:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $70 per person are available. Travel duration is 18h 30m
Intercape	18h 50m	4:45 PM	Stellenbosch	Merriman Laan	11:35 AM	Mthatha	Station	Economy	$70	A Bus from Intercape goes from Merriman Laan, Stellenbosch (South Africa) at 12/8/2025 4:45:00 PM to Station, Mthatha (South Africa) arriving at 12/9/2025 11:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $70 per person are available. Travel duration is 18h 50m
Intercape	19h 40m	8:00 AM	Stellenbosch	Merriman Laan	3:40 AM	Mthatha	Shell Ultra City	Economy	$71	A Bus from Intercape goes from Merriman Laan, Stellenbosch (South Africa) at 12/8/2025 8:00:00 AM to Shell Ultra City, Mthatha (South Africa) arriving at 12/9/2025 3:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $71 per person are available. Travel duration is 19h 40m

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Intercape	19h 10m	3:35 PM	Stellenbosch	Merriman Laan	10:45 AM	Mthatha	Station	Economy	$50	A Bus from Intercape goes from Merriman Laan, Stellenbosch (South Africa) at 12/9/2025 3:35:00 PM to Station, Mthatha (South Africa) arriving at 12/10/2025 10:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $50 per person are available. Travel duration is 19h 10m
Intercape	18h 45m	3:35 PM	Stellenbosch	Merriman Laan	10:20 AM	Mthatha	Shell Ultra City	Economy	$50	A Bus from Intercape goes from Merriman Laan, Stellenbosch (South Africa) at 12/9/2025 3:35:00 PM to Shell Ultra City, Mthatha (South Africa) arriving at 12/10/2025 10:20:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $50 per person are available. Travel duration is 18h 45m
Intercape	20h 25m	6:30 PM	Stellenbosch	Merriman Laan	2:55 PM	Mthatha	Station	Economy	$56	A Bus from Intercape goes from Merriman Laan, Stellenbosch (South Africa) at 12/9/2025 6:30:00 PM to Station, Mthatha (South Africa) arriving at 12/10/2025 2:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $56 per person are available. Travel duration is 20h 25m
Intercape	20h 10m	6:30 PM	Stellenbosch	Merriman Laan	2:40 PM	Mthatha	Shell Ultra City	Economy	$56	A Bus from Intercape goes from Merriman Laan, Stellenbosch (South Africa) at 12/9/2025 6:30:00 PM to Shell Ultra City, Mthatha (South Africa) arriving at 12/10/2025 2:40:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $56 per person are available. Travel duration is 20h 10m
Intercape	18h 50m	4:45 PM	Stellenbosch	Merriman Laan	11:35 AM	Mthatha	Station	Economy	$61	A Bus from Intercape goes from Merriman Laan, Stellenbosch (South Africa) at 12/9/2025 4:45:00 PM to Station, Mthatha (South Africa) arriving at 12/10/2025 11:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $61 per person are available. Travel duration is 18h 50m

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Intercape	18h 50m	4:45 PM	Stellenbosch	Merriman Laan	11:35 AM	Mthatha	Station	Economy	$63	A Bus from Intercape goes from Merriman Laan, Stellenbosch (South Africa) at 12/10/2025 4:45:00 PM to Station, Mthatha (South Africa) arriving at 12/11/2025 11:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $63 per person are available. Travel duration is 18h 50m
Intercape	18h 30m	4:45 PM	Stellenbosch	Merriman Laan	11:15 AM	Mthatha	Shell Ultra City	Economy	$63	A Bus from Intercape goes from Merriman Laan, Stellenbosch (South Africa) at 12/10/2025 4:45:00 PM to Shell Ultra City, Mthatha (South Africa) arriving at 12/11/2025 11:15:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $63 per person are available. Travel duration is 18h 30m
Intercape	19h 10m	3:35 PM	Stellenbosch	Merriman Laan	10:45 AM	Mthatha	Station	Economy	$68	A Bus from Intercape goes from Merriman Laan, Stellenbosch (South Africa) at 12/10/2025 3:35:00 PM to Station, Mthatha (South Africa) arriving at 12/11/2025 10:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $68 per person are available. Travel duration is 19h 10m
Intercape	20h 25m	6:30 PM	Stellenbosch	Merriman Laan	2:55 PM	Mthatha	Station	Economy	$68	A Bus from Intercape goes from Merriman Laan, Stellenbosch (South Africa) at 12/10/2025 6:30:00 PM to Station, Mthatha (South Africa) arriving at 12/11/2025 2:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $68 per person are available. Travel duration is 20h 25m
Intercape	18h 45m	3:35 PM	Stellenbosch	Merriman Laan	10:20 AM	Mthatha	Shell Ultra City	Economy	$68	A Bus from Intercape goes from Merriman Laan, Stellenbosch (South Africa) at 12/10/2025 3:35:00 PM to Shell Ultra City, Mthatha (South Africa) arriving at 12/11/2025 10:20:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $68 per person are available. Travel duration is 18h 45m

