How much is the bus ticket from Kokstad to Mthatha?

The cheapest bus tickets from Kokstad to Mthatha start from $31. The average price for this route is around $45. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Kokstad to Mthatha?

The average bus travel time from Kokstad to Mthatha is 3h 5m, covering a distance of 130 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 2h 10m and is operated by APM WC .

Which bus companies service the Kokstad to Mthatha route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 30 buses available per day, including services from Intercape , Big Sky , Intercity Xpress , APM WC , Eagle Liner , Delta Coaches , Citiliner , Big Tree , Luvalo Brothers Transport , Greyhound South Africa .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Kokstad to Mthatha?

The earliest bus departs from Kokstad to Mthatha at 2:05am. And the latest bus departs at 9:20pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Kokstad to Mthatha?

A bus trip from Kokstad to Mthatha generates an estimated 3 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Kokstad to Mthatha?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Luvalo Brothers Transport , with an average rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars based on 64 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Kokstad to Mthatha?

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Luvalo Brothers Transport has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.1.

Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Kokstad to Mthatha?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Luvalo Brothers Transport , with a punctuality rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Kokstad to Mthatha?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Big Sky , with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Bus Kokstad to Mthatha from $27 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Kokstad to Mthatha on January 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:15am	Shell Garage, 14 Hope St.	2h 10m	12:25pm	Umtata Station	CheapestFastest
Bus	6:00am	KOKSTAD	2h 45m	8:45am	MTHATHA	No tags
Bus	6:45am	KOKSTAD	2h 35m	9:20am	Circle Triangle Bus Rank - Mthatha	No tags
Bus	2:05am	Engen (Mount Currie Inn), Kokstad	3h 5m	5:10am	Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2	No tags
Bus	4:30am	Engen (Mount Currie Inn), Kokstad	3h 10m	7:40am	Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2	No tags

Next departures for Kokstad to Mthatha on January 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	6:00am	KOKSTAD	2h 45m	8:45am	MTHATHA	Cheapest
Bus	8:30pm	Engen (Mount Currie Inn), Kokstad	2h 20m	10:50pm	Intercape Office, King Edward Street (opposite Train Station)	Fastest
Bus	2:05am	Engen (Mount Currie Inn), Kokstad	3h 5m	5:10am	Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2	No tags
Bus	4:30am	Engen (Mount Currie Inn), Kokstad	3h 10m	7:40am	Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2	No tags
Bus	4:40am	Engen Mount Currie	4h 35m	9:15am	Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2	No tags

Next departures for Kokstad to Mthatha on January 19
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	4:40am	Engen Mount Currie	4h 35m	9:15am	Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2	Cheapest
Bus	10:15am	Shell Garage, 14 Hope St.	2h 10m	12:25pm	Umtata Station	Fastest
Bus	6:45am	KOKSTAD	2h 35m	9:20am	Circle Triangle Bus Rank - Mthatha	No tags
Bus	4:40am	Engen (Mount Currie Inn), Kokstad	3h 10m	7:50am	Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2	No tags
Bus	8:30pm	Engen (Mount Currie Inn), Kokstad	2h 35m	11:05pm	Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2	No tags

Next departures for Kokstad to Mthatha on January 20
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	4:40am	Engen (Mount Currie Inn), Kokstad	3h 10m	7:50am	Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2	Cheapest
Bus	10:15am	Shell Garage, 14 Hope St.	2h 10m	12:25pm	Umtata Station	Fastest
Bus	4:40am	Engen (Mount Currie Inn), Kokstad	3h 10m	7:50am	Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2	No tags
Bus	8:30pm	Engen (Mount Currie Inn), Kokstad	2h 35m	11:05pm	Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2	No tags
Bus	4:40am	Engen Mount Currie	4h 35m	9:15am	Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 1:03 PM SAST.

Get from Kokstad to Mthatha

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 3 hours 5 minutes, and with fares starting at just $31, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

30bus per day

3h 5mAverage Duration

130 kmDistance

3kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Kokstad and Mthatha?

Stops in Kokstad

A
Kokstad
Wimpy Bar, R56, Kokstad, South Africa
Map

Stops in Mthatha

A
Southridge Park - Shell Ultra City
Shell Ultra City, N2, Southridge Park, Mthatha, 5100, South Africa
Visit page Map
B
Umtata Station
King Edward Street, opposite Train Station, Norwood, Mthatha, 5160, South Africa
Map

Compare bus companies

Intercape

3.5/545,655 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi1.2

Based on 45655 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 $36

Intercape Mainliner Kokstad Mthatha recent customer reviews

The bus delayed by 2 hours, no explanation or an apology. I ended up missing my flight to Johannesburg as a result. I am very disappointed.

Neziswa M.

October 30, 2023

It left me I was a minute late due to traffic

Aloyiswa D.

September 19, 2025

Big Sky

3.5/53,398 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi1.5

Intercity Xpress

3/511,960 reviews

Staff4

Timeliness2.6

Cleanliness3.8

Wifi1.2

APM WC

2/53,080 reviews

Staff2.7

Timeliness1.2

Cleanliness2.8

Wifi0.5

Eagle Liner

3/511,118 reviews

Staff3.7

Timeliness2.4

Cleanliness3.6

Wifi0.8

Delta Coaches

1.5/54,103 reviews

Staff1.9

Timeliness0.8

Cleanliness1.9

Wifi0.3

Citiliner

3.5/52,104 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi1.6

Big Tree

2.5/5121 reviews

Staff3.5

Timeliness2.1

Cleanliness3.6

Wifi0.5

Luvalo Brothers Transport

4/564 reviews

Staff3.8

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness3.9

Wifi2.2

Greyhound South Africa

3/59,387 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4

Wifi1.3

ZA bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Kokstad to Mthatha by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Kokstad to Mthatha?
The cheapest bus tickets from Kokstad to Mthatha start from $31. The average price for this route is around $45. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Kokstad to Mthatha?
The average bus travel time from Kokstad to Mthatha is 3h 5m, covering a distance of 130 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 2h 10m and is operated by APM WC.
Which bus companies service the Kokstad to Mthatha route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 30 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Big Sky, Intercity Xpress, APM WC, Eagle Liner, Delta Coaches, Citiliner, Big Tree, Luvalo Brothers Transport, Greyhound South Africa.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Kokstad to Mthatha?
The earliest bus departs from Kokstad to Mthatha at 2:05am. And the latest bus departs at 9:20pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Kokstad to Mthatha?
A bus trip from Kokstad to Mthatha generates an estimated 3 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Kokstad to Mthatha?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Luvalo Brothers Transport, with an average rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars based on 64 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Kokstad to Mthatha?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Luvalo Brothers Transport has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.1.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Kokstad to Mthatha?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Luvalo Brothers Transport, with a punctuality rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Kokstad to Mthatha?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Big Sky, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

01-13

$34

01-14

$27

Today

$92

01-16

$27

01-17

$29

01-18

No data

01-19

$31

01-20

$31

The cheapest trip from Kokstad to Mthatha was searched and found on Jan 16, 2026 with a price of $27

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

You can expect to pay from $27 to $105 for a bus ticket from Kokstad to Mthatha based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $27 which is on 2026-01-16.

Usually Intercape 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.