How much does a bus ticket from Windhoek to Upington cost?

The bus ticket price from Windhoek to Upington starts at R 705. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Windhoek to Upington 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 Windhoek to Upington?

The average travel time between Windhoek and Upington is around 14h, although the fastest bus will take about 14h. This is the time it takes to travel the 778 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between Windhoek and Upington?

The number of buses from Windhoek to Upington can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 1 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Windhoek to Upington by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Windhoek to Upington?

When taking the bus from Windhoek to Upington, you can travel comfortably and safely with Intercape.

Bus Windhoek to Upington from R 505 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Windhoek to Upington on 19 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	15:30	Windhoek - Opposite Intercape office	14h	05:30	Upington - Intercape Office, Lutz Street	Cheapest
Bus	15:30	Windhoek - Opposite Intercape office	14h	05:30	Upington - Intercape Office, Lutz Street	Fastest
Bus	15:30	Windhoek - Opposite Intercape office	14h	05:30	Upington - Intercape Office, Lutz Street	No tags

Next departures from Windhoek to Upington on 21 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	15:30	Windhoek - Opposite Intercape office	14h	05:30	Upington - Intercape Office, Lutz Street	Cheapest
Bus	15:30	Windhoek - Opposite Intercape office	14h	05:30	Upington - Intercape Office, Lutz Street	Fastest
Bus	15:30	Windhoek - Opposite Intercape office	14h	05:30	Upington - Intercape Office, Lutz Street	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 8:44 AM CAT.

Get from Windhoek to Upington

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 14 hours, and with fares starting at just R 705, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

14hAverage duration

778 kmDistance

19kgCO₂ emissions

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Intercape

3.5/543 791 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.2

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi1.2

Users have shared positive experiences, highlighting that drivers were friendly and helpful. Additionally, the seats were comfortable for most passengers. However, there was a concern from one user about being asked to move by a driver despite paying the same fare as others.

Intercape Mainliner Windhoek Upington recent customer reviews

I did not like when I was told by a driver to let the passage made me sit uncomfortable while we paid same amount.

Lambile M.

29 September 2025

The bus broke down, waited for the standby bus for more than 3 hours, then the standby bus also broke down. It was a whole lot of mess.

Abraham Kaunamhito H.

17 December 2019

Everything was great

Sophy M.

1 August 2024

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Where are the popular stops in Windhoek and Upington?

Stops in Windhoek

A - Windhoek - Opposite Intercape office

Stops in Upington

A - Upington - Intercape Office, Lutz Street

B - Kgalagadi Pick n Pay Centre

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Windhoek to Upington by bus

How much does a bus ticket from Windhoek to Upington cost?
The bus ticket price from Windhoek to Upington starts at R 705. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Windhoek to Upington 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 Windhoek to Upington?
The average travel time between Windhoek and Upington is around 14h, although the fastest bus will take about 14h. This is the time it takes to travel the 778 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Windhoek and Upington?
The number of buses from Windhoek to Upington can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 1 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Windhoek to Upington by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Windhoek to Upington?
When taking the bus from Windhoek to Upington, you can travel comfortably and safely with Intercape.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

14/11

R 566

15/11

No data

Today

R 524

17/11

R 528

18/11

No data

19/11

R 526

20/11

No data

21/11

R 505

The cheapest trip from Windhoek to Upington was searched and found on 21 Nov 2025 with a price of R 505

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

You can expect to pay from R 505 to R 713 for a bus ticket from Windhoek to Upington based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 505, which is on 2025-11-21.