Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Carletonville, Engen Garage (Fochville Crossing) | Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2 | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Carletonville, Engen Garage (Fochville Crossing) | Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2 | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Carletonville, Engen Garage (Fochville Crossing) | Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2 | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Carletonville, Engen Garage (Fochville Crossing) | Intercape Office, King Edward Street (opposite Train Station) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Carletonville, Engen Garage (Fochville Crossing) | Intercape Office, King Edward Street (opposite Train Station) | No tags |
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Get from Carletonville to Mthatha
The journey takes about 15 hours 55 minutes, and with fares starting at just £27, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Carletonville and Mthatha?
Stops in Carletonville
- A
Carletonville
30 Kruis St, Fochville, 2515, South Africa - B
Total Garage
Total, 5333 Osmium St, Carletonville, 2499 - C
Caltex Garage
Celtex, 78 Annan Rd, Carletonville, 2499
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
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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Carletonville to Mthatha
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much is the bus ticket from Carletonville to Mthatha?
The cheapest coach tickets from Carletonville to Mthatha start from £27. The average price for this route is around £39. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Carletonville to Mthatha?
The average bus journey time from Carletonville to Mthatha is 15h 55m, covering a distance of 364 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 13h 30m and is operated by APM WC.
Which bus companies service the Carletonville to Mthatha route?
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Carletonville to Mthatha?
The earliest bus departs from Carletonville to Mthatha at 18:50. And the latest bus departs at 18:50.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Carletonville to Mthatha?
A bus journey from Carletonville to Mthatha produces an estimated 15 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from Carletonville 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 company has the best Wi-Fi from Carletonville to Mthatha?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Intercape has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.2.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Carletonville to Mthatha?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual 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 Carletonville 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.
The cheapest trip from Carletonville to Mthatha was searched and found on 19 Dec 2025 with a price of £46To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Carletonville to Mthatha as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £46 to £61 for a bus ticket from Carletonville to Mthatha based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £46, which is on 2025-12-19.
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