What is the travel distance from Amanzimtoti to Mthatha?

The distance between Amanzimtoti and Mthatha is approximately 264 km (164 miles).

Bus Amanzimtoti to Mthatha from $30 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Amanzimtoti to Mthatha on November 19
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:05am	Amanzimtoti - Astron Energy, Ashgate Road	7h 40m	3:45pm	Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2	Cheapest
Bus	7:10am	Amanzimtoti (total Kingsway Service Station)	6h	1:10pm	Umtata Station	Fastest
Bus	5:20pm	Amanzimtoti - Astron Energy, Ashgate Road	6h 45m	12:05am	Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2	No tags
Bus	8:05am	Amanzimtoti - Astron Energy, Ashgate Road	7h 20m	3:25pm	Intercape Office, King Edward Street (opposite Train Station)	No tags
Bus	4:30pm	Amanzimtoti (total Kingsway Service Station)	7h 15m	11:45pm	Umtata Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 11:03 AM SAST.

Get from Amanzimtoti to Mthatha

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 6 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just $31, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5bus per day

6h 20mAverage Duration

264 kmDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

Compare bus companies

Intercity Xpress

3/510,955 reviews

Staff4

Timeliness2.6

Cleanliness3.8

Wifi1.1

According to the users, the bus service is appreciated for its cleanliness and comfortable seating. Additionally, passengers have noted that drivers are friendly and approachable. However, there were some instances of late arrivals which were acknowledged by an apology text from the company.

Intercity Xpress Amanzimtoti Mthatha recent customer reviews

It was clean but it arrived late from departure… but they did send an apology text

Nokuzola N.

April 21, 2025

Nice trip

Slindile D.

September 9, 2025

Well the bus is comfortable, drivers are friendly.

Lulama N.

July 8, 2025

Intercape

3.5/543,863 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.2

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi1.2

Based on 43863 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the WiFi. Intercape ticket prices on this trip start at $43

Intercape Mainliner Amanzimtoti Mthatha recent customer reviews

Wow intercape mainliner is the best bus ever no bad things about it all good things

Andile S.

May 2, 2024

Big Sky

3.5/53,004 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.2

Wifi1.5

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Amanzimtoti to Mthatha by bus

What is the travel distance from Amanzimtoti to Mthatha?
The distance between Amanzimtoti and Mthatha is approximately 264 km (164 miles).

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The cheapest trip from Amanzimtoti to Mthatha was searched and found on Nov 19, 2025 with a price of $30

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Amanzimtoti to Mthatha, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $30 to $47 for a bus ticket from Amanzimtoti to Mthatha based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $30 which is on 2025-11-19.