Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Caltex modern service station, Donkin street | Intercape Office, King Edward Street (opposite Train Station) | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Caltex modern service station, Donkin street | Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2 | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Caltex modern service station, Donkin street | Intercape Office, King Edward Street (opposite Train Station) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Caltex modern service station, Donkin street | Intercape Office, King Edward Street (opposite Train Station) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Caltex modern service station, Donkin street | Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2 | No tags |
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Get from Bedford to Mthatha
The journey takes about 6 hours 35 minutes, and with fares starting at just £26, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Compare bus companies
Based on 45472 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 £26
Intercape Mainliner Bedford Mthatha recent customer reviews
The bus arrived on time to me and arrived on time to my destination, I was so happy
Thembi S.
Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Bedford, ZA to Mthatha
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much is the bus ticket from Bedford to Mthatha?
The cheapest coach tickets from Bedford to Mthatha start from £26. The average price for this route is around £50. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Bedford to Mthatha?
The average bus journey time from Bedford to Mthatha is 6h 35m, covering a distance of 172 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 6h 35m and is operated by Intercape.
Which bus companies service the Bedford to Mthatha 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 Bedford to Mthatha?
The earliest bus departs from Bedford to Mthatha at 05:55. And the latest bus departs at 05:55.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Bedford to Mthatha?
A bus journey from Bedford to Mthatha produces an estimated 7 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Bedford, ZA to Mthatha was searched and found on 10 Jan 2026 with a price of £18To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Bedford, ZA to Mthatha as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £18 to £26 for a bus ticket from Bedford, ZA to Mthatha based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £20, which is on 2026-01-13.
