Bus from Cape Town to Margate, ZA: Tickets & Schedules

Next departures

Next departures for Cape Town to Margate on January 17
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Big Sky + Intercape Mainliner
    Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)
    Shelly Beach - Engen Garage (next to Southcoast Mall)Cheapest
    Intercape Mainliner
    Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)
    Shelly Beach - Engen Garage (next to Southcoast Mall)Fastest
    Big Sky + Intercape Mainliner
      Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)
      Shelly Beach - Engen Garage (next to Southcoast Mall)No tags
      Intercape Mainliner
      Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)
      Shelly Beach - Engen Garage (next to Southcoast Mall)No tags
      Big Sky + Intercape Mainliner
        Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)
        Shelly Beach - Engen Garage (next to Southcoast Mall)No tags

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        Get from Cape Town to Margate

        This route is served by bus only

        The journey takes about 22 hours 55 minutes, and with fares starting at just $61, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

        6bus per day
        22h 55mAverage Duration
        1158 kmDistance
        29kgCO₂ emissions

        Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cape Town to Margate, ZA by bus

        Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

        1. How much is the bus ticket from Cape Town to Margate?

          The cheapest bus tickets from Cape Town to Margate start from $61. The average price for this route is around $69. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

        2. How long is the bus ride from Cape Town to Margate?

          The average bus travel time from Cape Town to Margate is 22h 55m, covering a distance of 1158 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 21h 55m and is operated by Big Sky.

        3. Which bus companies service the Cape Town to Margate route?

          Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day, including services from Big Sky, Intercity Xpress, Eagle Liner, Intercape, Delta Coaches, FF Gertse.

        4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Cape Town to Margate?

          The earliest bus departs from Cape Town to Margate at 11:45am. And the latest bus departs at 7:15pm.

        5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cape Town to Margate?

          A bus trip from Cape Town to Margate generates an estimated 29 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

        6. What is the best bus company from Cape Town to Margate?

          According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Big Sky, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 3334 reviews.

        7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Cape Town to Margate?

          Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Big Sky has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.5.

        8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Cape Town to Margate?

          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.

        9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Cape Town to Margate?

          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.

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