How much is the bus ticket from Victoria West to Cape Town?

The cheapest bus tickets from Victoria West to Cape Town start from $20. The average price for this route is around $40. 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 Victoria West to Cape Town?

The average bus trip duration from Victoria West to Cape Town is 7h 35m, covering a distance of 312 miles (503 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 6h 25m and is operated by Greyhound South Africa .

Which bus companies service the Victoria West to Cape Town route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 16 buses available per day, including services from Intercape , Greyhound South Africa , Intercity Xpress , APM WC , Big Sky , ilulaBus .

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

The earliest bus departs from Victoria West to Cape Town at 12:25am. And the latest bus departs at 11:50pm.

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

A bus trip from Victoria West to Cape Town generates an estimated 13 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 Victoria West 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.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Victoria West 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.

Which bus company has the most timely service from Victoria West 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.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Victoria West 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.

Bus Victoria West to Cape Town from $24 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Victoria West to Cape Town on December 3
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	11:50pm	Victoria West - Mini Market	8h 30m	8:20am	Train Station, 1 Old Marine Dr.	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Victoria West to Cape Town on December 4
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:35pm	Victoria West - Toeka, Victoria West, 7070	8h 50m	6:25am	Bellville - 8 Mabel St.	Cheapest
Bus	1:40am	Three Sisters	6h 25m	8:05am	Bellville - 8 Mabel St.	Fastest
Bus	12:25am	Vicotria West - Mini Market, Voortrekker Street N12	7h 35m	8:00am	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	No tags
Bus	6:55am	Three Sisters	7h 5m	2:00pm	Bellville - 8 Mabel St.	No tags
Bus	5:10am	Victoria West - Toeka, Victoria West, 7070	7h 5m	12:15pm	Bellville - 8 Mabel St.	No tags

Next departures for Victoria West to Cape Town on December 5
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	5:45am	Victoria West - Mini Market	9h	2:45pm	Train Station, 1 Old Marine Dr.	Cheapest
Bus	1:40am	Three Sisters	6h 25m	8:05am	Bellville - 8 Mabel St.	Fastest
Bus	12:25am	Vicotria West - Mini Market, Voortrekker Street N12	7h 35m	8:00am	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	No tags
Bus	6:55am	Three Sisters	7h 5m	2:00pm	Bellville - 8 Mabel St.	No tags
Bus	5:10am	Victoria West - Toeka, Victoria West, 7070	7h 5m	12:15pm	Bellville - 8 Mabel St.	No tags

Next departures for Victoria West to Cape Town on December 6
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:35pm	Victoria West - Toeka, Victoria West, 7070	8h 50m	6:25am	Bellville - 8 Mabel St.	Cheapest
Bus	1:40am	Three Sisters	6h 25m	8:05am	Bellville - 8 Mabel St.	Fastest
Bus	12:25am	Vicotria West - Mini Market, Voortrekker Street N12	7h 35m	8:00am	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	No tags
Bus	6:55am	Three Sisters	7h 5m	2:00pm	Bellville - 8 Mabel St.	No tags
Bus	5:10am	Victoria West - Toeka, Victoria West, 7070	7h 5m	12:15pm	Bellville - 8 Mabel St.	No tags

Next departures for Victoria West to Cape Town on December 7
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:35pm	Victoria West - Toeka, Victoria West, 7070	8h 50m	6:25am	Bellville - 8 Mabel St.	Cheapest
Bus	1:40am	Three Sisters	6h 25m	8:05am	Bellville - 8 Mabel St.	Fastest
Bus	12:25am	Vicotria West - Mini Market, Voortrekker Street N12	7h 35m	8:00am	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	No tags
Bus	6:55am	Three Sisters	7h 5m	2:00pm	Bellville - 8 Mabel St.	No tags
Bus	5:10am	Victoria West - Toeka, Victoria West, 7070	7h 5m	12:15pm	Bellville - 8 Mabel St.	No tags

Next departures for Victoria West to Cape Town on December 9
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:35pm	Victoria West - Toeka, Victoria West, 7070	8h 50m	6:25am	Bellville - 8 Mabel St.	Cheapest
Bus	1:40am	Three Sisters	6h 25m	8:05am	Bellville - 8 Mabel St.	Fastest
Bus	12:25am	Vicotria West - Mini Market, Voortrekker Street N12	7h 35m	8:00am	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	No tags
Bus	6:55am	Three Sisters	7h 5m	2:00pm	Bellville - 8 Mabel St.	No tags
Bus	5:10am	Victoria West - Toeka, Victoria West, 7070	7h 5m	12:15pm	Bellville - 8 Mabel St.	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Tuesday at 9:55 PM SAST.

