Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Hopetown - Oranjerus Motors, N12 | Cape Town, 1 Old Marine Drive | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Hopetown | Bellville - 8 Mabel St. | Fastest | ||||
 | Bus | Quest Garage, 2 Wiid Street | Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Hopetown | Cape Town, 1 Old Marine Drive | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Hopetown - Oranjerus Motors, N12 | Cape Town, 1 Old Marine Drive | No tags |
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Get from Hopetown to Cape Town
The journey takes about 10 hours 25 minutes, and with fares starting at just $32, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Hopetown to Cape Town 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 Hopetown to Cape Town?
The cheapest bus tickets from Hopetown to Cape Town start from $32. The average price for this route is around $65. 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 Hopetown to Cape Town?
The average bus travel time from Hopetown to Cape Town is 10h 25m, covering a distance of 718 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 8h 55m and is operated by Greyhound South Africa.
Which bus companies service the Hopetown to Cape Town route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 13 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Greyhound South Africa, Intercity Xpress, Big Sky, APM WC, ilulaBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Hopetown to Cape Town?
The earliest bus departs from Hopetown to Cape Town at 1:15am. And the latest bus departs at 11:10pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Hopetown to Cape Town?
A bus trip from Hopetown to Cape Town generates an estimated 18 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 Hopetown to Cape Town?
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.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Hopetown to Cape Town?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Big Sky has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.5.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Hopetown to Cape Town?
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.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Hopetown to Cape Town?
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.
The cheapest trip from Hopetown to Cape Town was searched and found on Nov 30, 2025 with a price of $38To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Hopetown to Cape Town, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $38 to $127 for a bus ticket from Hopetown to Cape Town based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $38 which is on 2025-11-30.
Usually APM WC, Intercity Xpress 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.
