How far is Swellendam from Mthatha by coach?

The journey from Mthatha to Swellendam by coach covers an approximate distance of 513 miles (826 km).

Is there a way to reach Swellendam from Mthatha without flying?

To travel from Mthatha to Swellendam without flying, you can take the coaches. Choosing the coach guarantees a comfortable and sustainable travel experience, allowing you to admire the views on your way to your destination. You might also find carpooling options to travel between the two cities.

Bus Mthatha to Swellendam from £18 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Mthatha to Swellendam on 18 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	14:30	Umtata (Shell Ultra City)	14h 35m	05:05	Swellengrebel Hotel, Voortrekker Street	CheapestFastest
Bus	11:20	Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2	15h 50m	03:10	Swellengrebel Hotel, Voortrekker Street	No tags
Bus	23:25	Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2	17h 10m	16:35	Swellengrebel Hotel, Voortrekker Street	No tags
Bus	13:15	Umtata Station	16h 5m	05:20	Swellengrebel Hotel, Voortrekker Street	No tags
Bus	11:20	Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2	15h 50m	03:10	Swellengrebel Hotel, Voortrekker Street	No tags

Next departures from Mthatha to Swellendam on 20 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	14:30	Umtata (Shell Ultra City)	14h 35m	05:05	Swellengrebel Hotel, Voortrekker Street	CheapestFastest
Bus	00:25	Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2	16h 25m	16:50	Swellengrebel Hotel, Voortrekker Street	No tags
Bus	23:25	Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2	17h 10m	16:35	Swellengrebel Hotel, Voortrekker Street	No tags
Bus	13:15	Umtata Station	16h 5m	05:20	Swellengrebel Hotel, Voortrekker Street	No tags
Bus	00:25	Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2	16h 25m	16:50	Swellengrebel Hotel, Voortrekker Street	No tags

Next departures from Mthatha to Swellendam on 23 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	00:25	Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2	16h 25m	16:50	Swellengrebel Hotel, Voortrekker Street	Cheapest
Bus	14:30	Umtata (Shell Ultra City)	14h 35m	05:05	Swellengrebel Hotel, Voortrekker Street	Fastest
Bus	00:25	Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2	16h 25m	16:50	Swellengrebel Hotel, Voortrekker Street	No tags
Bus	23:25	Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2	17h 10m	16:35	Swellengrebel Hotel, Voortrekker Street	No tags
Bus	13:15	Umtata Station	16h 5m	05:20	Swellengrebel Hotel, Voortrekker Street	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 11:10 SAST.

Get from Mthatha to Swellendam

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 16 hours 15 minutes, and with fares starting at just £19, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

13bus per day

16h 15mAverage duration

509 milesDistance

20kgCO₂ emissions

Compare bus companies

Intercape

3.5/543,846 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.2

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi1.2

Based on 43846 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 Wi-Fi. Intercape ticket prices on this trip start at £25

Intercape Mainliner Mthatha Swellendam recent customer reviews

Bus delayed without any information relayed

Odwa N.

5 January 2025

it was on time

Mfumaneko B.

10 March 2024

Eagle Liner

3/510,255 reviews

Staff3.7

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness3.6

WiFi0.8

Based on 10255 reviews, the company was rated 2.8 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Eagle Liner ticket prices on this trip start at £21

Eagle Liner Mthatha Swellendam recent customer reviews

The bus was stuck on the road and then stop too many times for pouring water, I mean the service of that bus is poor because the bus was not fit for the journey since December, Eagle liner must be burned or suspended on the road trips to save lives

Mbongeni T.

8 January 2024

No because I was left behind by the bus they didn’t even call me

Yondi N.

12 June 2024

Intercity Xpress

3/510,947 reviews

Staff4

Timeliness2.6

Cleanliness3.8

WiFi1.1

Big Sky

3.5/53,003 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.2

WiFi1.5

APM WC

2/52,711 reviews

Staff2.7

Timeliness1.1

Cleanliness2.7

WiFi0.5

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Where are the popular stops in Mthatha and Swellendam?

Stops in Mthatha

A - Southridge Park - Shell Ultra City

B - Umtata Station

Stops in Swellendam

A - Swellengrebel Hotel, Voortrekker Street

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Mthatha to Swellendam

How far is Swellendam from Mthatha by coach?
The journey from Mthatha to Swellendam by coach covers an approximate distance of 513 miles (826 km).
Is there a way to reach Swellendam from Mthatha without flying?
To travel from Mthatha to Swellendam without flying, you can take the coaches. Choosing the coach guarantees a comfortable and sustainable travel experience, allowing you to admire the views on your way to your destination. You might also find carpooling options to travel between the two cities.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

16/11

£22

17/11

£23

Today

£18

19/11

£22

20/11

£18

21/11

£22

22/11

£22

23/11

£24

The cheapest trip from Mthatha to Swellendam was searched and found on 20 Nov 2025 with a price of £18

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

You can expect to pay from £18 to £42 for a bus ticket from Mthatha to Swellendam based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £18, which is on 2025-11-20.

Usually Intercape, APM WC 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.