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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Swinburne - Montrose Shell Ultra City | Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2 | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Swinburne - Montrose Shell Ultra City | Intercape Office, King Edward Street (opposite Train Station) | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Swinburne - Montrose Shell Ultra City | Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2 | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Swinburne - Montrose Shell Ultra City | Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2 | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | MONTROSE SHELL ULTRA - REFRESHMENT STOP - Montrose Shell Ultra City, Cnr N3 Highway and Swinburne | Greyhound Office, St Margaret’s House, Cnr Victoria and Madera Str, Mthatha | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Tuesday at 7:06 PM SAST.
Get from Swinburne to Mthatha
The journey takes about 9 hours 5 minutes, and with fares starting at just $41, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Swinburne and Mthatha?
Stops in Swinburne
- A
Swinburne - Montrose Shell Ultra City
Montrose Shell Ultra City, Swinburne, South Africa
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 Swinburne 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 Swinburne to Mthatha?
The cheapest bus tickets from Swinburne to Mthatha start from $41. The average price for this route is around $106. 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 Swinburne to Mthatha?
The average bus travel time from Swinburne to Mthatha is 9h 5m, covering a distance of 366 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 7h 50m and is operated by Big Sky.
Which bus companies service the Swinburne to Mthatha route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 9 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Big Sky, Greyhound South Africa, APM WC.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Swinburne to Mthatha?
The earliest bus departs from Swinburne to Mthatha at 9:00pm. And the latest bus departs at 10:55pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Swinburne to Mthatha?
A bus trip from Swinburne to Mthatha generates an estimated 9 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 Swinburne to Mthatha?
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 Swinburne to Mthatha?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Big Sky has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.5.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Swinburne to Mthatha?
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 Swinburne to Mthatha?
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.
The cheapest trip from Swinburne to Mthatha was searched and found on Jan 7, 2026 with a price of $36To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Swinburne to Mthatha, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $36 to $64 for a bus ticket from Swinburne to Mthatha based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $46 which is on 2026-01-11.
