Bus Port Elizabeth to Mthatha: Compare prices and save money

Compare all timetables for the bus from Port Elizabeth to Mthatha

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Port Elizabeth to Mthatha from various bus operators like Intercape, Intercity Xpress or Big Sky Intercity for the next days.

today

$25

tomorrow

$21

Monday

$21

Tuesday

$21

Wednesday

$21

Thursday

$21

Friday

$21

Cheapest bus trips today
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Intercape	8h 15m	7:25 PM	Port Elizabeth	Railway Station	3:40 AM	Mthatha	Shell Ultra City	Economy	$25	A Bus from Intercape goes from Railway Station, Port Elizabeth (South Africa) at 7/25/2026 7:25:00 PM to Shell Ultra City, Mthatha (South Africa) arriving at 7/26/2026 3:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $25 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 15m
Intercape	8h 30m	7:25 PM	Port Elizabeth	Railway Station	3:55 AM	Mthatha	Station	Economy	$25	A Bus from Intercape goes from Railway Station, Port Elizabeth (South Africa) at 7/25/2026 7:25:00 PM to Station, Mthatha (South Africa) arriving at 7/26/2026 3:55:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $25 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 30m
Intercape	7h 55m	7:45 PM	Port Elizabeth	Engen	3:40 AM	Mthatha	Shell Ultra City	Economy	$25	A Bus from Intercape goes from Engen, Port Elizabeth (South Africa) at 7/25/2026 7:45:00 PM to Shell Ultra City, Mthatha (South Africa) arriving at 7/26/2026 3:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $25 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 55m
Intercity Xpress	7h 35m	3:45 PM	Port Elizabeth	Bus Station	11:20 PM	Mthatha	Station	Economy	$35	A Bus from Intercity Xpress goes from Bus Station, Port Elizabeth (South Africa) at 7/25/2026 3:45:00 PM to Station, Mthatha (South Africa) arriving at 7/25/2026 11:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $35 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 35m
Intercity Xpress	7h 5m	4:15 PM	Port Elizabeth	Bus Station	11:20 PM	Mthatha	Station	Economy	$35	A Bus from Intercity Xpress goes from Bus Station, Port Elizabeth (South Africa) at 7/25/2026 4:15:00 PM to Station, Mthatha (South Africa) arriving at 7/25/2026 11:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $35 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 5m

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Intercape	8h 10m	6:30 AM	Port Elizabeth	Engen	2:40 PM	Mthatha	Shell Ultra City	Economy	$21	A Bus from Intercape goes from Engen, Port Elizabeth (South Africa) at 7/26/2026 6:30:00 AM to Shell Ultra City, Mthatha (South Africa) arriving at 7/26/2026 2:40:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $21 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 10m
Intercape	8h 25m	6:30 AM	Port Elizabeth	Engen	2:55 PM	Mthatha	Station	Economy	$21	A Bus from Intercape goes from Engen, Port Elizabeth (South Africa) at 7/26/2026 6:30:00 AM to Station, Mthatha (South Africa) arriving at 7/26/2026 2:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $21 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 25m
Eagle Liner	8h 10m	5:15 AM	Port Elizabeth	Bus Station	1:25 PM	Mthatha	Station	Economy	$26	A Bus from Eagle Liner goes from Bus Station, Port Elizabeth (South Africa) at 7/26/2026 5:15:00 AM to Station, Mthatha (South Africa) arriving at 7/26/2026 1:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $26 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 10m
Eagle Liner	8h 30m	5:15 AM	Port Elizabeth	Bus Station	1:45 PM	Mthatha	Station	Economy	$26	A Bus from Eagle Liner goes from Bus Station, Port Elizabeth (South Africa) at 7/26/2026 5:15:00 AM to Station, Mthatha (South Africa) arriving at 7/26/2026 1:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $26 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 30m
APM	8h 15m	3:20 AM	Port Elizabeth	Bus Station	11:35 AM	Mthatha	Station	Economy	$29	A Bus from APM goes from Bus Station, Port Elizabeth (South Africa) at 7/26/2026 3:20:00 AM to Station, Mthatha (South Africa) arriving at 7/26/2026 11:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $29 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 15m

