How much is the bus ticket from Umzimkulu to Mthatha?

The cheapest coach tickets from Umzimkulu to Mthatha start from £17. The average price for this route is around £22. 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 Umzimkulu to Mthatha?

The average bus journey time from Umzimkulu to Mthatha is 4h 30m, covering a distance of 114 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 2h 50m and is operated by APM WC .

Which bus companies service the Umzimkulu to Mthatha route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 20 buses available per day, including services from Intercape , Big Sky , APM WC , Eagle Liner , Intercity Xpress , Delta Coaches , Citiliner , Big Tree , Luvalo Brothers Transport , Greyhound South Africa .

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

The earliest bus departs from Umzimkulu to Mthatha at 00:40. And the latest bus departs at 19:35.

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

A bus journey from Umzimkulu to Mthatha produces an estimated 5 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 Umzimkulu to Mthatha?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Luvalo Brothers Transport , with an average rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars based on 64 reviews.

Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Umzimkulu to Mthatha?

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Luvalo Brothers Transport has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.1.

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

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Luvalo Brothers Transport , with a punctuality rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Umzimkulu 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 4.2 out of 5 stars.

Bus Umzimkulu to Mthatha from £16 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Umzimkulu to Mthatha on 2 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	03:55	Umzimkulu - Total Garage (R56)	4h 35m	08:30	Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2	Cheapest
Bus	03:55	Umzimkulu - Total Garage (R56)	4h 5m	08:00	Intercape Office, King Edward Street (opposite Train Station)	Fastest
Bus	04:30	UMZIMKHULU	4h 50m	09:20	Circle Triangle Bus Rank - Mthatha	No tags
Bus	03:20	Umzimkulu - Total Garage (R56)	4h 30m	07:50	Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2	No tags
Bus	03:35	UMZIMKHULU - Total Garage, 726 Main St, Umzimkulu	4h 15m	07:50	Greyhound Office, St Margaret’s House, Cnr Victoria and Madera Str, Mthatha	No tags

Next departures from Umzimkulu to Mthatha on 3 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	04:05	Umzimkhulu - Total Energies Garage	4h 25m	08:30	Umtata Station	Cheapest
Bus	18:45	Umzimkulu - Total Garage (R56)	4h 5m	22:50	Intercape Office, King Edward Street (opposite Train Station)	Fastest
Bus	04:30	UMZIMKHULU	4h 50m	09:20	Circle Triangle Bus Rank - Mthatha	No tags
Bus	00:40	Umzimkulu - Total Garage (R56)	4h 30m	05:10	Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2	No tags
Bus	03:20	Umzimkulu - Total Garage (R56)	4h 30m	07:50	Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 21:23 SAST.

Get from Umzimkulu to Mthatha

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 4 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just £17, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

20bus per day

4h 30mAverage duration

114 milesDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Umzimkulu and Mthatha?

Stops in Umzimkulu

A
Umzimkulu - Total Garage (R56)
Total Garage Steers, R56, Umzimkulu, 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

3.5/545,773 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4.1

Wi‑Fi1.2

Based on 45773 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 £19

Intercape Mainliner Umzimkulu Mthatha recent customer reviews

Intercape staff are a caring stuff and they are friendly it was a good trip

Onele M.

16 May 2024

Very happy with their service

Sibongeleni Alex C.

6 November 2022

Big Sky

3.5/53,438 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.2

Wi‑Fi1.5

APM WC

2/53,119 reviews

Staff2.7

Timeliness1.2

Cleanliness2.8

Wi‑Fi0.5

Eagle Liner

2.5/511,169 reviews

Staff3.7

Timeliness2.4

Cleanliness3.6

Wi‑Fi0.8

Intercity Xpress

3/512,045 reviews

Staff4

Timeliness2.6

Cleanliness3.8

Wi‑Fi1.2

Delta Coaches

1.5/54,122 reviews

Staff1.9

Timeliness0.8

Cleanliness1.9

Wi‑Fi0.3

Citiliner

3.5/52,119 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4.1

Wi‑Fi1.6

Big Tree

2.5/5121 reviews

Staff3.5

Timeliness2.1

Cleanliness3.6

Wi‑Fi0.5

Luvalo Brothers Transport

4/564 reviews

Staff3.8

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness3.9

Wi‑Fi2.2

Greyhound South Africa

3/59,432 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4

Wi‑Fi1.3

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Umzimkulu 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 Umzimkulu to Mthatha?
The cheapest coach tickets from Umzimkulu to Mthatha start from £17. The average price for this route is around £22. 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 Umzimkulu to Mthatha?
The average bus journey time from Umzimkulu to Mthatha is 4h 30m, covering a distance of 114 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 2h 50m and is operated by APM WC.
Which bus companies service the Umzimkulu to Mthatha route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 20 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Big Sky, APM WC, Eagle Liner, Intercity Xpress, Delta Coaches, Citiliner, Big Tree, Luvalo Brothers Transport, Greyhound South Africa.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Umzimkulu to Mthatha?
The earliest bus departs from Umzimkulu to Mthatha at 00:40. And the latest bus departs at 19:35.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Umzimkulu to Mthatha?
A bus journey from Umzimkulu to Mthatha produces an estimated 5 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 Umzimkulu to Mthatha?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Luvalo Brothers Transport, with an average rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars based on 64 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Umzimkulu to Mthatha?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Luvalo Brothers Transport has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.1.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Umzimkulu to Mthatha?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Luvalo Brothers Transport, with a punctuality rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Umzimkulu 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 4.2 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

31/01

£20

01/02

£21

Today

£17

03/02

£16

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06/02

£16

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The cheapest trip from Umzimkulu to Mthatha was searched and found on 3 Feb 2026 with a price of £16

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

You can expect to pay from £16 to £98 for a bus ticket from Umzimkulu to Mthatha based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £16, which is on 2026-02-03.