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

Next bus departures

Next departures for Cape Town to Smithfield on November 29
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Big SkyBus
    Unit 2 Intercape Office, Old Marine Drive (Cape Town Station)
    Monument Motors, C/O Rasher and Voortrekker Street (Juana Plein)Cheapest
    Big SkyBus
      Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)
      Monument Motors, C/O Rasher and Voortrekker Street (Juana Plein)Fastest
      Big SkyBus
        Unit 2 Intercape Office, Old Marine Drive (Cape Town Station)
        Monument Motors, C/O Rasher and Voortrekker Street (Juana Plein)No tags
        Big SkyBus
          Unit 2 Intercape Office, Old Marine Drive (Cape Town Station)
          Monument Motors, C/O Rasher and Voortrekker Street (Juana Plein)No tags
          Big SkyBus
            Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)
            Monument Motors, C/O Rasher and Voortrekker Street (Juana Plein)No tags

            Last refresh of the prices: Last Tuesday at 10:29 AM SAST.

            Get from Cape Town to Smithfield

            This route is served by bus only

            The journey takes about 20 hours 55 minutes, and with fares starting at just $74, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

            2bus per day
            20h 55mAverage Duration
            868 kmDistance
            22kgCO₂ emissions

            Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cape Town to Smithfield, 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 Smithfield?

              The cheapest bus tickets from Cape Town to Smithfield start from $74. The average price for this route is around $74. 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 Smithfield?

              The average bus travel time from Cape Town to Smithfield is 20h 55m, covering a distance of 868 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 20h 45m and is operated by Intercape.

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

              Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from Big Sky, Intercape.

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

              The earliest bus departs from Cape Town to Smithfield at 7:00pm. And the latest bus departs at 7:45pm.

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

              A bus trip from Cape Town to Smithfield generates an estimated 22 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 Smithfield?

              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 Smithfield?

              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 Smithfield?

              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 Smithfield?

              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
            11-26
            $98
            11-27
            $94
            Today
            $85
            11-29
            $77
            11-30
            $85
            12-01
            $86
            12-02
            $78
            12-03
            $78
            busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Cape Town to Smithfield, ZA was searched and found on Nov 29, 2025 with a price of $77

            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 Smithfield, ZA, as early as possible.

            You can expect to pay from $77 to $98 for a bus ticket from Cape Town to Smithfield, ZA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $77 which is on 2025-11-29.

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