How much does a bus ticket from Tarkastad to Cape Town cost?

The bus ticket price from Tarkastad to Cape Town starts at R 363. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Tarkastad to Cape Town is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the bus ride from Tarkastad to Cape Town?

The average travel time between Tarkastad and Cape Town is around 11h, although the fastest bus will take about 9h 10m. This is the time it takes to travel the 763 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between Tarkastad and Cape Town?

The number of buses from Tarkastad to Cape Town can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 26 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Tarkastad to Cape Town by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Tarkastad to Cape Town?

When taking the bus from Tarkastad to Cape Town, you can travel comfortably and safely with Intercape, APM WC, Makalala Transport.

Bus Tarkastad to Cape Town from R 365 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Tarkastad to Cape Town on 13 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	21:25	Caltex Garage, Corner Grey	10h 35m	08:00	Train Station, 1 Old Marine Dr.	Cheapest
Bus	16:50	TARKASTAD	9h 10m	02:00	CAPE TOWN	Fastest
Bus	15:55	Tarkastad - Caltex Garage (R61)	15h 50m	07:45	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	No tags
Bus	17:00	TARKASTAD	10h 15m	03:15	CAPE TOWN	No tags
Bus	17:50	Caltex - 3 R61 - Tarkastad	12h 40m	06:30	1 Old Marine Dr., Forshore	No tags
Bus	19:00	Tarkastad - Tarkastad Caf,5370	10h 30m	05:30	Bellville - 8 Mabel St.	No tags
Bus	17:25	Caltex Garage, Corner Grey	10h 55m	04:20	Train Station, 1 Old Marine Dr.	No tags
Bus	15:55	Tarkastad - Caltex Garage (R61)	15h 50m	07:45	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	No tags

Next departures from Tarkastad to Cape Town on 14 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	17:25	Caltex Garage, Corner Grey	10h 55m	04:20	Train Station, 1 Old Marine Dr.	Cheapest
Bus	16:50	TARKASTAD	9h 10m	02:00	CAPE TOWN	Fastest
Bus	15:55	Tarkastad - Caltex Garage (R61)	15h 50m	07:45	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	No tags
Bus	20:45	Tarkastad - Caltex Garage (R61)	10h 35m	07:20	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	No tags
Bus	17:00	TARKASTAD	10h 15m	03:15	CAPE TOWN	No tags
Bus	17:50	Caltex - 3 R61 - Tarkastad	12h 40m	06:30	1 Old Marine Dr., Forshore	No tags
Bus	19:00	Tarkastad - Tarkastad Caf,5370	10h 30m	05:30	Bellville - 8 Mabel St.	No tags
Bus	17:55	Caltex Garage, Corner Grey	12h 5m	06:00	Train Station, 1 Old Marine Dr.	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 9:34 AM SAST.

Get from Tarkastad to Cape Town

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 11 hours, and with fares starting at just R 363, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

26bus per day

11hAverage duration

762 kmDistance

19kgCO₂ emissions

Compare bus companies

Intercape

3.5/543 730 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.2

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi1.2

Based on 43730 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Intercape ticket prices on this trip start at R 577

Intercape Mainliner Tarkastad Cape Town recent customer reviews

To be honest very disappointing I was supposed to arrive in cape town around 8 am in the morning look at the time now it's 12 I have no arrived at cape town. After the bust was late it was supposed to arrive around 21:20 only to arrive at 00:00 no update nothing 😒 what happened to Communication.

Nomathemba D.

24 December 2024

It was terrible, 4 hours and 25 min delay.

Sivuyile L.

13 February 2025

APM WC

2/52 696 reviews

Staff2.7

Timeliness1.1

Cleanliness2.7

WiFi0.5

Based on 2696 reviews, the company was rated 2 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the cleanliness but often complained with the Wi-Fi. APM WC ticket prices on this trip start at R 363

APMWC Tarkastad Cape Town recent customer reviews

I did not enjoy,the bus was very late not communicating

Thabisa M.

2 June 2025

This is the worst bus ever, don't use this bus. They have no buses

Lithemba M.

8 January 2025

Makalala Transport

3/5222 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness1.8

Cleanliness3.7

WiFi1.2

Eagle Liner

3/510 218 reviews

Staff3.7

Timeliness2.4

Cleanliness3.6

WiFi0.8

Based on 10218 reviews, the company was rated 2.8 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the departure location but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Eagle Liner ticket prices on this trip start at R 447

Eagle Liner Tarkastad Cape Town recent customer reviews

Drivers were very nice but the chairs are too small and I had an uncomfortable trip for 11 hours because I was squeezed in

Sindisiwe S.

26 August 2025

Badela

3.5/5247 reviews

Staff4

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2

Big Sky

3.5/52 964 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.2

WiFi1.5

Gxaweni

2/584 reviews

Staff2.6

Timeliness1

Cleanliness3

WiFi0.5

Flexi City Connect

2/514 reviews

Staff2.5

Timeliness1.7

Cleanliness3.2

WiFi0

Jobela Star

2.5/5280 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness1.8

Cleanliness2.9

WiFi0.6

Chilwans Express

Ramalo

2.5/58 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness5

WiFi0

ZA Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Where are the popular stops in Tarkastad and Cape Town?

Stops in Tarkastad

A - Tarkastad

Stops in Cape Town

A - Bellville - 8 Mabel St.

B - Bus Station - Old Marine Drive

C - Bus Station - Civic Centre

D - Civic Centre

E - Bellville

F - Bellville - Oakdale

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Tarkastad to Cape Town by bus

How much does a bus ticket from Tarkastad to Cape Town cost?
The bus ticket price from Tarkastad to Cape Town starts at R 363. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Tarkastad to Cape Town is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the bus ride from Tarkastad to Cape Town?
The average travel time between Tarkastad and Cape Town is around 11h, although the fastest bus will take about 9h 10m. This is the time it takes to travel the 763 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Tarkastad and Cape Town?
The number of buses from Tarkastad to Cape Town can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 26 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Tarkastad to Cape Town by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Tarkastad to Cape Town?
When taking the bus from Tarkastad to Cape Town, you can travel comfortably and safely with Intercape, APM WC, Makalala Transport.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

11/11

R 361

12/11

R 365

Today

R 365

14/11

R 366

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No data

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The cheapest trip from Tarkastad to Cape Town was searched and found on 11 Nov 2025 with a price of R 361

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

You can expect to pay from R 361 to R 1 002 for a bus ticket from Tarkastad to Cape Town based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 366, which is on 2025-11-14.