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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Aberdeen - 6 Voortrekker St | Bus Station - Civic Centre | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | ABERDEEN | CAPE TOWN | Fastest | ||||
 | Bus | Aberdeen - In front of Police Station, Andries Pretorius Street | Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | ABERDEEN | CAPE TOWN | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Caltex - 19 Andries Pretorius St. | 1 Old Marine Dr., Forshore | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 6:55 PM SAST.
Get from Aberdeen to Cape Town
The journey takes about 7 hours 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just $37, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Aberdeen and Cape Town?
Stops in Aberdeen
- A
Aberdeen - In front of Police Station, Andries Pretorius Street
In front of Police Station, Andries Pretorius Street, Aberdeen, South Africa
Stops in Cape Town
- A
Bus Station - Old Marine Drive
Old Marine Drive Unit 11, Long Distance Bus Facility, Cape Town Station - B1 Old Marine Dr, Foreshore, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa
- C8 Mabel St, Oakdale, Cape Town, 7530, 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
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Aberdeen, ZA 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 Aberdeen to Cape Town?
The cheapest bus tickets from Aberdeen to Cape Town start from $37. The average price for this route is around $81. 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 Aberdeen to Cape Town?
The average bus travel time from Aberdeen to Cape Town is 7h 45m, covering a distance of 549 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 6h 20m and is operated by Badela.
Which bus companies service the Aberdeen to Cape Town route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 28 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, APM WC, Makalala Transport, Flexi City Connect, Badela, Jacobs Coaches, Big Sky, Gxaweni, Ramalo, Wez We Coaches, Chilwans Express, ilulaBus, Mini Mobile, BM Tours.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Aberdeen to Cape Town?
The earliest bus departs from Aberdeen to Cape Town at 12:10am. And the latest bus departs at 11:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Aberdeen to Cape Town?
A bus trip from Aberdeen to Cape Town generates an estimated 14 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Aberdeen to Cape Town?
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 45626 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Aberdeen to Cape Town?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Badela has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.0.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Aberdeen to Cape Town?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual 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 Aberdeen to Cape Town?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Ramalo, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Aberdeen, ZA to Cape Town was searched and found on Jan 18, 2026 with a price of $40To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Aberdeen, ZA to Cape Town, as early as possible.
