Intercape receives high praise for its punctuality, professional and friendly drivers, clean buses, and overall enjoyable travel experiences. Many users appreciate the comfort of the seating and timely arrivals at destinations. However, some reviews mention occasional delays in departure or arrival times as well as issues with cleanliness in bus toilets. Despite these minor concerns, travelers express satisfaction with their journeys on Intercape's services.
Intercape Mainliner Mthatha Port Elizabeth recent customer reviews
The bus was late with 2hours no communication what so ever yet we stand outside unsafe because the office are closed since the trip was for the 23:55 Please do better and show some transparency..
1 out of 5 stars
Amanda S.
The bus was 3 hours late with no communication at all. Horrible experience for someone catching a red eye bus
1 out of 5 stars
Missjay J.
Drivers are the best in respect of communication, bus are clean was an awesome experience once again
Intercity Xpress is a long-distance bus company operating in South Africa. The company established itself as an affordable intercity bus operator, offering services between cities all over the country. Their coaches are equipped with standard seats and they have a generous luggage policy of up to 25 kg. Although they make an effort to respect their timetables, travelers report that delays are expected for Intercity Xpress, so it's good to be flexible with your schedule if you're traveling with them. Their cancellation policy is also flexible, as you can cancel your ticket up to 6 hours before travel time and get a refund of 80% of your ticket value.
Intercity Xpress Mthatha Port Elizabeth recent customer reviews
The bus never arrived at pic up point until I decided to Uber to ultra city n the bus was gone left me behind I caught the bus at Dutywa I had to call them as a driver to wait for me
1 out of 5 stars
Sylvia G.
Bus was 1hour late from Mthatha to PE then the toilet was full of waist. Other than that the drivers were friendly and drives very carefully
2 out of 5 stars
Asekho G.
Their toilet/the toilet was not in a user friendly state and it made travelling with a child very difficult.
Customers have mixed feelings about the service. Some appreciate the driver's skills, while others mention significant delays in departure times compared to schedule.
Eagle Liner Mthatha Port Elizabeth recent customer reviews
Bus arrival time delayed for about 2 hours and there was no communication whatsoever about the reason for the delay and when we traveled the charging pots were no
1 out of 5 stars
Masixole B.
The arrival time was supposed to be 9:05pm but ended up being 11:30pm.There was no apology from the drivers or any explanation when they stopped the bus at the petrol station for hours
2 out of 5 stars
Nolubabalo M.
They don't leave on time. Itnis not possible to select seat. The bus doesn't have aire conditioner. The seat doesn't recline so for long travel it is vert unconfortable
Users have highlighted the professionalism of the driver, who ensured a safe journey without speeding. The bus was noted for its cleanliness and convenient phone charger ports. However, there were concerns about unclean toilets and delays in arrival times beyond what was scheduled.
Big Sky Mthatha Port Elizabeth recent customer reviews
The bus arrived more than 1 hour late, it was not clean at all and its smell was not pleasing.
1 out of 5 stars
Balungile L.
I would like to bring to your attention that during my recent trip, the bus air conditioner was not working, and it was very cold inside. This made the journey uncomfortable.
1 out of 5 stars
Phathiswa N.
The bus was supposed to pick me up at 11:24 but it arrived at 1:00. Driver was nice n driving carefully but problem we’re passagers that keep delaying him and when he leave them he was told to drive back n fetch them of which was unfair for us
Based on 3008 reviews, the company was rated 2.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the power outlets but often complained with the wifi. APM WC ticket prices on this trip start at $22
APMWC Mthatha Port Elizabeth recent customer reviews
I enjoyed absolutely nothing, the bus was extremely late, there was overlap with people sitting on the floor. I will never use Apm buses again
1 out of 5 stars
Zizo N.
Bus drivers did not even know where to leave us. How can a bus driver ask travellers for directions. Most of the times, us as passengers depend on them for safety.
They left me on the road in a very dangerous place at 1am. And the bus arrived 3 hours late to my destination.
They have stops that are not communicated to the passengers😭😭😭 I would never take this bus ever ever again
1 out of 5 stars
Zanele H.
Everything was just horrible. The drivers were doing as they please. They deliberately delayed us, and when we called them out they gave a nasty attitude.
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Mthatha to Port Elizabeth by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Mthatha to Port Elizabeth?
The cheapest bus tickets from Mthatha to Port Elizabeth start from $22. The average price for this route is around $33. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Mthatha to Port Elizabeth?
The average bus trip duration from Mthatha to Port Elizabeth is 8h 5m, covering a distance of 243 miles (391 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 6h 35m and is operated by APM WC.
Which bus companies service the Mthatha to Port Elizabeth route?
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Mthatha to Port Elizabeth?
The earliest bus departs from Mthatha to Port Elizabeth at 12:20am. And the latest bus departs at 11:55pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Mthatha to Port Elizabeth?
A bus trip from Mthatha to Port Elizabeth generates an estimated 10 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Mthatha to Port Elizabeth?
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 bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Mthatha to Port Elizabeth?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Big Sky has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.5.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Mthatha to Port Elizabeth?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Mthatha to Port Elizabeth?
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
01/04
$24
01/05
$45
Today
$35
01/07
$37
01/08
$42
01/09
$42
01/10
$42
01/11
$40
The cheapest trip from Mthatha to Port Elizabeth was searched and found on Jan 4, 2026 with a price of $24
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Mthatha to Port Elizabeth, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $24 to $134 for a bus ticket from Mthatha to Port Elizabeth based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $37 which is on 2026-01-07.
Usually Intercape 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.
The cheapest trip from Mthatha to Port Elizabeth was searched and found on Jan 4, 2026 with a price of $24
