How much is the bus ticket from Somerset West to Mthatha?

The cheapest bus tickets from Somerset West to Mthatha start from $25. The average price for this route is around $53. 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 Somerset West to Mthatha?

The average bus trip duration from Somerset West to Mthatha is 18h 35m, covering a distance of 596 miles (961 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 17h 25m and is operated by APM WC .

Which bus companies service the Somerset West to Mthatha route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from Intercape , APM WC .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Somerset West to Mthatha?

The earliest bus departs from Somerset West to Mthatha at 9:05am. And the latest bus departs at 6:10pm.

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

A bus trip from Somerset West to Mthatha generates an estimated 24 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Somerset West to Mthatha?

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 Somerset West to Mthatha?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Intercape has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.2.

Which bus company has the most timely service from Somerset West to Mthatha?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Somerset West to Mthatha?

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.

Bus Somerset West to Mthatha from $31 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Somerset West to Mthatha on December 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	4:15pm	Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)	17h 25m	9:40am	Umtata (Shell Ultra City)	CheapestFastest
Bus	4:30pm	Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)	17h 50m	10:20am	Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2	No tags
Bus	4:30pm	Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)	17h 50m	10:20am	Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2	No tags
Bus	4:30pm	Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)	18h 15m	10:45am	Intercape Office, King Edward Street (opposite Train Station)	No tags
Bus	4:30pm	Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)	18h 15m	10:45am	Intercape Office, King Edward Street (opposite Train Station)	No tags

Next departures for Somerset West to Mthatha on December 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	2:05pm	Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)	18h 50m	8:55am	Umtata (Shell Ultra City)	Cheapest
Bus	4:15pm	Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)	17h 25m	9:40am	Umtata (Shell Ultra City)	Fastest
Bus	9:05am	Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)	18h 35m	3:40am	Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2	No tags
Bus	2:05pm	Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)	19h 5m	9:10am	Umtata Station	No tags
Bus	9:05am	Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)	18h 35m	3:40am	Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2	No tags

Next departures for Somerset West to Mthatha on December 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	2:05pm	Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)	18h 50m	8:55am	Umtata (Shell Ultra City)	Cheapest
Bus	4:15pm	Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)	17h 25m	9:40am	Umtata (Shell Ultra City)	Fastest
Bus	9:05am	Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)	18h 35m	3:40am	Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2	No tags
Bus	2:05pm	Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)	19h 5m	9:10am	Umtata Station	No tags
Bus	9:05am	Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)	18h 35m	3:40am	Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2	No tags

Next departures for Somerset West to Mthatha on December 19
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	2:05pm	Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)	18h 50m	8:55am	Umtata (Shell Ultra City)	Cheapest
Bus	4:15pm	Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)	17h 25m	9:40am	Umtata (Shell Ultra City)	Fastest
Bus	9:05am	Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)	18h 35m	3:40am	Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2	No tags
Bus	2:05pm	Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)	19h 5m	9:10am	Umtata Station	No tags
Bus	9:05am	Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)	18h 35m	3:40am	Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2	No tags

Next departures for Somerset West to Mthatha on December 20
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	2:05pm	Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)	18h 50m	8:55am	Umtata (Shell Ultra City)	Cheapest
Bus	4:15pm	Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)	17h 25m	9:40am	Umtata (Shell Ultra City)	Fastest
Bus	9:05am	Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)	18h 35m	3:40am	Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2	No tags
Bus	2:05pm	Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)	19h 5m	9:10am	Umtata Station	No tags
Bus	9:05am	Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)	18h 35m	3:40am	Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2	No tags

Next departures for Somerset West to Mthatha on December 21
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	2:05pm	Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)	18h 50m	8:55am	Umtata (Shell Ultra City)	Cheapest
Bus	4:15pm	Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)	17h 25m	9:40am	Umtata (Shell Ultra City)	Fastest
Bus	9:05am	Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)	18h 35m	3:40am	Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2	No tags
Bus	2:05pm	Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)	19h 5m	9:10am	Umtata Station	No tags
Bus	9:05am	Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)	18h 35m	3:40am	Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 6:45 PM SAST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Somerset West to Mthatha

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Mthatha. The journey takes about 18 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just $25, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5bus per day

18h 35mAverage Duration

596 milesDistance

24kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$25 - $155	Average Duration18h 35m	CO₂ emissions 24kg CO₂e
Shuttle	Average Price$38 - $122	Average Duration19h 15m	CO₂ emissions 30kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Somerset West and Mthatha?

Stops in Somerset West

A
Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)
Shell Garage, before Sir Lowry's Pass (N2), Helderberg Rural, Cape Town, 7135, 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

Customers have shared positive experiences, highlighting exceptional service and recommending the bus company to others. However, there was a mention of a delay in arrival at Mthatha due to the bus not being on time. Despite this issue, overall feedback remains favorable with an emphasis on quality service.

Intercape Budgetliner Somerset West Mthatha recent customer reviews

The bus was supposed to be there by shell garage sir lorys pass somerset by 16:30 but it arrived at 18:00. We were supposed to arrive in umThatha at 10:20 but guess what at 15:00 its a second time being disappointed by intercape buses

Zintle M.

November 9, 2025

The bus was stopping every now and then thus resulting in not reaching the place as per estimated time.

Yongeza M.

October 8, 2024

The bus left early at the pick up point or the shuttle that was suppose to pick me up to meet the bus never arrived but something went wrong

Amkele G.

February 26, 2024

APM WC

2/52,834 reviews

Staff2.7

Timeliness1.1

Cleanliness2.8

Wifi0.5

Users have reported that the buses are clean and maintain a comfortable temperature throughout the journey. The entertainment options, such as music and movies, were appreciated by passengers. Additionally, many found the drivers to be friendly and helpful. However, some noted issues with communication between staff and passengers during their travels.

APMWC Somerset West Mthatha recent customer reviews

The bus was clean, it arrived on time, ohw the temperature on the bus was excellent (we were kept warm trough out our journey), I enjoyed the music and movies that they played for us and most importantly the bus was in good condition and not forgetting the driver he was very friendly and helpful

Siziphiwe N.

June 27, 2025

I enjoyed everything and it was nice and clean but it came late about 45 minutes other than that everything was fine

Phakama M.

July 10, 2024

The bus was warm, the driver was not so nice but he was no that bad

Tekolo T.

June 5, 2025

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Somerset West to Mthatha 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 Somerset West to Mthatha?
The cheapest bus tickets from Somerset West to Mthatha start from $25. The average price for this route is around $53. 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 Somerset West to Mthatha?
The average bus trip duration from Somerset West to Mthatha is 18h 35m, covering a distance of 596 miles (961 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 17h 25m and is operated by APM WC.
Which bus companies service the Somerset West to Mthatha route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, APM WC.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Somerset West to Mthatha?
The earliest bus departs from Somerset West to Mthatha at 9:05am. And the latest bus departs at 6:10pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Somerset West to Mthatha?
A bus trip from Somerset West to Mthatha generates an estimated 24 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Somerset West to Mthatha?
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 Somerset West to Mthatha?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Intercape has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.2.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Somerset West to Mthatha?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Somerset West to Mthatha?
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.

Best price found

12/13

$55

12/14

$72

Today

$64

12/16

$62

12/17

$60

12/18

$60

12/19

$60

12/20

$56

The cheapest trip from Somerset West to Mthatha was searched and found on Dec 13, 2025 with a price of $55

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

You can expect to pay from $55 to $124 for a bus ticket from Somerset West to Mthatha based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $56 which is on 2025-12-20.

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.