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

The cheapest bus tickets from Cape Town to Kroonstad start from $39. The average price for this route is around $88. 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 Kroonstad?

The average bus travel time from Cape Town to Kroonstad is 15h 50m, covering a distance of 1096 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 13h 40m and is operated by Eagle Liner .

Which bus companies service the Cape Town to Kroonstad route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 23 buses available per day, including services from Intercape , Atlantic , Eagle Liner , Greyhound South Africa , APM WC , Big Sky .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Cape Town to Kroonstad?

The earliest bus departs from Cape Town to Kroonstad at 10:15am. And the latest bus departs at 10:00pm.

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

A bus trip from Cape Town to Kroonstad generates an estimated 27 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 Kroonstad?

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 Cape Town to Kroonstad?

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 Kroonstad?

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 Kroonstad?

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.

Bus Cape Town to Kroonstad from $35 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Cape Town to Kroonstad on January 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	5:00pm	Train Station, 1 Old Marine Dr.	15h 50m	8:50am	KROONSTAD - Shell Ultra City, R34, Kroonstad Rural, Kroonstad	Cheapest
Bus	6:30pm	Bellville - 8 Mabel St.	14h 20m	8:50am	Shell Ultra City - Next to N1 Off Ramp	Fastest
Bus	11:00am	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	16h 5m	3:05am	Shell Ultra City - Next to N1 Off Ramp	No tags
Bus	11:00am	Cape Town, 1 Old Marine Drive	17h	4:00am	Shell Ultra City - Next to N1 Off Ramp	No tags
Bus	12:30pm	Cape Town Bus Station - 1 Old Marine Drive	15h 25m	3:55am	Shell Ultra City - Next to N1 Off Ramp	No tags

Next departures for Cape Town to Kroonstad on January 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	6:00pm	Cape Town Bus Station - 1 Old Marine Drive	14h 50m	8:50am	Shell Ultra City - Next to N1 Off Ramp	Cheapest
Bus	6:30pm	Bellville - 8 Mabel St.	14h 20m	8:50am	Shell Ultra City - Next to N1 Off Ramp	Fastest
Bus	11:00am	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	16h 5m	3:05am	Shell Ultra City - Next to N1 Off Ramp	No tags
Bus	5:45pm	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	16h 5m	9:50am	Shell Ultra City - Next to N1 Off Ramp	No tags
Bus	11:00am	Cape Town, 1 Old Marine Drive	17h	4:00am	Shell Ultra City - Next to N1 Off Ramp	No tags

Next departures for Cape Town to Kroonstad on January 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	5:45pm	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	16h 5m	9:50am	Shell Ultra City - Next to N1 Off Ramp	Cheapest
Bus	6:30pm	Bellville - 8 Mabel St.	14h 20m	8:50am	Shell Ultra City - Next to N1 Off Ramp	Fastest
Bus	11:00am	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	16h 5m	3:05am	Shell Ultra City - Next to N1 Off Ramp	No tags
Bus	5:45pm	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	16h 5m	9:50am	Shell Ultra City - Next to N1 Off Ramp	No tags
Bus	11:00am	Cape Town, 1 Old Marine Drive	17h	4:00am	Shell Ultra City - Next to N1 Off Ramp	No tags

Next departures for Cape Town to Kroonstad on January 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	6:00pm	Cape Town Bus Station - 1 Old Marine Drive	14h 50m	8:50am	Shell Ultra City - Next to N1 Off Ramp	Cheapest
Bus	6:30pm	Bellville - 8 Mabel St.	14h 20m	8:50am	Shell Ultra City - Next to N1 Off Ramp	Fastest
Bus	11:00am	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	16h 5m	3:05am	Shell Ultra City - Next to N1 Off Ramp	No tags
Bus	5:45pm	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	16h 5m	9:50am	Shell Ultra City - Next to N1 Off Ramp	No tags
Bus	11:00am	Cape Town, 1 Old Marine Drive	17h	4:00am	Shell Ultra City - Next to N1 Off Ramp	No tags

