How far is Mthatha from Somerset West?

Mthatha and Somerset West are 970 km (602 miles) apart.

What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Mthatha to Somerset West?

Buses departing from Southridge Park - Shell Ultra City in Mthatha will take you to Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2) in Somerset West.

Bus Mthatha to Somerset West from $32 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Mthatha to Somerset West on November 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	2:30pm	Umtata (Shell Ultra City)	17h	7:30am	Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)	CheapestFastest
Bus	11:20am	Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2	18h 35m	5:55am	Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)	No tags
Bus	11:25pm	Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2	19h 55m	7:20pm	Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)	No tags
Bus	11:20am	Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2	18h 35m	5:55am	Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)	No tags
Bus	11:25pm	Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2	19h 55m	7:20pm	Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)	No tags

Next departures for Mthatha to Somerset West on November 19
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	2:30pm	Umtata (Shell Ultra City)	17h	7:30am	Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)	CheapestFastest
Bus	11:20am	Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2	18h 35m	5:55am	Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)	No tags
Bus	11:25pm	Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2	19h 55m	7:20pm	Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)	No tags
Bus	11:20am	Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2	18h 35m	5:55am	Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)	No tags
Bus	11:25pm	Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2	19h 55m	7:20pm	Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)	No tags

Next departures for Mthatha to Somerset West on November 21
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:20am	Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2	18h 35m	5:55am	Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)	Cheapest
Bus	2:30pm	Umtata (Shell Ultra City)	17h	7:30am	Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)	Fastest
Bus	11:20am	Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2	18h 35m	5:55am	Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)	No tags
Bus	11:25pm	Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2	19h 55m	7:20pm	Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)	No tags
Bus	11:20am	Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2	18h 35m	5:55am	Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)	No tags

Next departures for Mthatha to Somerset West on November 22
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:25pm	Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2	19h 55m	7:20pm	Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)	Cheapest
Bus	2:30pm	Umtata (Shell Ultra City)	17h	7:30am	Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)	Fastest
Bus	11:20am	Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2	18h 35m	5:55am	Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)	No tags
Bus	11:25pm	Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2	19h 55m	7:20pm	Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)	No tags
Bus	11:20am	Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2	18h 35m	5:55am	Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)	No tags

Next departures for Mthatha to Somerset West on November 23
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:20am	Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2	18h 35m	5:55am	Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)	Cheapest
Bus	2:30pm	Umtata (Shell Ultra City)	17h	7:30am	Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)	Fastest
Bus	11:20am	Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2	18h 35m	5:55am	Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)	No tags
Bus	11:25pm	Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2	19h 55m	7:20pm	Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)	No tags
Bus	11:20am	Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2	18h 35m	5:55am	Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 1:23 PM SAST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Mthatha to Somerset West

We recommend taking the shuttle

Among the sustainable travel choices, the shuttle stands out as a good way to reach Somerset West. The journey takes about 16 hours, and with fares starting at just $61, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2shuttle per day

16hAverage Duration

966 kmDistance

30kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$35 - $177	Average Duration19h 10m	CO₂ emissions 24kg CO₂e
Shuttle	Average Price$61 - $119	Average Duration16h	CO₂ emissions 30kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

Intercape

3.5/543,850 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.2

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi1.2

According to 12 reviews, Intercape received a 3-star rating for this journey. Travellers were especially satisfied with the power outlets and the staff, but some complained about the timeliness. Intercape ticket prices on this trip start at $48

Intercape Mainliner Mthatha Somerset West recent customer reviews

I didn't enjoy at all, firstly I got to the bus and the was no seat for me. Secondly I'm disappointed with intercape how can bus delayed with four hours and now I'm still sitting in the bus I don't know for how long am I gonna get home.

Zolani M.

September 23, 2023

The bus arrived late, i was suppose to arrive in cape Town somerset west at 8:35 but i arrived at 11:15

Tulli B.

May 28, 2023

The staff didn't communicate with the passengers like they didn't even tell us what is the next stop so as passengers we had to go around asking them where are we now and what's the next stop..we different it's not like we know all of these cities or go to them all the time.

Zanoxolo M.

April 27, 2019

Big Sky

3.5/53,003 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.2

Wifi1.5

Based on 3003 reviews, the company was rated 3.6 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 $47

Big Sky Mthatha Somerset West recent customer reviews

Bus was very late , arrived more than 30 min late in Mtata …then on our destination I was supposed to arrive 7:20pm but it arrived just before 10pm imagine

Zanele M.

October 1, 2025

APM WC

2/52,713 reviews

Staff2.7

Timeliness1.1

Cleanliness2.7

Wifi0.5

Based on 2713 reviews, the company was rated 2 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the cleanliness but often complained with the WiFi. APM WC ticket prices on this trip start at $35

APMWC Mthatha Somerset West recent customer reviews

Waited for 7 hours for the bus to arrive and on the way the bus ran out of fuel and had to wait another 6 hours... Terrible experience ever

Noluthando X.

July 22, 2024

Service is very poor. Bus delayed for six hours. And did not even arrive to the final destination. It was impounded for being unroadworthy.

Vukile Y.

July 22, 2024

It was very bad.the bus was old and very cold.it didn't even arrive on time.we were suppose to leave at 14.30 we waited for it and it arrived 2 hours later. I'm very upset and disappointed 😥

Bomikazi S.

July 8, 2024

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Where are the popular stops in Mthatha and Somerset West?

Stops in Mthatha

A - Southridge Park - Shell Ultra City

B - Umtata Station

Stops in Somerset West

A - Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Mthatha to Somerset West by bus

How far is Mthatha from Somerset West?
Mthatha and Somerset West are 970 km (602 miles) apart.
What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Mthatha to Somerset West?
Buses departing from Southridge Park - Shell Ultra City in Mthatha will take you to Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2) in Somerset West.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

11-16

$39

11-17

$42

Today

$33

11-19

$32

11-20

$38

11-21

$36

11-22

$42

11-23

$37

The cheapest trip from Mthatha to Somerset West was searched and found on Nov 19, 2025 with a price of $32

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Mthatha to Somerset West, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $32 to $80 for a bus ticket from Mthatha to Somerset West based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $32 which is on 2025-11-19.

Usually APM WC, 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.