How much is the bus ticket from Vanderbijlpark to Mthatha?

The cheapest bus tickets from Vanderbijlpark to Mthatha start at R 662. The average price for this route is around R 905. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Vanderbijlpark to Mthatha?

The average bus journey time from Vanderbijlpark to Mthatha is 14h 5m, covering a distance of 554 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 14h and is operated by Intercape .

Which bus companies service the Vanderbijlpark 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 Vanderbijlpark to Mthatha?

The earliest bus departs from Vanderbijlpark to Mthatha at 20:40. And the latest bus departs at 20:45.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Vanderbijlpark to Mthatha?

A bus trip from Vanderbijlpark to Mthatha produces an estimated 14 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

Bus Vanderbijlpark to Mthatha from R 596 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Vanderbijlpark to Mthatha on 15 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	20:45	Vanderbijlpark - General Hertzog Street, opposite El Paso Spur	14h	10:45	Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2	Cheapest
Bus	20:45	Vanderbijlpark - General Hertzog Street, opposite El Paso Spur	14h	10:45	Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2	Fastest
Bus	20:45	Vanderbijlpark - General Hertzog Street, opposite El Paso Spur	14h	10:45	Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2	No tags
Bus	20:45	Vanderbijlpark - General Hertzog Street, opposite El Paso Spur	14h 15m	11:00	Intercape Office, King Edward Street (opposite Train Station)	No tags
Bus	20:45	Vanderbijlpark - General Hertzog Street, opposite El Paso Spur	14h 15m	11:00	Intercape Office, King Edward Street (opposite Train Station)	No tags

Next departures from Vanderbijlpark to Mthatha on 16 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	20:45	Vanderbijlpark - General Hertzog Street, opposite El Paso Spur	14h	10:45	Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2	CheapestFastest
	Bus	20:45	Vanderbijlpark - General Hertzog Street, opposite El Paso Spur	14h 15m	11:00	Intercape Office, King Edward Street (opposite Train Station)	No tags

Next departures from Vanderbijlpark to Mthatha on 17 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	20:45	Vanderbijlpark - General Hertzog Street, opposite El Paso Spur	14h	10:45	Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2	CheapestFastest
	Bus	20:45	Vanderbijlpark - General Hertzog Street, opposite El Paso Spur	14h 15m	11:00	Intercape Office, King Edward Street (opposite Train Station)	No tags

Next departures from Vanderbijlpark to Mthatha on 18 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	20:45	Vanderbijlpark - General Hertzog Street, opposite El Paso Spur	14h	10:45	Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2	Cheapest
Bus	20:45	Vanderbijlpark - General Hertzog Street, opposite El Paso Spur	14h	10:45	Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2	Fastest
Bus	20:45	Vanderbijlpark - General Hertzog Street, opposite El Paso Spur	14h	10:45	Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2	No tags
Bus	20:45	Vanderbijlpark - General Hertzog Street, opposite El Paso Spur	14h 15m	11:00	Intercape Office, King Edward Street (opposite Train Station)	No tags
Bus	20:45	Vanderbijlpark - General Hertzog Street, opposite El Paso Spur	14h 15m	11:00	Intercape Office, King Edward Street (opposite Train Station)	No tags

Next departures from Vanderbijlpark to Mthatha on 19 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	20:45	Vanderbijlpark - General Hertzog Street, opposite El Paso Spur	14h	10:45	Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2	Cheapest
Bus	20:45	Vanderbijlpark - General Hertzog Street, opposite El Paso Spur	14h	10:45	Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2	Fastest
Bus	20:45	Vanderbijlpark - General Hertzog Street, opposite El Paso Spur	14h	10:45	Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2	No tags
Bus	20:45	Vanderbijlpark - General Hertzog Street, opposite El Paso Spur	14h 15m	11:00	Intercape Office, King Edward Street (opposite Train Station)	No tags
Bus	20:45	Vanderbijlpark - General Hertzog Street, opposite El Paso Spur	14h 15m	11:00	Intercape Office, King Edward Street (opposite Train Station)	No tags

Next departures from Vanderbijlpark to Mthatha on 20 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	20:45	Vanderbijlpark - General Hertzog Street, opposite El Paso Spur	14h	10:45	Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2	Cheapest
Bus	20:45	Vanderbijlpark - General Hertzog Street, opposite El Paso Spur	14h	10:45	Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2	Fastest
Bus	20:45	Vanderbijlpark - General Hertzog Street, opposite El Paso Spur	14h	10:45	Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2	No tags
Bus	20:45	Vanderbijlpark - General Hertzog Street, opposite El Paso Spur	14h 15m	11:00	Intercape Office, King Edward Street (opposite Train Station)	No tags
Bus	20:45	Vanderbijlpark - General Hertzog Street, opposite El Paso Spur	14h 15m	11:00	Intercape Office, King Edward Street (opposite Train Station)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 7:58 PM SAST.

Get from Vanderbijlpark to Mthatha

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 14 hours 5 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 662, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

14h 5mAverage duration

554 kmDistance

14kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Vanderbijlpark and Mthatha?

Stops in Vanderbijlpark

A
Vanderbijlpark - General Hertzog Street, opposite El Paso Spur
General Hertzog Street, opposite El Paso Spur, Vanderbijlpark C. C., Vanderbijlpark, 1900, South Africa
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Stops in Mthatha

A
Southridge Park - Shell Ultra City
Shell Ultra City, N2, Southridge Park, Mthatha, 5100, South Africa
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B
Umtata Station
King Edward Street, opposite Train Station, Norwood, Mthatha, 5160, South Africa

Compare bus companies

Intercape

3.5/544 537 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi1.2

Based on 44537 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 R 662

Intercape Mainliner Express Vanderbijlpark Mthatha recent customer reviews

The trip was okay i enjoyed being the passenger of mainliner the bus is comfortable and warm.

Mbalisiwe Z.

22 April 2024

The bus was late by 4 hours and they didn't bother to inform us in time,I had to call the office multiple times.Intercape service is becoming poor

Nolitha P.

8 April 2024

Was very good

Thembela G.

22 July 2024

ZA Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Vanderbijlpark 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 Vanderbijlpark to Mthatha?
The cheapest bus tickets from Vanderbijlpark to Mthatha start at R 662. The average price for this route is around R 905. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Vanderbijlpark to Mthatha?
The average bus journey time from Vanderbijlpark to Mthatha is 14h 5m, covering a distance of 554 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 14h and is operated by Intercape.
Which bus companies service the Vanderbijlpark 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 Vanderbijlpark to Mthatha?
The earliest bus departs from Vanderbijlpark to Mthatha at 20:40. And the latest bus departs at 20:45.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Vanderbijlpark to Mthatha?
A bus trip from Vanderbijlpark to Mthatha produces an estimated 14 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.

Best price found

13/12

R 1 024

14/12

R 1 056

Today

R 1 130

16/12

R 1 390

17/12

R 1 397

18/12

R 1 114

19/12

R 1 182

20/12

R 1 077

The cheapest trip from Vanderbijlpark to Mthatha was searched and found on 13 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 024

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

You can expect to pay from R 1 024 to R 1 397 for a bus ticket from Vanderbijlpark to Mthatha based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 077, which is on 2025-12-20.