Bus from Smithfield, ZA to Mthatha: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Smithfield to Mthatha on January 11
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Intercape Budgetliner ExpressBus
Monument Motors, C/O Rasher and Voortrekker Street (Juana Plein)
Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2Cheapest
Eagle LinerBus
Smithfield
Shell Ultra CityFastest
Intercape Budgetliner ExpressBus
Monument Motors, C/O Rasher and Voortrekker Street (Juana Plein)
Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2No tags
Eagle LinerBus
Smithfield
Umtata StationNo tags
Intercape Budgetliner ExpressBus
Monument Motors, C/O Rasher and Voortrekker Street (Juana Plein)
Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Tuesday at 7:19 PM SAST.

Get from Smithfield to Mthatha

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 7 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just $39, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8bus per day
7h 15mAverage Duration
141 milesDistance
6kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Smithfield, ZA to Mthatha by bus

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

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Smithfield to Mthatha?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Smithfield to Mthatha start from $39. The average price for this route is around $48. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Smithfield to Mthatha?

    The average bus trip duration from Smithfield to Mthatha is 7h 15m, covering a distance of 141 miles (228 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 6h 5m and is operated by Eagle Liner.

  3. Which bus companies service the Smithfield to Mthatha route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 8 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Eagle Liner, Greyhound South Africa.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Smithfield to Mthatha?

    The earliest bus departs from Smithfield to Mthatha at 12:25am. And the latest bus departs at 3:05am.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Smithfield to Mthatha?

    A bus trip from Smithfield to Mthatha generates an estimated 6 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Smithfield 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.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Smithfield to Mthatha?

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Greyhound South Africa has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.3.

  8. Which bus company has the most timely service from Smithfield to Mthatha?

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

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Smithfield 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.

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01/10
$27
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$27
01/12
$27
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Smithfield, ZA to Mthatha was searched and found on Jan 10, 2026 with a price of $27

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

You can expect to pay from $27 to $50 for a bus ticket from Smithfield, ZA to Mthatha based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $27 which is on 2026-01-12.

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