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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | MOUNT FRERE | MTHATHA | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Total Garage, Steady Service Station (N2) | Intercape Office, King Edward Street (opposite Train Station) | Fastest | ||||
 | Bus | MOUNT FRERE | Circle Triangle Bus Rank - Mthatha | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Total Garage, Steady Service Station (N2) | Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2 | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Total Garage, Steady Service Station (N2) | Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2 | No tags |
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Get from Mount Frere to Mthatha
The journey takes about 1 hour 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just $24, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Mount Frere and Mthatha?
Stops in Mthatha
- A
Southridge Park - Shell Ultra City
Shell Ultra City, N2, Southridge Park, Mthatha, 5100, South Africa - B
Umtata Station
King Edward Street, opposite Train Station, Norwood, Mthatha, 5160, South Africa
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Mount Frere 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 Mount Frere to Mthatha?
The cheapest bus tickets from Mount Frere to Mthatha start from $24. 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 Mount Frere to Mthatha?
The average bus travel time from Mount Frere to Mthatha is 1h 40m, covering a distance of 79 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1h 5m and is operated by Intercape.
Which bus companies service the Mount Frere to Mthatha route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 29 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, Flexi City Connect.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Mount Frere to Mthatha?
The earliest bus departs from Mount Frere to Mthatha at 3:20am. And the latest bus departs at 10:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Mount Frere to Mthatha?
A bus trip from Mount Frere to Mthatha generates an estimated 2 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 Mount Frere 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 Mount Frere 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 Mount Frere 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 Mount Frere to Mthatha?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Citiliner, 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 Mount Frere to Mthatha was searched and found on Jan 12, 2026 with a price of $29To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Mount Frere to Mthatha, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $29 to $176 for a bus ticket from Mount Frere to Mthatha based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $29 which is on 2026-01-14.
Usually Intercity Xpress 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.
