How much is the bus ticket from Stellenbosch to Cape Town?

The cheapest bus tickets from Stellenbosch to Cape Town start from $18. The average price for this route is around $27. 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 Stellenbosch to Cape Town?

The average bus trip duration from Stellenbosch to Cape Town is 1h 20m, covering a distance of 26 miles (41 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 15m and is operated by Greyhound South Africa .

Which bus companies service the Stellenbosch to Cape Town route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from APM WC , Greyhound South Africa , Milta Coaches .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Stellenbosch to Cape Town?

The earliest bus departs from Stellenbosch to Cape Town at 6:25am. And the latest bus departs at 5:55pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Stellenbosch to Cape Town?

A bus trip from Stellenbosch to Cape Town generates an estimated 1 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Stellenbosch to Cape Town?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound South Africa , with an average rating of 3.1 out of 5 stars based on 9148 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Stellenbosch to Cape Town?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Greyhound South Africa has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.3.

Which bus company has the most timely service from Stellenbosch to Cape Town?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Greyhound South Africa , with a punctuality rating of 3.0 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Stellenbosch to Cape Town?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Greyhound South Africa , with a cleanliness rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.

Bus Stellenbosch to Cape Town from $17 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Stellenbosch to Cape Town on December 5
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	6:25am	STELLENBOSCH (MILTACOACHES)	2h 5m	8:30am	Cape Town, 1 Old Marine Drive	Cheapest
	Bus	6:25am	STELLENBOSCH (MILTACOACHES)	1h 35m	8:00am	Bellville - 8 Mabel St.	Fastest

Next departures for Stellenbosch to Cape Town on December 6
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	6:45am	STELLENBOSCH - MERRIMAN LAAN BUS STOP	1h 50m	8:35am	Train Station, 1 Old Marine Dr.	Cheapest
Bus	6:25am	STELLENBOSCH (MILTACOACHES)	1h 35m	8:00am	Bellville - 8 Mabel St.	Fastest
Bus	6:25am	STELLENBOSCH (MILTACOACHES)	2h 5m	8:30am	Cape Town, 1 Old Marine Drive	No tags

Next departures for Stellenbosch to Cape Town on December 7
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	6:45am	STELLENBOSCH - MERRIMAN LAAN BUS STOP	1h 50m	8:35am	Train Station, 1 Old Marine Dr.	Cheapest
Bus	6:25am	STELLENBOSCH (MILTACOACHES)	1h 35m	8:00am	Bellville - 8 Mabel St.	Fastest
Bus	6:25am	STELLENBOSCH (MILTACOACHES)	2h 5m	8:30am	Cape Town, 1 Old Marine Drive	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 11:19 AM SAST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Stellenbosch to Cape Town

We recommend taking the shuttle

Among the sustainable travel choices, the shuttle stands out as the good way to reach Cape Town. The journey takes about 25 minutes and with fares starting at just $24, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4shuttle per day

25mAverage Duration

25 milesDistance

1kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$18 - $72	Average Duration1h 20m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Shuttle	Average Price$24 - $27	Average Duration25m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Stellenbosch and Cape Town?

Stops in Stellenbosch

A
Stellenbosch - Merriman Laan Busstop under footbridge (taxi dropoff)
Merriman Laan Busstop under footbridge (taxi dropoff), Stellenbosch Central, Stellenbosch, 7600, South Africa
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Stops in Cape Town

A
Bellville - 8 Mabel St.
8 Mabel St, Oakdale, Cape Town, 7530, South Africa
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B
Bus Station - Old Marine Drive
Old Marine Drive Unit 11, Long Distance Bus Facility, Cape Town Station
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C
Bus Station - Civic Centre
1 Old Marine Dr, Foreshore, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa
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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

Compare bus companies

APM WC

2/52,783 reviews

Staff2.7

Timeliness1.1

Cleanliness2.7

Wifi0.5

Greyhound South Africa

3/59,183 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4

Wifi1.3

Milta Coaches

ZA bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Stellenbosch 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.

How much is the bus ticket from Stellenbosch to Cape Town?
The cheapest bus tickets from Stellenbosch to Cape Town start from $18. The average price for this route is around $27. 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 Stellenbosch to Cape Town?
The average bus trip duration from Stellenbosch to Cape Town is 1h 20m, covering a distance of 26 miles (41 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 15m and is operated by Greyhound South Africa.
Which bus companies service the Stellenbosch to Cape Town route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from APM WC, Greyhound South Africa, Milta Coaches.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Stellenbosch to Cape Town?
The earliest bus departs from Stellenbosch to Cape Town at 6:25am. And the latest bus departs at 5:55pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Stellenbosch to Cape Town?
A bus trip from Stellenbosch to Cape Town generates an estimated 1 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Stellenbosch to Cape Town?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound South Africa, with an average rating of 3.1 out of 5 stars based on 9148 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Stellenbosch to Cape Town?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Greyhound South Africa has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.3.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Stellenbosch to Cape Town?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Greyhound South Africa, with a punctuality rating of 3.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Stellenbosch to Cape Town?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Greyhound South Africa, with a cleanliness rating of 4.0 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

$17

12/03

$17

Today

$17

12/05

$29

12/06

$22

12/07

$21

12/08

$39

12/09

No data

The cheapest trip from Stellenbosch to Cape Town was searched and found on Dec 3, 2025 with a price of $17

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

You can expect to pay from $17 to $69 for a bus ticket from Stellenbosch to Cape Town based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $21 which is on 2025-12-07.

Usually Greyhound South Africa 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.