How much is the bus ticket from Trompsburg to Cape Town?

The cheapest bus tickets from Trompsburg to Cape Town start from $53. 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 Trompsburg to Cape Town?

The average bus travel time from Trompsburg to Cape Town is 11h 40m, covering a distance of 818 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 11h 5m and is operated by Intercape .

Which bus companies service the Trompsburg to Cape Town route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 7 buses available per day, including services from Intercape , Big Sky .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Trompsburg to Cape Town?

The earliest bus departs from Trompsburg to Cape Town at 12:20am. And the latest bus departs at 11:10pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Trompsburg to Cape Town?

A bus trip from Trompsburg to Cape Town generates an estimated 20 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 Trompsburg 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 Trompsburg 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 Trompsburg 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 Trompsburg 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.

Bus Trompsburg to Cape Town from $53 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Trompsburg to Cape Town on November 28
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:55pm	Trompsburg - BP Garage, 19 Louw Street (Lubbe Motors)	11h 5m	8:00am	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	Cheapest
Bus	8:55pm	Trompsburg - BP Garage, 19 Louw Street (Lubbe Motors)	11h 5m	8:00am	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	Fastest
Bus	8:55pm	Trompsburg - BP Garage, 19 Louw Street (Lubbe Motors)	11h 55m	8:50am	Unit 2 Intercape Office, Old Marine Drive (Cape Town Station)	No tags
Bus	8:55pm	Trompsburg - BP Garage, 19 Louw Street (Lubbe Motors)	11h 55m	8:50am	Unit 2 Intercape Office, Old Marine Drive (Cape Town Station)	No tags

Next departures for Trompsburg to Cape Town on December 1
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	1:45am	Trompsburg - BP Garage, 19 Louw Street (Lubbe Motors)	12h 10m	1:55pm	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	Cheapest
Bus	8:55pm	Trompsburg - BP Garage, 19 Louw Street (Lubbe Motors)	11h 5m	8:00am	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	Fastest
Bus	12:20am	Trompsburg - BP Garage, 19 Louw Street (Lubbe Motors)	11h 40m	12:00pm	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	No tags
Bus	1:45am	Trompsburg - BP Garage, 19 Louw Street (Lubbe Motors)	12h 10m	1:55pm	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	No tags
Bus	12:20am	Trompsburg - BP Garage, 19 Louw Street (Lubbe Motors)	11h 40m	12:00pm	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 6:54 PM SAST.

Get from Trompsburg to Cape Town

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 11 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just $53, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7bus per day

11h 40mAverage Duration

818 kmDistance

20kgCO₂ emissions

Compare bus companies

Intercape

3.5/544,077 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.2

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi1.2

Customers appreciate the very courteous and friendly service provided by the bus company. Some mention occasional delays, but are impressed with the efficient response from the call center. The WhatsApp updates were helpful and supportive throughout their journey.

Intercape Mainliner Trompsburg Cape Town recent customer reviews

We stopped for more than the initial time for drunk passengers on board, which resulted in us arriving late

Matshidiso K.

August 21, 2025

I understand the bus was a bit late often due to unforeseen circumstances. I was very impressed with way call centre responded . Their response was very courteous and efficent. Kept me up to date where the bus was and the WhatsApp was also very helpful and supportive.

Mavis B.

August 1, 2023

Actually my Aunt is the one who always uses intercape, she is the one who recommended it to me nd ste is the one who did the bookings for us

Betty V.

May 21, 2021

Big Sky

3.5/53,063 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.2

Wifi1.5

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Trompsburg 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 Trompsburg to Cape Town?
The cheapest bus tickets from Trompsburg to Cape Town start from $53. 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 Trompsburg to Cape Town?
The average bus travel time from Trompsburg to Cape Town is 11h 40m, covering a distance of 818 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 11h 5m and is operated by Intercape.
Which bus companies service the Trompsburg to Cape Town route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 7 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Big Sky.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Trompsburg to Cape Town?
The earliest bus departs from Trompsburg to Cape Town at 12:20am. And the latest bus departs at 11:10pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Trompsburg to Cape Town?
A bus trip from Trompsburg to Cape Town generates an estimated 20 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 Trompsburg 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 Trompsburg 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 Trompsburg 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 Trompsburg 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.

Best price found

11-26

$52

11-27

$53

Today

$75

11-29

$53

11-30

No data

12-01

$69

12-02

$56

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No data

The cheapest trip from Trompsburg to Cape Town was searched and found on Nov 26, 2025 with a price of $52

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Trompsburg to Cape Town, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $52 to $95 for a bus ticket from Trompsburg to Cape Town based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $53 which is on 2025-11-29.