Bus from Cape Town to Tsolo: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Cape Town to Tsolo on January 13
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Big SkyBus
    Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)
    Tsolo - Next to Magristrate CourtCheapest
    Big SkyBus
      Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)
      Tsolo - Next to Magristrate CourtFastest
      Big SkyBus
        Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)
        Tsolo - Next to Magristrate CourtNo tags
        Intercape MainlinerBus
        Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)
        Tsolo - Next to Magristrate CourtNo tags
        Big SkyBus
          Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)
          Tsolo - Next to Magristrate CourtNo tags

          Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 10:43 PM SAST.

          Get from Cape Town to Tsolo

          This route is served by bus only

          The journey takes about 17 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just $40, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

          8bus per day
          17h 50mAverage Duration
          1010 kmDistance
          25kgCO₂ emissions

          Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cape Town to Tsolo 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 Tsolo?

            The cheapest bus tickets from Cape Town to Tsolo start from $40. The average price for this route is around $76. 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 Tsolo?

            The average bus travel time from Cape Town to Tsolo is 17h 50m, covering a distance of 1010 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 16h 25m and is operated by Big Sky.

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

            Several major bus companies operate on this route with 8 buses available per day, including services from Big Sky, Intercape, Intercity Xpress, APM WC, Flexi City Connect.

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

            The earliest bus departs from Cape Town to Tsolo at 6:00am. And the latest bus departs at 8:00pm.

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

            A bus trip from Cape Town to Tsolo generates an estimated 25 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 Tsolo?

            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 Tsolo?

            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 Tsolo?

            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 Tsolo?

            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
          01-11
          $58
          01-12
          $53
          Today
          $62
          01-14
          $50
          01-15
          $50
          01-16
          $50
          01-17
          $45
          01-18
          $51
          busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Cape Town to Tsolo was searched and found on Jan 17, 2026 with a price of $45

          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 Tsolo, as early as possible.

          You can expect to pay from $45 to $109 for a bus ticket from Cape Town to Tsolo based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $45 which is on 2026-01-17.

          Usually Big Sky 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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