Next bus departures
| 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) | Windhoek - Opposite Intercape office | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Bus | Unit 2 Intercape Office, Old Marine Drive (Cape Town Station) | Windhoek - Opposite Intercape office | No tags |
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Get from Cape Town to Windhoek
The journey takes about 22 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just $58, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Cape Town and Windhoek?
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 Windhoek
- A
Windhoek - Opposite Intercape office
Oppostite Intercape Office,, Bahnhof St, Windhoek, Namibia
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Passengers have shared positive experiences regarding the comfort and spaciousness of the buses, as well as praising the friendly and capable staff. However, some concerns were raised about hygiene issues such as dirty toilets and curtains. Additionally, there were mentions of maintenance problems like broken seats, non-functional air conditioning or lights, which affected overall satisfaction for a few travelers.
Intercape Sleepliner Cape Town Windhoek recent customer reviews
I slept comfortably and the space was big. The bus crew were very nice to customers
Patience Mhurai M.
Gostei do conforto do autocarro, infelizmente alguém fez porcaria no toilette e não foi limpo, ficamos com dificuldades em usar a casa de banho
Ohara V.
It was a very comfortable journey. Except there was no wifi, infact the driver mentioned that the wifi has not been working since the covid days yet the fscilities offered says it does.
Mushtaq M.
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Cape Town to Windhoek 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 Windhoek?
The cheapest bus tickets from Cape Town to Windhoek start from $58. The average price for this route is around $68. 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 Windhoek?
The average bus trip duration from Cape Town to Windhoek is 22h 55m, covering a distance of 787 miles (1270 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 22h 20m and is operated by Intercape.
Which bus companies service the Cape Town to Windhoek route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Cape Town to Windhoek?
The earliest bus departs from Cape Town to Windhoek at 11:30am. And the latest bus departs at 12:05pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cape Town to Windhoek?
A bus trip from Cape Town to Windhoek generates an estimated 32 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Cape Town to Windhoek was searched and found on Dec 5, 2025 with a price of $84To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Cape Town to Windhoek, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $84 to $159 for a bus ticket from Cape Town to Windhoek based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $96 which is on 2025-12-12.
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