Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Matatiele, BP Garage, 115 Main Street | Intercape Office, King Edward Street (opposite Train Station) | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Matatiele, BP Garage, 115 Main Street | Intercape Office, King Edward Street (opposite Train Station) | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Matatiele, BP Garage, 115 Main Street | Intercape Office, King Edward Street (opposite Train Station) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Matatiele, BP Garage, 115 Main Street | Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2 | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Matatiele, BP Garage, 115 Main Street | Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2 | No tags |
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Get from Matatiele to Mthatha
The journey takes about 4 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just $29, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Matatiele 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 Matatiele to Mthatha?
The cheapest bus tickets from Matatiele to Mthatha start from $29. The average price for this route is around $34. 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 Matatiele to Mthatha?
The average bus travel time from Matatiele to Mthatha is 4h 30m, covering a distance of 140 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 50m and is operated by APM WC.
Which bus companies service the Matatiele to Mthatha route?
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Matatiele to Mthatha?
The earliest bus departs from Matatiele to Mthatha at 9:15am. And the latest bus departs at 9:15am.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Matatiele to Mthatha?
A bus trip from Matatiele 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 Matatiele to Mthatha?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Intercape, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 43907 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Matatiele to Mthatha?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Intercape has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.2.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Matatiele to Mthatha?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Intercape, with a punctuality rating of 3.1 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Matatiele to Mthatha?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Intercape, 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.
The cheapest trip from Matatiele to Mthatha was searched and found on Nov 28, 2025 with a price of $28To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Matatiele to Mthatha, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $28 to $80 for a bus ticket from Matatiele to Mthatha based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $30 which is on 2025-12-02.
