Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2 | Engen Garage, 57 Carlyle Ave | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2 | Engen Garage, 57 Carlyle Ave | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2 | Engen Garage, 57 Carlyle Ave | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Intercape Office, King Edward Street (opposite Train Station) | Engen Garage, 57 Carlyle Ave | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Intercape Office, King Edward Street (opposite Train Station) | Engen Garage, 57 Carlyle Ave | No tags |
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Get from Mthatha to Orkney
The journey takes about 14 hours 5 minutes, and with fares starting at just $49, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Mthatha to Orkney 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 Orkney?
The cheapest bus tickets from Mthatha to Orkney start from $49. The average price for this route is around $64. 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 Orkney?
The average bus travel time from Mthatha to Orkney is 14h 5m, covering a distance of 552 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 8h 55m and is operated by Nombewu Brothers Transport.
Which bus companies service the Mthatha to Orkney route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Nombewu Brothers Transport.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Mthatha to Orkney?
The earliest bus departs from Mthatha to Orkney at 2:15pm. And the latest bus departs at 5:00pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Mthatha to Orkney?
A bus trip from Mthatha to Orkney generates an estimated 14 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Mthatha to Orkney?
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 44309 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Mthatha to Orkney?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Intercape has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.2.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Mthatha to Orkney?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Intercape, with a punctuality rating of 3.1 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Mthatha to Orkney?
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.
The cheapest trip from Mthatha to Orkney was searched and found on Dec 18, 2025 with a price of $43To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Mthatha to Orkney, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $43 to $129 for a bus ticket from Mthatha to Orkney based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $43 which is on 2025-12-18.
