How far is Cape Town from Alice?

Cape Town and Alice are 491 miles (792 km) apart.

Bus Cape Town to Alice from $24 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Cape Town to Alice on September 24
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
5:30pm	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	16h 40m	10:10am	Engen - 792 Mavuso Motors, McNab Dr.	Cheapest
6:45pm	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	12h 15m	7:00am	Engen - 792 Mavuso Motors, McNab Dr.	Fastest
6:00pm	Unit 2 Intercape Office, Old Marine Drive (Cape Town Station)	13h	7:00am	Engen - 792 Mavuso Motors, McNab Dr.	No tags
6:30pm	Unit 2 Intercape Office, Old Marine Drive (Cape Town Station)	15h 40m	10:10am	Engen - 792 Mavuso Motors, McNab Dr.	No tags

Next departures for Cape Town to Alice on September 25
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
6:40pm	Bus Station - Civic Centre	12h 55m	7:35am	Alice - 796 McNab Dr	Cheapest
6:45pm	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	12h 15m	7:00am	Engen - 792 Mavuso Motors, McNab Dr.	Fastest
5:30pm	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	16h 40m	10:10am	Engen - 792 Mavuso Motors, McNab Dr.	No tags
5:30pm	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	16h 40m	10:10am	Engen - 792 Mavuso Motors, McNab Dr.	No tags
6:45pm	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	12h 15m	7:00am	Engen - 792 Mavuso Motors, McNab Dr.	No tags

Next departures for Cape Town to Alice on September 26
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
5:30pm	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	16h 40m	10:10am	Engen - 792 Mavuso Motors, McNab Dr.	Cheapest
6:45pm	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	12h 15m	7:00am	Engen - 792 Mavuso Motors, McNab Dr.	Fastest
6:40pm	Bus Station - Civic Centre	12h 55m	7:35am	Alice - 796 McNab Dr	No tags
5:30pm	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	16h 40m	10:10am	Engen - 792 Mavuso Motors, McNab Dr.	No tags
5:30pm	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	16h 40m	10:10am	Engen - 792 Mavuso Motors, McNab Dr.	No tags

Next departures for Cape Town to Alice on September 27
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
5:30pm	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	16h 40m	10:10am	Engen - 792 Mavuso Motors, McNab Dr.	Cheapest
6:45pm	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	12h 15m	7:00am	Engen - 792 Mavuso Motors, McNab Dr.	Fastest
5:30pm	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	16h 40m	10:10am	Engen - 792 Mavuso Motors, McNab Dr.	No tags
5:30pm	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	16h 40m	10:10am	Engen - 792 Mavuso Motors, McNab Dr.	No tags
6:45pm	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	12h 15m	7:00am	Engen - 792 Mavuso Motors, McNab Dr.	No tags

Next departures for Cape Town to Alice on September 28
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
5:30pm	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	16h 40m	10:10am	Engen - 792 Mavuso Motors, McNab Dr.	Cheapest
6:45pm	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	12h 15m	7:00am	Engen - 792 Mavuso Motors, McNab Dr.	Fastest
6:40pm	Bus Station - Civic Centre	12h 55m	7:35am	Alice - 796 McNab Dr	No tags
5:30pm	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	16h 40m	10:10am	Engen - 792 Mavuso Motors, McNab Dr.	No tags
5:30pm	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	16h 40m	10:10am	Engen - 792 Mavuso Motors, McNab Dr.	No tags

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Bus Cape Town to Alice, ZA: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$38

Average bus trip duration13h

Number of daily buses4

Earliest bus departure5:30pm

Distance479 miles (771 km)

Latest bus departure9:00pm

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Intercape

3.5/542,545 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.2

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi1.2

Passengers have reported that the buses are generally on time, with friendly and patient drivers contributing to a pleasant travel experience. The comfort of the bus is frequently highlighted, providing warmth during colder conditions. However, some users noted the absence of charging ports as an area for improvement in their journey.

Intercape Mainliner Cape Town Alice recent customer reviews

The bus was so comfortable and warm because it was so cold outside, the drivers were so nice

Liyabona S.

August 1, 2025

The bus arrived on time and it was so comfortable.The drivers were very patient and respectful

Vuyiseka N.

April 29, 2025

Bus that was suppose to arrive at 10:10 arrived 13:20

Iviwe M.

July 11, 2025

Badela

3.5/5235 reviews

Staff4

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2

Based on 235 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the departure location but often complained with the wifi. Badela ticket prices on this trip start at $60

BADELA Cape Town Alice recent customer reviews

I did not enjoy anything, 1stly it delayed with 2h30. Now we are in East London we are getting in a 7 seater. Poor service.

Mavuso N.

December 23, 2024

The bus dropped us at Queenstown instead of Alice. We were delayed by more than 4 hours, only arrived at Alice after 12h00.

Xolani T.

November 27, 2023

Jacobs Coaches

2/581 reviews

Staff3.1

Timeliness1.7

Cleanliness3.1

Wifi0.9

Users have reported that the bus service was generally punctual, with no delays experienced during their trips. However, there were some instances where buses arrived late. Overall, passengers seemed satisfied with the timeliness of most journeys despite occasional lateness in arrivals.

JACOBSCOACHES Cape Town Alice recent customer reviews

I never enjoyed any experience with it. I regret using my money to travel with it. Firstly I came late and was not even a bus that I paid for , on top of it all it took us back to wait for people and a trip that was suppose to be from 6:40pm ended up to be From 9pm.

Nandy N.

April 24, 2024

Terrible and I'm still angry because they came to fetch me in cape town to Joe Gqabi terminus and handed me to a quantum which departed by 22:00 pm I'm still angry i will never book that bus again they don't care

Sandy N.

April 11, 2024

What a WORST transport to ever use. The JACOBSCOACHES bus did not arrive and was taken by a taxi. The chairs were the worst

Khokhelwa M.

December 6, 2023

Flexi City Connect

2.5/510 reviews

Staff4

Timeliness1.9

Cleanliness4

Wifi0

Mini Mobile

1/56 reviews

Staff0

Timeliness0

Cleanliness0

Wifi0

Based on 6 reviews, the company was rated 1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the staff and the timeliness but often complained with the ticket access. Mini Mobile ticket prices on this trip start at $44

Mini Mobile Cape Town Alice recent customer reviews

The Mini Mobile bus didn't fetch us and I had to book another bus because no contact numbers or email to find out what's happening

Nomfundo V.

January 3, 2025

BM Tours

ZA bus companies: Intercape, Big Sky, Intercity Xpress, Greyhound South Africa, Eagle Liner, APM WC, Delta Coaches

Cape Town to Alice Bus

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09/22

$26

09/23

$40

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$44

09/25

$33

09/26

$29

09/27

$24

09/28

$28

09/29

$28

The cheapest trip from Cape Town to Alice, ZA was searched and found on Sep 27, 2025 with a price of $24

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You can expect to pay from $24 to $54 for a bus ticket from Cape Town to Alice, ZA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $24 which is on 2025-09-27.

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Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Cape Town and Alice!

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you're bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Cape Town to Alice.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Cape Town to Alice.

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Did you know?

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travelers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

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