Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Sasol Garage, Cnr Samora Machel & Bell Street | Maputo - Intercape Office, 25 De Setembro no. 1129 r/c | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Sasol Garage, Cnr Samora Machel & Bell Street | Maputo - Intercape Office, 25 De Setembro no. 1129 r/c | Fastest | ||||
 | Bus | Nelspruit - Intercape Office, 15 Samora Machel Drive | Maputo - Intercape Office, 25 De Setembro no. 1129 r/c | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Nelspruit - Intercape Office, 15 Samora Machel Drive | Maputo - Intercape Office, 25 De Setembro no. 1129 r/c | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Nelspruit - Intercape Office, 15 Samora Machel Drive | Maputo - Intercape Office, 25 De Setembro no. 1129 r/c | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 7:17 PM SAST.
Get from Mbombela to Maputo
The journey takes about 5 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just $27, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Mbombela and Maputo?
Stops in Mbombela
- A
Nelspruit - Intercape Office, 15 Samora Machel Drive
Intercape Office,, Opposite Promanade Hotel, 15 Samora Machel Drive, Nelspruit Central, Nelspruit, 1201, South Africa - B
Nelspruit Evening
Total Super Motors, 4 Samora Machel Dr, Nelspruit, 1201, South Africa
Stops in Maputo
- A909 Av. 24 de Julho, Maputo, Mozambique
- B
Maputo - Intercape Office, 25 De Setembro no. 1129 r/c
Intercape Office, 25 De Setembro no. 1129 r/c, Maputo, Mozambique
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Mbombela to Maputo 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 Mbombela to Maputo?
The cheapest bus tickets from Mbombela to Maputo start from $27. The average price for this route is around $51. 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 Mbombela to Maputo?
The average bus travel time from Mbombela to Maputo is 5h 20m, covering a distance of 170 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 4h 45m and is operated by Intercape.
Which bus companies service the Mbombela to Maputo route?
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Mbombela to Maputo?
The earliest bus departs from Mbombela to Maputo at 12:00am. And the latest bus departs at 7:00pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Mbombela to Maputo?
A bus trip from Mbombela to Maputo generates an estimated 4 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 Mbombela to Maputo?
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 Mbombela to Maputo?
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 Mbombela to Maputo?
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 Mbombela to Maputo?
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 Mbombela to Maputo was searched and found on Dec 3, 2025 with a price of $23To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Mbombela to Maputo, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $23 to $98 for a bus ticket from Mbombela to Maputo based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $23 which is on 2025-12-03.
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.