Next departures for Cape Town to Kroonstad on January 19
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	6:00pm	Cape Town Bus Station - 1 Old Marine Drive	14h 50m	8:50am	Shell Ultra City - Next to N1 Off Ramp	Cheapest
Bus	6:30pm	Bellville - 8 Mabel St.	14h 20m	8:50am	Shell Ultra City - Next to N1 Off Ramp	Fastest
Bus	11:00am	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	16h 5m	3:05am	Shell Ultra City - Next to N1 Off Ramp	No tags
Bus	5:45pm	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	16h 5m	9:50am	Shell Ultra City - Next to N1 Off Ramp	No tags
Bus	11:00am	Cape Town, 1 Old Marine Drive	17h	4:00am	Shell Ultra City - Next to N1 Off Ramp	No tags

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Get from Cape Town to Kroonstad

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 15 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just $39, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

23bus per day

15h 50mAverage Duration

1096 kmDistance

27kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Cape Town and Kroonstad?

Stops in Cape Town

A
Bellville - 8 Mabel St.
8 Mabel St, Oakdale, Cape Town, 7530, South Africa
Visit page Map
B
Bus Station - Old Marine Drive
Old Marine Drive Unit 11, Long Distance Bus Facility, Cape Town Station
Visit page Map
C
Bus Station - Civic Centre
1 Old Marine Dr, Foreshore, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa
Visit page Map
D
Civic Centre
8001,, Foreshore, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa
Map
E
Bellville
8 Mabel St, Oakdale, Cape Town, 7530, South Africa
Map
F
Bellville - Oakdale
Caltex Garage,, 140 Durban Road,, Oakdale,, Bellville ,, Cape Town
Map

Stops in Kroonstad

A
Shell Ultra City - Next to N1 Off Ramp
R34, Kroonstad Rural, Shell Ultra City, Kroonstad, 9500, South Africa
Visit page Map
B
Engen Kroonvaal 1 Stop North
N1, Engen Garage, South Africa
Map

Compare bus companies

Intercape

3.5/545,632 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi1.2

Based on 45632 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the WiFi. Intercape ticket prices on this trip start at $63

Intercape Cape Town Kroonstad recent customer reviews

I had a good trip, only thing is not to sit next to an air vent at night cause it was freezing cold

Zelda S.

May 13, 2023

The service rendered was great

Haana M.

September 2, 2021

Best service

Motsheoa Elizabeth S.

February 4, 2021

Atlantic

1/511 reviews

Staff1

Timeliness1.5

Cleanliness3

Wifi0

Eagle Liner

2.5/511,109 reviews

Staff3.7

Timeliness2.4

Cleanliness3.6

Wifi0.8

Greyhound South Africa

3/59,383 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4

Wifi1.3

Based on 9383 reviews, the company was rated 3.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the WiFi. Greyhound South Africa ticket prices on this trip start at $49

Greyhound Cape Town Kroonstad recent customer reviews

Was very disappointed that we got the city liner instead of grey hound we booked. It was uncomfortable and hot. The little windows were also broken. Driver were capable

Daleen V.

October 24, 2023

The comfort is there

Moipone Augustina F.

October 1, 2024

APM WC

2/53,074 reviews

Staff2.7

Timeliness1.2

Cleanliness2.8

Wifi0.5

Big Sky

3.5/53,395 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi1.5

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cape Town to Kroonstad 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 Kroonstad?
The cheapest bus tickets from Cape Town to Kroonstad start from $39. The average price for this route is around $88. 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 Kroonstad?
The average bus travel time from Cape Town to Kroonstad is 15h 50m, covering a distance of 1096 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 13h 40m and is operated by Eagle Liner.
Which bus companies service the Cape Town to Kroonstad route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 23 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Atlantic, Eagle Liner, Greyhound South Africa, APM WC, Big Sky.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Cape Town to Kroonstad?
The earliest bus departs from Cape Town to Kroonstad at 10:15am. And the latest bus departs at 10:00pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cape Town to Kroonstad?
A bus trip from Cape Town to Kroonstad generates an estimated 27 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 Kroonstad?
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 Cape Town to Kroonstad?
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 Kroonstad?
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 Kroonstad?
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.

Best price found

01-12

$51

01-13

$52

Today

$40

01-15

$40

01-16

$53

01-17

$65

01-18

$53

01-19

$45

The cheapest trip from Cape Town to Kroonstad was searched and found on Jan 14, 2026 with a price of $40

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

You can expect to pay from $40 to $125 for a bus ticket from Cape Town to Kroonstad based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $40 which is on 2026-01-15.

Usually Intercape, APM WC 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.