Bus from Cape Town to Fort Beaufort: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Cape Town to Fort Beaufort on December 10
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
APMWCBus
    Train Station, 1 Old Marine Dr.
    Fort Beaufort - Total Garage, Grahamstown RoadCheapest
    Intercape MainlinerBus
    Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)
    Fort Beaufort - Total Garage, Grahamstown RoadFastest
    Jacobs CoachesBus
      Bus Station - Civic Centre
      Total Garage, Grahamstown Rd.No tags
      Intercape MainlinerBus
      Unit 2 Intercape Office, Old Marine Drive (Cape Town Station)
      Fort Beaufort - Total Garage, Grahamstown RoadNo tags
      Big SkyBus
        Unit 2 Intercape Office, Old Marine Drive (Cape Town Station)
        Fort Beaufort - Total Garage, Grahamstown RoadNo tags

        Last refresh of the prices: Today at 9:25 PM SAST.

        Get from Cape Town to Fort Beaufort

        This route is served by bus only

        The journey takes about 14 hours 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just $39, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

        8bus per day
        14h 45mAverage Duration
        771 kmDistance
        19kgCO₂ emissions

        Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cape Town to Fort Beaufort by bus

        Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

        1. How much is the bus ticket from Cape Town to Fort Beaufort?

          The cheapest bus tickets from Cape Town to Fort Beaufort start from $39. The average price for this route is around $68. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

        2. How long is the bus ride from Cape Town to Fort Beaufort?

          The average bus travel time from Cape Town to Fort Beaufort is 14h 45m, covering a distance of 771 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 8h and is operated by Badela.

        3. Which bus companies service the Cape Town to Fort Beaufort route?

          Several major bus companies operate on this route with 8 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Big Sky, Badela, APM WC, Jacobs Coaches, Flexi City Connect, Mini Mobile, BM Tours.

        4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Cape Town to Fort Beaufort?

          The earliest bus departs from Cape Town to Fort Beaufort at 1:00pm. And the latest bus departs at 9:00pm.

        5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cape Town to Fort Beaufort?

          A bus trip from Cape Town to Fort Beaufort generates an estimated 19 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

        6. What is the best bus company from Cape Town to Fort Beaufort?

          According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Big Sky, with an average rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars based on 3118 reviews.

        7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Cape Town to Fort Beaufort?

          Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Badela has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.0.

        8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Cape Town to Fort Beaufort?

          According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Big Sky, with a punctuality rating of 3.3 out of 5 stars.

        9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Cape Town to Fort Beaufort?

          According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Big Sky, with a cleanliness rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars.

        Find cheapest prices for buses

        Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

        Best price found
        12-07
        $55
        12-08
        $61
        Today
        $46
        12-10
        $55
        12-11
        $60
        12-12
        $69
        12-13
        $69
        12-14
        $69
        busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Cape Town to Fort Beaufort was searched and found on Dec 9, 2025 with a price of $46

        To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Cape Town to Fort Beaufort, as early as possible.

        You can expect to pay from $46 to $921,442 for a bus ticket from Cape Town to Fort Beaufort based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $55 which is on 2025-12-10.

        Usually Intercape, Big Sky will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

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