How much is the bus ticket from Cape Town to Riversdale?

The cheapest coach tickets from Cape Town to Riversdale start from £14. The average price for this route is around £25. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Cape Town to Riversdale?

The average bus journey time from Cape Town to Riversdale is 4h 50m, covering a distance of 162 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 4h 5m and is operated by Intercity Xpress .

Which bus companies service the Cape Town to Riversdale route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 29 buses available per day, including services from Intercape , Big Sky , APM WC , Intercity Xpress , Eagle Liner , Greyhound South Africa , Milta Coaches , Williams Coaches .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Cape Town to Riversdale?

The earliest bus departs from Cape Town to Riversdale at 06:00. And the latest bus departs at 19:45.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cape Town to Riversdale?

A bus journey from Cape Town to Riversdale produces an estimated 7 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Which is the best bus company from Cape Town to Riversdale?

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 company has the best Wi-Fi from Cape Town to Riversdale?

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Williams Coaches has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.2.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Cape Town to Riversdale?

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 Cape Town to Riversdale?

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.

Bus Cape Town to Riversdale from £16 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Cape Town to Riversdale on 7 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	18:30	Unit 2 Intercape Office, Old Marine Drive (Cape Town Station)	5h 20m	23:50	Shell Garage, N2 (next to Spur)	Cheapest
Bus	18:45	Bellville - 8 Mabel St.	4h 5m	22:50	Riversdale - Pit Stop N2, Riversdale, 6670	Fastest
Bus	19:00	CAPE TOWN	4h 35m	23:35	RIVERSDALE	No tags
Bus	15:30	Unit 2 Intercape Office, Old Marine Drive (Cape Town Station)	4h 45m	20:15	Shell Garage, N2 (next to Spur)	No tags
Bus	19:00	Unit 2 Intercape Office, Old Marine Drive (Cape Town Station)	5h 20m	00:20	Shell Garage, N2 (next to Spur)	No tags

Next departures from Cape Town to Riversdale on 10 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	07:30	Unit 2 Intercape Office, Old Marine Drive (Cape Town Station)	5h	12:30	Shell Garage, N2 (next to Spur)	Cheapest
Bus	18:45	Bellville - 8 Mabel St.	4h 5m	22:50	Riversdale - Pit Stop N2, Riversdale, 6670	Fastest
Bus	19:00	CAPE TOWN	4h 35m	23:35	RIVERSDALE	No tags
Bus	06:00	Unit 2 Intercape Office, Old Marine Drive (Cape Town Station)	5h 15m	11:15	Shell Garage, N2 (next to Spur)	No tags
Bus	07:30	Unit 2 Intercape Office, Old Marine Drive (Cape Town Station)	5h	12:30	Shell Garage, N2 (next to Spur)	No tags

Next departures from Cape Town to Riversdale on 12 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	18:30	Unit 2 Intercape Office, Old Marine Drive (Cape Town Station)	4h 30m	23:00	Shell Garage, N2 (next to Spur)	Cheapest
Bus	18:45	Bellville - 8 Mabel St.	3h 20m	22:05	Riversdale - Pit Stop N2, Riversdale, 6670	Fastest
Bus	06:00	Unit 2 Intercape Office, Old Marine Drive (Cape Town Station)	5h 15m	11:15	Shell Garage, N2 (next to Spur)	No tags
Bus	07:30	Unit 2 Intercape Office, Old Marine Drive (Cape Town Station)	5h	12:30	Shell Garage, N2 (next to Spur)	No tags
Bus	18:30	Cape Town, 1 Old Marine Drive	5h 50m	00:20	Shell Garage, N2 (next to Spur)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 11:57 SAST.

Get from Cape Town to Riversdale

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 4 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just £14, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

29bus per day

4h 50mAverage duration

162 milesDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Cape Town and Riversdale?

Stops in Cape Town

A
Bellville - 8 Mabel St.
8 Mabel St, Oakdale, Cape Town, 7530, South Africa
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B
Bus Station - Old Marine Drive
Old Marine Drive Unit 11, Long Distance Bus Facility, Cape Town Station
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C
Bus Station - Civic Centre
1 Old Marine Dr, Foreshore, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa
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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 Riversdale

A
Shell Garage, N2 (next to Spur)
Shell Garage, N2 (next to Spur), 6 N2, Riversdale, 6670, South Africa
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Compare bus companies

Intercape

3.5/544,337 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi1.2

Users have shared positive feedback about their travel experiences, highlighting the cleanliness and punctuality of the service. However, there was a mention regarding concerns with air conditioning not functioning as expected. Overall, travelers appreciated the tidy environment and timely schedules provided during their journeys.

Intercape Mainliner Cape Town Riversdale recent customer reviews

One of the good experiences. Everything clean, tidy and on time from start to finish.

Jan K.

1 January 2025

I had the Impression that the Airconditioning wasn‘t working quite like it was supposed to

Martha Louisa O.

2 February 2023

Awesome, comfortable. Stops too short (30mins better) aircon intermittent. Extend trip time by 30mins so people don’t feel so rushed - then more comfortable trip with realistic duration expectation. Will take bus again for sure 👌

Kieron G.

15 December 2021

Big Sky

3.5/53,121 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.2

WiFi1.5

APM WC

2/52,797 reviews

Staff2.7

Timeliness1.1

Cleanliness2.7

WiFi0.5

Intercity Xpress

3/511,152 reviews

Staff4

Timeliness2.6

Cleanliness3.8

WiFi1.1

Eagle Liner

3/510,447 reviews

Staff3.7

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness3.6

WiFi0.8

Greyhound South Africa

3/59,200 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4

WiFi1.3

Milta Coaches

3/51 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness0

Cleanliness5

Williams Coaches

4.5/5566 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness4.6

Cleanliness4.8

WiFi2.2

ZA Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Cape Town to Riversdale, ZA

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much is the bus ticket from Cape Town to Riversdale?
The cheapest coach tickets from Cape Town to Riversdale start from £14. The average price for this route is around £25. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Cape Town to Riversdale?
The average bus journey time from Cape Town to Riversdale is 4h 50m, covering a distance of 162 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 4h 5m and is operated by Intercity Xpress.
Which bus companies service the Cape Town to Riversdale route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 29 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Big Sky, APM WC, Intercity Xpress, Eagle Liner, Greyhound South Africa, Milta Coaches, Williams Coaches.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Cape Town to Riversdale?
The earliest bus departs from Cape Town to Riversdale at 06:00. And the latest bus departs at 19:45.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cape Town to Riversdale?
A bus journey from Cape Town to Riversdale produces an estimated 7 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from Cape Town to Riversdale?
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 company has the best Wi-Fi from Cape Town to Riversdale?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Williams Coaches has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.2.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Cape Town to Riversdale?
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 Cape Town to Riversdale?
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.

Best price found

05/12

£19

06/12

£16

Today

£28

08/12

No data

09/12

No data

10/12

£25

11/12

No data

12/12

£22

The cheapest trip from Cape Town to Riversdale, ZA was searched and found on 6 Dec 2025 with a price of £16

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 Riversdale, ZA as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £16 to £93 for a bus ticket from Cape Town to Riversdale, ZA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £22, which is on 2025-12-12.