Previously seen trips
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Intercape + Citiliner | Bus | BP Garage, Waterfall Mall (opposite McDonalds) | Greyhound Office, St Margaret’s House, Cnr Victoria and Madera Str, Mthatha | ||||
Eagle Liner + Intercape | Bus | BP Garage, Waterfall Mall (opposite McDonalds) | Shell Ultra City | ||||
Intercape + Eagle Liner | Bus | BP Garage, Waterfall Mall (opposite McDonalds) | Shell Ultra City | ||||
 | Bus | Shell Ultra City, Waterfall Johannesburg Rd. | Mthatha (Station) - Mthatha Railway Station, King Edward Street, Norwood | ||||
| Bus | Shell Ultra City, Waterfall Johannesburg Rd. | Circle Triangle Mall Bus Rank |
Get from Rustenburg to Mthatha
The journey takes about 12 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just CLP 40,026, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Bus stations and stops in Rustenburg and Mthatha
Stops in Rustenburg
- A
BP Garage, Waterfall Mall (opposite McDonalds)
BP Garage (opposite McDonalds), Cashan, Rustenburg, 2999, South Africa
Stops in Mthatha
- A
Southridge Park - Shell Ultra City
Shell Ultra City, N2, Southridge Park, Mthatha, 5100, South Africa - B
Umtata Station
King Edward Street, opposite Train Station, Norwood, Mthatha, 5160, South Africa
Compare bus companies
Nombewu Brothers Transport offers 1 daily buses from Rustenburg to Mthatha. Though the average price for this trip is CLP 41,363, you can find tickets starting at CLP 40,026. The trip between the two cities usually takes about 12 hours 30 minutes.
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Rustenburg 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 Rustenburg to Mthatha?
The cheapest bus tickets from Rustenburg to Mthatha start from CLP 40,026. The average price for this route is around CLP 41,170. 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 Rustenburg to Mthatha?
The average bus trip duration from Rustenburg to Mthatha is 12h 30m, covering a distance of 418 miles (673 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 12h 30m and is operated by Nombewu Brothers Transport.
Which bus companies service the Rustenburg to Mthatha route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Rustenburg to Mthatha?
The earliest bus departs from Rustenburg to Mthatha at 8:30pm. And the latest bus departs at 8:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Rustenburg to Mthatha?
A bus trip from Rustenburg to Mthatha generates an estimated 16.821225000000002 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel 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 Rustenburg to Mthatha was searched and found on Jul 31, 2026 with a price of CLP 37,746To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Rustenburg to Mthatha, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from CLP 37,746 to CLP 38,004 for a bus ticket from Rustenburg to Mthatha based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at CLP 38,004 which is on 2026-08-07.
