Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | MDANTSANE Shell Garage, Fort Jackson, N2 (Spar Express) | Unit 2 Intercape Office, Old Marine Drive (Cape Town Station) | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | MDANTSANE Shell Garage, Fort Jackson, N2 (Spar Express) | Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road) | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | MDANTSANE Shell Garage, Fort Jackson, N2 (Spar Express) | Unit 2 Intercape Office, Old Marine Drive (Cape Town Station) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | MDANTSANE Shell Garage, Fort Jackson, N2 (Spar Express) | Unit 2 Intercape Office, Old Marine Drive (Cape Town Station) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | MDANTSANE Shell Garage, Fort Jackson, N2 (Spar Express) | Unit 2 Intercape Office, Old Marine Drive (Cape Town Station) | No tags |
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Get from Mdantsane to Cape Town
The journey takes about 16 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just $50, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Mdantsane and Cape Town?
Stops in Mdantsane
- A
Mdantsane Spar
Windmill Mall, 122 Moore St, East London
Stops in Cape Town
- A8 Mabel St, Oakdale, Cape Town, 7530, South Africa
- B
Bus Station - Old Marine Drive
Old Marine Drive Unit 11, Long Distance Bus Facility, Cape Town Station - C1 Old Marine Dr, Foreshore, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa
- D
Civic Centre
8001,, Foreshore, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa - E
Bellville
8 Mabel St, Oakdale, Cape Town, 7530, South Africa - F
Bellville - Oakdale
Caltex Garage,, 140 Durban Road,, Oakdale,, Bellville ,, Cape Town
Compare bus companies
Based on 44124 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the WiFi. Intercape ticket prices on this trip start at $50
Intercape Mainliner Mdantsane Cape Town recent customer reviews
Abit of turbulence enroute, not sure what the actual cause was. But we got to cape town earlier than scheduled so that's a plus.
Ongama K.
Was enjoyable
Gcobani G.
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Mdantsane 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 Mdantsane to Cape Town?
The cheapest bus tickets from Mdantsane to Cape Town start from $50. The average price for this route is around $60. 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 Mdantsane to Cape Town?
The average bus travel time from Mdantsane to Cape Town is 16h 10m, covering a distance of 849 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 13h 30m and is operated by Intercape.
Which bus companies service the Mdantsane to Cape Town route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Mdantsane to Cape Town?
The earliest bus departs from Mdantsane to Cape Town at 2:45pm. And the latest bus departs at 5:45pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Mdantsane to Cape Town?
A bus trip from Mdantsane 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.
The cheapest trip from Mdantsane to Cape Town was searched and found on Nov 28, 2025 with a price of $41To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Mdantsane to Cape Town, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $41 to $95 for a bus ticket from Mdantsane to Cape Town based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $44 which is on 2025-12-03.
