Bus from Cape Town to Richmond - NC: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Cape Town to Richmond - NC on November 28
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Intercape SleeplinerBus
Unit 2 Intercape Office, Old Marine Drive (Cape Town Station)
Richmond (NC) - Caltex Garage (N1)Cheapest
Eagle LinerBus
Bellville - 8 Mabel St.
4 Spring StreetFastest
Intercape SleeplinerBus
Unit 2 Intercape Office, Old Marine Drive (Cape Town Station)
Richmond (NC) - Caltex Garage (N1)No tags
Big Sky ExpressBus
    Unit 2 Intercape Office, Old Marine Drive (Cape Town Station)
    Richmond (NC) - Caltex Garage (N1)No tags
    GreyhoundBus
    Cape Town, 1 Old Marine Drive
    Richmond Caltex Star Stop Karoo, N1No tags

    Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 5:54 PM SAST.

    Get from Cape Town to Richmond - NC

    This route is served by bus only

    The journey takes about 8 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just $29, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

    14bus per day
    8h 10mAverage Duration
    569 kmDistance
    14kgCO₂ emissions

    Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cape Town to Richmond - NC 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 Richmond - NC?

      The cheapest bus tickets from Cape Town to Richmond - NC start from $29. The average price for this route is around $68. 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 Richmond - NC?

      The average bus travel time from Cape Town to Richmond - NC is 8h 10m, covering a distance of 569 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 7h 20m and is operated by Eagle Liner.

    3. Which bus companies service the Cape Town to Richmond - NC route?

      Several major bus companies operate on this route with 14 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Eagle Liner, Big Sky, Greyhound South Africa.

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

      The earliest bus departs from Cape Town to Richmond - NC at 10:15am. And the latest bus departs at 7:45pm.

    5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cape Town to Richmond - NC?

      A bus trip from Cape Town to Richmond - NC generates an estimated 14 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 Richmond - NC?

      According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Big Sky, with an average rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars based on 3015 reviews.

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

      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 Richmond - NC?

      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 Richmond - NC?

      According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Big Sky, with a cleanliness rating of 4.2 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
    $49
    11-26
    $52
    Today
    $47
    11-28
    $53
    11-29
    $49
    11-30
    $49
    12-01
    $55
    12-02
    $54
    busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Cape Town to Richmond - NC was searched and found on Nov 27, 2025 with a price of $47

    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 Richmond - NC, as early as possible.

    You can expect to pay from $47 to $159 for a bus ticket from Cape Town to Richmond - NC based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $49 which is on 2025-11-29.

    Usually Greyhound South Africa 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.

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