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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | 1 Old Marine Dr., Forshore | Caltex - 3 R61 - Tarkastad | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | CAPE TOWN | TARKASTAD | Fastest | ||||
 | Bus | Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road) | Tarkastad - Caltex Garage (R61) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | CAPE TOWN | TARKASTAD | No tags | ||||
| Bus | 1 Old Marine Dr., Forshore | Caltex - 3 R61 - Tarkastad | No tags |
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Get from Cape Town to Tarkastad
The journey takes about 11 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just $28, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Cape Town and Tarkastad?
Stops in Cape Town
- A8 Mabel St, Oakdale, Cape Town, 7530, South Africa
- B
Bus Station - Old Marine Drive
Old Marine Drive Unit 11, Long Distance Bus Facility, Cape Town Station - C1 Old Marine Dr, Foreshore, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa
- D
Civic Centre
8001,, Foreshore, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa - E
Bellville
8 Mabel St, Oakdale, Cape Town, 7530, South Africa - F
Bellville - Oakdale
Caltex Garage,, 140 Durban Road,, Oakdale,, Bellville ,, Cape Town
Stops in Tarkastad
- A
Tarkastad
Tarkastad Cafe, 27 R61, Tarkastad, 5370, South Africa
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cape Town to Tarkastad 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 Tarkastad?
The cheapest bus tickets from Cape Town to Tarkastad start from $28. The average price for this route is around $55. 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 Tarkastad?
The average bus travel time from Cape Town to Tarkastad is 11h 20m, covering a distance of 762 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 9h and is operated by Badela.
Which bus companies service the Cape Town to Tarkastad route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 24 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, APM WC, Makalala Transport, Eagle Liner, Badela, Big Sky, Flexi City Connect, Gxaweni, Ramalo, Chilwans Express.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Cape Town to Tarkastad?
The earliest bus departs from Cape Town to Tarkastad at 2:30pm. And the latest bus departs at 8:15pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cape Town to Tarkastad?
A bus trip from Cape Town to Tarkastad generates an estimated 19 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 Tarkastad?
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 45776 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Cape Town to Tarkastad?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Badela has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.0.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Cape Town to Tarkastad?
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 Tarkastad?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Ramalo, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 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 Cape Town to Tarkastad was searched and found on Mar 6, 2026 with a price of $27To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Cape Town to Tarkastad, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $27 to $86 for a bus ticket from Cape Town to Tarkastad based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $27 which is on 2026-03-06.
Usually Badela 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.