Cheapest bus trips Monday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Intercape	7h 50m	6:50 AM	Port Elizabeth	Intercape Office	2:40 PM	Mthatha	Shell Ultra City	Economy	$21	A Bus from Intercape goes from Intercape Office, Port Elizabeth (South Africa) at 7/27/2026 6:50:00 AM to Shell Ultra City, Mthatha (South Africa) arriving at 7/27/2026 2:40:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $21 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 50m
Intercape	8h 30m	7:25 PM	Port Elizabeth	Railway Station	3:55 AM	Mthatha	Station	Economy	$27	A Bus from Intercape goes from Railway Station, Port Elizabeth (South Africa) at 7/27/2026 7:25:00 PM to Station, Mthatha (South Africa) arriving at 7/28/2026 3:55:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $27 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 30m
Intercape	8h 15m	7:25 PM	Port Elizabeth	Railway Station	3:40 AM	Mthatha	Shell Ultra City	Economy	$27	A Bus from Intercape goes from Railway Station, Port Elizabeth (South Africa) at 7/27/2026 7:25:00 PM to Shell Ultra City, Mthatha (South Africa) arriving at 7/28/2026 3:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $27 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 15m
Intercape	8h 15m	5:30 PM	Port Elizabeth	Intercape Office	1:45 AM	Mthatha	Shell Ultra City	Economy	$29	A Bus from Intercape goes from Intercape Office, Port Elizabeth (South Africa) at 7/27/2026 5:30:00 PM to Shell Ultra City, Mthatha (South Africa) arriving at 7/28/2026 1:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $29 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 15m
Intercape	9h 0m	5:00 PM	Port Elizabeth	Railway Station	2:00 AM	Mthatha	Station	Economy	$29	A Bus from Intercape goes from Railway Station, Port Elizabeth (South Africa) at 7/27/2026 5:00:00 PM to Station, Mthatha (South Africa) arriving at 7/28/2026 2:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $29 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 0m

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Intercape	8h 10m	6:30 AM	Port Elizabeth	Engen	2:40 PM	Mthatha	Shell Ultra City	Economy	$21	A Bus from Intercape goes from Engen, Port Elizabeth (South Africa) at 7/28/2026 6:30:00 AM to Shell Ultra City, Mthatha (South Africa) arriving at 7/28/2026 2:40:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $21 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 10m
Eagle Liner	8h 10m	5:15 AM	Port Elizabeth	Bus Station	1:25 PM	Mthatha	Station	Economy	$26	A Bus from Eagle Liner goes from Bus Station, Port Elizabeth (South Africa) at 7/28/2026 5:15:00 AM to Station, Mthatha (South Africa) arriving at 7/28/2026 1:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $26 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 10m
Big Sky Intercity	8h 15m	7:25 PM	Port Elizabeth	Bus Station	3:40 AM	Mthatha	Station	Economy	$29	A Bus from Big Sky Intercity goes from Bus Station, Port Elizabeth (South Africa) at 7/28/2026 7:25:00 PM to Station, Mthatha (South Africa) arriving at 7/29/2026 3:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $29 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 15m
APM	7h 15m	6:45 PM	Port Elizabeth	Bus Station	2:00 AM	Mthatha	Station	Economy	$41	A Bus from APM goes from Bus Station, Port Elizabeth (South Africa) at 7/28/2026 6:45:00 PM to Station, Mthatha (South Africa) arriving at 7/29/2026 2:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $41 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 15m
Intercity Xpress	7h 35m	3:45 PM	Port Elizabeth	Bus Station	11:20 PM	Mthatha	Station	Economy	$42	A Bus from Intercity Xpress goes from Bus Station, Port Elizabeth (South Africa) at 7/28/2026 3:45:00 PM to Station, Mthatha (South Africa) arriving at 7/28/2026 11:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $42 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 35m

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Intercape	8h 10m	6:30 AM	Port Elizabeth	Engen	2:40 PM	Mthatha	Shell Ultra City	Economy	$21	A Bus from Intercape goes from Engen, Port Elizabeth (South Africa) at 7/29/2026 6:30:00 AM to Shell Ultra City, Mthatha (South Africa) arriving at 7/29/2026 2:40:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $21 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 10m
Intercape	8h 25m	6:30 AM	Port Elizabeth	Engen	2:55 PM	Mthatha	Station	Economy	$21	A Bus from Intercape goes from Engen, Port Elizabeth (South Africa) at 7/29/2026 6:30:00 AM to Station, Mthatha (South Africa) arriving at 7/29/2026 2:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $21 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 25m
APM	8h 10m	1:00 AM	Port Elizabeth	Bus Station	9:10 AM	Mthatha	Station	Economy	$26	A Bus from APM goes from Bus Station, Port Elizabeth (South Africa) at 7/29/2026 1:00:00 AM to Station, Mthatha (South Africa) arriving at 7/29/2026 9:10:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $26 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 10m
APM	7h 55m	1:00 AM	Port Elizabeth	Bus Station	8:55 AM	Mthatha	Station	Economy	$26	A Bus from APM goes from Bus Station, Port Elizabeth (South Africa) at 7/29/2026 1:00:00 AM to Station, Mthatha (South Africa) arriving at 7/29/2026 8:55:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $26 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 55m
Eagle Liner	8h 10m	5:15 AM	Port Elizabeth	Bus Station	1:25 PM	Mthatha	Station	Economy	$32	A Bus from Eagle Liner goes from Bus Station, Port Elizabeth (South Africa) at 7/29/2026 5:15:00 AM to Station, Mthatha (South Africa) arriving at 7/29/2026 1:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $32 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 10m

