How much is the bus ticket from Upington to Kathu?

The cheapest bus tickets from Upington to Kathu start from $23. The average price for this route is around $25. 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 Upington to Kathu?

The average bus trip duration from Upington to Kathu is 2h 40m, covering a distance of 124 miles (199 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 2h 15m and is operated by Intercity Xpress .

Which bus companies service the Upington to Kathu route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from Intercape , Intercity Xpress .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Upington to Kathu?

The earliest bus departs from Upington to Kathu at 8:00am. And the latest bus departs at 6:15pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Upington to Kathu?

A bus trip from Upington to Kathu generates an estimated 5 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 Upington to Kathu?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Intercape , with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 43907 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Upington to Kathu?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Intercape has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.2.

Which bus company has the most timely service from Upington to Kathu?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Intercape , with a punctuality rating of 3.1 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Upington to Kathu?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Intercape , with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Bus Upington to Kathu from $21 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Upington to Kathu on December 5
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	6:15pm	UPINGTON - KGALAGADI PICK N PAY CENTRE, CNR HILL AND LE ROUX STREET, UPINGTON	2h 15m	8:30pm	Elegant Fuel Kathu	CheapestFastest
Bus	8:00am	Upington - Intercape Office, Lutz Street	2h 50m	10:50am	Elegant Fuel, Frikkie Meyer Street (Kathu Motors)	No tags
Bus	6:00pm	Upington Office (11b Schroder Street) - Upington Office 11b Schroder Street, Upington.	2h 30m	8:30pm	Elegant Fuel Kathu	No tags
Bus	8:00am	Upington - Intercape Office, Lutz Street	2h 50m	10:50am	Elegant Fuel, Frikkie Meyer Street (Kathu Motors)	No tags
Bus	8:00am	Upington - Intercape Office, Lutz Street	2h 50m	10:50am	Elegant Fuel, Frikkie Meyer Street (Kathu Motors)	No tags

Next departures for Upington to Kathu on December 6
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	6:15pm	UPINGTON - KGALAGADI PICK N PAY CENTRE, CNR HILL AND LE ROUX STREET, UPINGTON	2h 15m	8:30pm	Elegant Fuel Kathu	CheapestFastest
Bus	8:00am	Upington - Intercape Office, Lutz Street	2h 50m	10:50am	Elegant Fuel, Frikkie Meyer Street (Kathu Motors)	No tags
Bus	6:00pm	Upington Office (11b Schroder Street) - Upington Office 11b Schroder Street, Upington.	2h 30m	8:30pm	Elegant Fuel Kathu	No tags
Bus	8:00am	Upington - Intercape Office, Lutz Street	2h 50m	10:50am	Elegant Fuel, Frikkie Meyer Street (Kathu Motors)	No tags
Bus	8:00am	Upington - Intercape Office, Lutz Street	2h 50m	10:50am	Elegant Fuel, Frikkie Meyer Street (Kathu Motors)	No tags

Next departures for Upington to Kathu on December 10
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	6:15pm	UPINGTON - KGALAGADI PICK N PAY CENTRE, CNR HILL AND LE ROUX STREET, UPINGTON	2h 15m	8:30pm	Elegant Fuel Kathu	CheapestFastest
Bus	8:00am	Upington - Intercape Office, Lutz Street	2h 50m	10:50am	Elegant Fuel, Frikkie Meyer Street (Kathu Motors)	No tags
Bus	6:00pm	Upington Office (11b Schroder Street) - Upington Office 11b Schroder Street, Upington.	2h 30m	8:30pm	Elegant Fuel Kathu	No tags
Bus	8:00am	Upington - Intercape Office, Lutz Street	2h 50m	10:50am	Elegant Fuel, Frikkie Meyer Street (Kathu Motors)	No tags
Bus	8:00am	Upington - Intercape Office, Lutz Street	2h 50m	10:50am	Elegant Fuel, Frikkie Meyer Street (Kathu Motors)	No tags

