How much is the bus ticket from Riviersonderend to Mthatha?

The cheapest coach tickets from Riviersonderend to Mthatha start from £20. The average price for this route is around £41. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Riviersonderend to Mthatha?

The average bus journey time from Riviersonderend to Mthatha is 17h, covering a distance of 540 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 15h 35m and is operated by APM WC .

Which bus companies service the Riviersonderend to Mthatha route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 9 buses available per day, including services from Intercape , APM WC .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Riviersonderend to Mthatha?

The earliest bus departs from Riviersonderend to Mthatha at 10:55. And the latest bus departs at 21:20.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Riviersonderend to Mthatha?

A bus journey from Riviersonderend to Mthatha produces an estimated 22 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Which is the best bus company from Riviersonderend 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 company has the best Wi-Fi from Riviersonderend to Mthatha?

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Intercape has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.2.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Riviersonderend to Mthatha?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Intercape , with a punctuality rating of 3.1 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Riviersonderend to Mthatha?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Intercape , with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Bus Riviersonderend to Mthatha from £23 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Riviersonderend to Mthatha on 8 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:55	Riviersonderend (Astron Energy)	17h	03:55	Intercape Office, King Edward Street (opposite Train Station)	No tags
Bus	10:55	Riviersonderend (Astron Energy)	16h 45m	03:40	Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2	No tags
Bus	21:20	Riviersonderend (Astron Energy)	17h 35m	14:55	Intercape Office, King Edward Street (opposite Train Station)	No tags
Bus	21:20	Riviersonderend (Astron Energy)	17h 20m	14:40	Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2	No tags
Bus	10:55	Riviersonderend (Astron Energy)	17h	03:55	Intercape Office, King Edward Street (opposite Train Station)	No tags

Get from Riviersonderend to Mthatha

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 17 hours, and with fares starting at just £20, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

9bus per day

17hAverage duration

540 milesDistance

22kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Riviersonderend and Mthatha?

Stops in Riviersonderend

A
Riviersonderend - Shell Ultra City, 1 Main Street
Shell Ultra City, 1 Main Street, Riviersonderend, 7250, South Africa
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Stops in Mthatha

A
Southridge Park - Shell Ultra City
Shell Ultra City, N2, Southridge Park, Mthatha, 5100, South Africa
Visit page
B
Umtata Station
King Edward Street, opposite Train Station, Norwood, Mthatha, 5160, South Africa

Compare bus companies

Intercape

3.5/545,389 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi1.2

APM WC

2/53,019 reviews

Staff2.7

Timeliness1.2

Cleanliness2.8

WiFi0.5

ZA bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Riviersonderend to Mthatha

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much is the bus ticket from Riviersonderend to Mthatha?
The cheapest coach tickets from Riviersonderend to Mthatha start from £20. The average price for this route is around £41. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Riviersonderend to Mthatha?
The average bus journey time from Riviersonderend to Mthatha is 17h, covering a distance of 540 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 15h 35m and is operated by APM WC.
Which bus companies service the Riviersonderend to Mthatha route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 9 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, APM WC.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Riviersonderend to Mthatha?
The earliest bus departs from Riviersonderend to Mthatha at 10:55. And the latest bus departs at 21:20.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Riviersonderend to Mthatha?
A bus journey from Riviersonderend to Mthatha produces an estimated 22 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from Riviersonderend 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 company has the best Wi-Fi from Riviersonderend to Mthatha?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Intercape has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.2.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Riviersonderend to Mthatha?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Intercape, with a punctuality rating of 3.1 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Riviersonderend to Mthatha?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Intercape, 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

06/01

£19

07/01

£25

Today

No data

09/01

£29

10/01

£25

11/01

£25

12/01

£23

13/01

£23

The cheapest trip from Riviersonderend to Mthatha was searched and found on 6 Jan 2026 with a price of £19

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

You can expect to pay from £19 to £142 for a bus ticket from Riviersonderend to Mthatha based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £23, which is on 2026-01-12.