Get from Victoria West to Cape Town

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 7 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just $20, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

16bus per day

7h 35mAverage Duration

312 milesDistance

13kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Victoria West and Cape Town?

Stops in Victoria West

A
Toeka Padstal Voortrekker Road
Victoria West, 7070, 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

Intercape

3.5/544,269 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi1.2

Users have shared positive experiences with friendly drivers and comfortable buses, aligning well with the advertised standards. However, some noted that boarding a bus in need of cleaning was disappointing. Despite timing issues not entirely attributed to the company, passengers appreciated the safe driving throughout their journey until arrival.

Intercape Sleepliner Victoria West Cape Town recent customer reviews

Terrible experience. The bus delayed by almost 2hours and there's no apology nothing

Zodwa G.

November 27, 2025

The bus is very comfortable as advertised; I was happy. However can someone just maintain the bus as it drops off and picks up, it was disappointing to board an already dirty bus. Time was a factor but I cant soley blame the bus company for that, thankful for the safe driving till arrival.

Thabang M.

September 12, 2025

They came almost an hour late and they made me to get late for my appointment and I have to stay overnight for the next day to be attended to. They stop and go along the way making me late and I have to book a room for R500 and to buy food

Xolani M.

July 5, 2025

Greyhound South Africa

3/59,181 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4

Wifi1.3

Intercity Xpress

3/511,121 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 Victoria West Cape Town recent customer reviews

Driver on bus very inconsiderate. Hawkers were allowed on bus at Paarl stop Shell garage

Bennie P.

March 4, 2024

The warmth and comfort during a cold night

Maggie G.

July 8, 2025

APM WC

2/52,781 reviews

Staff2.7

Timeliness1.1

Cleanliness2.7

Wifi0.5

Big Sky

3.5/53,104 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.2

Wifi1.5

Based on 3104 reviews, the company was rated 3.6 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the wifi. Big Sky ticket prices on this trip start at $32

Big Sky Express Victoria West Cape Town recent customer reviews

The bus was on time From My departure to my arrival both times when I traveled with Big Sky Express. The seats are nice and comfortable. The staff are incredible. My Whole journey was just pure joy. Definitely will be making use of future travels with Big Sky express from now on.

Ignatius W.

April 16, 2024

ilulaBus

2/5817 reviews

Staff2.1

Timeliness0.8

Cleanliness2.5

Wifi0.3

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Victoria West 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 Victoria West to Cape Town?
The cheapest bus tickets from Victoria West to Cape Town start from $20. The average price for this route is around $40. 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 Victoria West to Cape Town?
The average bus trip duration from Victoria West to Cape Town is 7h 35m, covering a distance of 312 miles (503 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 6h 25m and is operated by Greyhound South Africa.
Which bus companies service the Victoria West to Cape Town route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 16 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Greyhound South Africa, Intercity Xpress, APM WC, Big Sky, ilulaBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Victoria West to Cape Town?
The earliest bus departs from Victoria West to Cape Town at 12:25am. And the latest bus departs at 11:50pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Victoria West to Cape Town?
A bus trip from Victoria West to Cape Town generates an estimated 13 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 Victoria West 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.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Victoria West 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.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Victoria West 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.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Victoria West 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

$26

12/03

$20

Today

$25

12/05

$24

12/06

$25

12/07

$25

12/08

$33

12/09

$32

The cheapest trip from Victoria West to Cape Town was searched and found on Dec 3, 2025 with a price of $20

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

You can expect to pay from $20 to $72 for a bus ticket from Victoria West to Cape Town based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $24 which is on 2025-12-05.

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.