Based on 3102 reviews, the company was rated 3.6 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the WiFi. Big Sky ticket prices on this trip start at $79
Based on 44269 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the WiFi. Intercape ticket prices on this trip start at $73
Intercape Mainliner Cape Town Pinetown recent customer reviews
The bus took longer to arrive. It delay with more than 3 hours. Drivers were not communicating at all.
2 out of 5 stars
Thimna T.
Bus arrived late, breaks failed, took too long to bring a replacement then sat am hour in the replacement waiting to get on the road and even the replacement double decker had leaks. Not good at all
1 out of 5 stars
Robyn K.
We could barely breathe in that bus, which caused nausea and vomiting for me and my daughter.
No windows and air conditioning that barely works made my trip miserable.
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cape Town to Pinetown 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 Cape Town to Pinetown?
The cheapest bus tickets from Cape Town to Pinetown start from $73. The average price for this route is around $104. 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 Cape Town to Pinetown?
The average bus travel time from Cape Town to Pinetown is 1d 2h, covering a distance of 1238 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 23h and is operated by Big Sky.
Which bus companies service the Cape Town to Pinetown route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from Big Sky, Intercape.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Cape Town to Pinetown?
The earliest bus departs from Cape Town to Pinetown at 7:30am. And the latest bus departs at 7:15pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cape Town to Pinetown?
A bus trip from Cape Town to Pinetown generates an estimated 31 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Cape Town to Pinetown?
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 3015 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Cape Town to Pinetown?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Big Sky has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.5.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Cape Town to Pinetown?
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.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Cape Town to Pinetown?
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
12-01
$135
12-02
$126
Today
$119
12-04
$123
12-05
$108
12-06
$104
12-07
$119
12-08
$119
The cheapest trip from Cape Town to Pinetown was searched and found on Dec 6, 2025 with a price of $104
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 Pinetown, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $104 to $162 for a bus ticket from Cape Town to Pinetown based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $104 which is on 2025-12-06.
Usually Intercape 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.
The cheapest trip from Cape Town to Pinetown was searched and found on Dec 6, 2025 with a price of $104
