Users have reported a positive experience with the bus service, highlighting professional drivers who treat passengers respectfully. Additionally, many appreciated that the buses were punctual and even arrived early on some occasions. Overall, travelers expressed satisfaction with their journeys despite longer travel times being noted by some users.
Intercape Mainliner Cape Town Matatiele recent customer reviews
Good experience, with professional drivers 👏treating us with respect, however it trip was long
5 out of 5 stars
Malerato L.
The bus was on time and early with 25min I was very happy . I will keep travelling with it when I'm home thanks
5 out of 5 stars
Glenda M.
Punctuality ,, staff professionalism ,, and overall experience was great .
Based on 224 reviews, the company was rated 3 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the cleanliness but often complained with the WiFi. Makalala Transport ticket prices on this trip start at $54
Based on 2747 reviews, the company was rated 2.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the cleanliness but often complained with the WiFi. APM WC ticket prices on this trip start at $38
APMWC Cape Town Matatiele recent customer reviews
Worst Service Ever!
Bus Dropped Us Off at The Wrong City And Told Us That Was It’s Final Stop. Whereas, I Booked A Ticket To A Different Town. No Communication Whatsoever! Never Taking This Bus Again. Infact, 0 Star Rating.
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cape Town to Matatiele 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 Matatiele?
The cheapest bus tickets from Cape Town to Matatiele start from $54. The average price for this route is around $71. 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 Matatiele?
The average bus travel time from Cape Town to Matatiele is 21h 30m, covering a distance of 1036 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 18h 30m and is operated by Makalala Transport.
Which bus companies service the Cape Town to Matatiele route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Makalala Transport, APM WC.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Cape Town to Matatiele?
The earliest bus departs from Cape Town to Matatiele at 5:00pm. And the latest bus departs at 5:45pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cape Town to Matatiele?
A bus trip from Cape Town to Matatiele generates an estimated 26 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 Matatiele?
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 43907 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Cape Town to Matatiele?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Intercape has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.2.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Cape Town to Matatiele?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Intercape, with a punctuality rating of 3.1 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Cape Town to Matatiele?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Intercape, 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
11-25
$111
11-26
$120
Today
$116
11-28
$130
11-29
$130
11-30
$136
12-01
$105
12-02
$98
The cheapest trip from Cape Town to Matatiele was searched and found on Dec 2, 2025 with a price of $98
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 Matatiele, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $98 to $138 for a bus ticket from Cape Town to Matatiele based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $98 which is on 2025-12-02.
The cheapest trip from Cape Town to Matatiele was searched and found on Dec 2, 2025 with a price of $98
