Bus from Mthatha to Worcester, ZA: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Mthatha to Worcester on December 16
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
APMWCBus
    Umtata Station
    Mountain Mill Mall Parking - Entrance 1(Checkers)Cheapest
    BadelaBus
      Circle Triangle Bus Rank - Mthatha
      WORCESTERFastest
      Intercape MainlinerBus
      Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2
      Worcester - Entrance 1, Mountain Mill Mall ParkingNo tags
      Big SkyBus
        Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2
        Worcester - Entrance 1, Mountain Mill Mall ParkingNo tags
        Makalala TransportBus
          MTHATHA (RAILWAY) - Mthatha Railway Station,King Edward Street
          N1 - Shell GarageNo tags

          Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 9:34 PM SAST.

          Get from Mthatha to Worcester

          This route is served by bus only

          The journey takes about 15 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just $32, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

          27bus per day
          15h 30mAverage Duration
          906 kmDistance
          23kgCO₂ emissions

          Frequently asked questions about travelling from Mthatha to Worcester, ZA 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 Mthatha to Worcester?

            The cheapest bus tickets from Mthatha to Worcester start from $32. The average price for this route is around $59. 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 Mthatha to Worcester?

            The average bus travel time from Mthatha to Worcester is 15h 30m, covering a distance of 906 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 13h and is operated by Nobles.

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

            Several major bus companies operate on this route with 27 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, APM WC, Eagle Liner, Intercity Xpress, Big Sky, Makalala Transport, Badela, Jobela Star, Gxaweni, Flexi City Connect, Nobles, Naledi Luxury Liner.

          4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Mthatha to Worcester?

            The earliest bus departs from Mthatha to Worcester at 12:25am. And the latest bus departs at 11:45pm.

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

            A bus trip from Mthatha to Worcester generates an estimated 23 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

          6. What is the best bus company from Mthatha to Worcester?

            According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Big Sky, with an average rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars based on 3118 reviews.

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

            Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Badela has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.0.

          8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Mthatha to Worcester?

            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.

          9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Mthatha to Worcester?

            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
          12-13
          $29
          12-14
          $28
          Today
          $28
          12-16
          $28
          12-17
          $29
          12-18
          $28
          12-19
          $32
          12-20
          $32
          busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Mthatha to Worcester, ZA was searched and found on Dec 14, 2025 with a price of $28

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

          You can expect to pay from $28 to $135 for a bus ticket from Mthatha to Worcester, ZA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $28 which is on 2025-12-16.

          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.

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