How much is the bus ticket from Mthatha to Cookhouse?

The cheapest bus tickets from Mthatha to Cookhouse start at R 423. The average price for this route is around R 718. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Mthatha to Cookhouse?

The average bus journey time from Mthatha to Cookhouse is 7h 50m, covering a distance of 309 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 7h 50m and is operated by Intercape .

Which bus companies service the Mthatha to Cookhouse route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day.

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

The earliest bus departs from Mthatha to Cookhouse at 12:45. And the latest bus departs at 13:15.

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

A bus trip from Mthatha to Cookhouse produces an estimated 8 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

Bus Mthatha to Cookhouse from R 544 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Mthatha to Cookhouse on 9 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	13:15	Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2	7h 50m	21:05	Cookhouse - Caltex Subway Station, Somerset Road	Cheapest
Bus	13:15	Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2	7h 50m	21:05	Cookhouse - Caltex Subway Station, Somerset Road	Fastest
Bus	13:15	Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2	7h 50m	21:05	Cookhouse - Caltex Subway Station, Somerset Road	No tags
Bus	12:45	Intercape Office, King Edward Street (opposite Train Station)	8h 20m	21:05	Cookhouse - Caltex Subway Station, Somerset Road	No tags
Bus	12:45	Intercape Office, King Edward Street (opposite Train Station)	8h 20m	21:05	Cookhouse - Caltex Subway Station, Somerset Road	No tags

Next departures from Mthatha to Cookhouse on 10 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	13:15	Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2	7h 50m	21:05	Cookhouse - Caltex Subway Station, Somerset Road	Cheapest
Bus	13:15	Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2	7h 50m	21:05	Cookhouse - Caltex Subway Station, Somerset Road	Fastest
Bus	12:45	Intercape Office, King Edward Street (opposite Train Station)	8h 20m	21:05	Cookhouse - Caltex Subway Station, Somerset Road	No tags
Bus	12:45	Intercape Office, King Edward Street (opposite Train Station)	8h 20m	21:05	Cookhouse - Caltex Subway Station, Somerset Road	No tags

Next departures from Mthatha to Cookhouse on 11 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	13:15	Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2	7h 50m	21:05	Cookhouse - Caltex Subway Station, Somerset Road	Cheapest
Bus	13:15	Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2	7h 50m	21:05	Cookhouse - Caltex Subway Station, Somerset Road	Fastest
Bus	13:15	Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2	7h 50m	21:05	Cookhouse - Caltex Subway Station, Somerset Road	No tags
Bus	12:45	Intercape Office, King Edward Street (opposite Train Station)	8h 20m	21:05	Cookhouse - Caltex Subway Station, Somerset Road	No tags
Bus	12:45	Intercape Office, King Edward Street (opposite Train Station)	8h 20m	21:05	Cookhouse - Caltex Subway Station, Somerset Road	No tags

Next departures from Mthatha to Cookhouse on 12 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	13:15	Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2	7h 50m	21:05	Cookhouse - Caltex Subway Station, Somerset Road	Cheapest
Bus	13:15	Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2	7h 50m	21:05	Cookhouse - Caltex Subway Station, Somerset Road	Fastest
Bus	13:15	Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2	7h 50m	21:05	Cookhouse - Caltex Subway Station, Somerset Road	No tags
Bus	12:45	Intercape Office, King Edward Street (opposite Train Station)	8h 20m	21:05	Cookhouse - Caltex Subway Station, Somerset Road	No tags
Bus	12:45	Intercape Office, King Edward Street (opposite Train Station)	8h 20m	21:05	Cookhouse - Caltex Subway Station, Somerset Road	No tags

Next departures from Mthatha to Cookhouse on 13 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	13:15	Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2	7h 50m	21:05	Cookhouse - Caltex Subway Station, Somerset Road	Cheapest
Bus	13:15	Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2	7h 50m	21:05	Cookhouse - Caltex Subway Station, Somerset Road	Fastest
Bus	13:15	Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2	7h 50m	21:05	Cookhouse - Caltex Subway Station, Somerset Road	No tags
Bus	12:45	Intercape Office, King Edward Street (opposite Train Station)	8h 20m	21:05	Cookhouse - Caltex Subway Station, Somerset Road	No tags
Bus	12:45	Intercape Office, King Edward Street (opposite Train Station)	8h 20m	21:05	Cookhouse - Caltex Subway Station, Somerset Road	No tags

Next departures from Mthatha to Cookhouse on 14 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	13:15	Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2	7h 50m	21:05	Cookhouse - Caltex Subway Station, Somerset Road	Cheapest
Bus	13:15	Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2	7h 50m	21:05	Cookhouse - Caltex Subway Station, Somerset Road	Fastest
Bus	13:15	Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2	7h 50m	21:05	Cookhouse - Caltex Subway Station, Somerset Road	No tags
Bus	12:45	Intercape Office, King Edward Street (opposite Train Station)	8h 20m	21:05	Cookhouse - Caltex Subway Station, Somerset Road	No tags
Bus	12:45	Intercape Office, King Edward Street (opposite Train Station)	8h 20m	21:05	Cookhouse - Caltex Subway Station, Somerset Road	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 4:42 PM SAST.

Get from Mthatha to Cookhouse

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 7 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 423, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

7h 50mAverage duration

309 kmDistance

8kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Mthatha and Cookhouse?

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

Stops in Cookhouse

A
Cookhouse - Caltex Subway Station, Somerset Road
Caltex Subway Station, Somerset Road, Cookhouse, 5820, South Africa
Visit page

Compare bus companies

Intercape

3.5/545 425 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi1.2

Based on 45425 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 R 423

Intercape Mainliner Mthatha Cookhouse recent customer reviews

It was great

Sibulele B.

8 January 2026

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Mthatha to Cookhouse by bus

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

How much is the bus ticket from Mthatha to Cookhouse?
The cheapest bus tickets from Mthatha to Cookhouse start at R 423. The average price for this route is around R 718. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Mthatha to Cookhouse?
The average bus journey time from Mthatha to Cookhouse is 7h 50m, covering a distance of 309 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 7h 50m and is operated by Intercape.
Which bus companies service the Mthatha to Cookhouse route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Mthatha to Cookhouse?
The earliest bus departs from Mthatha to Cookhouse at 12:45. And the latest bus departs at 13:15.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Mthatha to Cookhouse?
A bus trip from Mthatha to Cookhouse produces an estimated 8 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

07/01

R 1 628

08/01

R 743

Today

R 1 507

10/01

R 1 566

11/01

R 1 349

12/01

R 1 355

13/01

R 746

14/01

R 756

The cheapest trip from Mthatha to Cookhouse was searched and found on 08 Jan 2026 with a price of R 743

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

You can expect to pay from R 743 to R 1 717 for a bus ticket from Mthatha to Cookhouse based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 746, which is on 2026-01-13.