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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | PAARL - Shell Garage, 25 Main Rd, Southern Paarl | 83 High Street - Heinz Motors | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street | Matatiele, BP Garage, 115 Main Street | No tags | ||||
| Bus | PAARL - Shell Garage, 25 Main Rd, Southern Paarl | 83 High Street - Heinz Motors | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street | Matatiele, BP Garage, 115 Main Street | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street | Matatiele, BP Garage, 115 Main Street | No tags |
Get from Paarl to Matatiele
The journey takes about 20 hours 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just $55, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Paarl to Matatiele 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 Paarl to Matatiele?
The cheapest bus tickets from Paarl to Matatiele start from $55. The average price for this route is around $101. 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 Paarl to Matatiele?
The average bus travel time from Paarl to Matatiele is 20h 45m, covering a distance of 1003 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 17h 45m and is operated by Makalala Transport.
Which bus companies service the Paarl to Matatiele route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Makalala Transport.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Paarl to Matatiele?
The earliest bus departs from Paarl to Matatiele at 5:45pm. And the latest bus departs at 6:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Paarl to Matatiele?
A bus trip from Paarl to Matatiele generates an estimated 25 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 Paarl to Matatiele?
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 43907 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Paarl to Matatiele?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Intercape has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.2.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Paarl to Matatiele?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Intercape, with a punctuality rating of 3.1 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Paarl to Matatiele?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Intercape, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 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 Paarl to Matatiele was searched and found on Dec 3, 2025 with a price of $83To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Paarl to Matatiele, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $83 to $127 for a bus ticket from Paarl to Matatiele based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $89 which is on 2025-12-06.
