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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road) | Harrismith - Shell Garage, Mkechnie Street (building adjacent to Garage) | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road) | Harrismith - Shell Garage, Mkechnie Street (building adjacent to Garage) | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road) | Harrismith - Shell Garage, Mkechnie Street (building adjacent to Garage) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road) | Harrismith - Shell Garage, Mkechnie Street (building adjacent to Garage) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road) | Harrismith - Shell Garage, Mkechnie Street (building adjacent to Garage) | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 2:43 PM SAST.
Get from Cape Town to Harrismith
The journey takes about 19 hours and with fares starting at just $47, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Cape Town and Harrismith?
Stops in Cape Town
- A8 Mabel St, Oakdale, Cape Town, 7530, South Africa
- B
Bus Station - Old Marine Drive
Old Marine Drive Unit 11, Long Distance Bus Facility, Cape Town Station - 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
Stops in Harrismith
- A
Harrismith - Shell Garage, Mkechnie Street (building adjacent to Garage)
Shell Garage, Mkechnie Street (building adjacent to Garage), Harrismith, South Africa
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While some users have expressed concerns about the lack of heating during nighttime travel and how luggage was packed, these issues highlight areas for improvement. However, it's important to note that individual experiences may vary, and overall satisfaction can depend on various factors not mentioned in every review.
Intercape Mainliner Cape Town Harrismith recent customer reviews
The bus kept on getting stuck, didn't even make it to the destination.. I got fetched by my parents
Zanele Jeaneen N.
I enjoyed the way the workers were friendly but at the same time the bus arrived late, and I arrived 5 hours late which made me to miss my job shift.
Tshepang M.
Bag got lost when arrived at Harrismith and could not be traced who might have taken it. The trip was fine as she arrived in time and safe
Vusi M.
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Cape Town to Harrismith 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 Cape Town to Harrismith?
The cheapest bus tickets from Cape Town to Harrismith start from $47. The average price for this route is around $64. 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 Cape Town to Harrismith?
The average bus trip duration from Cape Town to Harrismith is 19h, covering a distance of 741 miles (1196 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 18h 15m and is operated by Intercape.
Which bus companies service the Cape Town to Harrismith route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 3 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Cape Town to Harrismith?
The earliest bus departs from Cape Town to Harrismith at 11:00am. And the latest bus departs at 6:15pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cape Town to Harrismith?
A bus trip from Cape Town to Harrismith generates an estimated 30 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Cape Town to Harrismith was searched and found on Dec 6, 2025 with a price of $70To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Cape Town to Harrismith, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $70 to $110 for a bus ticket from Cape Town to Harrismith based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $70 which is on 2025-12-06.
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