Next departures for Upington to Kathu on December 11
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	6:15pm	UPINGTON - KGALAGADI PICK N PAY CENTRE, CNR HILL AND LE ROUX STREET, UPINGTON	2h 15m	8:30pm	Elegant Fuel Kathu	CheapestFastest
Bus	8:00am	Upington - Intercape Office, Lutz Street	2h 50m	10:50am	Elegant Fuel, Frikkie Meyer Street (Kathu Motors)	No tags
Bus	6:00pm	Upington Office (11b Schroder Street) - Upington Office 11b Schroder Street, Upington.	2h 30m	8:30pm	Elegant Fuel Kathu	No tags
Bus	8:00am	Upington - Intercape Office, Lutz Street	2h 50m	10:50am	Elegant Fuel, Frikkie Meyer Street (Kathu Motors)	No tags
Bus	8:00am	Upington - Intercape Office, Lutz Street	2h 50m	10:50am	Elegant Fuel, Frikkie Meyer Street (Kathu Motors)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 11:01 AM SAST.

Get from Upington to Kathu

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 2 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $23, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day

2h 40mAverage Duration

124 milesDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Upington and Kathu?

Stops in Upington

A
Upington - Intercape Office, Lutz Street
Intercape Office, Lutz Street , Upington, 8801, South Africa
Visit page
B
Kgalagadi Pick n Pay Centre
Kgalagadi Pick n Pay Centre, Cnr Hill and Le Roux Streets, Upington,NorthernCape,SouthAfrica

Stops in Kathu

A
Kathu Shell Kathu
Shell Kathu, Shop 3 Corner N 8 &, Frikkie Meyer St, Kathu, 8446, South Africa

Compare bus companies

Intercape

3.5/544,281 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi1.2

Customers have expressed satisfaction with the route and driving quality. Additionally, there were no complaints reported by passengers' relatives about their travel experience.

Intercape Upington Kathu recent customer reviews

Social distance Tha bus were full and the passenger next to me had their mask off the whole time. Sanitizers only available at entrance and not at the seating area. No toilet paper in toilet.

Susana F.

September 4, 2021

That no one can help you to your seat. Also that you have a tv but no sound

Griselda P.

July 13, 2025

Extremely good as always

Etienne C.

March 19, 2025

Intercity Xpress

3/511,127 reviews

Staff4

Timeliness2.6

Cleanliness3.8

Wifi1.1

Intercity Xpress is a long-distance bus company operating in South Africa. The company established itself as an affordable intercity bus operator, offering services between cities all over the country. Their coaches are equipped with standard seats and they have a generous luggage policy of up to 25 kg. Although they make an effort to respect their timetables, travelers report that delays are expected for Intercity Xpress, so it's good to be flexible with your schedule if you're traveling with them. Their cancellation policy is also flexible, as you can cancel your ticket up to 6 hours before travel time and get a refund of 80% of your ticket value.

Intercity Xpress Upington Kathu recent customer reviews

The pick up point (Kathu) was a mess. There's two pick up points, which causes a huge inconvenience and confusion. Please attend to this as a matter of urgency

Gideon B.

January 15, 2024

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Upington to Kathu 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 Upington to Kathu?
The cheapest bus tickets from Upington to Kathu start from $23. The average price for this route is around $25. 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 Upington to Kathu?
The average bus trip duration from Upington to Kathu is 2h 40m, covering a distance of 124 miles (199 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 2h 15m and is operated by Intercity Xpress.
Which bus companies service the Upington to Kathu route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Intercity Xpress.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Upington to Kathu?
The earliest bus departs from Upington to Kathu at 8:00am. And the latest bus departs at 6:15pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Upington to Kathu?
A bus trip from Upington to Kathu generates an estimated 5 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 Upington to Kathu?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Intercape, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 43907 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Upington to Kathu?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Intercape has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.2.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Upington to Kathu?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Intercape, with a punctuality rating of 3.1 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Upington to Kathu?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Intercape, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 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

$21

12/03

$21

Today

$28

12/05

$22

12/06

$21

12/07

$21

12/08

No data

12/09

$28

The cheapest trip from Upington to Kathu was searched and found on Dec 3, 2025 with a price of $21

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

You can expect to pay from $21 to $71 for a bus ticket from Upington to Kathu based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $21 which is on 2025-12-06.

Usually 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.