What is the cheapest way to get from Bloemfontein to Mthatha?

The cheapest way to get from Bloemfontein to Mthatha is to bus which costs R 500 - R 700 and takes 9h 45m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bloemfontein to Mthatha?

The fastest way to get from Bloemfontein to Mthatha is to fly which takes 3h 55m and costs R 3 300 - R 3 900.

Is there a direct bus between Bloemfontein and Mthatha?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Bloemfontein and arriving at Mthatha. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 9h 45m.

How far is it from Bloemfontein to Mthatha?

The distance between Bloemfontein and Mthatha is 379 km. The road distance is 519.7 km.

How do I travel from Bloemfontein to Mthatha without a car?

The best way to get from Bloemfontein to Mthatha without a car is to bus which takes 9h 45m and costs R 500 - R 700.

How long does it take to get from Bloemfontein to Mthatha?

It takes approximately 3h 55m to get from Bloemfontein to Mthatha, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bloemfontein to Mthatha bus from?

Bloemfontein to Mthatha bus services, operated by Greyhound ZA, depart from Bloemfontein station.

Bus or fly from Bloemfontein to Mthatha?

The best way to get from Bloemfontein to Mthatha is to fly which takes 3h 55m and costs R 3 300 - R 3 900. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs R 500 - R 700 and takes 9h 45m.

Where does the Bloemfontein to Mthatha bus arrive?

Bloemfontein to Mthatha bus services, operated by Greyhound ZA, arrive at Mthatha station.

Can I drive from Bloemfontein to Mthatha?

Yes, the driving distance between Bloemfontein to Mthatha is 520 km. It takes approximately 7h 13m to drive from Bloemfontein to Mthatha.

Where can I stay near Mthatha?

There are 58+ hotels available in Mthatha.

Bloemfontein to Mthatha - 4 ways to travel via plane, bus, car, and taxi

There are 4 ways to get from Bloemfontein to Mthatha by plane, bus (Greyhound), car, or taxi

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly from Bram Fischer International Airport
best
1. Fly from Bram Fischer International Airport (BFN) to Mthatha Airport (UTT)plane BFN - UTT
3h 55m
R 3,295–3,840
Bus (Greyhound)
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bloemfontein to Mthathabus 17210
9h 45m
R 500–700
Drive 519.7 km
1. Drive from Bloemfontein to Mthathacar 519.7 km
7h 13m
R 1,144–1,653
Taxi to Kimberley, fly
1. Take the taxi from Bloemfontein to Kimberley (KIM)taxi
2. Fly from Kimberley (KIM) to Mthatha Airport (UTT)plane KIM - UTT
6h 23m
R 4,444–7,834

Bram Fischer International Airport (BFN) to Mthatha Airport (UTT) flights

17Weekly Planes

4h 4mAverage Duration

R 2,611Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Bloemfontein to Mthatha.

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Distance: 379.4 km
Duration: 3h 55m

What companies run services between Bloemfontein, South Africa and Mthatha, South Africa?

Airlink and CemAir fly from Bram Fischer International Airport (BFN) to Mthatha Airport (UTT) twice daily. Alternatively, Greyhound ZA operates a bus from Bloemfontein to Mthatha once daily. Tickets cost R 500–700 and the journey takes 9h 45m.

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