Bus from Queenstown, ZA to Cape Town: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Queenstown to Cape Town on December 4
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
APMWCBus
    Railway Station
    Train Station, 1 Old Marine Dr.Cheapest
    BadelaBus
      QUEENSTOWN
      CAPE TOWNFastest
      Big SkyBus
        Intercape Office, Cathcart Road (next to Sasol Garage)
        Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)No tags
        Intercape BudgetlinerBus
        Intercape Office, Cathcart Road (next to Sasol Garage)
        Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)No tags
        BadelaBus
          QUEENSTOWN
          CAPE TOWNNo tags

          Last refresh of the prices: Today at 10:32 PM SAST.

          Get from Queenstown to Cape Town

          This route is served by bus only

          The journey takes about 12 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just $28, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

          52bus per day
          12h 20mAverage Duration
          802 kmDistance
          20kgCO₂ emissions

          Frequently asked questions about travelling from Queenstown, ZA to Cape Town 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 Queenstown to Cape Town?

            The cheapest bus tickets from Queenstown to Cape Town start from $28. The average price for this route is around $58. 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 Queenstown to Cape Town?

            The average bus travel time from Queenstown to Cape Town is 12h 20m, covering a distance of 802 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 10h 10m and is operated by Ramalo.

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

            Several major bus companies operate on this route with 52 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Big Sky, APM WC, Makalala Transport, Gxaweni, Eagle Liner, Delta Coaches, Badela, Wez We Coaches, Flexi City Connect, Jobela Star, Mavumisa Transport, Nobles, Chilwans Express, ilulaBus, FF Gertse, Ramalo.

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

            The earliest bus departs from Queenstown to Cape Town at 11:45am. And the latest bus departs at 10:00pm.

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

            A bus trip from Queenstown to Cape Town generates an estimated 20 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 Queenstown to Cape Town?

            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.

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

            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 Queenstown to Cape Town?

            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 Queenstown to Cape Town?

            According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Ramalo, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 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
          $35
          12-02
          $32
          Today
          $35
          12-04
          $28
          12-05
          $29
          12-06
          $28
          12-07
          $29
          12-08
          $30
          busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Queenstown, ZA to Cape Town was searched and found on Dec 4, 2025 with a price of $28

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

          You can expect to pay from $28 to $93 for a bus ticket from Queenstown, ZA to Cape Town based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $28 which is on 2025-12-04.

          Usually Big Sky, Mavumisa Transport 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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