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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | RIVIERSONDEREND | CAPE TOWN | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Shell Ultra City, N2 | Bellville - 8 Mabel St. | Fastest | ||||
 | Bus | Riviersonderend (Astron Energy) | Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road) | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Riviersonderend (Astron Energy) | Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Shell Ultra City, N2 | Cape Town, 1 Old Marine Drive | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 5:17 PM SAST.
Get from Riviersonderend to Cape Town
The journey takes about 2 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just $28, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Riviersonderend and Cape Town?
Stops in Riviersonderend
- A
Riviersonderend - Shell Ultra City, 1 Main Street
Shell Ultra City, 1 Main Street, Riviersonderend, 7250, South Africa
Stops in Cape Town
- A
Bus Station - Old Marine Drive
Old Marine Drive Unit 11, Long Distance Bus Facility, Cape Town Station - B8 Mabel St, Oakdale, Cape Town, 7530, South Africa
- 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
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Riviersonderend 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.
How much is the bus ticket from Riviersonderend to Cape Town?
The cheapest bus tickets from Riviersonderend to Cape Town start from $28. The average price for this route is around $37. 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 Riviersonderend to Cape Town?
The average bus travel time from Riviersonderend to Cape Town is 2h 50m, covering a distance of 122 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1h 55m and is operated by Milta Coaches.
Which bus companies service the Riviersonderend to Cape Town route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 16 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Big Sky, APM WC, Intercity Xpress, Greyhound South Africa, Milta Coaches, Williams Coaches, Flexi City Connect.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Riviersonderend to Cape Town?
The earliest bus departs from Riviersonderend to Cape Town at 3:45am. And the latest bus departs at 5:40pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Riviersonderend to Cape Town?
A bus trip from Riviersonderend to Cape Town generates an estimated 3 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 Riviersonderend to Cape Town?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Williams Coaches, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 565 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Riviersonderend to Cape Town?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Williams Coaches has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.2.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Riviersonderend to Cape Town?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Williams Coaches, with a punctuality rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Riviersonderend to Cape Town?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Williams Coaches, with a cleanliness rating of 4.8 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 Riviersonderend to Cape Town was searched and found on Dec 8, 2025 with a price of $25To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Riviersonderend to Cape Town, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $25 to $99 for a bus ticket from Riviersonderend to Cape Town based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $25 which is on 2025-12-08.
Usually Intercity Xpress, Greyhound South Africa 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.
