Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Cape Town, 1 Old Marine Drive | Hopetown - Oranjerus Motors, N12 | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Bellville - 8 Mabel St. | Hopetown - Oranjerus Motors, N12 | Fastest | ||||
 | Bus | Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road) | Quest Garage, 2 Wiid Street | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Bellville - 8 Mabel St. | Hopetown | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Cape Town, 1 Old Marine Drive | Hopetown - Oranjerus Motors, N12 | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Thursday at 12:51 PM SAST.
Get from Cape Town to Hopetown
The journey takes about 10 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just $39, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cape Town to Hopetown 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 Cape Town to Hopetown?
The cheapest bus tickets from Cape Town to Hopetown start from $39. The average price for this route is around $84. 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 Cape Town to Hopetown?
The average bus travel time from Cape Town to Hopetown is 10h 40m, covering a distance of 721 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 9h 30m and is operated by Intercity Xpress.
Which bus companies service the Cape Town to Hopetown route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 15 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Intercity Xpress, Greyhound South Africa, APM WC, Big Sky, ilulaBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Cape Town to Hopetown?
The earliest bus departs from Cape Town to Hopetown at 11:00am. And the latest bus departs at 7:15pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cape Town to Hopetown?
A bus trip from Cape Town to Hopetown generates an estimated 18 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 Cape Town to Hopetown?
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 45204 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Cape Town to Hopetown?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Big Sky has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.5.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Cape Town to Hopetown?
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 Cape Town to Hopetown?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Big Sky, 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.
The cheapest trip from Cape Town to Hopetown was searched and found on Jan 12, 2026 with a price of $51To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Cape Town to Hopetown, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $51 to $147 for a bus ticket from Cape Town to Hopetown based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $51 which is on 2026-01-12.
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.
