Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Matatiele, BP Garage, 115 Main Street | Intercape Office, King Edward Street (opposite Train Station) | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Matatiele, BP Garage, 115 Main Street | Intercape Office, King Edward Street (opposite Train Station) | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Matatiele, BP Garage, 115 Main Street | Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2 | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Matatiele, BP Garage, 115 Main Street | Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2 | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 4:07 PM SAST.
Get from Matatiele to Mthatha
The journey takes about 4 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 423, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Compare bus companies
Based on 45773 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained about the Wi-Fi. Intercape ticket prices on this trip start at R 423
Intercape Mainliner Matatiele Mthatha recent customer reviews
They arrived before time, and that is admirable. Although they didn't arrive at the stipulated time at the destination. And I understand that it is because of road works and traffic, but they should have done better with calculations.
Lucia A.
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Matatiele to Mthatha by bus
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Matatiele to Mthatha?
The cheapest bus tickets from Matatiele to Mthatha start at R 423. The average price for this route is around R 798. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Matatiele to Mthatha?
The average bus journey time from Matatiele to Mthatha is 4h 30m, covering a distance of 142 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 4h 30m and is operated by Intercape.
Which bus companies service the Matatiele 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 Matatiele to Mthatha?
The earliest bus departs from Matatiele to Mthatha at 09:15. And the latest bus departs at 09:15.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Matatiele to Mthatha?
A bus trip from Matatiele to Mthatha produces an estimated 4 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Matatiele to Mthatha was searched and found on 01 Feb 2026 with a price of R 439To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Matatiele to Mthatha as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 439 to R 1 340 for a bus ticket from Matatiele to Mthatha based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 439, which is on 2026-02-01.