Cheapest bus trips Thursday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Intercape	8h 10m	6:30 AM	Port Elizabeth	Engen	2:40 PM	Mthatha	Shell Ultra City	Economy	$21	A Bus from Intercape goes from Engen, Port Elizabeth (South Africa) at 7/30/2026 6:30:00 AM to Shell Ultra City, Mthatha (South Africa) arriving at 7/30/2026 2:40:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $21 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 10m
Intercape	8h 25m	6:30 AM	Port Elizabeth	Engen	2:55 PM	Mthatha	Station	Economy	$21	A Bus from Intercape goes from Engen, Port Elizabeth (South Africa) at 7/30/2026 6:30:00 AM to Station, Mthatha (South Africa) arriving at 7/30/2026 2:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $21 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 25m
Eagle Liner	8h 10m	5:15 AM	Port Elizabeth	Bus Station	1:25 PM	Mthatha	Station	Economy	$26	A Bus from Eagle Liner goes from Bus Station, Port Elizabeth (South Africa) at 7/30/2026 5:15:00 AM to Station, Mthatha (South Africa) arriving at 7/30/2026 1:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $26 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 10m
Eagle Liner	8h 30m	5:15 AM	Port Elizabeth	Bus Station	1:45 PM	Mthatha	Station	Economy	$26	A Bus from Eagle Liner goes from Bus Station, Port Elizabeth (South Africa) at 7/30/2026 5:15:00 AM to Station, Mthatha (South Africa) arriving at 7/30/2026 1:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $26 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 30m
APM	7h 15m	6:45 PM	Port Elizabeth	Bus Station	2:00 AM	Mthatha	Station	Economy	$41	A Bus from APM goes from Bus Station, Port Elizabeth (South Africa) at 7/30/2026 6:45:00 PM to Station, Mthatha (South Africa) arriving at 7/31/2026 2:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $41 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 15m

Cheapest bus trips Friday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Intercape	8h 10m	6:30 AM	Port Elizabeth	Engen	2:40 PM	Mthatha	Shell Ultra City	Economy	$21	A Bus from Intercape goes from Engen, Port Elizabeth (South Africa) at 7/31/2026 6:30:00 AM to Shell Ultra City, Mthatha (South Africa) arriving at 7/31/2026 2:40:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $21 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 10m
Intercape	8h 25m	6:30 AM	Port Elizabeth	Engen	2:55 PM	Mthatha	Station	Economy	$21	A Bus from Intercape goes from Engen, Port Elizabeth (South Africa) at 7/31/2026 6:30:00 AM to Station, Mthatha (South Africa) arriving at 7/31/2026 2:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $21 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 25m
Eagle Liner	8h 30m	5:15 AM	Port Elizabeth	Eldo House	1:45 PM	Mthatha	Station	Economy	$27	A Bus from Eagle Liner goes from Eldo House, Port Elizabeth (South Africa) at 7/31/2026 5:15:00 AM to Station, Mthatha (South Africa) arriving at 7/31/2026 1:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $27 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 30m
Eagle Liner	8h 10m	5:15 AM	Port Elizabeth	Eldo House	1:25 PM	Mthatha	Tembuland Gas Station	Economy	$27	A Bus from Eagle Liner goes from Eldo House, Port Elizabeth (South Africa) at 7/31/2026 5:15:00 AM to Tembuland Gas Station, Mthatha (South Africa) arriving at 7/31/2026 1:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $27 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 10m
Intercity Xpress	7h 35m	5:15 AM	Port Elizabeth	Eldo House	12:50 PM	Mthatha	Shell Ultra City	Economy	$32	A Bus from Intercity Xpress goes from Eldo House, Port Elizabeth (South Africa) at 7/31/2026 5:15:00 AM to Shell Ultra City, Mthatha (South Africa) arriving at 7/31/2026 12:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $32 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 35m

Frequency of bus connections between Port Elizabeth and Mthatha

See here how frequent the connections between Port Elizabeth and Mthatha are, during different times and days of the week.

Friday is the busiest day, with more than 84 daily buses from Port Elizabeth to Mthatha. Monday has instead the fewest connections, with only 6 daily coaches between Port Elizabeth and Mthatha.

The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 134 buses from Port Elizabeth to Mthatha, while Night sees the fewest connections between Port Elizabeth and Mthatha, with 80 offers.

Test cheapest views

The cheapest bus for the 7/21/2026 costs just $20, from Intercape

Facts about the bus from Port Elizabeth to Mthatha

Compare all providers like Intercape, Intercity Xpress and Big Sky Intercity that travel 56 times every day by bus from Port Elizabeth to Mthatha in one click! Book your bus ticket from Port Elizabeth to Mthatha starting from $20!

