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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Railway Station | Umtata (Shell Ultra City) | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Shell Ultra City - 2 Cathcart Rd. | Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2 | Fastest | ||||
 | Bus | QUEENSTOWN | Circle Triangle Bus Rank - Mthatha | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | QUEENSTOWN | Circle Triangle Bus Rank - Mthatha | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Intercape Office, Cathcart Road (next to Sasol Garage) | Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2 | No tags |
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Get from Queenstown to Mthatha
The journey takes about 3 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just €16, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Queenstown and Mthatha?
Stops in Queenstown
- A
Intercape Office, Cathcart Road (next to Sasol Garage)
Intercape Office, Cathcart Road (next to Sasol Garage), Queenstown, 5320, South Africa - B14 Queens Dr, Queenstown, 5320, South Africa
- CQueenstown, 5320, South Africa
- D
Greyhound Office
17 Shepstone St, Queenstown, 5320, 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 by bus from Queenstown, ZA 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 Queenstown to Mthatha?
The cheapest coach tickets from Queenstown to Mthatha start from €16. The average price for this route is around €25. 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 Queenstown to Mthatha?
The average bus journey time from Queenstown to Mthatha is 3h 30m, covering a distance of 179 km. The fastest bus can take you there in 2h 20m and is operated by Delta Coaches.
Which bus companies service the Queenstown to Mthatha route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 59 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, APM WC, Eagle Liner, Big Sky, Delta Coaches, Jobela Star, Intercity Xpress, Gxaweni, Makalala Transport, Badela, Mavumisa Transport, Flexi City Connect, Nombewu Brothers Transport, Citiliner, Greyhound South Africa, Nobles.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Queenstown to Mthatha?
The earliest bus departs from Queenstown to Mthatha at 03:10. And the latest bus departs at 09:20.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Queenstown to Mthatha?
A bus journey from Queenstown to Mthatha produces an estimated 4 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 Queenstown to Mthatha?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Citiliner, with an average rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars based on 2103 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Queenstown to Mthatha?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Badela has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.0.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Queenstown 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 Queenstown 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 Queenstown, ZA to Mthatha was searched and found on 21 Jan 2026 with a price of €17To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Queenstown, ZA to Mthatha as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from €17 to €60 for a bus ticket from Queenstown, ZA to Mthatha based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at €18, which is on 2026-01-26.
Usually Mavumisa Transport 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.