Cheapest bus trips Thursday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Intercape	19h 10m	3:35 PM	Stellenbosch	Merriman Laan	10:45 AM	Mthatha	Station	Economy	$53	A Bus from Intercape goes from Merriman Laan, Stellenbosch (South Africa) at 12/11/2025 3:35:00 PM to Station, Mthatha (South Africa) arriving at 12/12/2025 10:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $53 per person are available. Travel duration is 19h 10m
Intercape	18h 50m	4:45 PM	Stellenbosch	Merriman Laan	11:35 AM	Mthatha	Station	Economy	$53	A Bus from Intercape goes from Merriman Laan, Stellenbosch (South Africa) at 12/11/2025 4:45:00 PM to Station, Mthatha (South Africa) arriving at 12/12/2025 11:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $53 per person are available. Travel duration is 18h 50m
Intercape	18h 45m	3:35 PM	Stellenbosch	Merriman Laan	10:20 AM	Mthatha	Shell Ultra City	Economy	$53	A Bus from Intercape goes from Merriman Laan, Stellenbosch (South Africa) at 12/11/2025 3:35:00 PM to Shell Ultra City, Mthatha (South Africa) arriving at 12/12/2025 10:20:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $53 per person are available. Travel duration is 18h 45m
Intercape	18h 30m	4:45 PM	Stellenbosch	Merriman Laan	11:15 AM	Mthatha	Shell Ultra City	Economy	$53	A Bus from Intercape goes from Merriman Laan, Stellenbosch (South Africa) at 12/11/2025 4:45:00 PM to Shell Ultra City, Mthatha (South Africa) arriving at 12/12/2025 11:15:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $53 per person are available. Travel duration is 18h 30m
Intercape	20h 25m	6:30 PM	Stellenbosch	Merriman Laan	2:55 PM	Mthatha	Station	Economy	$62	A Bus from Intercape goes from Merriman Laan, Stellenbosch (South Africa) at 12/11/2025 6:30:00 PM to Station, Mthatha (South Africa) arriving at 12/12/2025 2:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $62 per person are available. Travel duration is 20h 25m

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Stellenbosch to Mthatha is $47 on 12/4/2025. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.

Frequency of bus connections between Stellenbosch and Mthatha

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

Monday is the busiest day, with more than 24 daily buses from Stellenbosch to Mthatha. Sunday has instead the fewest connections, with only 12 daily coaches between Stellenbosch and Mthatha.

The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 70 buses from Stellenbosch to Mthatha, while Evening sees the fewest connections between Stellenbosch and Mthatha, with 24 offers.

Facts about the bus from Stellenbosch to Mthatha

Compare all providers like Intercape and Big Sky Intercity that travel 20 times every day by bus from Stellenbosch to Mthatha in one click! Book your bus ticket from Stellenbosch to Mthatha starting from $47!

Cheapest Bus	$47
Fastest Bus	16h 40m
Earliest Bus	6:30 AM
Latest Bus	6:30 PM
Daily Bus Routes	20 Ø
Distance	598.5 miles
Bus Companies	Intercape and Big Sky Intercity

Cheapest bus connections from Stellenbosch to Mthatha

Every day, 20 buses from 2 bus companies leave Stellenbosch 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

$71

Saturday 12/06

$68

Sunday 12/07

$69

Monday 12/08

$69

Tuesday 12/09

$50

Wednesday 12/10

$67

Thursday 12/11

$53

Friday 12/12

$74

Saturday 12/13

$71

Sunday 12/14

$71

Monday 12/15

Tuesday 12/16

$53

Wednesday 12/17

$71

Thursday 12/18

Friday 12/19

$74

Saturday 12/20

$65

Sunday 12/21

$53

Monday 12/22

$55

Tuesday 12/23

Wednesday 12/24

$50

Thursday 12/25

Friday 12/26

$47

Saturday 12/27

The cheapest time to travel from Stellenbosch to Mthatha

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

With a price starting from $47, Sunday is the cheapest day for a bus from Stellenbosch to Mthatha. Saturday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $65.

Afternoon is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Stellenbosch to Mthatha, with $50. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $56.

How to save money travelling from Stellenbosch 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 Stellenbosch 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 Stellenbosch 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 Stellenbosch to Mthatha are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Stellenbosch to Mthatha

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

Intercape from Stellenbosch to Mthatha

Here you will find the key facts about the Intercape bus route Stellenbosch to Mthatha:

Cheapest Price	$50
Fastest Bus	16h 40m
Earliest Bus	6:30 AM
Last Bus	6:30 PM
Daily Connections	18 Ø
Found on	12/5/2025

All bus stations and stops in Stellenbosch and Mthatha

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Stellenbosch and Mthatha.

Merriman Laan

Bus Stop

Merriman Ave 42

Shell Ultra City

Nelson Mandela Drive N2

Station

Nelson Mandela Drive 33

Chatam St. & Sutherland St.

Tembuland Gas Station

Momelezi Road 3

Service and Comfort on the bus from Stellenbosch to Mthatha

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

FAQs about the Stellenbosch to Mthatha bus

How much does a Stellenbosch Mthatha bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $47 and takes 19h 10m to reach Mthatha. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $47 and $107. 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 Stellenbosch to Mthatha each day?

Every day, the Stellenbosch to Mthatha bus route is served by approximately 20 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

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

The fastest bus from Stellenbosch to Mthatha is offered by Intercape and takes 16h 40m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $65. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Stellenbosch to Mthatha?

The earliest bus arriving in Mthatha from Stellenbosch starts at 6:30 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 Stellenbosch to Mthatha?

The latest bus trip departing from Stellenbosch for Mthatha starts at 6:30 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 Stellenbosch Mthatha route?

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

Is there a direct bus between Stellenbosch and Mthatha?

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

What can I take with me on the Stellenbosch 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 Stellenbosch 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 Stellenbosch 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 Stellenbosch to Mthatha on your planned travel date.

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

Basic

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

Economy

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

More bus routes to Stellenbosch and to Mthatha

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