Bus Tickets from Jamestown, ZA to Mthatha

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: June 30 at
    Departure city: Jamestown
    Departure location: Skulpspruit Motors
    Arrival time: June 30 at
    Destination city: Mthatha
    Destination location: Umtata Station
    Operated by: Eagle LinerEagle Liner
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: June 30 at
    Departure city: Jamestown
    Departure location: Skulpspruit Motors
    Arrival time: June 30 at
    Destination city: Mthatha
    Destination location: Shell Ultra City
    Operated by: Eagle LinerEagle Liner
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: June 30 at
    Departure city: Jamestown
    Departure location: Jamestown - Skulpspruit Energy VP Garage (N6)
    Arrival time: June 30 at
    Destination city: Mthatha
    Destination location: Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2
    Operated by: Intercape Mainliner ExpressIntercape Mainliner Express
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: June 30 at
    Departure city: Jamestown
    Departure location: Jamestown - Skulpspruit Energy VP Garage (N6)
    Arrival time: June 30 at
    Destination city: Mthatha
    Destination location: Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2
    Operated by: Intercape BudgetlinerIntercape Budgetliner
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: June 30 at
    Departure city: Jamestown
    Departure location: Jamestown (Skulpspruit Garage)
    Arrival time: June 30 at
    Destination city: Mthatha
    Destination location: Mthatha (Ultra City) - Shell Ultra City, N2 Highway
    Operated by: Citiliner PlusCitiliner Plus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Bus Jamestown to Mthatha: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$34
Average Bus Trip Duration6h 5m
Number of daily buses8
Earliest bus departure2:15am
Distance195 km
Latest bus departure4:40am

Jamestown to Mthatha Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Jamestown, ZA - Mthatha

  1. What is the travel distance from Jamestown to Mthatha?

    Jamestown and Mthatha are 196 km (121 miles) apart.

  2. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Jamestown to Mthatha?

    Buses departing from Jamestown - Skulpspruit Energy VP Garage (N6) in Jamestown will take you to Southridge Park - Shell Ultra City in Mthatha.

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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
06-27
US$34
06-28
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06-30
US$26
07-01
US$30
07-02
US$24
07-03
US$24
07-04
US$27
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Jamestown to Mthatha was searched and found on Jul 2, 2025 with a price of US$24

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

You can expect to pay from US$24 to US$64 for a bus ticket from Jamestown to Mthatha based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$24 which is on 2025-07-02.

Usually MAINLINER EXPRESS will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

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One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

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