Mthatha to Cape Town by bus
Cape Town lies 1,003 km (623 mi) west of Mthatha, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 18 h 14 min including stops, over roughly 1,223 km (760 mi) of road.
| Mthatha | Cape Town | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | South Africa | South Africa |
| Population | 164,848 | 4.8 million |
| Elevation | 694 m (2,277 ft) | 25 m (82 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Africa/Johannesburg) | UTC+2 (Africa/Johannesburg) |
Where to book buses from Mthatha to Cape Town
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Staying in Cape Town
Our booking partner lists 6,750+ places to stay in Cape Town (statistics below are from the first 1,000). Of the 810 with a star rating, the largest group is 4-star (570), and 70 are five-star. Across 640 properties with at least 50 reviews, the average guest score is 9 out of 10. Guests have left 386,360 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Cape Town from Mthatha?
1,003 km (623 mi) in a straight line, west of Mthatha; by road roughly 1,223 km (760 mi).
How long does it take to get from Mthatha to Cape Town by bus?
About 18 h 14 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Mthatha and Cape Town?
No, both are on Africa/Johannesburg at the moment.
Where can I stay in Cape Town?
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Where these facts come from
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- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.