Bus from Carletonville to Cape Town: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Carletonville to Cape Town on December 5
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
APMWCBus
    		Carletonville (Engen Fochville, N12 Hwy)
    		Train Station, 1 Old Marine Dr.Cheapest
    Intercity XpressBus
    		Carletonville, Engen Garage (Fochville Crossing)
    		Bellville - 8 Mabel St.Fastest
    Intercape MainlinerBus
    		Carletonville, Engen Garage (Fochville Crossing)
    		Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)No tags
    GreyhoundBus
    		Carletonville, Engen Garage (Fochville Crossing)
    		Bellville - 8 Mabel St.No tags
    Intercity XpressBus
    		Carletonville, Engen Garage (Fochville Crossing)
    		Bellville - 8 Mabel St.No tags

    Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 2:02 PM SAST.

    Get from Carletonville to Cape Town

    This route is served by bus only

    The journey takes about 18 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $28, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

    12bus per day
    18h 30mAverage Duration
    736 milesDistance
    30kgCO₂ emissions

    Frequently asked questions about traveling from Carletonville to Cape Town by bus

    Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

    1. How much is the bus ticket from Carletonville to Cape Town?

      The cheapest bus tickets from Carletonville to Cape Town start from $28. The average price for this route is around $60. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

    2. How long is the bus ride from Carletonville to Cape Town?

      The average bus trip duration from Carletonville to Cape Town is 18h 30m, covering a distance of 736 miles (1187 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 17h and is operated by Intercity Xpress.

    3. Which bus companies service the Carletonville to Cape Town route?

      Several major bus companies operate on this route with 12 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Intercity Xpress, Greyhound South Africa, APM WC, Big Sky.

    4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Carletonville to Cape Town?

      The earliest bus departs from Carletonville to Cape Town at 8:25am. And the latest bus departs at 7:30pm.

    5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Carletonville to Cape Town?

      A bus trip from Carletonville to Cape Town generates an estimated 30 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

    6. What is the best bus company from Carletonville to Cape Town?

      According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Big Sky, with an average rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars based on 3015 reviews.

    7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Carletonville to Cape Town?

      Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Big Sky has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.5.

    8. Which bus company has the most timely service from Carletonville to Cape Town?

      According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Big Sky, with a punctuality rating of 3.3 out of 5 stars.

    9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Carletonville to Cape Town?

      According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Big Sky, with a cleanliness rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars.

    Find cheapest prices for buses

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

    Best price found
    12/02
    $29
    12/03
    $50
    Today
    $29
    12/05
    $29
    12/06
    $29
    12/07
    $45
    12/08
    $58
    12/09
    $58
    busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Carletonville to Cape Town was searched and found on Dec 2, 2025 with a price of $29

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

    You can expect to pay from $29 to $107 for a bus ticket from Carletonville to Cape Town based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $29 which is on 2025-12-06.

    Usually Greyhound South Africa, Intercape will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

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