Cheapest Bus	$20
Fastest Bus	7h 5m
Earliest Bus	3:45 PM
Latest Bus	7:55 PM
Daily Bus Routes	56 Ø
Distance	246.8 miles
Bus Companies	Intercape, Intercity Xpress, Big Sky Intercity, APM and Eagle Liner

Cheapest bus connections from Port Elizabeth to Mthatha

Every day, 56 buses from 5 bus companies leave Port Elizabeth for Mthatha: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 07/25/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday 07/19

Monday 07/20

Tuesday 07/21

Wednesday 07/22

Thursday 07/23

Friday 07/24

Saturday 07/25

$21

Sunday 07/26

$21

Monday 07/27

$23

Tuesday 07/28

$21

Wednesday 07/29

$21

Thursday 07/30

$21

Friday 07/31

$21

Saturday 08/01

$21

Sunday 08/02

$21

Monday 08/03

$21

Tuesday 08/04

$21

Wednesday 08/05

$21

Thursday 08/06

$21

Friday 08/07

$28

Saturday 08/08

$40

Sunday 08/09

$40

Monday 08/10

$25

Tuesday 08/11

$29

Wednesday 08/12

$21

Thursday 08/13

Friday 08/14

$21

Saturday 08/15

The cheapest time to travel from Port Elizabeth to Mthatha

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Port Elizabeth to Mthatha, for the next 30 days.

With a price starting from $21, Sunday is the cheapest day for a bus from Port Elizabeth to Mthatha. Saturday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $21.

Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Port Elizabeth to Mthatha, with $21. Afternoon is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $27.

How to save money travelling from Port Elizabeth to Mthatha

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Port Elizabeth to Mthatha in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Port Elizabeth to Mthatha, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later buses from Port Elizabeth to Mthatha are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Port Elizabeth to Mthatha

These are the most booked bus companies between Port Elizabeth to Mthatha from our users.

Intercity Xpress from Port Elizabeth to Mthatha

Here you will find the key facts about the Intercity Xpress bus route Port Elizabeth to Mthatha:

Cheapest Price	$31
Fastest Bus	7h 5m
Earliest Bus	3:45 PM
Last Bus	4:15 PM
Daily Connections	8 Ø
Found on	7/16/2026

Intercape from Port Elizabeth to Mthatha

Here you will find the key facts about the Intercape bus route Port Elizabeth to Mthatha:

Cheapest Price	$21
Fastest Bus	7h 40m
Earliest Bus	5:00 PM
Last Bus	7:55 PM
Daily Connections	32 Ø
Found on	7/16/2026

All bus stations and stops in Port Elizabeth and Mthatha

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Port Elizabeth and Mthatha.

BP Bus Station

Cape Road 61

Bus Station

Eldo House

Westview Drive 97

Engen

Cape Road 314

Perridgevale Centre

Storey Road 4

Shell Ultra City

Nelson Mandela Drive N2

Station

Nelson Mandela Drive 33

Chatam St. & Sutherland St.

Tembuland Gas Station

Momelezi Road 3

Service and Comfort on the bus from Port Elizabeth to Mthatha

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from Port Elizabeth to Mthatha? Or which bus companies serve the route Port Elizabeth to Mthatha? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Port Elizabeth to Mthatha bus

How much does a Port Elizabeth Mthatha bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $20 and takes 8h 25m to reach Mthatha. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Port Elizabeth to Mthatha?

This route is offered by 5 companies with a range of ticket prices between $20 and $61. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Mthatha.

On average, how many connections are available from Port Elizabeth to Mthatha each day?

Every day, the Port Elizabeth to Mthatha bus route is served by approximately 56 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Port Elizabeth to Mthatha take?

The fastest bus from Port Elizabeth to Mthatha is offered by Intercity Xpress and takes 7h 5m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $35. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Port Elizabeth to Mthatha?

The earliest bus arriving in Mthatha from Port Elizabeth starts at 3:45 PM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last bus from Port Elizabeth to Mthatha?

The latest bus trip departing from Port Elizabeth for Mthatha starts at 7:55 PM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Port Elizabeth Mthatha route?

When traveling by bus from Port Elizabeth to Mthatha, passengers can travel with Intercape, Intercity Xpress and Big Sky Intercity. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Port Elizabeth and Mthatha?

You can check all the direct connections between Port Elizabeth and Mthatha by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: Intercape, Intercity Xpress and Big Sky Intercity.

What can I take with me on the Port Elizabeth to Mthatha bus route?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the Port Elizabeth Mthatha bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Port Elizabeth Mthatha bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make traveling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Port Elizabeth to Mthatha on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Port Elizabeth to Mthatha

Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

More bus routes to Port Elizabeth and to Mthatha

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Port Elizabeth and to Mthatha. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!