Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Umtata Station | Laingsburg (Shell Ultra City) | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Circle Triangle Bus Rank - Mthatha | LAINGSBURG | Fastest | ||||
 | Bus | Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2 | Laingsburg - Shell Ultra City, Voortrekker Street (Whistle Shop) | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2 | Laingsburg - Shell Ultra City, Voortrekker Street (Whistle Shop) | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Shell Ultra City | Laingsburg (Shell Ultra City) | No tags |
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Get from Mthatha to Laingsburg
The journey takes about 12 hours 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just $29, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Mthatha and Laingsburg?
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
Stops in Laingsburg
- A
Laingsburg - Shell Ultra City, Voortrekker Street (Whistle Shop)
Shell Ultra City, 9 N1, Voortrekker Street (whistle shop), Laingsburg, 6900, South Africa
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Mthatha to Laingsburg 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 Mthatha to Laingsburg?
The cheapest bus tickets from Mthatha to Laingsburg start from $29. The average price for this route is around $68. 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 Mthatha to Laingsburg?
The average bus travel time from Mthatha to Laingsburg is 12h 45m, covering a distance of 765 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 10h 45m and is operated by Makalala Transport.
Which bus companies service the Mthatha to Laingsburg route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 18 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, APM WC, Eagle Liner, Big Sky, Badela, Makalala Transport, Gxaweni, Flexi City Connect, Nobles.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Mthatha to Laingsburg?
The earliest bus departs from Mthatha to Laingsburg at 12:00pm. And the latest bus departs at 5:00pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Mthatha to Laingsburg?
A bus trip from Mthatha to Laingsburg generates an estimated 19 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 Mthatha to Laingsburg?
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 45204 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Mthatha to Laingsburg?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Badela has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.0.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Mthatha to Laingsburg?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Big Sky, with a punctuality rating of 3.3 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Mthatha to Laingsburg?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Big Sky, with a cleanliness rating of 4.2 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 Mthatha to Laingsburg was searched and found on Jan 5, 2026 with a price of $65To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Mthatha to Laingsburg, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $65 to $169 for a bus ticket from Mthatha to Laingsburg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $71 which is on 2026-01-06.
