Next departures for Mthatha to Paarl on January 10
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Umtata Station
Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street
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Shell Ultra City
Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street
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Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2
Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street
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Shell Ultra City
Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street
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Umtata (Shell Ultra City)
Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street
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Next departures for Mthatha to Paarl on January 11
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Umtata Station
Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street
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Circle Triangle Bus Rank - Mthatha
PAARL
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Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2
Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street
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Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2
Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street
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MTHATHA (RAILWAY) - Mthatha Railway Station,King Edward Street
PAARL - Shell Garage, 25 Main Rd, Southern Paarl
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Next departures for Mthatha to Paarl on January 12
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Umtata Station
Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street
Cheapest
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Circle Triangle Bus Rank - Mthatha
PAARL
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Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2
Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street
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Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2
Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street
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MTHATHA (RAILWAY) - Mthatha Railway Station,King Edward Street
PAARL - Shell Garage, 25 Main Rd, Southern Paarl
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Next departures for Mthatha to Paarl on January 13
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Umtata Station
Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street
Cheapest
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Circle Triangle Bus Rank - Mthatha
PAARL
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Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2
Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street
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Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2
Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street
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MTHATHA (RAILWAY) - Mthatha Railway Station,King Edward Street
PAARL - Shell Garage, 25 Main Rd, Southern Paarl
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Next departures for Mthatha to Paarl on January 14
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Umtata Station
Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street
Cheapest
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Circle Triangle Bus Rank - Mthatha
PAARL
Fastest
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Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2
Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street
No tags
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Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2
Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street
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MTHATHA (RAILWAY) - Mthatha Railway Station,King Edward Street
PAARL - Shell Garage, 25 Main Rd, Southern Paarl
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Next departures for Mthatha to Paarl on January 15
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Shell Ultra City
Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street
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Circle Triangle Bus Rank - Mthatha
PAARL
Fastest
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Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2
Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street
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Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2
Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street
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MTHATHA (RAILWAY) - Mthatha Railway Station,King Edward Street
PAARL - Shell Garage, 25 Main Rd, Southern Paarl
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Compare 2 ways to go from Mthatha to Paarl
We recommend taking the shuttle
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Shuttle stands out as a good way to reach Paarl. The journey takes about 20 hours 15 minutes, and with fares starting at just $49, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Users have expressed positive feedback about the service, highlighting their overall satisfaction. However, there were some concerns regarding punctuality as one user mentioned that while the bus departed early, it arrived late at its destination.
This time around I had a bad experience, bus was late and it had a smelly toilet through out I'm not happy with mainliner even though the driver did make means for the smell to go away but it's not nice being in a 18hours drive while there is a smell
1 out of 5 stars
Thandiwe T.
Not a mainliner bus, bus broke down 2 times...bad attitude of driver, countless delays...please Intercape needs to service its buses
1 out of 5 stars
Mawande N.
The bus was early from the departure time but late on arrival at as I was late at work
Users have shared that the service was generally satisfactory, with some expressing surprise at having to pay for luggage. However, there were concerns about seat size being too small during their journey.
APMWC Mthatha Paarl recent customer reviews
Buses are the best, but the drivers they open the aircon from mthatha to paarl even after we ask him to switch it off they are so rude
1 out of 5 stars
Loyiso N.
We were shocked that we had to pay for our luggage but the service was kind of great i can't complain.
Users report that the bus service is punctual and offers a comfortable travel experience. However, some have noted the absence of heating on board, which could be an issue during colder weather. Overall, passengers seem satisfied with their journeys due to timely arrivals and comfort levels provided by this service.
Eagle Liner Mthatha Paarl recent customer reviews
No pantuality, though the bus was late we had to wait for more than 30 minutes because the bus that was going to Johannesburg left two passengers at the bus station then the driver took them to shell ultra city so as to get to johannesburg bus but the Cape town driver was calling the other bus and we waited longer than we had waited. Please train your staff on how to treat passengers. It was disappointing they can't even apologize when need arises.
Based on 11853 reviews, the company was rated 3.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the WiFi. Intercity Xpress ticket prices on this trip start at $45
Based on 3344 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. Big Sky ticket prices on this trip start at $49
Based on 274 reviews, the company was rated 3.4 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the departure location but often complained with the WiFi. Badela ticket prices on this trip start at $47
Based on 299 reviews, the company was rated 2.6 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the WiFi. Jobela Star ticket prices on this trip start at $41
Based on 235 reviews, the company was rated 3 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the cleanliness but often complained with the WiFi. Makalala Transport ticket prices on this trip start at $38
Makalala Transport Mthatha Paarl recent customer reviews
I didn’t not , the bus was late and we were given a lift to Komani from Mtata around 2 . They told us that the bus is waiting for us at komani all to find out the bus is gonna come 21:30 after waiting for 5 hours outside.
1 out of 5 stars
Vuyokazi N.
It was very good the service I got was excellent ❤️
Based on 106 reviews, the company was rated 2 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the value for money but often complained with the WiFi. Gxaweni ticket prices on this trip start at $34
Based on 165 reviews, the company was rated 2.3 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the cleanliness but often complained with the WiFi. Flexi City Connect ticket prices on this trip start at $35
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Mthatha to Paarl 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 Paarl?
The cheapest bus tickets from Mthatha to Paarl start from $29. The average price for this route is around $65. 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 Paarl?
The average bus travel time from Mthatha to Paarl is 16h 10m, covering a distance of 945 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 13h 40m and is operated by Badela.
Which bus companies service the Mthatha to Paarl route?
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Mthatha to Paarl?
The earliest bus departs from Mthatha to Paarl at 12:25am. And the latest bus departs at 11:45pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Mthatha to Paarl?
A bus trip from Mthatha to Paarl generates an estimated 24 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 Paarl?
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 Paarl?
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 Paarl?
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 Paarl?
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
01-07
$85
01-08
$121
Today
$90
01-10
$89
01-11
$71
01-12
$71
01-13
$71
01-14
$71
The cheapest trip from Mthatha to Paarl was searched and found on Jan 11, 2026 with a price of $71
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Mthatha to Paarl, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $71 to $171 for a bus ticket from Mthatha to Paarl based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $71 which is on 2026-01-11.
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.
The cheapest trip from Mthatha to Paarl was searched and found on Jan 11, 2026 with a price of $71
