According to 12 reviews, Intercape received a 3.9-star rating for this journey. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the cleanliness, but some complained about the WiFi. Intercape ticket prices on this trip start at $59
Intercape Mainliner Kathu Cape Town recent customer reviews
The bus came late and arrived late because of that i missed a very important orientation. Also there was no air conditioning.
1 out of 5 stars
Mpho M.
I really loved the service and everything was, the time accuracy and the way they kept on cleaning the bus.
5 out of 5 stars
Amogelang S.
Very satisfied with trip
Bus was very clean
And the staff was very generous and helpful
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Kathu 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 Kathu to Cape Town?
The cheapest bus tickets from Kathu to Cape Town start from $59. 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 Kathu to Cape Town?
The average bus travel time from Kathu to Cape Town is 16h 5m, covering a distance of 823 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 16h 5m and is operated by Intercape.
Which bus companies service the Kathu to Cape Town route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Kathu to Cape Town?
The earliest bus departs from Kathu to Cape Town at 4:40pm. And the latest bus departs at 4:40pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Kathu to Cape Town?
A bus trip from Kathu to Cape Town generates an estimated 21 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
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
$73
11-26
$69
Today
$59
11-28
$93
11-29
$74
11-30
$78
12-01
$68
12-02
$54
The cheapest trip from Kathu to Cape Town was searched and found on Dec 2, 2025 with a price of $54
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Kathu to Cape Town, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $54 to $93 for a bus ticket from Kathu to Cape Town based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $54 which is on 2025-12-02.
The cheapest trip from Kathu to Cape Town was searched and found on Dec 2, 2025 with a price of $54
